IN THE NEWS
City Facilities Closed in Observance of Easter Sunday
The Grapevine Public Library and The REC will both be closed on Sunday, April 17 in observance of Easter.
38th Annual Main Street Fest presented by Bank of the West – May 20 - 22
The magic of Main Street Fest is coming back better than ever! We can't wait to welcome you and your family for three fun-filled days of breath-taking shows, a Craft Brew Experience, live music and a street fair with flair. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com for the complete schedule and to purchase tickets.
Dates: May 20 - 22
Location: Historic Main Street District
Fee: $9 for Adults, $5 for Seniors & Children (6-12)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Carpenters Legacy: A Re-creation of the 1976 UK Tour – Friday, April 15 & Saturday, April 16
Direct from Las Vegas to Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre, Carpenters Legacy: A Re-creation of the 1976 UK Tour is the definitive show celebrating the music of the famed brother-sister duo. Don’t miss this unparalleled show starring, Sally Olson as Karen Carpenter and pianist Ned Mills as Richard Carpenter. The show opens with a zesty tribute to Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass and is followed by Carpenters hits including We’ve Only Just Begun, Close To You, Superstar, and much more. Tickets may be purchased at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Dates/Times: Friday, April 15, 7:30 pm & Saturday, April 16, 3 pm & 7:30 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $38 per person
Creating a Suburban Oasis for Pollinators – Saturday, April 16
Spring is here and so are the butterflies. Certified Master Gardener, Teddi Zonker, will explain which plants to add to your landscape to attract butterflies and will share the difference between host and nectar plants.
Date: April 16
Time: 1 – 2:30 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ages: 18 & up
Easter Bunny One Hour Train – Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17
Hop aboard The Easter Bunny Express this weekend. The Easter Bunny will be enjoying the train ride and Easter candy with all the kids. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com for the complete schedule and to purchase tickets.
Dates: Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17
Times: Various Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $20 per person
Board Game Night - Monday, April 18
Enjoy a fun evening of board games, card games, and/or party games at the library! Select from their collection or bring your own. At the end of the evening, be sure to check out a game from our collection to take home.
Date: Monday, April 18
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ages: 18 & up
Grapevine Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale – Saturday, April 23
Join the Grapevine Garden Club for their annual “Timeless Treasures” plant sale, featuring indoor and outdoor plants, heirloom perennials, herbs, succulents, drought tolerant plants, butterfly host plants and hanging baskets. Caladium bulbs, yard art, gardening books and timeless treasures will also be available. Admission is free and Master Gardeners will be available for guidance. Proceeds from the sale provide scholarships for local students. For additional information, please visit GrapevineGardenClub.com. Date: Saturday, April 23
Time: 9 am – 2 pm
Location: Grapevine Botanical Garden, 411 Ball Street
Animal Services OPEN HOUSE – Saturday, April 23 - FREE
The Animal Services team will be hosting an Open House offering shelter tours, adoption specials, a microchip clinic, crafts for animals, coloring, face painters, raffles, giveaways, music, Wise Guys Pizza, and fun for the entire family.
Date: Saturday, April 23
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: Grapevine Animal Shelter, 500 Shady Brook Drive
Summer Swim Lesson Registration NOW Open
Registration for Summer swim lessons is open to residents and non-residents. We have availability for kids of all ages and abilities. Swim lessons teach your child proper swimming techniques to keep them safe and encourages independence in the water. For additional information and to register, visit bit.ly/34kJkyd or you may call the Learn to Swim Office at 817.410.3461.
Introduction to Hispanic Genealogy - Saturday, April 23
Judy Everett Ramos will present a program on beginning Hispanic genealogical research.
Date: Saturday, April 23
Time: 11 am - 12 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ages: 18 & up
ECO Talk: Composting - Wednesday, April 27 - FREE
Composting is an easy and natural way to add nutrients to your garden beds while helping to improve the environment. We will learn the benefits and basics of composting and how to maintain your compost pile easily. Registration is now open at KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org/Composting. Date: Wednesday, April 27
Time: 7 – 8 pm
Location: The REC, Stewart Hall, 1175 Municipal Way
Ages: All ages
Jazz Wine Train – Friday, April 29 & Sunday, May 1
Grab a friend or a date for an evening filled with unforgettable jazz, wine, and a trip back in time on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s popular 2022 Jazz Wine Train. Ride the rails in 1920s coaches while listening to live jazz entertainment, sipping fine, Grapevine wine, and enjoying local savory bites and desserts. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com for a complete schedule and to purchase tickets.
Dates/Times: Friday, April 29, 7:30 pm & Sunday, May 1, 2 pm
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $62 per person/$360 per table for 4 Ages: 21+ only
Earth Month Challenge – Through April 30
Invest in your community by helping make it clean and litter free. This challenge encourages residents to clean their neighborhoods and rewards lucky participants with awesome prizes! Details are as follows:
- Download your participation card, available in English or Spanish.
- As you collect litter in your neighborhood, your favorite park, or other green space, mark off each space as you find the items on the card. If needed, a grabber and trash bags will be provided by contacting us at info@KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org.
- Email your completed card to info@KeepGrapevineBeautiful.org along with your contact information no later than 7 pm, Sunday, April 30. Please also share photos of you and your family in action during this campaign.
- If you choose to post your images on social media, please tag #KGVBTX, showing everyone your litter collection and community involvement.
