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Local Event Guide
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
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AUGUST
AUG 28 | MARGARITA FESTIVAL The Fort Worth Margarita Festival is sure to be an event to remember. Go around tasting different speciality Margaritas made by some of the best bartenders around. Join other Margarita lovers and vote for the best margarita in all of Fort Worth! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3yI7j4N
SEPTEMBER
SEPT 3 - 5 | JAZZ FESTIVAL A three day festival that features an array of renowned music artists from around the world where patrons will experience a gumbo of jazz, blues, R&B, soul, pop and neosoul music. Festival attendees will be able to browse and shop at vendor booths, and experience delectable and diverse food. For more info visit: tbaalriverfrontjazzfestival.org
SEPT 16 - 19 | GRAPEFEST The greatly anticipated annual festival is the largest wine festival in the Southwest and was to be held in Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District. Each year the city bands together to plan four days of family-friendly festival fun where residents and visitors sip and sample premium Texas wines and champagne while enjoying live entertainment, festival food and so much more! For more info visit: grapevinetexasusa.com
OCTOBER
OCT 7 - 9 | GREEK FESTIVAL If you’re a baklava or gyro lover, clear your schedule for this weekend. The Greek Food Festival of Dallas suggests diverse traditional Greek food side by side with culture shows, music, singing and authentic Greek dance. Enjoy authentic Greek food, wine and much more during the annual Greek Festival!For more info visit: greekfestival.org
OCT 9 - 10 | ART FESTIVAL Calling all art lovers! See downtown transformed into an art mecca filled with paintings, sculptures, jewelry, music, and food trucks. Enjoy this fun weekend exploring the work of
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
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different artists.For more info visit: artcolonyassociation.org
OCT 22 - 24 | FOOD & WINE FEST The three-day Fort Worth Food and Wine Festival honors the distinctive nature of Fort Worth cooking, food, beverage and culinary traditions in a multi-day festival infusing historic venues and homegrown flavor with celebrated local chefs, culinary professionals and wine makers into one taste-filled weekend. For more info visit: fortworthfoodandwinefestival.com
NOVEMBER
NOV 1 - 28 | RENAISSANCE FEST Transport yourself back in time! Eat and play like royalty as you experience performers, international fare, hundreds of merchants, and the enchanting atmosphere of a 16th century English village. For more info visit: texrenfest.com
NOV 11 - 14 | FILM FESTIVAL The Lone Star Film Festival in Sundance Square is the signature event of the Lone Star Film Society. The five-day festival takes place every year in Fort Worth, Texas and presents some of the most anticipated films of the year. For more info visit: lonestarfilmfestival.com
DECEMBER
Dec 1 - 27 | Prairie Lights If you want to see as many lights as possible, this twinkling drivethrough wonderland in the Dallas suburb of Grand Prairie never disappoints. Every year, folks pile in by the carload to cruise through four million lights and hundreds of custom displays set along 2 miles of path. And as if that weren’t enough, the place boasts the world’s largest animated light tunnel at the end of the drive. For more info visit: prairielights.org
DEC 5 | INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL Come enjoy food from over 30 different food vendors from Asia, Africa, Caribbean, North America & South America.There will be live cultural performances, entertainment,
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
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& music. There will be several other small business vendors including clothing, Accessories, jewelry, bath & body, men’s wear, health, and so much more. For more info visit: texasfoodfest.com
JANUARY
JAN TBA | FILM FESTIVAL The Denton Black Film Festival has grown into a five-day event that allows you, our guest, to immerse yourself in some of the best artistic showcases of Black cinema, music, spoken word, art and more. Once again, we invite you to visit, bring a friend and experience culture! For more info visit: dentonbff.com
