The dog days of summer are here, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most out of this weekend; luckily, there are plenty of ways to do that. Kick things off by getting cultured at the Asian Film Festival of Dallas, or exploring the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. On Saturday, cool off at an ice cream challenge, and enjoy a view of the Dallas skyline at an awesome pool party on Sunday.
Binge-watch at the Asian Film Festival of Dallas
Thursday, July 18 - Sunday, July 21
Angelika Film Center and Cafe (Dallas)
Now in its 18th year, the Asian Film Festival of Dallas keeps growing and showing off amazing films. You’ll find everything here from shorts to full length features and documentaries. This year the festival kicks off with an opening night party at Musume, one of Dallas’ newest speakeasies, hidden inside the Arts District.
Cost: Screenings vary; starting from $8.
Get tatted up at the Ink Masters Tattoo Expo
Friday, July 19 - Sunday, July 21
Richardson Civic Center
We recommend checking out the Ink Masters Tattoo Show this weekend, whether you have 10 tats or none. There will be more than 120 award-winning tattoo artists ready to show off their work. In addition to getting a permanent tattoo, there will also be opportunities for piercings, temporary tattoos, and airbrush tattoos.
Cost: Tickets are $20 for a single-day pass.
Switch up your Friday night drinks with some science
Friday, July 19
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
If you’ve wanted to explore the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History without all the kids and big crowds, Friday is your night. The museum will be hosting its monthly Science on Tap night -- open only to people 21 and up. Grab a brew or a glass of wine and enjoy the kid-free museum.
Cost: Tickets are $20.
Stay up past your bedtime for Late Night at the DMA
Friday, July 19
Dallas Museum of Art
The Dallas Museum of Art stays open late on the third Friday of each month, making for a perfect date night or just a night out with friends. In addition to getting to explore the museum’s impressive collection, there will also be performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, and more.
Cost: Tickets are $10 for non-members.
See what it’s like to explore space at the Perot’s Moon Day
Saturday, July 20
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
This year marks five decades since the Apollo 11 moon landing, and to celebrate Moon Day, the Perot Museum is going all out. In addition to the usual things to see and explore, the museum will also have demonstrations -- like one on how the vacuum effect of space impacts astronauts -- as well as obstacle courses, photo ops, and more. It’s a day you won’t want to miss.
Cost: General admission is $20 for non-members.
Seriously cool off at this ice cream charity challenge
Saturday, July 20
Grand Prairie Farmers Market
The best part about hot Texas summers is, it’s the perfect excuse to indulge with some ice cream. This weekend the Grand Prairie Farmers Market is hosting an ice cream challenge -- local charities and organizations will present their homemade ice cream recipes face off, and you’ll have the opportunity to vote for your favorite. Once you’ve had enough delicious sweetness, enjoy some live music or do some shopping in the market.
Cost: Admission is free, and sampling tickets will be available for a small fee.
Zip line through North Texas
Saturday, July 20
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
You don’t need to plan a big trip to Costa Rica or Hawaii to go down a fun zip line. This weekend you can climb up at 23-foot tall tree and then ride a zip line almost 500 feet -- all here in North Texas. After your zip, hang around the science museum and wildlife sanctuary and make a day out of it.
Cost: Tickets are $12.
Enjoy a movie under the stars at Klyde Warren Park
Saturday, July 20
Klyde Warren Park
The Texas summer heat can be tough, but once the sun goes down it’s not so bad -- and Klyde Warren Park happens to be hosting a movie series out on the lawn at sunset, all summer long. This weekend’s movie is Raiders of the Lost Ark. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket from home and get their early to find a good spot. Can’t make it this weekend? No worries, the series runs through August.
Cost: Admission is free.
Spend your Sunday Funday tubing and swimming
Sunday, July 21
Panther Island Pavilion
In addition to a summer concert series, Panther Island Pavilion is also hosting a Sunday Funday series to get you through the dog days of summer. Grab a tube, a kayak, a canoe, or a paddle board, and enjoy a relaxing Sunday on the water. The series is family friendly, so bring the kids or bring your friends.
Cost: Admission is free; tubes are available to rent.
Enjoy the skyline view from this pool party
Sunday, July 21
Canvas Hotel
Who cares about the Sunday Scaries when you’re living your best life at an awesome pool party? The Canvas Hotel, formerly the NYLO, is throwing a pool party at that looks to be an incredible way to spend a Sunday. Come prepared to take some pictures, because the hotel has one the best views of the skyline.
Cost: Admission is free
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