Attendees with free time during the conference may wish to explore nearby attractions and events throughout Arlington, TX. The area surrounding the conference location offers easy access to sports and entertainment venues, museums, shopping, dining, and seasonal activities. Late September is a particularly active time in the city, with local festivals, live music, and professional sporting events, along with opportunities to explore some of Arlington's most well-known points of interest.
Below is a list of popular places and events located near the conference venue that may be of interest during your stay.
AT&T Stadium offers tours that will appeal to people of all interests and ages, and tours are available daily. Take an afternoon to throw the ball on the field or admire the works of art displayed throughout the stadium.
Six Flags Over Texas, the Thrill Capital of Texas, is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions, including 14 world-class roller coasters like Tormenta Rampaging Run, New Texas Giant, and Titan.
Voted Best Entertainment District in the DFW by The Dallas Morning News! Texas Live! brings together premier dining, sports, entertainment, and nightlife in Arlington. Enjoy live performances, events, and exciting venues in a dynamic space perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Choctaw Stadium (formerly Globe Life Park) is designed with tradition and intimacy in mind, and features Texas-style architecture throughout. The facility is the centerpiece of a 270-acre mixed-use complex that includes Texas Live!, a unique entertainment district with restaurants, retail and entertainment venues, a signature event space, an upscale hotel and convention space, parks and recreation areas and a 12-acre lake.
Tokyo Station brings the legendary Japanese arcade scene to Downtown Arlington! With more than 150 imported arcade games, pinball machines, skill cranes, incredible drinks, delicious food, and more, Tokyo Station takes immersion to a new level!
Crystal Canyon Natural Area is a geology lover’s paradise in the heart of North Arlington. It contains a very diverse geologic profile with evidence that suggests a near-shore marine environment might have existed at one time. Marine shales, siltstones, mudstone containing inner beds of calcareous fossil clams, gypsum layers and fine grain sandstone have been found there. Preservation of these natural resources and leaving this 40-acre area in a natural state were the driving forces behind the combined efforts of the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of the Crystal Canyon Nature Area in the development of this park. To wit, a small parking lot, a half-mile soft-surface trail, and a few educational signs and benches are the only man-made items you’ll find there.
Thrilling Outdoor Zipline & Ropes Course Adventures in Arlington, Texas. The meticulously designed zipline courses take you soaring through lush treetops, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding natural beauty.
Discover the region’s premier sports museum brimming with one-of-a-kind bowling artifacts, a unique bowling experience and a cutting-edge glimpse at the far-flung future of this global pastime. Pass through Bowling’s Hall of Fame where rare photos and vintage film clips tell the stories of bowling’s greatest legends. The International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame collects, preserves and exhibits the 5,000-year history of the worldwide sport of bowling. From the ancient Egyptians to British monarchs to an enterprising German immigrant, follow the sport’s journey from archeological digs... to American taverns... to today's cutting-edge computer assisted training centers. No visit to the International Bowling Campus is complete without experiencing the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame.
The Savannah Bananas and Texas Tailgaters will go head-to-head for three games at Globe Life Field – home of the Texas Rangers – from September 25-27, 2026.
The Buffalo Ruckus is a Denton, Texas-based band formed in 2013, known for a high-energy blend of roots, Americana, Southern soul, and psychedelic experimental country-fried rock. Ronnie and The Redwoods is a West Texas Americana/Rock band that has brought deep and emotional lyrics together with music rooted in the blues, folk, and country of the high plains.
WATERLOO is a world-class ABBA tribute band based in Dallas, Texas. Featured on Fox 4’s “The Ten”, Waterloo delivers a sparkling, exciting representation of the music of one of the most-loved, best-selling bands of all time.
Experience legendary blues-rock live when The Fabulous Thunderbirds take the stage at Arlington Music Hall on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
Christian rock legends PETRA bring the Hope Tour 2026 with iconic hits, powerful energy, and an inspiring message live.
The Abram Street Market is a one-day monthly outdoor market offering crafts, food, apparel and more in Downtown Arlington, TX.
Experience the thrill of timeless automobiles at the 2026 Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show. Explore a curated collection of classic cars, enjoy live music, and taste offerings from local food vendors.