Things to do in Dallas this weekend: February 23-25

Things To Do In DFW This Weekend: Feb. 23-25

There are several events and activities you can do this weekend, including visiting a brand new surf spot, check out some of the best racers on two wheels, an auto show for all and a chance to show off your running ability.

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

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North Texas Auto Expo drives into town this weekend

There's a huge auto show coming to Dallas this weekend. Good Day's Steve Noviello takes you inside the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for a preview of the exhibits, which include an EV test track.

North Texas Auto Expo at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center
Car lovers, this is for you! You can check out all kinds of cars and even take some on a test drive on the EV Indoor Test Track.
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Bluey's Big Play at the Majestic Theatre
Your kids' favorite Australian family is coming to life at the Majestic Theatre. Bluey's Big Play features puppets for a live version of the award-winning TV series. The stage show will has performances Friday through Sunday.
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Dino exhibit comes to Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Prepare for a Jurassic journey at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Dinosaurs are coming to life in an new exhibit. Good Day's Hanna Battah got a preview.

Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden
See animatronic dinosaurs up close at this new exhibit! Dinosaurs Around the World will stay open through May 30. The exhibit was created with world-renowned dinosaur paleontologist Dr. Gregory M. Erickson to put together a great experience for the whole family. The exhibit is included with general admission at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden.
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Friday, Feb. 23

Ticketstock at Plano Event Center
The celebration of the station that changed sports radio in DFW is this weekend in Plano. The 30th annual event will have live shows and appearances by Mike Modano, DaRon Bland, Christopher ‘Kid’ Reid and more! The fun will be this Friday and Saturday.
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Texas To-Do List: Fireside Surf

Fireside Surf is bringing the surf lifestyle to North Texas. The Texas To-Do List checks out the new surf park in The Colony.

Fireside Surf in The Colony
You don't need to go to the beach to surf! Fireside Surf in The Colony is opening at Grandscape on Friday.
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Phillip Phillips at the Longhorn Ballroom
The former American Idol star will be performing at the Longhorn Ballroom this weekend. His new tour is in support of his album 'Drift Back', which was released last summer. Remy Reilly will also perform. The show will begin at 8 p.m.
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Saturday, Feb. 24

Cowtown Marathon events kick off with health expo

Cowtown Marathon events begin Friday ahead of the races that start on Saturday. FOX 4's Paige Ellenberger reports live in Fort Worth with a preview of the health and wellness expo happening at the Amon Carter Exhibit Hall.

Cowtown Marathon in Fort Worth
More than 100,000 people will run in this weekend's Cowtown Marathon. Six races are planned for Saturday including a 10K and 5Ks for adults and kids. All of the races begin and end on Gendy Street and go through areas in Fort Worth like the Stockyards, TCU’s campus, and around the Colonial Country Club.
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Monster Energy Supercross comes to AT&T Stadium

The world's best two-wheel racers are at AT&T Stadium this weekend for a night of nonstop action. Good Day's Hanna Battah got a Monster Energy Supercross preview.

Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at AT&T Stadium
The world's best racers on two wheels come to AT&T Stadium in Arlington this weekend. Gates open at 11 a.m. and the racing gets underway at 6 p.m.
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Erykah Badu at The Factory
Grammy winner and Dallas native Erykah Badu is hosting her yearly birthday bash at The Factory in Deep Ellum. The 'Level 53 Final Boss' celebration will be held in honor of her 53rd birthday. You may even be able to get a special ride on the Badu Bus to get there.
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FC Dallas Season Opener at Toyota Stadium
FC Dallas is kicking off a new season at Toyota Stadium this Saturday. FC Dallas will take on the San Jose Earthquakes at 7:30 p.m.
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Dallas Blooms at the Dallas Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum is ready for spring, even though it's only February. The Dallas Blooms event showcases 500,000 spring blooming bulbs. This year, the theme is ‘A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words', so you'll definitely want to bring your camera.
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Sunday, Feb. 25

'Lonesome Blues' one-man musical coming to Deep Ellum

Jay Dontray Davis and Akin Babatunde sit down with Good Day to talk about the show 'Lonesome Blues.' The show celebrates the life and accomplishments of Blind Lemon Jefferson who was discovered on a street corner in Deep Ellum in 1925.

'Lonesome Blues' at Club Dada
The show celebrating the life and accomplishments of Blind Lemon Jefferson opens this Sunday. The blues legend was discovered in Deep Ellum and made 80 records before his death.
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Sports items, Beatles memorabilia to be autctioned

The auctions, which includes sports memorabilia and Beatles merchandise is expected to set several world records this weekend.

Winter Platinum Night Sports Auction at Heritage Auctions
Baseball cards, championship rings and more are going up for sale this weekend. The online bidding will be hosted by Dallas-based Heritage Auctions this weekend. Items will be on sale Saturday and Sunday.
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