The City of Arlington's pools and splash pads are the places to be for beating the heat. For those looking to up the ante, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor spreads out over 47 acres and offers everything from kid-friendly waterscapes to adrenaline-pumping rides like the Tsunami Surge – perfect for thrill-seekers, according to the City of Arlington, Texas.
If you're all about combining education and entertainment, why not check out Theoria Eclipsium at UTA Libraries Special Collections? With over 500 years of Eclipse History on display, this exhibition shows that no matter our scientific understanding, eclipses have a way of bringing us together – and they're giving out eclipse glasses, so you're all set for the next celestial event.
For those with little ones, the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library is hosting its Little Explorers event on Friday mornings, where kids can get their hands messy with science, art, and a bit more. Not to be outdone, the Arlington Museum of Art features three new exhibitions, from Pompeii remnants to vibrant Youth Art displays, just waiting to be admired.
Friday night offers a bevy of options, whether you're keen on a group pottery lesson at Catalyst Creative Arts or you're gearing up to cheer on the Rangers as they take on the San Francisco Giants. Or maybe you're in for a good laugh with 'Chicken and Biscuits' at Theatre Arlington, a comedic romp through family drama with its fair share of secrets coming to light.
And we can't forget the creative folks – Creativity Corner and Tween Design Club promise artistic discovery and design thinking, respectively. It's about getting those creative juices flowing, and perhaps, snagging a cool souvenir to take home or even giving your brain a design-oriented workout.
It's not just about the kids and creatives, though. This weekend also features events like the Levitt Pavilion Summer Concert Series and Mac McAnally's showcase at Texas Hall, both offering melodies under the Texas sky. Meanwhile, animal lovers can meet their potential new best friend at the Arlington Animal Services pet adoption event.
