SUMMER ESCAPES Hilton Anatole N eed a little time away from the grind this summer? The DFW Metroplex offers up a ton of options for day trips, cultural events, and entertainment. Bahama Beach is a family waterpark destination that offers up all day fun, just a ten-minute drive from downtown Dallas. Big kids and adults can slide to their hearts’ content on giant slides, offering a high speed or more laid-back trip into the water below—or relax on the lazy river. For smaller kiddos, there’s an interactive water playground with a giant dump- ing bucket. Concession stands offer hot dogs, pizza, and burgers, plus treats. You can also host a private party at one of the shaded and private cabanas. For a local staycation, reserve a room at the Hilton Ana- tole: not only will your family be treated to their luxurious amenities, they can also splash into the Jade Waters Re- sort Pool Complex. Open seven days a week throughout the summer, this water park offers hotel guests a lazy river, water slides, kids splash pads & play zone, leisure cove, games and activities, and—importantly—a swim-up bar. Enjoy luxury cabanas, daybeds, and family alcoves. Take a break from the heat and challenge your family and friends to classic arcade games! Featuring air hockey, racing, prize claws and more!Big pool. Big Fun. It’s all at the Hilton Ana- tole. Special packages are available; book your summer adventure today. A little bit further from home, you’ll fi nd the perfect get- away at Lake Texoma. Find the perfect resort, hotel, or cabin on the twelfth largest lake in the United States, straddling Texas and Oklahoma. The possibilities are al- most endless: fi nd a fi shing guide on laketexomaonline. com and catch a few big ones—or saddle up and spend the morning on the equestrian trail near the Potter Flats Campground. Charter a cruise for your group and spend the evening cruising the beautiful sites of Lake Texoma at sunset. You can hike, camp, play golf…and even head to a nearby casino for some high-stakes fun. Billy Bob’s Texas always promises a good time: this Fort Worth legend is a genuine honky-tonk with line dancing and bull riding, plus live music and themed murder mystery shows. Upcoming concerts include Mike and the Moonpies on Friday, July 1; Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen on Fri- day, July 22; and Midland on Friday, August 5 and Satur- day, August 6. Check out the full schedule of concerts and events at billybobstexas.com. Arlington hosts the 2022 Summer Truckin’ Nationals at AT&T Stadium from Thursday, July 14 through Sunday, July 17. This massive event features lifted and lowered trucks, Jeeps, SXS and custom golf carts competing for awards like “Best Classic Truck”, “Best Suspension”, “Best Wrap”, and more. There’ll be tons of vendors on hand, live mu- sic from La Energia Nortena and Milicia del Rancho, and a food truck court. Truck show admission is $20 for a single day pass or $40 for a three day pass; concert tickets start at $45 and include stadium parking and can be purchased at stntexas.online. Looking for laughs? The Dallas Comedy Club’s calendar is jam-packed with funny. From Monday open mics to live shows from comedians Ivan Decker, Flo Hernandez, and Michael Palascak, this Deep Ellum destination will tickle your funny bone. DCC also offers classes if you’re so in- clined: fi nd your passion with workshops in improv, stand up and storytelling. Is live music your thing? The City of Lewisville’s Sounds of Lewisville concert series hosts live music every Tuesday in 20 DALLAS OBSERVER • SUMMER GUIDE 2022
