Arlington's Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration takes place every January. There are plenty of activities planned at this festival, as well as live music, artwork from area students, and invited speakers that all pay homage to the life and mission of Dr. King. There is also an essay and artwork contest held in conjunction with the festivities.
Come out and see what the buzz is all about at Brickhouse Lounge in East Arlington, the Grown Folks Playground. Here you will find an exciting dance and nightclub serving American and Soul Food with plenty of parking and live entertainment from local artists, valet service, free reservations and never a cover. The BH Lounge provides excellent and fun-loving game nights including Spades and Dominoes, Texas Hold "em, Chess and Backgammon and UNO. You'll also find lively specialty nights such as Retro Fridays, Ladies Nights including free Line Dance and Chicago Steppin' dance lessons with local well-known pros. Let loose and enjoy yourself dancing and have a good time at the BH Lounge!
If you love the theater but hate the crowds, you'll absolutely love taking in a performance at Theatre Arlington. This venue offers highly personal theatrical experience, as there are only 200 seats in this quaint little theater that make every performance an intimate affair. On-stage entertainment ranges from excellent family fare to provocative adults-only productions, but either way, you won't miss a minute of the drama that will unfold right before your eyes.