Spring might still be a month away, but this coming weekend full of sports, concerts and music is turning up the heat! Here are five events that you won’t want to miss.
FEBRUARY 8
CSHS BASEBALL COMPLEX | The Dragon Youth baseball season is kicking off the spring season with the annual Dragon Palooza celebration. The kickoff event will be held at Dragon Ballpark at 1 p.m. and feature a Home Run Derby at 12:15 p.m. at the Lady Dragon softball field and a baseball alumni game at 1 p.m. at Dragon Ballpark. There will also be free clinics for youth baseball players ages 4-14, a silent auction, player autographs, vendors and apparel.
FEBRUARY 7-23
THEATRE ARINGTON | Now is your chance to step inside the vibrant world of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award-winning musical “In the Heights,” performed by Theatre Arlington. The story centers on bodega owner Usnavi and his hopes of returning to the Dominican Republic to restore his father’s legacy and build the life of his dreams. You’ll be dancing in your seat to the blended beats of hip-hop, salsa, merengue and soul.
FEBRUARY 8
COLLEYVILLE CENTER | A Valentine’s Day-themed workout offers a perfect opportunity for mood-boosting self-care with loved ones. This free community event at the Colleyville Center features a fun and festive yoga class and Valentine’s treats courtesy of Inspire Yoga - Colleyville. This upbeat class will leave you feeling recharged and rejuvenated.
Ages 12 and up.
FEBRUARY 1-9
THE FORD CENTER AT THE STAR | You’ll feel the “Love” this February with tickets to the Dallas Open. As an ATP 500-level tournament with over $2.8 million in prize money, this exclusive event attracts men’s top world tennis players in both singles and doubles. With past competitors including John McEnroe, Pete Sampras, Andy Roddick and Andy Murray, you can expect the best men’s tennis has to offer.
AIN’T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS
FEBRUARY 11-16
BASS HALL | “Get Ready” to dance in your seat to the soulful melodies and smooth harmonies of chart-topping R&B group The Temptations. The Tony Award-winning Broadway smash-hit “Ain’t Too Proud” tells the story of one of America's most beloved male vocal groups, from their beginnings in Detroit to their induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.