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LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE DALLAS FORT WORTH

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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.

NOVEMBER NOV 1 - 29 | 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

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. Additional activities include a holiday village where you can hang with Santa, an indoor holiday show and a trek through a lighted walkthrough forest. For more info visit: prairielights.org

DEC 19 | MOVIES IN THE PARK Grab a space on the lawn, enjoy a food truck picnic and let the cinematic fun of Elf begin. After discovering he is a human, a man raised as an elf at the North Pole decides to travel to New York City to locate his real father. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/35iJfJv

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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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JANUARY JAN 2 | CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO Cowtown Coliseum hosts the Stockyards Championship Rodeo, the two hour event maintains a strong commitment to visitors looking for an authentic Western Cowboy Experience. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2U6X9b8

JAN 27 - 31 | 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

FEBRUARY FEB 5 - 6 | Boat Show The DFW Boat Expo is the largest boating event in North Texas. This show features more than 450 boat and watercraft models from over 20 North Texas boat dealers! For more info visit: dallasboatexpo.com MARCH MARCH 20 | ST. PADDY’S PICKLE PARADE Discover DFW’s family-friendly St. Paddy’s festival. 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! For more info visit: pickleparade.org

APRIL APRIL 8 - 11 | 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

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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APRIL 15 - 18 | ART FAIR In the heart of the downtown arts district, the Dallas Art Fair offers collectors, arts professionals, and the public the opportunity to engage with a rich selection of modern and contemporary artworks presented by leading national and international galleries. Thoughtfully curated exhibitions and innovative programming encourage lively conversations and close looking in a robust and rapidly growing arts community. For more info visit: dallasartfair.com

APRIL 24 - 25 | FORTRESS FEST fortress Festival is a boutique multigenre music festival in Fort Worth, Texas. Pulling from a wide range of sounds, the festival is known for putting together eclectic lineups of creative artists outside the mainstream. Set in Fort Worth’s illustrious cultural district, beyond the music the festival takes advantage of its surroundings by offering attendees the chance to experience world-class visual art as well. For more info visit: fortressfestival.com MAY May 1 - 2 | Mayfest Fun for the whole family, the annual festival, 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

MAY 31 | MUSIC FEST Join us as the lawn comes alive with the Park’s second annual music festival. Check out performances across multiple stages throughout the day and into the night. Each stage will feature music from a variety of genres to satisfy lovers of rock, country, Tejano, funk and more. Between performances, explore vendor booths, play games, have your face painted and feast on bites from our famous food trucks. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2GK49HT

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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JUNE JUNE TBA | OAK CLIFF FILM FESTIVAL A neighborhood Film Festival based in Oak Cliff - Dallas, Texas. The annual festival brings contemporary films to Dallas by recognizing, promoting, and supporting the creatives behind the art form. For more info visit: oakclifffilmfestival.com

JUNE 4 - 6 | TASTE OF DALLAS North Texas’s largest summertime food festival is back and it’s a menu of fun that will delight the palates of people of all ages. And it’s always hot and fresh with something new, and this year is no exception, with a special Foodie Experience event to begin a weekend of delights. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/38uVe8y

JULY JULY TBA | ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL The Asian Film Festival of Dallas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and supporting Asian and Asian-American filmmakers, and sharing the rich diversity of Asian culture through cinema. For more info visit: asianfilmdallas.com

JULY 4 | FOURTH OF JULY Celebrate Independence Day in Fort Worth while practicing social distancing. Watch North Texas’ largest fireworks from the comfort of your own home or take to one of the many lakefronts surrounding the city to cool off from the summer heat. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3oJrPx4

AUGUST AUG 8 | ROCKIN THE RIVER Float up to Texas’ only waterfront stage or chill on the shore! Featuring top Texas Country acts mixed in with a little rock & soul. Feel free to bring your own tube or raft to enjoy the river within the roped off swimming area.For more info visit: rockintheriverfw.com

SEPTEMBER SEPT 3 | BLUES & BBQ FESTIVAL Blues & Barbeques are some things you shouldn’t miss this summer at

