Enjoyable issues to do in Dallas-Fort Worth for the week of Jan. 30-Feb. 5

LONI LOVE

Known for her fast wit and big-hearted humor, Loni Love has a comedic type that blends sharp social commentary, private storytelling and heat. A former electrical engineer, Love broke via as a comic on Star Search within the early 2000s and have become a fixture on reveals like Chelsea Lately earlier than successful an Emmy as a co-host of The Real. She’s constructed a profession on candid takes about relationships, work and the absurdities of on a regular basis life, delivered together with her trademark mixture of bluntness and appeal. Fans at her 18-and-up reveals in Irving can anticipate an brisk set that’s each refreshingly relatable and laugh-out-loud humorous.

Jan. 30 at 7:30 p.m., Jan. 31 at 7 and 9:15 p.m., and Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. at Punch Line Comedy Club in Irving. Tickets begin at $29. punchlineirving.com.

BLACK HISTORY AND CULTURE CELEBRATION

FREE The Dallas Museum of Art will kick off Black History Month a day early with this second annual celebration, a full day of artwork, music, storytelling and group outreach. The museum will honor the historical past, creativity and cultural impression of Black artists and innovators with artist talks, excursions, art-making actions, dwell music and extra. Check out the museum web site for a full schedule of occasions.

Jan. 31 from 11 a.m. to eight p.m. on the Dallas Museum of Art. Free. dma.org.

BILL BELLAMY

Bill Bellamy first got here to prominence on Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam on HBO and as a frequent presence on MTV, the place he served as a VJ and hosted a number of reveals, together with MTV Beach House and MTV Jams. He has additionally appeared in movies together with Love Jones, The Brothers, How to Be a Player and Any Given Sunday. For his standup act, Bellamy blends conversational storytelling with observational humor, usually drawing on his background in music and popular culture. His run of 18-and-up reveals in Addison will provide a shot of nostalgia for members of the MTV technology.

Jan. 30 at 7:30 and 9:45 p.m., Jan. 31 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. and Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. on the Addison Improv in Addison. Tickets begin at $49.94. improvtx.com/addison.

SHOWTIME SATURDAY: THE JUICEBOX JUKEBOX

FREE If you’re desperate to get the children out of the home, this weekly leisure collection at Galleria Dallas may help. The Juicebox Jukebox provides a enjoyable and academic musical efficiency, crammed with optimistic messages. Created by Dallas singer-songwriter Bradley James Skistimas, the Juicebox Jukebox has racked up tens of millions of views on YouTube with songs that concentrate on core topics and character-building themes. The present will likely be on Level 3 of the mall, close to the Play Place.

Jan. 31 at 11:30 a.m. at Galleria Dallas in Dallas. Free. galleriadallas.com.

GROUNDHOG DAY CELEBRATION

FREE This family-friendly celebration returns to Frisco’s Kaleidoscope Park for its second 12 months, with garden video games, actions, meals distributors and extra. Hands-on arts and crafts stations will let company create Groundhog Day-themed keepsakes, together with groundhog masks. New this 12 months, the park is introducing what it calls a “Texas groundhog,” with an look by a dwell armadillo. Guests can snap armadillo selfies in addition to images with Kaleidoscope Karla, the park’s groundhog mascot. Visitors are inspired to embrace the spirit of the celebration by dressing in Groundhog Day- or Texas-inspired apparel, from prime hats to cowboy hats.

Feb. 2 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Kaleidoscope Park in Frisco. Free. kaleidoscopepark.org.

NAPOLEON DYNAMITE LIVE! 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

The cult comedy hit Napoleon Dynamite had its theatrical launch within the United States in June 2004. But we’re celebrating the movie’s twentieth anniversary in 2026, as a result of, effectively, why not? Maybe Napoleon was busy consuming tater tots throughout math class. Jon Heder, who performed the socially awkward title character, will attend this particular screening and participate in a post-film dialogue, together with castmates Efren Ramirez (Pedro) and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico). They’ll inform behind-the-scenes tales, reply questions from followers and have a meet-and-greet with VIP ticket holders earlier than the present.

Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. at Arlington Music Hall in Arlington. $50.83-$174.31. eventbrite.com.

