Free & Fun Events in Arlington: July 9-15, 2026

Published on July 08, 2026

By Office of Communication

Enjoy these free and enjoyable occasions scheduled throughout The American Dream City from July 9-15, 2026. Check again every week for a brand new checklist of family-friendly actions!

Wildlife on the Move “Cool, Cold-Blooded Critters” Animal Show

Slither, crawl, and discover the world of reptiles at Wildlife on the Move’s “Cool, Cold-Blooded Critters” Animal Show on Thursday, July 9 with reveals at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. within the Arlington City Council Chambers. Get up shut with snakes, lizards, turtles, and different fascinating animals whereas studying about these wonderful creatures in an interactive, academic present. Designed for ages 5 and up, no registration is required, however seating is proscribed.

Paws to Read

Young readers can construct confidence one web page at a time throughout Paws to Read on Thursday, July 9 from 3–4 p.m. on the Southwest Branch Library and Friday, July 10 from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. on the Northeast Branch Library. Children ages 5–12 can learn aloud to pleasant remedy canine from Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs in a enjoyable, low-pressure atmosphere. In-person sign-ups start earlier than this system, with every household receiving a 10-minute studying session whereas area is obtainable.

150 Year of Arlington Recipes

Help protect Arlington’s historical past one recipe at a time throughout 150 Years of Arlington Recipes on Friday, July 10 from 4–5 p.m. at George W. Hawkes Downtown Library. Community members are invited to contribute a favourite household recipe to a particular cookbook celebrating Arlington’s one hundred and fiftieth anniversary. Staff and volunteers might be out there to assist transcribe recipes and scan pictures of handwritten recipe playing cards for inclusion within the assortment.

Arlington Culture & Arts Discovery Day

Experience Arlington’s artistic aspect at Arlington Culture & Arts Discovery Day on Saturday, July 11 from midday–4 p.m. This free, self-guided occasion invitations guests to discover galleries, studios, museums, and different cultural areas all through the town whereas assembly the artists and organizations that make Arlington’s arts scene thrive. Spend the afternoon discovering native creativity, then make a day of it by having fun with lunch or dinner at one in all Arlington’s close by eating places.

Cosplay Workshop & Runway

Whether you are new to cosplay or prepared to point out off your newest creation, the Cosplay Workshop & Runway on Sunday, July 12 at George W. Hawkes Downtown Library has one thing for you. Create your personal character ears through the Cosplay Novice Workshop from 2:30–4:30 p.m., then step into the highlight through the Cosplay Runway from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Registration is required for the workshop, and each occasions are open to ages 13 and up.