Keep summer going after school starts with open swim hours every day of the week at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool.Join Arlington Animal Services for a family-friendly, pet-saving community event this Saturday, Oct. 13 at the PetSmart in the Arlington Highlands.Head over to Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club in Downtown Arlington for live music this weekend.Enjoy live music this weekend at J.R. Bentley’s in Downtown Arlington, located at 406 W Abram St.The Levitt’s only paid-ticket concert wraps up the fall concert season when Texas Health/Arlington Memorial Hospital presents Barenaked Ladies Oct. 13.The annual W.A.T.E.R. Festival is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at River Legacy Living Science Center.End 2018 with a bang and ring in the new year at Lonestar NYE Live!, DFW’s biggest New Year’s Eve party at Texas Live! in Arlington.It’s time to break out the swimwear, slather on the sunscreen, and dust off your sunglasses for a fun-filled season at Hurricane Harbor!The new HARLEY QUINN Spinsanity thrill ride is now open at Six Flags Over Texas!engAGE Arlington’s Cookout After Dark is this Saturday, September 8 at Richard Greene Linear Park from 5:30-8:30 PM.
Weekend Buzz: 10 Events in The American Dream City for Sept. 7-9, 2018
By Ryan Hunt
Posted on September 06, 2018, September 06, 2018

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1. Levitt Pavilion Arlington's Free Fall Concert Season

Happy 10th birthday, Levitt Pavilion Arlington! In a decade-long tradition that has yet to be broken, Levitt Pavilion Arlington continues its fall season of free concerts this Friday night at 8 p.m. with The Vandoliers. The weekend continues at 8 p.m. with Bruce Robison & Kelly Willis on Saturday, September 8. Danny Wright, the pianist and composer known as The Healer of Hearts, comes to town on Sunday at 8 p.m. All concerts are free and family friendly this season except for Barenaked Ladies, which requires a ticket purchase. The Levitt has a 24-hour information line at 817.543.4301 and a free mobile app, Levitt Arlington.

2. River Legacy Living Science Center's W.A.T.E.R. Festival

Come celebrate the wonderful resource of water with The City of Arlington's Water Utilities as it joins forces with River Legacy Living Science Center to raise awareness for the importance of water education and conservation. The 14th annual Water Awareness through Education and Recreation (W.A.T.E.R.) Festival is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018 at River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 N.W. Green Oaks Blvd. This event is free to the public and will include a variety of family-friendly activities, crafts, games and demonstrations.

3. Live Music at Texas Live!

Check out live music this weekend at Texas Live!, the new $250 million world-class dining, entertainment and hospitality district located near the Rangers' Globe Life Park and Cowboys' AT&T Stadium in The American Dream City. Arlington Backyard, a 5,000-capacity outdoor event pavilion, is expected to host more than 250 events annually. The Night Shift, a high-energy dance band, performs at 9 p.m. at the Arlington Backyard on Friday, September 7. The College Game Day Watch Party kicks off on Saturday at 11 a.m. in front of a Texas-Sized Television. Matt and Kim will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Arlington Backyard and Live 80 gets underway at 9 p.m. in the Live! Arena. Click here for information about Texas Live! parking.

4. Hurricane Harbor

It's time to break out the swimwear, slather on the sunscreen, and dust off your sunglasses for a fun-filled season at Hurricane Harbor! This summer season is sure to rock with plenty of activities for the entire family. Cool off with the kiddos at Hook's Lagoon with four mini slides, water sprayers and shallow water to splash around in. For the thrills seekers in the family, hop onto Tornado and travel down the 132 foot slide in the mouth of a gigantic funnel. Hurricane Harbor will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

5. Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, continues its 57th season in The American Dream City. The park will open this weekend for guests to enjoy their favorite coasters and attractions, including the ultimate Super-Villain thrill ride—HARLEY QUINN Spinsanity. The park's operating hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. For more information on Six Flags Over Texas tickets, shows, rides, attractions, and events, visit sixflags.com/overtexas.

6. Cookout After Dark

Gather your friends and enjoy an evening featuring live music, electric bike rides, yard games, delectable burgers and a scrumptious S'mores bar! engAGE Arlington's Cookout After Dark is this Saturday, September 8 at Richard Greene Linear Park from 5:30-8:30 PM. Adults 21+ welcome. Save $5 and register today! $10 per person pre-register or $15 at the event. This event is BYOB, no glass containers and no pets please! Please register online or call 817-277-8091.

7. Splash Into September at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool

As summer comes to an end, the pools will be closing for the season. However, if you purchased an outdoor season pass for City pools, then you can still use it through September at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool. Keep summer going after school starts with open swim hours every day of the week. Features include a perfect 86 degree water temperature year round, handicap access, and changing room and restroom facilities. For more information about open swim hours, please call Hugh Smith Indoor Pool at 817-275-0513 or visit Arlington Parks & Recreation's website.

8. Mobile Pet Adoption Event at PetSmart in the Arlington Highlands

Join Arlington Animal Services for a tail-wagging, family-friendly, pet-saving community event this Saturday, September 8 at the PetSmart in the Arlington Highlands, 203 E. Interstate I-20, Suite 101, Arlington, TX 76018. Adorable, adoptable pets looking for new homes will be available at the mobile adoption unit from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for immediate adoption. For more information, please visit the Arlington Animal Services page on the City's website or call (817) 459-5898.

9. Live Music at Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club

Head over to Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club in Downtown Arlington for live music this weekend. On Friday, September 7, Grease Monkey will celebrate its 7th Anniversary in The American Dream City. Come out at 6 p.m. for live music, raffles and giveaways. Clayton Gardner will perform from 6-9 p.m. and Brandon Steadman from 9 p.m. to midnight. On Saturday, September 7, Legacy 4 will take the stage at 9 p.m. Audiences can expect to hear some of the greatest hits in both R&B and Motown. Grease Monkey is located at 200 N Mesquite St, Arlington, TX 76011.

10. Live Music at J.R. Bentley's

Check out live music with Harper & Lee this Friday, September 7, 2018 at J.R. Bentley's in Downtown Arlington. The show starts at 8 p.m. On Saturday, Davis & Rose perform at 8 p.m. Situated in a historic home, J.R. Bentley's has the feel of an authentic English pub and features several local and area bands throughout the year. The venue is located at 406 W Abram St, Arlington, TX 76010. You can find a complete calendar of events at www.jrbentleys.com. Regular hours of operation are Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Sunday from 5 p.m. to midnight. J.R. Bentley's will be closed for Labor Day.

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