Arlington Today: Reverse Trade Show, World Cup Soccer Art, And Storm Conference Prep
Arlington, TX – February 19, 2026 – City trade show, World Cup soccer art exhibit, and a national storm conference highlight today’s top local updates.
Arlington, TX residents have a full slate of local happenings on the horizon, from city contracting opportunities to World Cup-themed art and severe weather education.
City invites local vendors to Reverse Trade Show
The City of Arlington is calling on small businesses to pitch their services at its upcoming Reverse Trade Show, designed to connect local vendors directly with city departments.
The free event is set for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bob Duncan Center on South Center Street. Instead of traditional exhibitor booths, city staff will be stationed around the hall while business owners walk the floor, introduce themselves, and learn about upcoming bid and contract needs.
Arlington is especially interested in trade services such as landscaping, electrical work, plumbing, concrete, janitorial services, and suppliers of uniforms, furniture, chemicals, and maintenance materials. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards, a short capability statement, and be ready to network.
World Cup fan experience planned at Arlington Museum of Art
As AT&T Stadium prepares to host 2026 World Cup matches, the Arlington Museum of Art has unveiled plans for ‘More Than a Match,’ a four-exhibition fan experience celebrating global soccer culture.
The museum says the series will trace the history of the World Cup, highlight past tournaments and iconic players, and showcase maps of participating countries in the 2026 competition. Fans can expect displays of team memorabilia, a community installation built from soccer scarves, and contemporary artwork inspired by the sport and its followers.
The experience is designed to give local residents and visiting supporters a deeper look at the passion, rivalry, and camaraderie that surround the world’s game while positioning downtown Arlington as part of the broader World Cup spotlight.
National storm conference headed to UTA campus
Severe weather enthusiasts and professionals will converge on Arlington next month for the 2026 TESSA National Storm Conference, hosted in the Bluebonnet Ballroom at the University of Texas at Arlington.
The free, all day event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Organizers say it is geared toward storm spotters, chasers, first responders, emergency managers, educators, and anyone with a serious interest in severe weather.
Attendees can expect presentations from experts across public and private sectors, covering topics from storm safety and forecasting to field research. No registration is required, making it an easy way for local residents to sharpen their weather awareness ahead of spring storm season.
College baseball set to draw fans to Globe Life Field
Baseball returns to the Entertainment District this weekend with the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field. Powerhouse programs, including a top five ranked Auburn squad, are heading to Arlington for a three day showcase running February 20 through 22.
The tournament is expected to bring extra traffic and visitors around Interstate 30 and Stadium Drive as fans take in multiple games each day. Local hotels, restaurants, and nearby attractions are preparing for a busy weekend as college baseball opens its 2026 slate in a big league ballpark.
Sources
- https://www.arlingtontx.gov/News-Articles/2026/February/Pitch-Your-Businesses-at-City-of-Arlingtons-Reverse-Trade-Show
- https://arlingtonmuseum.org/news/morethanamatch
- https://www.arlington.org/event/2026-tessa-national-storm-conference/28496/
- https://globelifefield.com/
- https://auburntigers.com/news/2026/02/19/auburn-in-arlington-no-5-tigers-return-to-globe-life-field
