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Beyond the bulls, the PBR is bringing a slew of concerts with them in the Friday next two weeks. Opening the festivities is North Texas’ own neoC&W crooner Charley Crockett playing Will Rogers Memorial Center (3401 W Lancaster Av, 817-392-7469) at 8:30pm.

Tickets start at $36 at Ticketmaster.com.

(For info on more PRB concerts, see this week’s Crosstown Sounds at FWWeekly. com.) Also, the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo is 7pm Fri, and 1:30pm or 7pm Sat, at Cowtown Coliseum (121 E Exchange Av, 817-625-1025). Tickets are $25-55 at JimAustinLive.com, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum (2029 N Main St, 817-922-9999).

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Another free PBR event is the National Barrel Horse Association’s Sunday Fort Worth Super Showcase at 9am at Cowtown Coliseum (121 E Exchange Av, 817-625-1025).

“We’re honored to work alongside the PBR to produce this featured barrel racing event as part of the PBR World Finals in Fort Worth, Texas,” said NBHA director Bailey Nahrgang. “Fort Worth is home to the NBHA office, so it’s a very special opportunity to do what we love in our home state.”

Meet rodeo clown Flint Rasmussen at PBR’s Outside the Barrel thru Sun, May 22.

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If you’ve been meaning to check out the National Cowgirl Museum and Thursday Hall of Fame (1720 Gendry St, 817-336-4475), you might want to sneak in before the PBR world descends upon us. The museum is open 10am-5pm today (and every Tue-Sat) and noon-5pm Sun. The women honored in the Hall of Fame — 243 in all — include actress/icon Dale Evans, writer Laura Ingalls Wilder, Nacona Boot Company founder Enid Justin, sharpshooter Annie Oakley, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Conner, painter

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Georgia O’Keeffe, and Lewis and Clark’s principal guide Sacagawea, to name a few. Tickets are $12 at Cowgirl.net.

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While it’s definitely not our first rodeo, it is our first PBR. Fort Worth is hosting the world finals for the Professional Bull Riders association for the first time in history Friday thru Sun, May 23. (Suck it, Vegas!) This fact means that there are tons of bull-oriented events this week and next, including the ones below.

Kicking off each weekend is the PBR Parade of Champions at 11:35am Saturday today (and next Saturday) in the Stockyards (131 E Exchange Av, 800-433-5747). Along with its other programming, the PBR is launching its newly created family-friendly Cowboy Experience and Expo. This showcase of the sport’s history and the Western way of life via interactive exhibits is happening 10am-6pm Mon-Sat and 10am-1pm Sun thru Sun, May 22, at the Simmons Bank Pavilion outside Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, 817-4029000). The parade, experience, and expo, as well as the Tractor Supply pre-shows, are all free to attend.

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If you are taking a lot of photos at the PBR this week, you might enjoy Tuesday learning about the lost art of developing your own film. As part of the 2022 Fort Worth Foto Fest going on Friday thru Sat, May 21, you can take the Developing Film class taught by D. Anson Brody at Fort Worth Camera (6483 Camp Bowie Blvd, 817-335-3456) 11am-12:30pm today. Tickets are $25 at EventBrite.com. Then at 7pm, head to Downtown Cowtown at the Isis Theater (2401 N Main St, 817-808-6390) for the Fort Worth Foto Fest Texas Short Film Showcase. Tickets are $10 at EventBrite.com.

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The event that is central to everything above is, of course, the actual 2022 Professional Bull Riders Association World Finals. With a theme of “Unleash the Beast,” this year’s finals

will take place at Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, 817-402-9000) 7:45pm Fri-Sat and 1:45pm Sun, then 7:45pm Thu-Sat, May 19-21, and 8:45am Sun, May 22.

For the “toughest eight seconds in sports,” the PBR pits the most rugged riders against the baddest bulls. “Each two-day stop kicks off with pyrotechnics.

The riders themselves quickly outdo the explosions and flames — 35 matchups divided into three rounds of dirt-flinging, arm-flailing, and fierce performances by all of the athletes in the arena, human and animal alike. Unleash the Beast brings 750 tons of dirt, 65 tons of steer, and 25 tons of steel. Each rider faces all of that weight as he competes to qualify for the PBR World Finals, where the winner will walk away with $1 million and the coveted gold belt buckle.”

Between rounds, see well-known rodeo clown Flint Rasmussen cut through the tension with his unique brand of humor. If you’d like to meet Rasmussen, stop by Flint Rasmussen’s Outside the Barrel Fri-Sat, then ThuFri, May 19-20, at the Simmons Bank Pavilion at Dickies Arena.