Your card is your entry into the random drawing on Monday, May 2 when three prizes will be awarded. Only one winner per household will be eligible. Prizes are as follows:
- A one night stay at the Vineyards Campground & Cabins ($150 value)
- An annual pass to the Grapevine Lake Parks, ($80 value)
Dates: April 1 – 30 (Entries are due no later than 7 pm, Sunday, April 30)
Location: Grapevine, Texas
Ages: All
Children’s Art Cart - Every Monday and Friday in April
The Art Cart is a surprise assortment of craft supplies to test creativity, critical thinking, imagination, and maker skills. There will be a new challenge every class.
Dates: April 15, 18, 22, 25 & 29
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ages: All
Imagination Town - Tuesdays and Wednesdays in April
A pop-up city will be created for preschoolers to engage in imaginative free play with their peers.
Dates: April 19 & 20, and 26 & 27
Time: 10:30 am - 12 pm (come and go)
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ages: All
Outdoor Adventures for Teens
Outdoor Adventures is an experience for teens to be in nature while unleashing their adventurous side with paintball, kayaking, paddle boarding, tubing, and the challenge of the WHOA ZONE obstacle course on Grapevine Lake. All equipment is provided. Please visit GoGrapevine.com/Register to view the full schedule and to register.
Dates: Multiple summer dates
Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Location: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane
Ages: 13 - 15
Fee: $175
Knit and Crochet Circle – Every Monday Evening - FREE
Teens and adults, join us for our weekly knitting and crocheting circle. All levels of ability are welcome. No registration is required. Although some supplies will be available for in-class use, please bring your own (if available). Donations are also greatly appreciated.
Dates: Monday evenings
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Summer Camp Registration is Now OPEN
Grapevine Parks and Recreation offers a wide variety of summer camps each year that are not only educational but also promote social and physical activity. From outdoor excursion camps to art camps, there is something for everyone. Camp registration is now open for residents and non-residents. For a complete list of summer camps and to register, please visit GoGrapevine.com/Camps.
Grapevine Vintage Railroad Excursions
Bear Creek Short Line Excursion – Saturday Mornings
Step back in time with a nostalgic ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. While enjoying this one-hour excursion, you will also experience the Great Train Heist! Keep an eye out for those greedy outlaws onboard. Join the fun and help railroad detectives solve the mystery of who robbed the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. The entire family will enjoy this true railroad experience. Afterwards, explore Grapevine’s rich history on Historic Main Street and visit unique shops, restaurants, and other cultural attractions. Full schedules and tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Date: Saturday mornings (excluding some holidays and special events)
Times: 10:50 am (boarding begins 20 minutes prior to departure)
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $10 - $12 per person
Cotton Belt Route Excursion - Saturday & Sunday Afternoons
We begin in Downtown Grapevine at the Cotton Belt Depot. As you ride the rails, help us solve a “whodunit” featuring the “Great Train Heist”, an interactive performance with Cotton Belt Special Agents in hot pursuit of a couple of notorious train robbers. Once we arrive in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, riders may explore the Stockyards before re-boarding for the return to Grapevine. Tickets may be purchased at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Dates: Saturday & Sunday afternoons (excluding some holidays and special events)
Grapevine Location/Time: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 South Main Street, 12:50 pm. Boarding begins 20 minutes prior to departure
Fort Worth Location/Time: Fort Worth Stockyards Station, 140 East Exchange, 4:45 pm (boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure)
Fee: $18 - $26 per person
Trinity River Excursion
The Stockyards Trinity River Excursion is a 45-minute train excursion departing from the Historic Stockyards Station in Fort Worth. Help solve a “whodunit” onboard this special excursion featuring the “Great Train Heist”, an interactive performance with Cotton Belt Special Agents in hot pursuit of a couple of notorious train robbers. The excursion crosses both channels of the Trinity River, travels through Trinity Park, and passes Montgomery Plaza before returning to the Stockyards. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com to view the complete schedule and to purchase tickets. Time: Boarding begins at 2:45 pm & departs at 3 pm
Location: Fort Worth Stockyards Station, 140 East Exchange
Fee: $10 - $12 per person
Night Watchman Ghost Tour – Friday & Saturday Evenings
Who robbed the bank on Main Street in 1932? Which winery is haunted? Hear tales of history and haunting throughout the years in Grapevine. The Grapevine Night Watchman Ghost Tour, presented by Grape Vine Springs Winery, is a 90-minute walking tour through Grapevine. The tour begins at Grape Vine Springs Winery where participants will enjoy a glass of wine at the conclusion of the tour. Please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com to reserve your spot. Days: Friday & Saturday evenings
Time: 7 pm
Location: Grape Vine Springs Winery, 409 South Main Street
Fee: $10 - $20 per person
Grapevine Urban Wine Trail
Celebrate fall with a stroll along Historic Main Street and experience Grapevine’s vibrant Urban Wine Trail at your leisure. Seven wine tasting rooms along the Urban Wine Trail offer daily wine tastings and special events throughout the year. From strong and bold Texas red wines to crisp and clean Texas white wines, you will find a variety of favorite taste sensations. Visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for more information.
Participating Grapevine Winery Tasting Rooms include:
Times: Vary by participating location
Grapevine Main Station Guided Group Tours
A Grapevine visitor concierge will escort you and/or your group and will provide an overview of Grapevine Main Station's features, including Harvest Hall, Peace Plaza, and the observation tower. Talking points include an informational overview of the town's history and art scene. Once in the tower, our knowledgeable tour guides will describe points of interest in Grapevine and the DFW Metroplex from 125 feet in the air. To purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTicketline.com. Days: Daily
Times: Monday – Friday, 10:30 am – 7 pm; Saturday, 9:30 am – 7pm; Sunday, 11:30 am – 5 pm
Location: Grapevine Main Station, 815 South Main Street
Fee: $3 per person
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