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SUMMARY:First Thursdays - Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:FIRST THURSDAYS ARE THE NIGHT TO BE IN DOWNTOWN ARLINGTON! \nGrab the family and text the group chat\, it’s the night to be in Downtown Arlington. Once a month\, the district comes alive with live music\, artistic experiences\, and unique happenings at your favorite local businesses. \nJoin the Downtown Arlington Management Corporation for the next First Thursdays event on Thursday\, September 3\, from 5–8 p.m.\, to celebrate Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash! \nSeptember highlights Include: \n\nGiant “150” Community Photo – Help form a giant “150” on the lawn for a special birthday photo. RSVP encouraged.\nFeatured Attraction: Live Mural Painting & Meet the Artist at Hurtado BBQ:\n\nHead over to Hurtado BBQ from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM for live music and a live mural painting session celebrating Arlington’s 150th Birthday! Meet local artist Dylan Kennedy as he finishes Downtown’s newest mural\, snap a photo with the artwork and stick around for live music on the patio. A special thanks to the North Texas Communities Foundation and the Arlington Tomorrow Foundation for bringing this piece of art to life.\n\n\n150th Birthday Cabaret – Free celebratory performance at Theatre Arlington at 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Reserve your ticket in advance to secure your spot.\nHistoric Knapp Heritage Park – Enjoy cabin tours and live music beneath the trees. Please register for the Guided Tours.\nArlington Historical Society History Walk – Take a guided tour of Arlington landmarks\, including Mineral Well and Arlington Music Hall.\n150 Passport Scavenger Hunt – Collect six commemorative stickers from participating businesses to complete your “passport.” Turn it in at Theatre Arlington before the cabaret and receive an event‑exclusive 150th anniversary sticker.\n\nCelebrate Arlington’s past\, present\, and future with an evening of music\, history\, art\, and community spirit where it all began\, in the heart of Downtown. \nRead more on this event.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/first-thursdays-arlington-150/
LOCATION:Downtown Arlington
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Arlington Management Corporation":MAILTO:damc@downtownarlington.org
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SUMMARY:History Walking Tour & Open House at Knapp Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Arlington Historical Society & Knapp Heritage Park in celebrating Arlington’s 150th with guided tours and live music \n\n\n\n\nStep back in time at Knapp Heritage Park for a special First Thursday evening of music\, heritage\, and local history in celebration of the City of Arlington’s 150th Birthday! \nJoin Downtown Arlington and the Arlington Historical Society for a relaxed evening under the shaded oak trees at Knapp Heritage Park. Tour original 19th-century log cabins\, enjoy live acoustic music\, and learn about the origins of our community. \nAs a special highlight for September First Thursday\, the Arlington Historical Society is offering guided Arlington History Walking Tours led by local historians\, Jason Sullivan. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nHistoric Cabin Open House: Explore authentic historic cabins and schoolhouses preserved right in the heart of Downtown Arlington.\nLive Music Under the Oaks: Bring a lawn chair or blanket and relax to live music throughout the evening.\nGuided History Walking Tours: Take a 30-minute guided stroll through downtown history\, starting and ending at Knapp Heritage Park (Limited spots available—reserve your tour ticket).\n\nSchedule of Events:\n\n5:00 p.m.: Park Gates Open\, Cabin Tours & Live Music Begin\n6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: History Walking Tour #1 (Departs from the main entrance)\n7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: History Walking Tour #2 (Departs from the main entrance)\n8:00 p.m.: Event Concludes
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/walking-tour-first-thursdays/
LOCATION:Knapp Heritage Park\, 201 W Front St\, Arlington\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:fielderh@swbell.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260817T154706Z
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SUMMARY:Stealing the Spotlight: 150 Years of Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Theatre Arlington sponsored by the Arlington Tomorrow Foundation brings you Stealing the Spotlight: 150 Years of Arlington\, an original cabaret featuring stories\, anecdotes\, and music from 150 years of Arlington historical notables! Showcasing local talent and bringing some of Arlington’s scene stealers to life\, this cabaret will transport you through Arlington’s rich history as we celebrate 150 with a Sesqui-Cabaret! Theatre BARlington and the lobby will open at 5:30 p.m. with the cabaret to perform at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with an approximate 30-minute run time. \nRSVP for this event. \nBefore each performance of “Stealing the Spotlight\,” the Arlington Master Chorale will take the cabaret stage at 6:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. for a special preview of its upcoming concert\, “Treasures of the Heart\,” taking place Oct. 16–17\, 2026. The concert will feature a commissioned work by local composer Laura Farnell\, created in commemoration of Arlington’s 150th anniversary.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/stealing-the-spotlight-150-years-of-arlington/