PBR Finals tickets are $46-287 per day. There are also VIP options starting at $476.

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Described by the PBR as the “richest women’s rodeo event,” the 2022 Monday Women’s Rodeo World Championship at 4pm today and 7:30pm Tue-Wed features women in four disciplines vying for a $750,000 purse paid out across the three days. Attendee tickets are $20-40 at eTix.com. To learn about the competitors, visit PBR.com/ news.

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Take a break from the PBR at the Texas Short Film Showcase Tuesday.

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Celebrate vibrant cultural traditions and diverse forms of expression from across Africa and the African diaspora.

Saturday, May 14 | 2–3 pm | FREE Visit kimbell.org/calendar for more details.

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8.) Finally, there was an error in last week’s column that I’d like to correct. In the Mother’s Day listing for The Sleeping Panther, we cited Patrick Mikyles’ website

by mistake. Tickets for shows at The Sleeping Panther (1000 Houston St, 817946-2295) can be purchased by calling the venue or going to SleepingPanther.live. (For Miklyes’ shows, PatrickMikylesPresents. com/About-5 is the right site.) Along with bingo, burlesque, and fantasy drag shows, the Drag-with-Me Drag Brunch is hosted every Sat-Sun at noon at The Sleeping Panther. All ages are welcome at brunch shows. Drinks are purchased separately at the full bar. Admission is $30 per person and includes your seat and brunch. In celebration of the seventh anniversary, you can call for special brunch pricing — and bingo is free — for the rest of May.

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7.) On Saturday, grab your yoga mat and head to the beer garden at Wild Acre Brewing Company (1734 E El Paso St, Ste 190, 817-882-9453) for the return of Beer Yoga 6:30pm-7:30pm with instructor Alli Carpenter. This beginner-friendly class is open to all ages. Tickets are $15 for the yoga class only, or $25 for yoga plus two beers, at Prekindle.com. Check-in starts at 5pm.

Afterward, the beer garden and taproom will remain open for participants thru 8pm.

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3.) If you’re looking for something more on the cheaper side, Saturday is Dollar Day at Lone Star Park (1000 Lone Star Pkwy, Grand Prairie, 972-263-7223).

General admission and Lone Star Today programs, plus concessions including beer, hot dogs, Pepsi, and popcorn, are all $1 each on Levels 1 and 2. Also, enjoy free live music by the Downtown Fever Band on the Courtyard of the Champions Stage.

Gates open at noon, and the first horse race is at 1:35pm.

6.) Fans of TCU and/or frozen drinks should stop by Muy Frio Margaritas (3613 W Vickery Blvd, Ste 109, 817-238-3386) for a Horny Toad. Multiple machines dispense a variety of frozen concoctions, from a classic margarita or Jack & Coke to specialty flavors like this one. “We’re all about supporting local, big and small,” owner Melissa Sutter says. “We played with some flavors and came up with a tropical berry infused option with our fermented rum. If you want to add a little creaminess, it pairs perfectly with our piña colada!” #GoFrogs

Say “Go, Frogs!” in a delicious way at Muy Frio Margaritas.

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2.) The second WSF fundraiser, Corks for Cowboys, is happening 1pm-3pm Fri, May 20, at B&B Butchers & Restaurant (5212 Marathon Av, 817-737-5212). This “cowboy classy” wine tasting includes two wine flights paired with hand-crafted appetizers and “the charcuterie board of all boards.” (A sommelier will present the description and background of each wine.) Shuttle service from the PBR Finals (Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St, 817402-9000) will be provided. Tickets are $300 at e.GiveSmart.com.

5.) LOOK Dine-In Cinemas has taken over the space of the shuttered Movie Tavern in Arlington (5727 W I-20 at Green Oaks Blvd, 682-816-0113) and is offering a “technologyfirst luxury cinema experience.” The newly remodeled theater — the Dallas-based company’s 10th location — is full-service and has seven screens. Along with beer, craft cocktails, and wine, a gourmet food menu offers snacks, shareables, salads, main plates, pizza, sandwiches, sliders, and wraps. I tried the sausage and mushroom pizza at the grand opening and found it perfect for one.

Had I looked closer at the menu, I would have substituted for a cauliflower crust. It’s what my doctor would have wanted. For tickets, visit bit.ly/LOOKMovies.

