Arlington's summer offers activities for all, including pools, the Smurf Experience, music concerts, and the Epic Fit Fest. There's also a board game on city planning, farmers markets, and nature encounters.

The Best Southwest region will host its annual Hispanic Heritage Fest on September 20, 2025, featuring a parade, performances, and cultural displays in Duncanville's Armstrong Park.

Fort Worth City Council donated $232,377 to the Mr. Fred Rouse Memorial, honoring the Black man lynched in 1921, reflecting on past injustices and promoting reconciliation.

Arlington Water Utilities is holding a mini poster contest for local students to express the importance of water through art, with prizes for winners.

A new book titled "Mistletoe Heights: A Centennial Neighborhood – Fort Worth, Texas" details the history of the Fort Worth neighborhood with text and photos, drawing on volunteer efforts and local memories.

Levitt Pavilion Arlington announces its fall 2025 concert series starting Labor Day weekend with free live music, including Grammy-winning acts, and various themed nights like "Steins Under the Stars."

White Settlement Community Services is hosting a Craft Club for all levels on September 12, where participants can paint candles. Pre-registration is required.

The Visual Art League of Lewisville is hosting "Conversations with Artists" at The Grand Theater, where attendees can interact with "Fresh Ideas 2025" exhibition artists.

Dallas's Office of Arts & Culture is holding a Federal Compliance Community Engagement Session to discuss arts funding and federal policies, encouraging local stakeholders to participate for better understanding and compliance.

The Oak Cliff Cultural Center in Dallas is host to various cultural events, including the Right 2 Write Poetry Slam, workshops, art exhibits, and more, offering a vibrant experience for the creative community.

Mesquite announces a month-long Hispanic Heritage Month celebration starting on September 15, including health fairs, taco tours, and cultural events with free admission.

The Lewisville Grand Theater is hosting "Old Town Neighbors," a new play celebrating the city's centennial. Tickets are available for purchase for shows from September 12-21.

Jieun Kim's mural at Bachman Lake Skate Park celebrates culture interconnection, with a public ceremony scheduled for August 22, 2025, featuring local Dallas officials.