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Episode Synopsis
This weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth is absolutely packed with exciting events, celebrations, and live entertainment—all across the metroplex. Today, make your way to the Fort Worth Stockyards for the John Wayne Grit Series 5K run and walk. Lace up your shoes and channel your inner cowboy, all while supporting cancer research through the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. The course winds through historic brick streets and past legendary Western landmarks and, at the finish line, you’ll be treated to live Western music, cowboy-style festivities, a meet and greet with the Wayne Family, and samples of Duke Bourbon and Wayne Family Estates wine. For those who finish strong, there's even a free beer from Revolver Brewing waiting for you, making it one of the most spirited races in Texas according to Dallas Patch.Tonight, the action heats up at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth as local knockout king Vergil Ortiz Jr. puts his undefeated record and the WBC Interim Super Welterweight World Title on the line against Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin. Golden Boy Promotions promises a clash that’s been long-awaited in the boxing world, as Ortiz defends his belt in front of his hometown crowd and Lubin fights for redemption and glory. Doors open for prelims at 4:30 p.m., with the main event streaming live on DAZN starting at 7 p.m. If you want to see why Ortiz is considered one of the toughest fighters of his generation, tonight’s your night at Dickies Arena according to Golden Boy Promotions.If you’re seeking great food and a patriotic vibe, the Dallas-Fort Worth Veterans Appreciation Brunch is rolling out the red, white, and blue carpet today at Hearsay Arlington, inside Choctaw Stadium. Veterans, active-duty military, reservists, and supporters are all invited to enjoy a morning of camaraderie and gratitude. It’s the third annual gathering, and the program is loaded with special guests, delicious bites, and a focus on building community and celebrating those who served, as listed on Eventbrite.For live music fans, House of Blues Dallas lights up the weekend with country favorite Mike Ryan taking the stage at 7 p.m., while the Cambridge Room hosts Henrik next door. Tomorrow, metal giants GWAR storm the stage at 6 p.m., and Johnnie Guilbert brings his Violent Dream Tour to the Cambridge Room on Sunday night, as House of Blues Dallas confirms.Movie lovers can enjoy a date night under the stars at Rooftop Cinema Club in Dallas. Tonight, the featured film is the classic teen comedy 10 Things I Hate About You, with tickets available at a variety of price points as noted by Dallasites101.There’s so much to do and something for every taste, from sports and music to Western culture and community spirit across Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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