LOCATION:Theatre Arlington\, 305 W Main St\, Arlington\, Texas\, 76010
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
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SUMMARY:Wings Celebrate Fans and Arlington
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Wings are proud to celebrate the heartbeat of their community with Fans & Arlington Appreciation Day\, a special afternoon dedicated to the loyal supporters who bring energy\, passion\, and pride to every game. \nThis special event is all about giving back to the fans and the community who make every moment unforgettable\, featuring exclusive in-game experiences\, fan recognition moments\, and a vibrant\, community-driven atmosphere. Whether you’ve been cheering from day one or are new to the Wings family\, this is your chance to come together\, celebrate Arlington\, and show what makes this community truly special. \nView Ticket Information.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/wings-celebrate-fans-and-arlington/
LOCATION:College Park Center\, 600 S Center St\, Arlington\, TX\, 76019\, United States
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T180000
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SUMMARY:West Main Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready\, Arlington! On Saturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026\, the heart of Downtown will burst into color\, sound\, and flavor as the West Main Arts Festival takes over for its 10th annual celebration of all things creative! From 12 to 6 p.m.\, they’re turning the historic West Main Street corridor into one big street party complete with live music\, dazzling art\, delicious eats\, and good vibes for all ages. \nIt’s more than just a festival. It’s Arlington’s creative heartbeat\, pulsing with energy\, talent and community spirit. Whether you’re grooving to a jazz set\, chatting with an artist\, or just strolling with a taco in hand\, you’ll feel the magic of West Main. \nFestival Highlights:\n\nThree Live Music Stages – From jazz to rock\, indie to acoustic\, and even youth performance. Hispanic Heritage stage is new this year. Featuring host Alejandro Terra\, Sam Houston High School Mariachi and more\n70+ Artist Booths – Paintings\, sculptures\, photography\, ceramics\, jewelry\, and more.\nInteractive Art – Fun for kids and the young-at-heart.\nLive Art in Action – Watch murals take shape\, see painting demos\, and join workshops.\nTasty Local Eats – Food trucks and craft vendors serving up everything from tacos to cold brew.\n\nSince 2016\, the West Main Arts Festival has welcomed over 50\,000 attendees and pumped more than $500\,000 into the local economy\, proving that when Arlington comes together for the arts\, magic happens. Proudly produced by Create Texas\, this is a day you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/west-main-arts-festival/
LOCATION:West Main Street in Downtown Arlington
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Create Texas":MAILTO:mark@createtexas.art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260916T225056Z
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SUMMARY:Painting with a Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Levitt Pavilion is having a fundraiser and would like to invite the community to paint a special Arlington 150th piece. They are bringing painting with a twist to the Levitt! Please post and share so we can all wish Arlington a happy 150th birthday with art! \nCome paint your commemorative Arlington 150 masterpiece at the Levitt! Saturday\, Sept. 19 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Levitt Center. \nThey are teaming up with Painting with a Twist Arlington for a special Painting with a Purpose event at the Levitt Center. 50% of proceeds come right back to Levitt Pavilion Arlington! \nMake a day of it with the West Main Arts Fest\, painting\, then a concert at the Levitt! \nTicket information: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/arlington/event/4377781/
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/painting-with-a-purpose/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 100 W Abram St\, Arlington\, TX\, 76010\, United States
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T213523Z
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SUMMARY:Front Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Front Street Festival returns to Knapp Heritage Park! Join for a fantastic day filled with historic cabin tours\, demonstrations\, local vendors\, live music\, and fun for the whole family\, as the City of Arlington celebrates 150 years. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/front-street-festival/
LOCATION:Knapp Heritage Park\, 201 W Front St\, Arlington\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:fielderh@swbell.net
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