Here are a few ways you can enjoy your weekend in The American Dream City. 

Romancing the Stars

The UTA Planetarium returns its annual Valentine's Day event Romancing the Stars at various times Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025! Have you ever wanted to enjoy an evening under the stars, but the weather just wasn't right? Join for an evening of romantic stargazing amongst a breathtaking view of the stars and planets. There will be a reception before the show with appetizers (included with your price of the ticket), an additional cash bar, and a photographer to capture the moments. Click here for more details. 

Valentine's Day at the Arcade 

Every great romantic adventure needs a little time travel. This Valentine's Day, come back to a time where your biggest worry is whether you should play Ms. Pac-Man or Street Fighter next. Free Play has been the home of arcade romance for nearly ten years and they’ve seen countless first dates, hundreds of engagements, and even a few weddings under the glow of our authentic cathode ray tubes.  This package includes 2 arcade admissions, 2 Valentine's Day cocktails, and 2 authentic retro school valentines!

Valentine Day’s Dinner

Celebrate love with a special Valentine’s Day dinner at Troy’s at Texas Live! Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Indulge in a chef-crafted specialty menu featuring mouthwatering dishes made for romance. Click here to reserve your date night. 

Cut & Bourbon Valentine's Day Weekend 

Embark on a romantic and unforgettable experience at Cut & Bourbon this Valentine's Day weekend. Cut & Bourbon is open from 5-10 p.m. In addition to the traditional a la carte dinner menu, Executive Chef Robert Carr has curated featured specials including a Winter Garden Salad, Whole Roasted Lobster, Seared Diver Scallops, and Grilled Wagyu Strip Steak. End the evening with indulgence over a showstopping baked Alaska for two. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Complimentary Valet provided to guests who are dining.

Prix Fixe Valentine's Dinner 

Share an unforgettable Valentine's experience at Restaurant506 with a three-course pre-fixe menu perfectly curated by Executive Chef David Pacheco. Their 2025 Valentine's menu includes an amuse bouche, your choice of three appetizers, a palate cleanser, then your choice of three delectable entrées, and finally, your choice of three incredible desserts to complete your culinary adventure. The full menu is available to view on their website and will be available for TWO fabulous nights only: Friday, Feb. 14, and Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 – make your reservations now!

Valentine's Dining at Farena at Loews Arlington Hotel

Re-ignite the romance over a memorable culinary experience at Farena this Valentine’s Day weekend. Executive Chef Tony France has crafted exclusive offerings for the occasion alongside the signature a la carte Farena menu including Oyster Pizzaiolo to start and Beet-Stuffed Ravioli. Couples may opt to share the 20 oz. King’s Cut Steak for two complemented by Gulf shrimp, marble potatoes, and lobster sauce. End on a sweet note with the indulgent Chocolate Torta, featuring chocolate-stuffed dates, brandied cherries, and salted caramel. Treat your special someone to an unforgettable evening of flavor and romance. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Valet parking is complimentary to all patrons of Farena, THE | BAR and The Spa at Loews Arlington.

Valentine's Dining at The | BAR at Loews Arlington Hotel

Sip pre/post Valentine's dinner drinks or stay and enjoy a meal in THE | BAR. Indulge in Chef Luis Penaloza's Valentine's special, Tiger Prawn Raviolo with Shallots, Garlic Ricotta, Prawn Bisque and a Charred Fresno Reduction ($25). Valet parking is complimentary to all patrons of Farena, THE | BAR and The Spa at Loews Arlington.

The Spa at Loews Arlington

Rekindle your connection with a shared escape designed for pure relaxation at Loews Arlington. Enjoy a tension-relieving massage in a peaceful setting, with soothing aromatherapy and serene surroundings. Complete your experience with a glass of bubbly, toasting to love and shared memories. It is a 50-minute session from $390 per couple. It is available until Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Valet parking is complimentary to all patrons of Farena, THE | BAR, and The Spa at Loews Arlington.

“Love is in the Archives” UTA Special Collections Mini Exhibit

In celebration of Valentine's Day, UTA Special Collections has a mini exhibit on display throughout the month of February, showcasing items in the collection relating to expressions of friendship, affection, and romance through a variety of historical artifacts.

Special Collections invites community to learn more and view the mini exhibit during the Central Library's open hours through Friday, Feb. 28. The exhibit is located just outside the doors of Special Collections in the Atrium, located on the sixth floor of the Central Library at 702 Planetarium Place.

UTA’s Central Library’s weekend hours are 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and from 9 a.m. to noon on Sundays. The Special Collections area is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. For library parking and visitor information, visit https://libraries.uta.edu.

In The Heights

In The Heights, a musical created in by Lin Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegria Hudes, is set to open the 2025 Season at Theatre Arlington. Set against the beats of salsa and hip-hop, this acclaimed musical tells the story of Usnavi, who longs to pick up his roots and move away from Washington Heights, the tight-knit New York City neighborhood that shaped him. This vibrant show will fill your heart with its spellbinding infectious energy. This show contains adult themes. It all takes place at Theatre Arlington. It airs Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Click here for ticket information. It runs until Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025.

