Spend the last full month of summer having fun at these events.
July 8 | Dos Equis Pavilion
Texas native Park McCollum is headed back to the Lone Star State as an award winner. The rising country star won two 2022 awards — an ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year and a CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year with his certified gold hit “To Be Loved By You.” Don’t miss your chance to see this gold chain cowboy with the best hats and smoothest voice.
July 14 | Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory
Good ol’ boy Jon Pardi kicks off his Ain’t Always The Cowboy tour (named after his hit song of the same name) in Irving this month! Sing along to singles such as “Last Night Lonely,” “Fill ‘Er Up,” “Dirt On My Boots,” “Tequila Little Time” and “Heartache Medication.” His smooth vocals and laidback country sound will make you want to slip into your most comfortable cowboy boots, twirl your girl and drink an ice-cold beer in the Texas heat.
July 15 | Texas Trust CU Theatre
One of your favorite celebrities is hiding behind a cuddly, sparkly or creepy costume — and only their voice will give them away in “The Masked Singer Live!” The hit FOX TV show is going on tour for the first time this summer after a two-year delay. You’ll recognize many of the costumed characters on stage hiding surprising celebrity guests. Dazzling costumes, entertaining performances and sweet prizes will make this a night to remember!
July 15 | Legacy Hall
Shell necklaces, spiky hair, polo shirts, fake tans and all the sequins! Head back to the glorious world of the early aughts this month, where your biggest problems were debating on NSYNC and Backstreet Boys or catching the latest episode of “The O.C.” This year’s Pop 2000 tour will feature Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC (“Bye Bye Bye”), O-Town (“All Or Nothing”), Ryan Cabrera (“On The Way Down”) and LFO (“Summer Girls”). It’s a great time to chillax with your favorite pop stars of the past.
July 16 | Arlington Music Hall
Aaron Carter has grown up since his “I Want Candy” days, but his music is just as addictive as ever, even if it is a little less cutesy. The multi-platinum pop star is going on tour and releasing his first rap album in over 15 years, featuring the hit song “She Just Wanna Ride.” The 2000s heartthrob dropped his first album in 1997, selling 10 million copies worldwide and racking up four consecutive Top 10 singles. With 75 million streams and fans all around the world, you’ll want to come and get it over at Aaron’s party.
Too Hot To Handle 5K, 10K And Half
July 16 | Dallas
Texans don’t let a little thing like triple-digit temperatures stop them from enjoying the summer. Get out and sweat it out at the Too Hot To Handle 5K, 10K and half-marathon taking place in the heat of midsummer. After running through the fast, flat courses, cool off with ice-cold water and towels, then head to the after-party. There will be free Yuengling beer flights, Beyond Meat eats and music from DJ Dame to help you dance the night away at White Rock Lake.
July 22 | House Of Blues
YouTube personality Jack Douglass, widely known for his channel Jacksfilms, is stepping away from the screen for a live tour across the nation. He’s turned his iconic YIAY (Yesterday I Asked You) series into a live game show. Audience members will submit their funniest answers to questions like “What’s the last thing you’d want to hear from your Uber driver?,” then vote on their favorite responses. Once the champions are selected, they’ll compete against Jack on stage to try and get the best laughs from the audience.
July 23 | Dallas
Twenty years ago, one of the most delicious margaritas was invented by Mi Cocina — the Mambo Taxi. Now, this ideal summer drink will be your motivation for participating in the Mambo Miles 5K! The course is at Klyde Warren Park near the brand-new uptown Mi Cocina restaurant. After crossing the finish line, celebrate by sipping on the sweet drink while hanging out at the after-party with a tequila garden, live music, food trucks and more!
July 30 | AT&T Stadium
Cowboy hats and scuffed-up boots. Music that you can feel in your bones. Singing, dancing, laughing and having fun in the heat of summer. Garth Brooks’ concerts are known for all of these things and more, and you can experience it all for yourself this July. With his last Dallas appearance in 2015, this will be Garth’s first time back in North Texas in seven years and his first time headlining in AT&T Stadium at all. You’ll fall in love with his country-pop-rock infusion with vintage singles like “The Thunder Rolls,” “Friends In Low Places,” “Ain’t Going Down,” “More Than A Memory” and “The Dance.” And contemporary hits will have your boots tapping with the likes of “Message In A Bottle,” “Party Gras” and “That’s What Cowboys Do.” If you’re looking for a fun time, then boy, have you found it.
July 31 | American Airlines Center
In 2009, a group of Frisco residents and former Texas A&M University roommates created an entertainment group based on their two loves: sports and comedy. That was the day that Dude Perfect was born. Made up of Tyler Toney, twins Cory and Coby Cotton, Garrett Hilbert and Cody Jones, Dude Perfect has amassed over 57 million YouTube subscribers throughout their 12-year career. Widely known for their hilarious trick-shot videos, you can see them live for the That’s Happy Summer Tour, where the Dudes will perform stunts, compete against each other in funny battles and tell hilarious stories.
July 31 | Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory
Twenty-five years have passed since Third Eye Blind was formed, and the alternative rock group is celebrating with the Summer Gods tour. Dance under the stars, soak up the warm night air and enjoy the freedom that only summer can bring. You’ll love all of the hit singles this group has under their belt, from “Semi-Changed Life” and “Never Let You Go” to “Jumper” and “How’s It Going To Be.” Featuring new music from the 2021 album “Our Band Apart,” you’ll love experiencing all that Third Eye Blind has to bring to your summer.
August 3 | Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory
Big Time Rush is going on tour for the first time since getting back together! Band members Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson and Carlos PenaVega met on a Nickelodeon TV show in 2009 and became global superstars when they formed a real-life band. After performing around the world, the “Famous” singers split up in 2013 before reuniting in 2020, receiving more than 10 million streams online. With new music like “Not Giving You Up” and “Call It Like I See It,” you’ll experience your own big-time rush when you come to this highly anticipated tour!
August 5 | Dos Equis Pavilion
Dierks Bentley wants you to come on down to Dallas for his Beers On Me Tour, and it’s the next best thing to throwing back a cold one with him at a bar. This CMA and ACM award winner has 20 No. 1 songs and over 6.4 billion streams throughout his career. Get ready for a good time with hits like “What Was I Thinkin’,” “Come A Little Closer,” “Lots Of Leavin’ Left To Do,” “Drunk On A Plane” and “Gone,” among many others. The “Beers On Me” singer is saving you a seat, and if you don’t come through, then buddy, that’s on you!