Things to do in Dallas this weekend: April 21-23

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There is plenty to do in and around Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend.

Each week, FOX 4 will update viewers and readers on Things to Do in Dallas-Fort Worth and what to expect from the weather. Download the FOX 4 News App, follow FOX 4 on social media channels for weekly updates.

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Friday, April 21

Main Street Arts Festival showcases incredible talent

The annual Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival is known for its trailblazing artists as the third-ranked fine arts event in the country. Good Day talked to Jeribai Andrew-Jaja, who won Best in Show as a first-time entry at the festival this year. His photorealistic technique is truly amazing.

Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival
The 36th edition of the Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival is happening this weekend. The downtown celebration filled with art, food and music starts this Thursday and runs through Sunday. The vent is free with music on Main Street and a Fine Art Showcase. There is also activities for the kids!
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Bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs to perform in Arlington

Ricky Skaggs, a 15-time Grammy winner known as the Ambassador of Bluegrass, is coming to North Texas this week for a concert. He talked to Good Day about the show Friday in Arlington.

Ricky Skaggs at the Arlington Music Hall
Bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs will be performing this Friday in Arlington. The 15-time Grammy winner is performing at the Arlington Music Hall at 8 p.m with Kentucky Thunder.
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Southern African-based art displayed in Fair Park

Some of the most notable Southern African-based artists have their work on display now in Dallas. The Southern African Contemporary Masterworks exhibit opens Thursday at the African American Museum in Fair Park.

Southern African Art at Fair Park
See artwork from some of the most notable Southern African-based artists at the worldwide debut of the display called "If You Look Hard Enough, You Can See Our Future" at the African American Museum in Fair Park. The free exhibit opens on Thursday and remains open until Sunday, August 13th. It features 90 pieces that have never been seen together before.
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Invited Celebrity Classic underway in Irving

Tony Romo, DeMarcus Ware, Mike Modano, and Pudge Rodriguez are among the big names hitting the links at a free golf tournament that's happening now in Irving. FOX 4's Dan Godwin had details on the Invited Celebrity Classic.

Invited Celebrity Classic at Las Colinas Country Club
A golf tournament for a great cause. Tony Romo, Emmitt Smith, DeMarcus Ware, Pudge Rodriguez, Mike Modano, Larry the Cable Guy and more will be participating in the three-day event. It is free to attuned for the public, and all proceeds will go to First Tee of Greater Dallas, First Tee of Fort Worth and the Momentous Institute. Last year the event raised $200,000, but organizers hope they will double the donations this year.
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Radney Foster at the Texan Theater in Greenville
Texas singer-songwriter Radney Foster is performing a series of shows across the Lone Star State. Tickets for his show in Greenville on Friday are on sale now. Foster will play his solo album "Del Rio, TX 1959" from top to bottom and even play some new songs.
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Saturday, April 22

City of Cockrell Hill opens new park honoring the late Stevie Ray Vaughan

A new park opens up this weekend in North Texas dedicated to the life and legacy of one of the greatest guitarists of all time: Stevie Ray Vaughan. The park is in Cockrell Hill, where he started his iconic career.

Stevie Ray Vaughan Park ribbon cutting in Cockrell Hill
Celebrate the opening of a new park dedicated to the life and legacy of Oak Cliff and Cockrell Hill native Stevie Ray Vaughan. The park features decorative walls with murals of the famous guitarist. The ribbon cutting celebration will be held from 2 to 9 p.m., and there will be a music festival complete with an SRV Tribute Band. Vaughan's family is planning to attend the event.
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Stomp Wars return to North Texas

It's crunch time to prepare for the 16th annual Stomp Wars happening this Saturday in Garland. The national youth step competition provides college scholarships and community grants for many young dancers.

