June 28, 2024

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Attend these Fourth of July events

Fireworks light up the sky as the closing entertainment for Kaboom Town in Addison, TX. | ravedelay, via Wikimedia Commons

Ignite your independence — Dallas will host Fourth of July events and activities across the city. Here are a few to keep in mind.

Independence Day Celebration | Klyde Warren Park | Saturday, June 29 | 7 p.m.
This annual free event will feature patriotic music, food, and activities for the whole family.

Red, White, & You | Garland City Square | Wednesday, July 3 | 5 p.m.
Expect food, activities, and live performances by country singers Randall King and Jon Stork.

Sensory Sensitive 4th of July Celebration | The Sound at Cypress Waters | Wednesday, July 3 | 6 p.m.
Individuals who are sensitive to noise can participate in a new LED bracelet experience, the Star Spangled Glow. The bracelets will synchronize to a dazzling light display. Note: This is a free event, however, it is highly recommended to RSVP.

Kaboom Town | Addison Circle Park | Wednesday, July 3 | 5 p.m.
Fun fact: Addison’s Fourth of July celebration is rated one of the Top 10 Independence Day fireworks displays by USA Today. See what all the hype is about — general admission starts at $10; kids under two get in free.

Star-Spangled Spectacular | Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center | Thursday, July 4 | 6 p.m.
Enjoy live music by the Dallas Winds, indoor fireworks, and activities for all ages. Tickets range from $26 to $82.

Fair Park Fourth | Fair Park | Thursday, July 4 | 4:30 p.m.
South Dallas is Fourth of July ready. From local market vendors to hands-on kid-friendly activities and entertainment, this fun-filled night will end with fireworks inside the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium. Pro tip: Take the DART Green Line to Fair Park Station and avoid traffic and parking.

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Events

Friday, June 28

Community Pantry Day | Friday, June 28 | 9 a.m. | Dallas College food pantries, Multiple locations | Free| Supplies range from snacks and meals to diapers, and community members may take home up to five free clothing items a month.

Saturday, June 29

Art in the Park | Saturday, June 29 | 11 a.m. | Leonhardt Lagoon at Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave., Dallas | Free | Learn new artistic techniques with artist Karla Ceballo.
Neil deGrasse Tyson | Saturday, June 29 | 7:30 p.m. | AT&T Performing Arts Center, 2403 Flora St., Dallas | $50-$90 | Learn from the famous astrophysicist as he discusses recent scientific breakthroughs.
$5 Fridays at Galleria Dallas | Friday, June 28 | 10 a.m. | Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas | $5-$10 | Every Friday in June, guests can enjoy $5 admission to the rink along with $5 skate rentals.

Monday, July 1

Mixology Mondays at The Parlor | Monday, July 1 | 5-6 p.m. | Sheraton Dallas Hotel, 400 North Olive St., Dallas | $30 | Mixology Mondays classes are hosted weekly at The Parlor, inside Sheraton Dallas, from 5-6 pm.

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News Notes

Community

A new affordable housing development is opening in Oak Lawn for older adults 55 and older who identify as LGBTQ+. The complex will feature 84 high-quality rental units. Oak Lawn Place will open its doors at 5723 Sadler Circle in July. (Dallas Observer)

Biz

Local Latina-owned brand Malcriadas Collective will be launching a new collection with Foot Locker. The collection, “Chrome Angels”, will feature Chicano-inspired apparel. This isn’t the first time the brand has collaborated with Foot Locker. In 2022, the brand also had its “Home Grown” collection. (Dallas Morning News)

Stat

Dallas’s annual satisfaction survey reported that 63% of residents feel the city is a good place to live. Even though residents are happy, they are still worried about affordable housing, city maintenance, and police services within the city. (D Magazine)

Travel

According to a new report, TSA officers collected more than $155 daily at the DFW Airport in 2023. This totaled to a whopping $57K in loose change. In 2024, passengers have so far left nearly $230 a day. (WFAA)

Food

Ten savory and 14 sweet food concessionaries will compete for top prizes in the annual Big Tex Choice Awards. From Deep Fried Crispy Vietnamese Crepes to Cookie Butter Nachos, the selections are definitely unique. (WFAA)

Sports

How are the Mavericks preparing for next season? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Mavericks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Finance

Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

Outdoors

Take a hike 🥾

A field of colorful pink, red, orange, and white wildflowers in bloom.

Hiking in the springtime means views like this here in central Texas — this photo was taken near Lake Grapevine. | Photo by MarcEGottlieb via Wikimedia Commons

Our city has various options to hit the trail. So lace up your hiking boots, because we’ve compiled a hiking guide for you.

Key: Easy = 🥾| Moderate = 🥾🥾 | Hard = 🥾🥾🥾

Dallas

Cedar Ridge Outer Loop, Cedar Ridge Preserve

Difficulty: 🥾🥾
Length: 5.5-mile loop
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pet-friendly: Yes, leash required

Katy Trail, Downtown Dallas

Difficulty: 🥾
Length: 3.5-mile point to point
Wheelchair accessible: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes, leash required

Fort Worth

Loughridge Lake South Shore Loop, Hidden Lake Rd.

Difficulty: 🥾
Length: 0.9-mile loop
Wheelchair accessible: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes, leash required

Lone Wolf Loop, Marion Sansom Park

Difficulty: 🥾🥾
Length: 3.6-mile loop
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pet-friendly: Yes, leash required

Check out FTWtoday’s hiking guide for a full roundup.

See the full list of Dallas trails

The Wrap

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