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1.) While the PBR is in town — see more about this city-spanning event in this issue’s Night & Day — the Western Sports Foundation (WSF.org) is hosting two fundraising events. (WSF “supports total athlete wellness for those competing in Western lifestyle sports by providing resources for life.”) First, head to Top Golf (2201 E 4th St, 817-349-4002) 1:30pm3:30pm Sat for a barbecue lunch. Tickets are $500 at e.GiveSmart.com and include entry, unlimited golf, a golf shirt, a goodie bag, food, and drinks. Plus, you’ll get to meet some of the PBR’s top bull riders in person.

4.) One of Fort Worth’s newest hangouts for “coffee aficionados looking for a better experience,” Boulevard Brew (5406 River Oaks Blvd, 682-250-2544) has just opened a new lounge inside the shop. Featuring craft beer, drafts, domestic and imported beers, wine, and a chef-created food menu, The Purple Lounge seeks to transport you back to the “elegance of the swinging ’60s with a cozy twist.” Check out this intimate dining room and lounge during happy hour (4pm6pm Mon-Fri) and enjoy various specials, including $4 house wine and $3 draft beer. For hours and the full menu, visit BlvdBrew.com.

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Neither is a music festival by name, but both the Professional Bullriding Association (PBR) World Finals in Fort Worth Friday thru Sat, May 21, and the West Main Arts Festival in Arlington on Saturday are bringing a slew of concerts to our little portion of prairie.

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Venue #1

Will Rogers Memorial Center (3401 W Lancaster Av, 817-392-7469) is hosting the opening concert of the Live Nation PBR World Finals Concert Series with North Texas’ own neo-C&W crooner Charley Crockett at 8:30pm Fri. Also see Travis Tritt on Thu, May 19; LeAnn Rimes Fri, May 20; and Robert Earle Keen on Sat, May 21. Tickets start at $36 at Ticketmaster.com.

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Simmons Bank Plaza will be home to three of the PBR’s free Pendleton Whiskey Concert Series shows outside Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, 817-402-9000).

See country artist Tyler Braden 5pm-6pm Fri, former saddle-bronc athlete-turned-country musician Chancey Williams 5pm-6pm Sat, Tim Dugger noon-1pm Sun, and then hair-metal outfit Warrant 6:15pm-7:15pm Sat, May 21.

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Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, 817-402-9000) will host some star-powered shows next weekend

during the closing of the 2022 PBR. Attendees at the main event will be treated to performances by singersongwriter Danielle Bradberry at 7pm Thu, May 19, and country/pop singer-songwriter Mitchell Tenpenny at 8pm Fri, May 20. PBR Finals tickets are $46-287 per day at PBR. com. There are also VIP options starting at $476.

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Mule Alley in the Stockyards (131 E Exchange Av, 800-433-5747) hosts the PBR Finals Street Party 9pm-11pm Thu-Sat, May 19-21, featuring country artists Ashley Cooke on Thursday, Andy Velo on Friday, and Jake Worthington (former contestant on The Voice) on Saturday. The street parties are free See Charley Crockett at Will Rogers Memorial Center Friday. to attend.

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Two Upcoming Events with Great Music Lineups

Music at West Main Arts Festival Formerly named for its location on the east side of the street, The West Main Arts Festival is back in Arlington for 2022. Along with featuring artists with works for sale, arts and crafts vendors, food and drink purveyors, and all sorts of family fun, this event has a solid music lineup with 26 bands on four stages. West Main is free and open to the public. Here’s who’s who and where.

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Candlelite Inn Stage (near Theatre Arlington at 305 W Main St) will feature Noon Da Band (noon), Crimson Skylines (1pm), Yasmeen Zahra Nasir (2pm), The Trespassers (3pm), Voodoo Witness (4pm), the Afterglow-Rock Band (5:15pm), and 5th Sun (6:30pm).

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Living Magazine Arlington Stage at Gene Allen Park (121 W Main St, Arlington, 817-459-5474) will feature Good Times Chorus (noon), Roswell A.D. (1pm), Smokin’ Jake Ferris (2pm), the Airstream Outlaws (3pm), Gary Devlin (4pm), Kadie Lynn (5:15pm), and Almost Jaded (6pm).

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UTA Radio Stage (near the west festival entrance across from Levitt Pavilion on W Abram St) will feature Meloditations (12:30pm), Sly Fungi (1:30pm), Chef Dee (2:30pm), Lemonade Stand (4pm), Cherry Mantis (5pm), and Psychic Love Child (6:15pm).

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Arlington Nights Stage (near the north festival entrance across from Create Arlington Studios at 306 W Main St) will feature Kendra

Remedios (12:30pm), Ronda Ray (1:30pm), Wade Johnson (2:30pm), Larry & Darla (3:30pm), Marty Allen Nelson (4:30pm), Tha Craziac (5:30pm), and Barbwire Blues (6:30pm).