JAN 14 - 31 | STOCK SHOW & RODEO This Thing is Legendary! It’s not just a slogan. It’s why the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is the most authentic western lifestyle experience anywhere since 1896. The rodeo also has livestock and horse shows, kid-friendly activities and exhibits, live music, carnival midway, shopping, great food and much more. It’s exciting, it’s fun, it’s 23 days of what makes Fort Worth the greatest city in Texas! For more info visit: fwssr.com
FEBRUARY
FEB 26 | FLY FISHING & BREW FESTIVAL This year’s Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival is held inside the spacious Mesquite Convention Center. Festival admission enables a guest to attend all general lectures and classes all day. For patrons 21 years and older, festival admission also covers a limited number of microbrewed beer tastings as well as bourbon tastings For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3so63RZ
MARCH
MARCH 4 | IRISH FESTIVAL North Texas Irish Festival is held once a year since 1983 in Dallas, Texas. The festival’s events that take place in Dallas’ historic Fair Park attract thousands of visitors who reach the place for an authen-
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
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tic Irish culture and atmosphere. Enjoy concerts that are held on several stages performed by local and guest artists from surrounding states, drummers groups, dance and music! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3CVRLMY
MARCH 18 - 19 | ST. PADDY’S PICKLE PARADE Join us in the Pickle Capital of Texas and see what everyone is talking about! Our event will feature 2 days of family-friendly activities, highlighted by our popular Pickle Parade starting at 1 p.m. The Pickle Queens, Pickle Dude, Pickle Protectors and the rest of the Pickle Posse are looking forward to seeing you again! The Pickle Queens, Pickle Dude, Pickle Protectors and the rest of the Pickle Posse are looking forward to seeing you again! For more info visit: pickleparade.org
APRIL
APRIL 1 - 3 | FOOD & WINE FEST Welcome back to the table. We’ll pour more than 100 exceptional wines, craft beers and spirits from near and far to pair perfectly with food from the best North Texas chefs, restaurateurs, artisan producers and crafters. You don’t want to miss this signature event. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3soc80L
APRIL 7 - 10 | ARTS FESTIVAL We cordially invite you to apply to the Main St. Arts Festival, the largest arts festival in the country. Fort Worth’s signature festival features corner booth spaces with diverse artists. Come walk around and enjoy all the beautiful art that Fort Worth has to offer! For more info visit: mainstreetartsfest.org
APRIL 24 | LATINO STREET FEST Celebrate the vibrant Latino culture of North Texas! The Latino Street Fest is an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the Latino culture. The day will be filled, traditional Latino performances, delicious food to enjoy, activities for the kids, and plenty of vendors to find your next Latino inspired art piece. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3D1HKhu
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
MAY
MAY 5 - 8 | MAYFEST Fun for the whole family, Mayfest Fort Worth takes place in Trinity Park. The festival features three music stages, four performing arts stages, a children’s area, arts and crafts, and plenty of food. Don’t miss the annual Mayfest! For more info visit: mayfest.org
JUNE
JUNE 1 - 2 | FILM FESTIVAL New Media Film Festival, an innovative and award-winning festival created in 2009, celebrates stories, technology, and platforms. We continually implement new opportunities outside the norm to bolster creators in media. Through our boundary pushing ideology, we create an environment for creators to thrive. The New Media Film Festival is an infinite catalyst for story and technology. Not just any stories, but honoring stories worth telling. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3iZd7RF
JULY
JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY Dallas and Fort Worth celebrate America’s birthday with colorful parades, picnics, and pool parties during the day and fantastic fireworks at night. Visit the area’s largest parks such as Dallas Arboretum or Klyde Warren Park for their special programs, go for a refreshing dip at Twin Point Park Beach, or spend the day on carnival rides at the famous Fair Park. However you want to enjoy your Independence Day Dallas has something for you! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2WhiV02
2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT
SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
Date Session Rod Laver Margaret Court Outside Courts Featured Matches