DALLAS ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS

Back for its third 12 months, this native awards ceremony will honor among the stalwarts of the North Texas music scene. Categories embrace Song of the Year, Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, with nominees together with Cure for Paranoia, Joshua Ray Walker, Winos, Remy Reilly and lots of different native favorites. The 18-and-up awards ceremony is the principle occasion, however a Feb. 1 meet-and-greet showcase can also be on the agenda, that includes performances by Smokey Mirror, Coach Tev, the Blue Line, Alex Irish, the Plum Boys and extra. That occasion will likely be Feb. 1 at 5 p.m. at The Kessler Theater in Dallas ($10 for basic admission, $25 for VIP at prekindle.com). Doublewide in Dallas will host the official afterparty, on Feb. 4 at 10 p.m. (no cowl cost).

Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. at The Bomb Factory in Deep Ellum. General admission (standing-room solely) is free, and seated balcony tickets are $15. dallasentertainmentawards.com.

STAN’S BLUE NOTE CHILI COOK-OFF

Stan’s Blue Note is popping up the warmth for “Great Bowls of Fire,” its 14th annual chili cook-off. Chili cooks from throughout North Texas will carry their greatest bowls and boldest flavors to compete for money prizes and bragging rights. Registration for chili rivals is $25 upfront or $30 the day of the cook-off at eventbrite.com. Along with some tasty chili, guests can anticipate raffles, door prizes, giveaways, drink specials and extra. Cash prizes will likely be awarded in two classes — People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice. This 12 months’s occasion will profit the Dallas nonprofit Amplified Minds, which gives free psychological well being providers, with a give attention to serving to creatives and repair business employees.

Feb. 1 from 2 to six p.m. at Stan’s Blue Note in Dallas. $10 donation to participate within the People’s Choice judging. stansbluenote.com.

FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW AND RODEO

This three-week occasion provides dwell music, a petting zoo, rodeos, livestock reveals, a carnival halfway, buying and extra. John Wayne: An American Experience, the museum that follows the life and legacy of the Western movie icon, is marking its fifth anniversary by providing $5 off museum admission throughout the Stock Show and Rodeo’s run, via Feb. 7. There additionally will likely be free dwell music within the Michelob Ultra Roadhouse and the Corkyard.

Through Feb. 7 from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on the Stock Show grounds in Fort Worth. General grounds admission, which incorporates entry to livestock occasions, reveals and the carnival halfway, is $15 for adults, $8 for ages 6-16, and free for youngsters 5 and below. Rodeo ticketss value additional. fwssr.com.

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AEW: COLLISION

LAST CHANCE If your New Year’s decision was to observe extra professional wrestling, then you definately’re in luck. All Elite Wrestling has introduced its AEW: Collision collection to Arlington for a monthlong residency, with 4 of January’s 5 Saturdays that includes reveals at Esports Stadium Arlington. The venue has hosted a number of AEW occasions since 2024, together with “Supercard of Honor” on July 11.

Continues Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m. at Esports Stadium in Arlington. $35-$349. allelitewrestling.com.

‘HARRY POTTER: THE EXHIBITION‘

Potterheads ought to recognize this immersive celebration of all issues Harry Potter, which was lately prolonged into April. Visitors can see genuine film props, costumes worn by actors and re-creations of iconic scenes and settings. They may also hone their Quidditch abilities, brew potions, solid spells and pot a Mandrake. An after-hours occasion for muggles ages 18 and up, working from 6 to 9 p.m., provides complimentary cocktails and mocktails.

Through April 12 at 14902 Preston Road in Dallas’ Pepper Square buying middle. Ticket costs range by day, beginning at $24 for ages 13 and up and $16 for ages 3-12, with reductions out there for household or group purchases. Free for youthful children. dallas.harrypotterexhibition.com.

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ASTRA LUMINA

Follow a pathway of sunshine on this 1-mile night time stroll, whose run on the Trinity Forest Adventure Park has been prolonged into February. Meant to imitate the texture of visiting the celebrities, this multisensory expertise makes use of projections, lighting and music to create a way of surprise for guests of all ages. The journey via 9 cosmic installations, from the multimedia leisure studio Moment Factory, takes about an hour to finish. Bring a bank card, as a result of all purchases on the website are cashless.

On choose dates via Feb. 21 at Trinity Forest Adventure Park in Dallas. Adult tickets begin at $26.90, with costs relying on the date and time booked. Prices for youths ages 4-12 begin at $20.90. Discounts can be found for seniors, college students and army members. Family and group bundles are additionally out there. Parking is $9.90 if booked upfront. astralumina.com.