Stomp Wars in Garland
Even though the Warriors and Kings are playing Saturday night, the real Stomp Wars will be in Garland. The 16th annual youth step competition will be held at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland. $100,000 in prize money, college scholarships and community grants will be handed out this weekend.
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Earth Day expo at Fair Park offers family fun

An event billed as the world's largest green gathering opens at Fair Park on Friday. EarthX includes lots of interactive education, outdoor activities, entertainment, art, music, and food. Good Day's Hanna Battah got a preview.

EarthXExpo at Fair Park
Celebrate Earth Day at the "World's Largest Green Gathering." The EarthXExpo comes to the Centennial Building in Fair Park this Friday through Sunday. This year's event includes documentaries, DJs, presentations, a half-pipe, VR experiences and more. There are more than 700 exhibits, 5 public stages, 450 speakers and more.
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Shred Day: These are the things you should be shredding

Shred Day is coming up on Saturday. It's a time to help securely destroy and recycle sensitive documents. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello shares some do's and don'ts when it comings to shredding.

Shred Day at Mercer Business Park in Dallas
Have some documents you need to get rid of? Shred them for free at the Comerica Bank and Iron Mountain Shred Day this Saturday. The shredders will be fired up from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Mercer Business Park on the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and 635. FOX 4 is a sponsor of the event.
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Learn about living with disabilities at unique community event

North Texas is home to a unique disability awareness program called To Be Like Me. It shines a light on the positive impact of inclusion and at the same time, empowers people living with disabilities by providing employment and a platform to share their stories.

Community Day at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital
Learn about the life experiences of people around you. At this event you will be able to hear first-hand about people living with a variety of disabilities. You will hear from people with autism, mobility and limb differences, visual and hearing impairments, dyslexia and those with chromosome differences.
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Texas Pie Fest in Rockwall
Do you love pie? This is the event for you. There are plenty of pies to taste, plus baking and eating contests. The most exciting event of the day is probably the Pie Fight at 3 p.m.
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The Tex Factor: The Texas Music Mecca

The largest record store in Texas and one of the largest in America, Josey Records is leading a vinyl revolution. Take a tour of the store--and learn how it's carrying on the legacy of a record store pioneer.

Record Store Day at Joey Records and Music in Farmers Branch
Keep vinyl alive! This Saturday is Record Store Day, with several local record shops holding special celebrations for the big day. Josey Records and Music in Farmers Branch will have live music and more.
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Sunday, April 23

Immersive Disney experience opens in Dallas

You can see the movies, feel the magic and sing along to the Disney songs you love with a new Immersive Disney Animation experience that's open now at the Lighthouse Artspace in Dallas.

Immersive Disney Animation at Lighthouse ArtSpace
The people behind Immersive Van Gogh are bringing an exciting new display to Dallas. Immersive Disney lets your little ones go inside the world of Encanto, Zootopia, Frozen, Peter Pan, the Lion King and more. The giant projections will make your kids feel like they are in their favorite movies. The display goes up on April 20 and will remain up through September.
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PEMBERTON, BC - JULY 14: Comedian Maria Bamford speaks onstage during day 1 of Pemberton Music Festival on July 14, 2016 in Pemberton, Canada. (Photo by Andrew Chin/Getty Images )

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Maria Bamford at the Eisemann Center
Comedian Maria Bamford is in town this weekend in Richardson. You might recognize Bamford from her several TV appearances or her stand up comedy specials.
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Dallas Pizza Fest in Deep Ellum
This Sunday is the 5th Annual Dallas Pizza Fest in Deep Ellum. The celebration in the heart of the Deep Ellum District includes a $500 pizza eating contest, shows and performance, kids games, and pizza trucks.
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Dallas-Fort Worth Weekend Forecast

This weekend features a tale of two forecasts. After a cool start Saturday morning, we climb into the low 70s out ahead of a reinforcing cold front. That front looks to arrive through the second half of the day, bringing a few showers/rumbles back to the forecast, as well as, increasing cloud cover.

By Sunday, MUCH cooler air will be locked in as high temps struggle to get out of the upper 50s. We're also increasing shower coverage, too. Prepare for a cooler, somewhat soggy, end to the weekend!