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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the Bedford Blues & BBQ Festival 2019. This festival is all about smoking delicious BBQ, music, beverages to complement BBQ, and fun with friends & family! For more info visit: bedfordbluesfest.com

SEPT 3 - 5 | RIVERFRONT JAZZ FESTIVAL Tbaal Riverfront Jazz Festival is something worth spending your weekend. The event features live music, food vendors, beverages, hotels, and top-class performers. 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 SEPT 17 - 19 | 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

OCTOBER OCT TBA | KOREAN FESTIVAL Immerse yourself in Korean culture! Expect a fusion of traditional and modern cultural presentations, live performances, traditional cuisine from Korean food vendors, interactive games, art and much, much more.For more info visit: kfesthouston.com

OCT TBA | BAYOU CITY ART FEST Calling all art lovers! See downtown transformed into an art mecca filled with paintings, sculptures, jewelry, music, food trucks and a kids zone. For more info visit: artcolonyassociation.org

2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change

Date Session Rod Laver Margaret Court Outside Courts Featured Matches Wed - Fri 11:00am 11:00am 10:00am Qualifying Rounds 1/13-15 Sat / Sun NO PLAY 1/16-17 Mon 1/18 Day 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 1st round Night 7:00pm – –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 – – – –

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2020 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

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10:30 AM SESSION 2nd Round - Ladies / Mens Singles 1st Round Ladies & Mixed Doubles 2nd Round Mens Doubles 3rd Round - Ladies / Mens Singles 2nd Round - Ladies / Mens Doubles 1st Round - Mixed Doubles 3rd Round - Ladies / Mens Singles 2nd Round - Ladies & Mixed Doubles 3rd Round - Mens Doubles 4th Round - Ladies / Mens Singles 3rd Round - Ladies / Mens Doubles 2nd Round Mixed 1st Round Juniors Singles 4th Round - Ladies / Mens Singles Qtr Finals - Mens & Mixed Doubles 3rd Round - Ladies Doubles 1st & 2nd Round - Juniors Singles, 1st Round Juniors Doubles Day / Evening - Qtr Finals - Ladies / Mens Singles Qtr Finals - Ladies / Mens / Mixed Doubles 2nd Round - Juniors Singles, 1st & 2nd Round - Juniors Doubles

Day / Evening - Qtr Finals - Ladies / Mens Singles Qtr Finals - Ladies Doubles Semi Finals - Mixed Doubles 3rd Round - Juniors Singles, 2nd Round Juniors Doubles

Day - Finals - Mixed Doubles, Evening - Semi Finals - Ladies Singles Semi Finals - Mens Doubles Qtr Finals - Juniors Singles & Doubles Day / Evening - Semi Finals - Mens Singles Semi Finals - Ladies Doubles Semi Finals - Juniors Singles & Doubles Day - Finals - Mens Doubles Evening - Finals - Ladies Singles Finals - Juniors Singles & Doubles Day - Finals - Ladies Doubles Evening - Finals - Mens Singles

2021 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

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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

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11:00 AM First Round

11:00 AM Second Round

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11:00 AM Third Round

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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

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Sun Jul 11 11:00 AM Womens Finals

11:00 AM Mens Finals

2020 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change

SESSION DATE SCHEDULE PLAY START MATCHES

1 Mon 31 Aug Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R1

2 Mon 31 Aug Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R1

3 Tue 1 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R1

4 Tue 1 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R1

5 Wed 2 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R2

6 Wed 2 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R2

7 Thu 3 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R2

8 Thu 3 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R2

9 Fri 4 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R3

10 Fri 4 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R3

11 Sat 5 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s R3

12 Sat 5 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s R3

13 Sun 6 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

14 Sun 6 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

15 Mon 7 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

16 Mon 7 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

17 Tue 8 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals

18 Tue 8 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals

19 Wed 9 Sep Day 11:00 AM Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals

20 Wed 9 Sep Night 7:00 PM Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals

21 Thu 10 Sep Night 7:00 PM Women’s Semifinals

22 Fri 11 Sep Day 12:00 PM Men’s Semifinals

23 Sat 12 Sep Day 12:00 PM Women’s Final

24 Sun 13 Sep Day 1:00 PM Men’s Final

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