Wicked Threads: The Artistry of Costume in Oz AND Princess Diana: Accredited Access Exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art

Following the release of the highly anticipated film, the Arlington Museum of Art will debut a collection of costumes from Wicked (2024) celebrating the artistry of the costume design and twenty-one years of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked. The Princess Diana: Accredited Access Exhibition will feature a collection of larger-than-life images taken by Diana’s trusted friend and Official Royal Photographer, the late Anwar Hussein, as well as his sons Samir and Zak. Each image will be accompanied by first-hand accounts of the stories behind the world-famous moments, told through an in-depth audio guide. 

Click here for ticket information and hours about the Wicked exhibition. For the Princess Diana exhibition, click here for ticket information and hours. The two exhibitions run through Sunday, April 27, 2025. 

Shriners Children's College Showdown

The 2025 college baseball season begins with the Shriners Children's College Showdown at Globe Life Field Friday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to see Arizona, Clemson, Louisville, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, and Texas kick off the 2025 college baseball slate. Home Plate Reserved premium tickets and General Admission tickets are on sale now! Purchase today using the “Buy Tickets” links at the top of the page! Click here for more information on the Home Plate Reserved experience. Following the Shriners Children’s College Showdown, Globe Life Field will host two weekends of the College Baseball Series benefiting Shriners Children’s, plus mid-week games. For more information, visit GlobeLifeField.com/collegebaseball.

Little Explorers – Downtown Library 

Stop by The Children’s Play Room at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library on 10 a.m. Fridays for a morning of play-based learning.  This come-and-go program will vary week-to-week as librarians explore art, math, science, engineering, and fine motor skills.  Join the Arlington Public Library for a playfully discover the world around us! Designed for ages 1-4. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the APL at (817) 459-6900 or by email at [email protected].

Family Storytime – Southeast Branch Library

Join the Arlington Public Library’s fabulous library staff to sing, read and wiggle during storytime at the Southeast Branch Library 10:30 a.m. Fridays. This storytime is geared for ages 2-5. They will read books, sing songs, and have an activity after the program each week. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (817) 459-6900 or by email at [email protected].

Valentine Tot Party

Let Dottie Lynn show you some love! Come by for a morning filled with Valentine crafts, fun games, and special treats 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. This is a parent-tot event, so all parents and grandparents are welcome to tag along. Click here to register. 

Show at Arlington Music Hall

The Arlington Music Hall has shows you can enjoy starting 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, it’s Twitty & Lynn: A SALUTE TO CONWAY & LORETTA, then right after that same night at 9:30 p.m., you can experience Couples Therapy: A Relationship-Themed Comedy Show, and rounding out the weekend 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, it’s Trio Los Panchos. Click on the event for ticket information.  

Buckin’ Birthday

Saddle up for a night of bull riding and unforgettable moments at Texas Live! Special drink deals wait you and your crew Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Click here to reserve your birthday section and claim your Buckin' Birthday gift! 

The Great Backyard Bird Count

🐦🌿 Join River Legacy Nature Center 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, for the Great Backyard Bird Count! This free community event is perfect for bird lovers of all ages.

📍 Highlights include:
🦉 Live bird presentations
🎨 DIY bird feeder crafts
🔭 Observation stations
🌳 Family-friendly trail walks
🎉 Fun children’s activities

Help us collect important data for the National Audubon Society and Cornell Lab of Ornithology while enjoying the wonders of nature. Don’t forget your binoculars! 🕊️✨ Click here to learn about the Great Backyard Bird Count here.

Spice Club

At Spice Club, you will learn about a different spice every month. Attend to discover a spice and receive a take-and-make kit featuring a variety of unique spices, herbs, or blends. Check out new cookbooks and recipes or bring a favorite recipe of yours to share! This month you will learn about ROSE At Spice Club, 12-1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at the Southeast Branch Library’s Community Room.

Each kit will include:

• Information about the featured spice, its history with a few facts;
• two simple recipe suggestions;
• Small packet of the featured spice to try.

No registration required.

Teens Give Back

Teens, join the Arlington Public Library at the Ron Wright Lake Arlington Branch for a chance to give back to the community! The event takes place 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Come to make seasonal cards and gifts for seniors who partake in Books on Wheels, the library's outreach service for residents who live in select senior housing facilities. Supplies will be provided. This is for teens in grades 7th - 12th who are in need of volunteer hours. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (817) 459-6900 or by email at [email protected]. 

Macramé: Heart Keychain

Learn the classic art of Macramé knots while creating a heart keychain for you to take home 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2024, at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library’s Tinker Room. This class is appropriate for ages 13+ while supplies last.

Sunday Brunch

Ventana Grille at the Tierra Verde Golf Club clubhouse is now serving brunch from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each Sunday. Menu items include four savory Eggs Benedict entrées, Shrimp-N-Grits, Ginger Salmon, and their favorite - Napoleon's Last Meal, a buttermilk fried chicken breast over bourbon French toast and served with maple syrup! Guests can also order off of our à la carte menu, making the Sunday Brunch a great option for families, picky eaters or those with smaller appetites. Reservations Welcomed: 817-548-5047.  

Arlington Community Band Sounds of the Season: Free Winter Concert

Join the Arlington Community Band for a free, family friendly concert performance reminiscent of the sounds of winter 7-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, at Lamar Baptist Church at 1000 W. Lamar Blvd. in Arlington.