Six Flags Over Texas
I-30 at State Hwy. 360
817-640-8900, Ext. 2222
Admission Charged
Six Flags Over Texas has defined family fun and Texas-sized thrills for over four decades and continues this strong tradition by soaring to new heights. From the giant-sized coasters, to family-friendly rides and Broadway-style shows, guests of all ages can enjoy a larger than life entertainment experience that is distinctly and unforgettably Texas.
Call for date and hours of operation.
Hurricane Harbor
1800 E. Lamar Blvd.
817-265-3356
Admission Charged
Hurricane Harbor, the largest and most complete water park in the Southwest, is celebrating over 20 years of fun in the sun! Packed with unique, water-oriented attractions like Hook's Lagoon, featuring three lagoons, a Pirate ship and 150 interactive aquatic features on 12 different levels-there is no way you can stay dry! Guests can also body board on Surf Rider located at Boogie Beach, catch a thrill on Sea Wolf-the tallest, fastest ride of its kind-or soak up the rays floating on the world's first Lazy River. With 3,000,000 gallons of water and 26 more slides, rides and pools to explore, Hurricane Harbor promises to keep you cool in the Hot Texas sun!
The Ameriquest Field in Arlington
1000 Ballpark Way
817- 273-5222
Admission Charged
The home of the Texas Rangers Baseball Club has been called the best baseball facility in the major leagues. The Ballpark is an attraction in itself and includes The Legends of the Game Baseball Museum and Children's Learning Center, a 17,000 sq. ft. facility that is the only one of its kind in professional sports. The Ballpark complex also includes the Dr Pepper Youth Ballpark, Grand Slam Gift Shop, and the Diamond Club.
The Ballpark and Museum and tours of the complex are given daily.
Call for dates and hours of operation.
Texas Rangers
1000 Ballpark Way (I-30 at Hwy. 157)
817- 273-5100
Admission Charged
One of only thirty cities with Major League Baseball, Arlington welcomes you to America's past time and The Ameriquest Field in Arlington. Buck Showalter takes the helm of the Texas rangers for the 2004 season. Join the crowd as we cheer on new traditions and welcome exciting, new talent ready to take the field!
Johnnie High's Country Music
Arlington Music Hall - 224 N. Center Street (corner of Center & Division)
817-226-4400, 1-800-540-5127
Admission Charged
Voted Best Live Country Music Show of the Year for five years in row by Country Music Organizations of America, Johnnie High's offers warm, family-friendly entertainment and the opportunity to hear the stars of tomorrow. Produced since 1975, Johnnie High's has been the launch pad for a number of now famous country singers including Lee Ann Rimes. The live shows feature a cast of 20 singers, dancers and musicians performing with veteran guests and new comers.
Weekend performances start at 7:30 p.m. in season, call for exact dates.
Air Combat School
921 Six Flags Drive, #117
817- 640-1886
Admission Charged
The top gun of entertainment, this school offers the opportunity to strap into a real jet fighter flight simulator made from an actual jet cockpit and engage in air combat maneuvers against various types of threats. You will turn and burn trying to stay "alive" in the arena where there are no points for second best.
Call for hours of operation
The Palace of Wax and Ripley's Believe It or Not!
601 E. Palace Pkwy., I-30 at Beltline
972- 263-2391
Admission Charged
This 41,000 sq. ft. double attraction offers two worlds of excitement and intrigue. The Palace of Wax features favorite movie stars and historical figures in amazing life-like detail. Special themed exhibits help recreate famous moments in time. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Offers an eye-popping assortment of oddities and curiosities collected from around the world by famed cartoonist Robert Ripley.
Call for hours of operation.
Festival Marketplace Mall
2900 E. Pioneer Pkwy.
817-213-1000, 1-877-877-FEST (3378)
Admission Free
A shop-a-holic's paradise with hundreds of unique shops. Group tours welcome. Enjoy year-round free entertainment.
Wednesday-Saturday 10 am-8 pm, Sunday 12 noon-6 pm and special Holiday hours.
Traders Village
2602 Mayfield Road
972-647-2331
Admission Free
Here's a Texas-size market place with a little bit of everything, all at bargain prices. Open every Saturday and Sunday, 8 am to dusk, with more than 1,800 dealers. Over two million people visit this market each year. Shopper conveniences include: ATM machine, stroller and wheelchair rental, kiddie rides and arcade games, special events, plus much more. You Gotta See This Place! RV Park, rated "10/10/9".
Open daily, call for hours of operation.
Arlington Skatium
5515 S. Cooper Street
817- 784-6222
Admission Charged
Roller skate at the largest skating center in Texas. We have a hard-wood, maple floor, video arcade, full concession stand and a large selection of fun and exciting music. Come and check out the ultimate skating experience. Located 1.1 miles south of The Parks at Arlington.
Call for dates and hours of operation.
Putt-Putt Golf and Games
1701 E. Division Street
817- 277-6501
2004 W. Pleasant Ridge Road
817- 467-6565
Admission Charged
Championship putting courses and state-of-the-art game rooms provide the ultimate arcade experience with the latest video, pinball, and redemption games. The race track for go-carts was rated the #1 go-cart track in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Baseball and softball fans will enjoy a nine-cage batting range featuring slow pitch softball to very fast baseball (85 mph). And the concession area offers 16 flavors of ice cream.
Call for dates and hours of operation.
Dyno-Rock Indoor Climbing Gym
608 E. Front Street
817- 461-3966
Admission Charged
Provides one of nature's most exciting sports in a safe, controlled environment with full service.
Climbing for all ages and skill levels.
Open seven days a week, call for hours of operation.
Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie
1000 Lone Star Pkwy., Grand Prairie (Exit Belt Line north from I-30)
972- 263-RACE
Admission Charged
Experience live thoroughbred and quarter horse racing next door in Grand Prairie. Beautiful track, clubhouse and viewing facilities and home to the 2004 Breeders Cup!
Season runs April – July for Thoroughbred Racing and October – November for Quarter Horse Racing. Tours.
Call for exact dates and hours of operation.
Arlington Public Library
(817) 459-6907
Admission Free
Throughout the year the Central Library and its branches feature story times for two-year-olds and for pre-schoolers, ages 3-7, with stories, songs and activities for young listeners and readers. Each month there are extra programs and activities
Call for dates and hours of operation.
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