Splish, splash. That’s the only sound we want to hear this weekend when we’re not out and about. Because a swimming pool is pretty much the only oasis other than a freezing-cold Starbucks to soothe our overheated soul.
Here are five great events to pass the time between cannonballs.
Today
Ruthie’s Food Truck at Thanks-Giving Square
What: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, head downtown to the Ruthie’s food truck where proceeds from your appetite benefit the good work over at Cafe Momentum.
The Full Scoop: www.ruthiesfoodtrucks.com; www.cafemomentum.org
Friday – Saturday
Kennedy Davenport at the Rose Room
What: Local RuPaul’s Drag Race royalty performs two nights in a row at the Rose Room.
The Full Scoop: www.partyattheblock.com
Friday
Flashback to the ‘80s
What: The Quarter Bar in Uptown launches a new promotion starting Friday with ‘80s music and movies, plus Reagan-era pricing from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on drinks, including $2 domestic beers and well drinks.
The Full Scoop: www.quarterbardallas.com
Saturday
Sausage Fest 2015
What: Despite the name, this is actually a very G-rated event featuring cold beer, sausages and an appearance by Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel. Like you’d miss that.
The Full Scoop: www.dfw.cbslocal.com
The Leo Party
What: Head to the Hidden Door patio for the Miss Leo Contest and other lion-themed festivities, presented by AIDS Interfaith Network benefiting the Daire Center.
The Full Scoop: www.aidsinterfaithnetwork.com
