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Visiting Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex

Dallas - called the Big D for good reason. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is the largest metro region in Texas and the south. Communities including Arlington, Denton, Irving and Plano surround Dallas Fort Worth International Airport making it one of America’s busiest. Famous for sports teams including the Cowboys, Mavericks and Texas Rangers, the list now features MLS FC Dallas, NHL’s Dallas Stars and Women’s Football Alliance Dallas Diamonds. As area universities like SMU in University Park, UTD in Richardson and UTA in Arlington break for summer, you know it’s the season for sports, events and activities.

Spring Football? Absolutely, the Dallas Diamonds season is short but sweet, running from the April's opener through the final regular season game June 9th, against Austin. With several world championships behind them, the Women’s Football Alliance 2012 Dallas Diamonds defend their dynasty on the field in Bedford. Pennington Field is home turf for the Diamonds – hop on Interstate Texas Highway 183 W to Bedford for women’s football action.

Dallas area soccer and baseball fans have a full summer of sports ahead. The Texas Ranges, all warmed up from spring training, begin regular season play in April. Home field for the Rangers is Arlington’s Rangers Ballpark. Looking for autographs? Arrive early - players and coaches sign for guests until 45 minutes before game time. Hungry? The Texas Rangers offer All-You-Can-Eat-Seating in the upper home run porch. Get your fill of unlimited baseball game fare, starting at the gate's opening until well after play ends. America’s favorite pastime is at its best with the Texas Rangers at home in Arlington.

The MLS FC Dallas are well into 2012 regular season play, with matches scheduled well into October. Home field for FC Dallas is the FC Dallas Stadium in Frisco, north of downtown Dallas off the Dallas North Tollway S. In addition to regular matches, FC Dallas Stadium hosts summer events including the 2012 King Tut Youth Soccer Tournament July 20th through 22nd, and the 2012 Adult Summer Showdown, August 20 through the 22nd. It is Soccer season this summer in greater Dallas.

Rodeo fans take Interstate 30 east to Mesquite for summertime rodeo excitement. The 2012 Mesquite ProRodeo begins June 1st, featuring professional rodeo events each Friday and Saturday night through August. Celebrating the 55th season of the Mesquite ProRodeo, gather the family for the excitement of traditional rodeo events, including mutton bustin’and Dash-for Cash for the kids. Formerly Resistol Arena, events are held at Mesquite Arena on Rodeo Drive.

Automobile racing fans, don’t miss a visit to Texas Motor Speedway north of Fort Worth, off Interstate 35W. Home to two of the largest sporting events in Texas, TMS hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup Series events in April and November. In addition, summer visitors see the Firestone Twin 275s June 7th through 9th, at the speedway and the 2012 US National Dirt Track Championship, September 14th and 15th.

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Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex Events

May 2013

May 24 & 25, 2013
Texas Tea Music Festival

The 2013 Texas Tea Music Fest is a multistage music event held in Denton – part of the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area. Artists include Little Texas, Buddu Mullin, and Kat Moore Band.

May 31 – June 1, 2013
Dog Days of Denton 2013

Join the 20th year celebration of the Dog Days of Denton, held in Denton and part of the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area. Held at Quakertown Park, events include Canine Courture Costume Contest, Yappy Hour, and the Dallas Dog n’ Disc show.

June 15, 2013
2013 Denton Airshow

The 2013 Denton Air Show, held at the Denton Enterprise Airport, is civilian aerobatic performers showing off their skills with classic and vintage aircraft. Just $10 for entry – and kids 6 and under get in free.

June 2013

June 28, 2013
New Kids on the Block

Former 90s heartthrobs will be joined by fellow romantics Boyz II Men and 98 Degrees at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The nostalgia sets in at 7:30 P.M.

July 2013

July 1, 2013
LL Cool J with Ice Cube

Two of modern rap's founding fathers, both of whom have found much acting success on screens big and small, will perform at the Verizon Theater in Grand Prairie. Doors open at 7:30 P.M.

July 2013

July 6, 2013
The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour Starring Beyonce

The former Destiny's Child star and wife of hip hop kingpin Sean "Jay-Z" Carter spends very little time out of the limelight. Beyonce will perform at the American Airlines Center in Dallas at 8 P.M.

August 2013

August 16, 2013
Lil Wayne w/ T.I.

The rappers, whose highly publicized legal trouble only help cultivate their rough-and-tumble personas, will fill the Gexa Engergy Pavillion in Dallas. Doors open at 7 P.M.

September 2013

September 29, 2013
Dallas Fall Designer Fashion Show 2013

Held at Lofty Spaces in Dallas, the event features more than just struts down a catwalk. Vendors will provide attendees with goodies and accessories. The fun starts at 10 A.M.

September 7, 2013
Lakewood Summer Arts Faire

With over a thousand attendees expected, the fair offers fine arts, crafts, local food and live music at Lakewood United Methodist Church in Dallas. Things get started at 10 A.M.

November 2013

November 16, 2013
Pink

The P!NK: The Truth About Love Tour stops at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, where she will perform her countless hit songs of sass and empowerment. Doors open at 7:30 P.M.