Additional live music begins at the Levitt Pavilion (100 W Abram St, 817-543-4308) at 7:30pm with Carlos Ramos. For the complete event brochure and festival map, visit CreateArlington.com.

Festival promoter Mark Joekel, who is also the owner of Create Arlington, asks that you use the hashtag #WestMain2022 on all your pictures on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. “By doing so, you become a part of the diverse community of passionate people who love to live, work, and create in the rich environment that is Arlington, Texas.”

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bring some spending money for the carnival rides, games, and food vendors.

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See acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, and more at Under the Friday Big Top at The Lot Downtown (110 S Main St, Mansfield, 817-225-6840) at 8pm. This event is outdoors, and you’re welcome to bring a blanket, lawn chairs, and refreshments.

Doors open at 7pm, and the show is 8pm9:30pm. Tickets are $5 on EventBrite.com.

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The City of Watauga invites you to check out their fair city at the annual Watauga Fest at

Capp Smith Park (5800 Robin Dr, 817514-5828) 5pm-10pm today and Fri, 10am-10pm Sat, and noon-10pm Sun. Live entertainment will be provided by

local cover bands In Halen (Van Halen tribute), Incognito (classic rock and dance covers), and Metal Shop (they play, uh, metal!). While this event is free to attend,

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PBR isn’t the only multi-day event in North Texas this weekend. Elm Street Tattoo Fest is back Fri-Sun in Dallas, and Watauga Fest is Thu-Sun.

From 2pm to closing time Fri-Sun, tattoo lovers from around the world Saturday will convene in Dallas around Elm Street Tattoos (2811 Elm St, 214-653-1392), including Heart in Hand Gallery (2614 Elm St, Ste 120, 469-7765667) and Trees (2709 Elm St, 214-7411122), for the annual Elm Street Music & Tattoo Festival (ElmStreetTattoo. com). View art displays, shop from vendors, hear music by mystery artists — follow Trees on Facebook for updates — and schedule time with guest tattoo artists for your new ink. Greg Christian, Tommy Montoya, Cindy Burmeister, and many more stars are scheduled to attend.

Tickets are $15 at AXS.com.

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As you’re well aware, this year’s PBR World Finals: Unleash the Beast have Sunday been taking place at Dickies Arena (1911 Montgomery St, 817-402-9000), and the final competitions are 7:45pm Thu-Sat and 8:45am Sun. For the “toughest eight seconds in sports,” the PBR pits the most rugged riders against the baddest bulls. “Unleash the Beast

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If you’re worried about the teacher asking you what you did with your Wednesday summer vacation during #BacktoSchool this fall, today is your day.

Ease your troubled mind with fresh event ideas, food and cocktail offerings, and everything else the Weekly writers come up with in our Summer 2022 Edition that hits the stands today. To submit event listings or get in touch with an account executive about ad space, please email Marketing@FWWeekly.com as soon as you can. We go to press on Mon, May 23, for this special issue.

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It’s Troma Tuesday at Downtown Cowtown at The Isis (2401 N Main Tuesday St, 817-808-6390). Hosted by the Movie Mutant (@MovieMutant), see the 1981 film Graduation Day at 8pm. “A masked killer begins murdering students on the school track team after a track runner dies upon completion of a 30-second 200-meter race.” There will be movie-themed cocktails available for purchase in the lounge. You must be at least 18 years old to enjoy this campy horror flick in this newly restored 500seat theatre. Admission is free.

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Are you ready to relax, unwind, and unplug?

Apparently, Jack White Monday is. If you’re headed to The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (300 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, 214978-4888) at 8pm to see Jack White: The Supply Chain Issues Tour, know that it is a “phone-free show.” You read that correctly. No phones will be allowed in the performance space for an “unplugged, real-life experience.” How does this work?

Staff will help you secure your phone in a lockable pouch that you keep with you. If you have an urgent need to use your phone — or to jump on your social media (you addict!) — there are designated phone use areas in the lobby and concourse. For more details, check out the event page at Facebook.com/LiveNation.

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brings 750 tons of dirt, 65 tons of steer, and 25 tons of steel. Each rider faces all of that weight as he competes to qualify for the PBR World Finals, where the winner will walk away with $1 million and the coveted gold belt buckle.” (PBR also brings a ton of great music with it. Read more about that in Crosstown Sounds on FWWeekly.com.)

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