Nestled between Fort Worth and Dallas, Grand Prairie is a must for Texas travelers.

(DFW International Airport is minutes away.)

There are also plenty of entertainment spots to keep families and sports enthusiasts happy.

Grand Prairie, TX downtown

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Visitors may find cheaper rates during summer months, while winters have mild temperatures and seasonal fun.

Here are our favorite things to do during a visit to Grand Prairie, Texas.

Here, you’ll find local performers doing their take on everything fromMoanatoThe Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Texas Trust CU Theatre

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Special events are held throughout the year and include live music, crawfish boils, and community walks.

Take a break from bargain hunting and hop on a ride at the on-site amusement park.

Courts are both indoors and outside, so you get to choose where to play.

Farmers market at Market Square

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Visitors can catch a match or the play-off series during the leagues summer season.

Race down the side-by-side E-Racer, or splash into the Swimming Hole.

Rent a cabana for a private space for your group to retreat to between thrills.

Traders Village

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From rare artifacts, mind-bending illusions, interactive exhibits, and unique collections, theres a lot to explore.

The outdoor seating surrounds a family-friendly green space thats a great spot to catch live national and local performers.

Order the weekend-onlyLoaded Nachosfor sharing, and try a craft cocktail from Mamas Bar.

Chicken N Pickle

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They offer everything from tea to Vietnamese pastries to noodle dishes.

Savor the pho at Pho Hung or Pho Ngon 999.

Sample Thai and Cambodian street food at Apsara or Tokyo-style ramen at Sakari.

Asia Times Square

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At the Hawaiian-inspired Pokesaur, choose between poke, onigiri, musubi, and more.

Choose from cottage or villa suites, or stay in the main house.

thesanfordhouse.com, 506 North Center Street, Arlington, TX 76011

Joe Pool Lake

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Zavala’s Barbecue

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