Food, funk and fun times for the whole family. Whether you're catching a concert from a Grammy Award-winning artist or a show in Fort Worth, here are five events to check out this weekend.
MARCH 23 | BASS PERFORMANCE HALL
A paw-some adventure awaits as Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and all their friends hit the stage at Bass Performance Hall! Join the beloved Blue Heeler pup, Bluey, in “Bluey’s Big Play” – a theatrical event filled with laughter, surprises and heartwarming moments for the whole family. Watch the magic unfold as Bluey and her pals embark on a wild and imaginative journey, bringing the TV sensation to life in a way you’ve never seen before. Don’t miss out on the tail-wagging fun with this unforgettable family experience!
MARCH 24 | DALLAS
Experience the soulful flavors of the South at the Dallas Soul Food Festival! Featuring over 30 vendors from Dallas, Houston, Austin and more, prepare your taste buds for a feast like no other that pays homage to the roots of Southern cooking. From pork chops, oxtails, fried chicken and barbecue to funnel cake, turkey legs, tacos and fish, every entree tells a story and every bite harkens back to tradition. Bring your appetite, your friends and your family, because the delicacies of Southern cuisine are all here at the Dallas Soul Food Festival!
MARCH 24 | WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE
Hello darkness, my old friend. With over 100 million albums sold since 1965, Simon & Garfunkel’s story is as iconic as it is timeless. Now you can experience their journey from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to becoming one of the most successful folk-rock duos of all time. From “Mrs. Robinson” to "Bridge Over Troubled Water," this musical journey brings the past to life through stunning projected visuals and impeccable renditions of their all-time classics. Don’t miss this extraordinary tribute that resonates with the heart, soul and sound of silence.
MARCH 24-25 | AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER
The Queen of Pop is back, and she’s bringing her irresistible sense of style with her. For over four decades, Madonna has ignited the world with the most controversial and dynamic shows ever conceived, selling out nearly every tour within a matter of seconds. Now her newest tour will celebrate the music that defined generations, from her self-titled debut album to “Madame X” released in 2019. Whether she’s singing “Take A Bow,” “Vogue” or “Like A Prayer,” you won’t have to justify your love for the Material Girl while you’re a part of the Celebration Tour.
MARCH 26 | WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE
WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE | It’s time to turn into “World Music Radio,” because Grammy award-winning artist Jon Batiste is coming to Dallas! As the former bandleader for “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” Batiste has previously won Album of the Year for “We Are” and an Academy Award for composing music for Pixar’s “Soul.” This virtuoso pianist and multi-instrumentalist combines jazz, R&B, soul and hip-hop to weave an intricate tapestry of music and rhythm that you can’t help but tap your feet to. With a genre-defying sound and a deep love for the universal language of music, Jon Batiste will have everyone feeling nice and easy.