Free & Fun Events in Arlington: July 16-22, 2026

Published on July 15, 2026

By Office of Communication

Enjoy these free and enjoyable occasions scheduled throughout The American Dream City from July 16-22, 2026. Check again every week for a brand new listing of family-friendly actions!

Celebrating Arlington’s 150^th Birthday

Help Arlington rejoice a milestone 150 years within the making at Celebrating Arlington’s one hundred and fiftieth Birthday on Thursday, July 16 from 1–2 p.m. at City Hall. Stop by for birthday cake, signal the City’s birthday card, and decide up commemorative one hundred and fiftieth anniversary giveaways whereas serving to kick off the celebration a number of days earlier than Arlington’s official birthday on July 19.

Splash Tales

Make a splash at Splash Tales on Friday, July 17 from 10–11 a.m. at California Lane Park. Families can get pleasure from interactive tales, water-themed crafts, and loads of splash-filled enjoyable good for a summer time morning. Registration is required.

BTS for Everyone

Calling all ARMY! Celebrate the return of BTS at BTS for Everyone on Friday, July 17 from 6–8 p.m. on the Southeast Branch Library. Fans of all ages can join with fellow BTS lovers, create themed crafts, and get concert-ready whereas celebrating their favourite group. The program is open to ages 5 and up, with some actions requiring grownup help.

Summer Kids Club

Get artistic at Summer Kids Club on Tuesday, July 21 from 9–11 a.m. at Color Me Mine in Arlington Highlands. Kids can get pleasure from a enjoyable morning of hands-on pottery portray and artistic actions as a part of Arlington Highlands’ free Summer Kids Club sequence. Registration is required, and house is proscribed.

Texas Rangers Storytime

Knock it out of the park at Texas Rangers Storytime on Wednesday, July 22 from 12–1 p.m. at George W. Hawkes Downtown Library. The Texas Rangers will lead a particular storytime that includes shock visitors and loads of enjoyable for younger baseball followers. This free occasion is ideal for youngsters below 12, with seating accessible on a first-come, first-served foundation.