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Arlington, Texas: "Fun Central"

If you are looking for a destination that has everything, then look no further than Arlington, Texas. Given the catchy moniker, “Fun Central,” Arlington is everything and more.
Take Me Out to the Ballpark
The city is home to the Texas Rangers baseball club. Ameriquest Field is a beautiful sight to behold. With its dark-red brick-and-granite exterior and exposed steel girders recalling the classic stadiums from the early part of last century, stepping into Ameriquest Field is a trip back to a golden era of baseball.
The almost 50,000-seat baseball stadium is completely state-of-the-art. Inside you will find Legends of the Game Baseball Museum, Rawlings All-American Grille, a children’s learning center, home-run porch in right field, a four -story office tower inside the stadium, a nearby 12-acre lake and a kid’s diamond.
Top Attractions
For one-of-a-kind fun and excitement, head to the undisputed king of all family theme parks, Six Flags Over Texas. Rides are numerous and thrilling. You will encounter: Titan, The Texas Giant, Batman the Ride, Mr. Freeze, Superman Tower of Power, Judge Roy Scream, Roaring Rapids, Looney Tunes USA, Casa Magnetica, SpongeBob Squarepants in 4-D and much more.
Experience the all-new ‘Tony Hawk’s Big Spin’ spinning coaster. This twirling and turning coaster spins in different directions with four riders encountering a series of twisted maneuvers similar to what Tony Hawk experiences when he skateboards!
In July, Six Flags Over Texas also brings back an exclusive, world-class spectacle of lights, sounds, imagery and unprecedented showmanship in the original production Cirque Dreams Coobrila. You’ll be amazed, mesmerized and electrified by the park’s stage extravaganza. Every performance is so different, it will keep visitors coming back for more…and after a day at Six Flags, visit Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the largest water park in North Texas!
This incredible attraction is 45 acres of wet ‘n wild adventures just waiting to cool you down. Ready for excitement? Enjoy a thrilling ride like Sea Wolf, or visit the mysterious Black Hole, the exhilirating Banzai Boggin, or Bubba Tub’s big splash. Don’t forget to ride the ultimate storm, Tornado, or just sit back and take a relaxing float down the Lazy River.
Shop til You Drop
With a total of 80 tenants, Lincoln Square offers 15 restaurants and fine furnishing such as Pier 1 Imports, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Gap, Steinmart, Ann Taylor Loft and Talbots.
Housed in a tastefully-designed modern, three-story structure, The Parks at Arlington offers an upscale mall experience boasting shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities with some 200 stores. There is an AMC 18 cineplex, Ice at the Parks which is a state-of-the-art NHL-sized skating rink, as well as a children’s carousel.
Traders Village in Grand Prairie, Texas opened in 1973, and is spread over 120 acres, with more than 3,500 dealers, every weekend. Over three million people browse, buy and trade in this open-air bargain hunters’ paradise each year. It’s the largest weekend flea market in Texas... where you’ll find tires & tools, army surplus & electronics, comics & cards, crafts & collectible, silk plants & flowers, truck accessories, jewelry, furniture, clothing, garage sale bargains & more! So come for the shopping, or just for the fun of it.
History Buffs
The city has some unique venues covering history, art and more. Head to the Arlington Museum of Art, where a recent $1 million renovation makes it even more pleasurable to peruse the state’s only collection focused exclusively on Texas contemporary art.
Rough-hewn types will savor the hardcore Western art of the Frontier Gallery, a licensee of the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, featuring limited edition prints, sculpture, Western memorabilia and collectibles.
Don’t forget to visit the Fielder Museum as well. This prairie-style home built in 1914 was once home of Arlington community leader James Park Fielder. Permanent exhibits include turn-of-the-century barbershop, general store, bedroom, basement with root cellar that includes laundry and train exhibit.
Nightlife and More
The city again has something for everyone. If you are looking for country, rock ‘n roll, dance clubs, sports bars, or even jazz clubs, then Arlington is the place to be. Be sure and stop by the Arlington Music Hall which is a 1,200-seat auditorium with slanted floor for maximum visibility. The Hall is famous as the home of Johnnie High’s Country Music Revue, a high-energy variety show featuring a seven-member house band, back-up singers and 20-25 performers playing styles that range from western swing to big band. The Hall is where country superstar LeAnn Rimes got her start and has hosted the likes of Lee Ann Womack, Gary Morris and Box Car Willie.
For more information on the Arlington area, contact the Arlington CVB at (800) 433-5374 or www.arlington.org.



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