Tue 1/19 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 1st round Night 7:00pm – –Wed 1/20 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am – 2nd round Night 7:00pm – –Thu 1/21 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 2nd round Night 7:00pm – –Fri 1/22 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 3rd round Night 7:00pm – –Sat 1/23 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 3rd round Night 7:00pm – –Sun 1/24 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 4th round Night 7:00pm – –Mon 1/25 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 4th round Night 7:00pm – –Tue 1/26 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am Quarterfinals Night 7:00pm – –Wed 1/27 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am Quarterfinals Night 7:00pm – –Thu 1/28 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am Women’s Semifinals Night 7:00pm – – 1st Men’s Semifinals Fri 1/29 Twilight 3:00pm 4:00 pm 3:00pm 2nd Men’s Semifinals
Sat 1/30 Twilight 11:00am 7:30pm 11:15am Women’s Finals
Sun 1/31 Twilight 2:00pm 4:00pm no play Men’s Finals
DATE SUN - MAY 23 MON - MAY 24 MON - MAY 24 TUE - MAY 25 TUE - MAY 25 WED - MAY 26 WED - MAY 26 THU - MAY 27 THU - MAY 27 FRI - MAY 28 FRI - MAY 28 SAT - MAY 29 SAT - MAY 29 SUN - MAY 30 SUN - MAY 30 MON - MAY 31 MON - MAY 31 TUE - JUNE 1 TUE - JUNE 1 WED - JUNE 2 WED - JUNE 2 THU - JUNE 3 FRI - JUNE 4
SAT - JUNE 5
SUN - JUNE 6
2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT
SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
PLAY START SESSION
Day - 11:00 AM 1st Round
Day - 11:00 AM 1st Round Evening - 9:00 PM 1st Round
Day - 11:00 AM 1st Round Evening - 9:00 PM 1st Round
Day - 11:00 AM 2nd Round Evening - 9:00 PM 2nd Round
Day - 11:00 AM 2nd Round Evening - 9:00 PM 2nd Round
Day - 11:00 AM 3rd Round Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round
Day - 11:00 AM 3rd Round Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round
Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round
Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round
Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals Evening - 5:00 PM Quarterfinals
Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals Evening - 9:00 PM Quarterfinals
Day - 2:00 PM Semifinals
Day - 3:00 PM Semifinals
Day - 3:00 PM Women's Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final
Day - 3:00 PM Men's Singles Final
2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT
SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
PLEASE NOTE: The Main Board of the All England Club (AELTC) and the Committee of Management of The Championships have decided to cancel the 2020 Wimbledon Championships due to COVID-19 and a concern for public health. The 2021 Wimbledon Championships will take place from June 28 – July 11, 2021. DATE PLAY START SESSION
Mon Jun 28 11:00 AM First Round
Tues Jun 29 11:00 AM First Round
Wed Jun 30 Thu Jul 1 11:00 AM Second Round 11:00 AM Second Round
Fri Jul 2 Sat Jul 3 11:00 AM Third Round 11:00 AM Third Round
Sun Jul 4 Mon Jul 5 Tue Jul 6 Wed Jul 7 Thu Jul 8 Fri Jul 9
– No Play 11:00 AM Round of 16 11:00 AM Womens Quarterfinals 11:00 AM Mens Quarterfinals 11:00 AM Womens Semifinals 11:00 AM Mens Semifinals
Sat Jul 10 11:00 AM Womens Finals
Sun Jul 11 11:00 AM Mens Finals
2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT
SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change ** Start Times Listed in EST
SESSION DATE SCHEDULE PLAY START MATCHES
1 Sun 30 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round 2 Sun 30 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round 3 Mon 31 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round 4 Mon 31 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
5 Tue 1 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
6 Tue 1 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
7 Wed 2 Sep
8 Wed 2 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
9 Thu 3 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
10 Thu 3 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
11 Fri 4 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
12 Fri 4 Sep
13 Sat 5 Sep
14 Sat 5 Sep
15 Sun 6 Sep
16 Sun 6 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
17 Mon 7 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 18 Mon 7 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
19 Tue 8 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
20 Tue 8 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
21 Wed 9 Sep Night 7.00pm Women’s Semifinals
22 Thu 10 Sep Day 12.00pm Mixed Doubles Final / Men’s Semifinals
23 Fri 11 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s Doubles Final / Women’s Final
24 Sat 12 Sep Day 1.00pm Women’s Doubles Final / Men’s Final
