March 1-4: Sesame Street Live
The kids will want to see Sesame Street Live's "Elmo Makes Music" at Verizon Theatre March 1-4, 2012. A special Play Zone opens one hour before showtime so the kids can work off some energy before Elmo and his friends take the stage. Verizon Theatre, 1001 Performance Place Grand Prairie, TX 75050. 972-854-5111.March 2-4: Marget Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration
What: opening celebration of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge.
When: March 2-4, 2012.
Where: Several events are being planned at the bridge.
March 2, 2012: Texas Independence Day
It's just an important day in Texas history.
March 3 - April 8: "Butterflies in the Garden" at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
"Butterflies in the Garden" is an exhibition of tropical butterflies from around the world in the conservatory. It runs from March 3-April 8, 2012.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107. Phone: 817-871-7686
Tickets: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 children 3-12.
March 3 - April 8: Dallas Blooms
Angela Patterson
What: The largest floral festival in the south with over 500,000 blooming plants. Say goodbye to record snowfalls and welcome the spring by visiting the Arboretum. Make a play date for Mommy & Me Mondays and Tiny Tot Tuesdays with interactive outdoor activities. See schedule for petting zoos, face painting, photos and Rain Plan indoor activities.
When: March 3 through April 8, 2012
Where: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, TX 75218. 214-515-6500
March 3: Target First Saturdays at the Nasher
The first Saturday of each month admission is free to the Nasher Sculpture Center. It opens a little earlier -- 10 a.m. -- and special activites are planned for the kids from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.March 4: Fort Worth Bridal Show
The Fort Worth Bridal Show is the second largest Bridal Show in the DFW Metroplex with over 100 wedding businesses to plan your complete wedding. Fashion show each day. Incredible door prize drawings, including a beautiful diamond ring from Dallas Gold & Silver, and more!Sunday, March 4, 2012 from noon to 5 p.m.
Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
Admission:
$8 for Adults$4 for Children 14 and under (including toddlers and infants)
March 11: Plano Bridal Show
The Plano Bridal Show is the premier bridal event in North Texas. Over 100 wedding businesses, ranging from the first steps of planning your wedding to the honeymoon. The Plano Bridal Show will provide a one-stop shopping experience to plan your complete wedding. Don't miss the Fashion Show by Emma's Bridal Boutique, incredible door prize drawings, including a beautiful diamond ring from Dallas Gold & Silver and more.When: Sunday, March 11, 2012 from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX
Admission: (Cash only)
$12 for Adults
$6 for Children 14 and under (Including toddlers and infants)
March 17: Greenville Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade
What: The 33rd Annual Greenville Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade brings thousands together along the 2-mile route in one of the most celebrated St. Patrick's Day celebrations in North Texas history. Outrageous floats, costumes and mardi gras atmosphere make this a very festive place to sip green beer and revel with Irish pride. A parade favorite is the “Patty O’Furniture Psycho Killer Drill Team.”
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 12, 2011 (Rain or shine). Festivities continue into the night.
Where: Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX
Getting There: Avoid the parking and traffic hassles by riding the DART Light Rail to Park Lane or Lovers Lane to catch the parade. The festivities are only a short walk from the DART Station.
PS: Thank you Mark Cuban for your generous donations that saved the 2012 parade.
March 11-13: Home and Garden Show / "The Great Big Texas Home Show"
What: The Home and Garden Show makes the move to Arlington and will partner with Cowboys Stadium to produce The Great Big Texas Home Show. Hang out with Ty Pennington. Tickets are $15 adults, $6 children ages 6-12, free 5 and under. Purchase tickets early and save $3.
When: March 9-11, 2012
Where: Cowboys Stadium, One Legends Way, Arlington, TX
