Dallas - Daily Events List

October 19, 2012

FRIDAY

Headliners

10:00 amState Fair of Texas.
State Fair of Texas features amusement rides, shows, food, games, livestock and much more. The Fair attracts millions of visitor… Fair Park. (Festivals - Carnival / Fair). 214-670-8400
10:00 am-
10:00 pm
Chinese Lantern Festival.
By day, it's a collection of authentic Chinese art featuring pandas, flamingos, even a 110-yard-long, larger-than-life dragon. B… Fair Park. (Festivals - Cultural). 214-670-8400
7:00 pm-
12:00 am
Cutting Edge Haunted House.
Located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in a section of Fort Worth historically dubbed as "Hell's Half Acre," the… Cutting Edge Haunted House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 817-348-8444
7:30 pm-
12:00 am
Moxley Manor Haunted House.
Featuring some of the most intense scenes and high quality scare tactics. Moxley Manor features detailed scenes and movie quali… Moxley Manor Haunted House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party).
7:30 pm-
1:30 am
Screams.
Screams Halloween Theme Park includes five haunted attractions, Castle of Darkness, 3D Pirates of Peril, Unkle Koy's Klown Maze… Screams Halloween Theme Park. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 972-938-3247
8:00 pm-
12:00 am
Zombie Manor.
DFW's most original and unique Halloween experience. Learn the legend of Landrun Manor which is now inhabited by "The Caretaker… Zombie Manor. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 817-478-7430
8:00 pm-
1:00 am
Slaughter House.
The Slaughter House has been completely renovated since its move to the new 16,000 square-foot Deep Ellum location. With somethi… Slaughter House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 214-999-0708
 Occupy Dallas.
Join protestors supporting people over profits as part of the national movement that began as Occupy Wall Street on Sept. 17th.… Pioneer Plaza. (Community - Organization). 214-939-2724

Festivals

10:00 amState Fair of Texas.
State Fair of Texas features amusement rides, shows, food, games, livestock and much more. The Fair attracts millions of visitor… Fair Park. (Festivals - Carnival / Fair). 214-670-8400
10:00 am-
10:00 pm
Chinese Lantern Festival.
By day, it's a collection of authentic Chinese art featuring pandas, flamingos, even a 110-yard-long, larger-than-life dragon. B… Fair Park. (Festivals - Cultural). 214-670-8400
5:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Bloomin' Bluegrass Festival & Chili Cook-Off.
The event will feature Grammy award winning bluegrass artists, a taste of some of the best chili in DFW & the magnificent Rose G… Farmers Branch Historical Park. (Festivals - Music). 972-919-2620
6:00 pmMagnolia at the Modern.
The Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films. Ticket sales begin two hours prior to show… Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. (Festivals - Film Festival). 817-738-9215
7:00 pm-
12:00 am
Cutting Edge Haunted House.
Located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in a section of Fort Worth historically dubbed as "Hell's Half Acre," the… Cutting Edge Haunted House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 817-348-8444
7:30 pm-
12:00 am
Moxley Manor Haunted House.
Featuring some of the most intense scenes and high quality scare tactics. Moxley Manor features detailed scenes and movie quali… Moxley Manor Haunted House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party).
7:30 pm-
1:30 am
Screams.
Screams Halloween Theme Park includes five haunted attractions, Castle of Darkness, 3D Pirates of Peril, Unkle Koy's Klown Maze… Screams Halloween Theme Park. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 972-938-3247
8:00 pmMagnolia at the Modern.
The Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films. Ticket sales begin two hours prior to show… Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. (Festivals - Film Festival). 817-738-9215
8:00 pm-
12:00 am
Zombie Manor.
DFW's most original and unique Halloween experience. Learn the legend of Landrun Manor which is now inhabited by "The Caretaker… Zombie Manor. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 817-478-7430
8:00 pm-
1:00 am
Slaughter House.
The Slaughter House has been completely renovated since its move to the new 16,000 square-foot Deep Ellum location. With somethi… Slaughter House. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 214-999-0708

The Arts

9:00 am-
5:00 pm
Chihuly at the Dallas Arboretum.
Featuring dramatic glass sculptures in more than 15 locations throughout the 66-acre Arboretum. Artist info: Dale Chihuly create… Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-327-8263
10:00 am-
6:00 pm
Linder Exhibition at The Goss-Michael Foundation.
The Goss-Michael foundation is happy to present a solo show by one of the most important British artists of her generation, Lind… The Goss-Michael Foundation. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-696-0555
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Joseph Csatari Exhibit.
Works from this American realist artist and illustrator, who has had a long involvement with the Boy Scouts of America, are on d… National Scouting Museum. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 800-303-3047
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Norman Rockwell And The Art of Scouting.
Works from the iconic American artist, Norman Rockwell, who has long been associated with the Boy Scouts of America, are on disp… National Scouting Museum. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 800-303-3047
11:00 am-
5:00 pm
Child Prodigy: A Diverse Collection Of Artwork By Autumn de Forest.
An impressive collection of original artwork by child prodigy Autumn de Forest will be on exhibition and available for acquisiti… Wisby-Smith Fine Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit).
2:00 pmGuided Tours.
Explore the museum with a docent who will take you to see highlights from the permanent collection. The tour begins at the Infor… Amon Carter Museum. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 817-738-1933
6:00 pm-
12:00 am
'til Midnight at the Nasher.
In celebration of the opening of Sightings: Eva Rothschild, the Nasher Sculpture Center presents a special Art 'til Midnight at… Nasher Sculpture Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 214-242-5144
7:30 pmDallas Symphony Orchestra: Divine Dvorak.
Performing two of the Czech composer's most popular and potent pieces, full of festive feeling and ardent melodies. Morton Meyerson Symphony Center. (Arts - Concert - Classical / Symphony). 214-692-0203
8:00 pmThe Addams Family.
This adaption of the smash Broadway musical tells the story of what happens when Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of dark… Music Hall at Fair Park. (Performance - Musical). 214-565-1116
8:00 pmHerd 'Em Through the Grapevine.
There's trouble in the vineyard! Someone has popped the cork of Jacques Bordeaux, the local would-be wine maker, and a Texas Ran… Texas Star Dinner Theater. (Performance - Dinner Theater). 817-337-1882
8:00 pmDeer Camp: The Musical.
Follows 4 fearless deer hunters on their hilarious annual trek to deer camp. But things are looking bleak this season. After dec… Eisemann Center for Performing Arts. (Performance - Musical). 972-744-4650
8:00 pm-
10:30 pm
The Garland Symphony Orchestra Presents: Season Premiere with Alfredo Arjona.
The GSO will be performing Chabrier's Espana and Ravel's Bolero! This performance will feature Alfredo Arjona performing Albeniz… The Patty Granville Performing Arts Center. (Arts - Concerts). 972-926-0611

Sports

8:00 am-
10:00 pm
American Drag Racing League's World Finals VIII.
Seven all-professional, eighth-mile drag racing classes: Summit Racing Equipment Top Sportsman, Aeromotive Fuel Systems Pro Modi… Texas Motorplex. (Sports - Car Racing). 972-878-2641
8:00 pmStockyards Championship Rodeo.
Traditional rodeo events including bull riding, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, tie down roping, team roping, breakaway ro… Cowtown Coliseum. (Sports - Rodeo). 817-625-1025

For Children

7:00 pmThe Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
Mark Twain's beloved novel comes to life in this new adaptation of the classic coming-of-age story. Casa Manana. (Kids Theater). 817-332-2272
7:15 pmAn Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.
Experience some of Edgar Allan Poe's most memorable works such as The Tell-Tale Heart and The Raven. Even hear from Poe himself… Plano Children's Theatre. (Kids Theater). 972-422-2575

Business

6:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Big Android BBQ.
The Big Android BBQ is the world's preeminent mobile technology conference for Android developers and enthusiasts alike. Dallas Metro Area. (Business - Conference).

Community

 Occupy Dallas.
Join protestors supporting people over profits as part of the national movement that began as Occupy Wall Street on Sept. 17th.… Pioneer Plaza. (Community - Organization). 214-939-2724

Miscellaneous

7:00 am-
10:00 pm
Fly A Sim.
Everyone gets the exciting opportunity to fly a real jet simulator! Flights offer full motion, sound and visuals. Gift Certific… Flight Safety Learning Center. (Miscellaneous). 972-242-5999
7:30 pm-
9:30 pm
Laser Skate.
Ice skate to laser lights, great music and a DJ. Polar Ice House of Grapevine. (Miscellaneous). 972-874-1930

Dining Specials

8:00 pmMedieval Experience.
A beautiful fish-filled moat beneath the drawbridge will lead you to the auditorium where you will dine and view a jousting matc… Medieval Times. (Dining - Dinner Show). 214-761-1800

Nightlife

4:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Happy Hour with Kerrie.
For food and drink specials. Memphis Club and Shuck-n-Jive. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 972-386-9517
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Live music and drink specials.
Come out to Arthur's where you'll enjoy $1 off wine, beer and call drinks while listening to live music. Arthur's. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 972-385-0800
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Cowboys Red River Happy Hour.
No cover & $2 well, wine and select longnecks from 7-9pm. Subject to change on concert nights. 21 and older only - $8 cover char… Cowboys Red River. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 214-352-1796
9:00 pm-
2:00 am
Live Music.
Live music and a new band showcase each Wednesday night. Ridglea Theater. (Nightlife - Live Music). 817-738-9500
9:00 pm-
2:00 am
SHATTERED.
Every Friday at Syn Bar for the best in retro, industrial dance, classic goth & electro clash & video.18 & up welcome. No cover… Syn Bar. (Nightlife - Parties). 214-929-2323
 Cowboys Red River Live Music night.
Live music every night with James Hinds and 'Runnin Behind. Cowboys Red River. (Nightlife - Live Music). 214-352-1796
 Cowboys Nightclub Arlington No Cover Fridays.
No cover charge all night long. $1.50 well, wine and selected longnecks from 7-11pm. Subject to change on concert nights. 21 and… Cowboys in Arlington. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 817-265-5819
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