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6/3/2026 10:00 AM (CST) RIPLEYS GRAND PRAIRIE HONORS MARILYN MONROE

Mary Jane Coker — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 Z

One of the most famous dresses in entertainment history is coming to North Texas this summer. In celebration of what would have been Marilyn Monroes 100th birthday, Ripleys Believe It or Not! Grand Prairie will showcase a limited-time display beginning June 5 featuring the legendary Marilyn Monroe Happy Birthday dress, along with memorabilia connected to the stars life, career and enduring pop culture legacy.

Born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926, Marilyn Monroe became one of Hollywoods most recognizable icons. On May 19, 1962, she famously sang Happy Birthday to President John F. Kennedy while wearing a sparkling Jean Louis dress adorned with more than 6,000 hand-sewn rhinestones.

Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment purchased the dress in 2016 for $4.8 million, making it the most expensive dress ever sold at auction. From her signature screen presence to her timeless fashion, Monroe remains a symbol of Old Hollywood glamour and continues to captivate fans around the world.

For a limited time only, North Texans can see the famous dress up close at Ripleys Believe It or Not! Grand Prairie, along with additional pieces connected to Monroes story. The display gives local guests and summer travelers a rare opportunity to experience a piece of entertainment history in the heart of North Texas.

Marilyn Monroe remains one of the most recognizable icons in pop culture history, said Ripley Entertainments Regional Manager Rachel Rotella. With visitors looking for unique experiences across North Texas this summer, this is a rare opportunity to see Marilyn Monroes dress that represents one of the most unforgettable moments in Hollywood history.

The Marilyn Monroe display is included with admission to Ripleys Believe It or Not! Grand Prairie, where guests can explore hundreds of rare and unusual artifacts and get hands-on with unbelievable interactives.

For tickets and more information, click here.

About Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment

Built on the foundation of a daily newspaper cartoon in 1918 still in print today Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment has grown to be a global leader in family entertainment with more than 100 attractions across nine countries. Along with Ripleys Believe It or Not!, Ripleys Aquariums, Great Wolf Lodge (Niagara Falls), Guinness World Records attractions, wax museums, traveling shows, miniature golf courses, mirror mazes, and more, the world of Ripleys continues to grow through exciting new experiences, and online content.

Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment is a proud member of The Jim Pattison Group, Canadas largest private company. Learn more about Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment by visiting Ripleys.com and following on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

6/3/2026 10:00 AM (CST) RIPLEYS GRAND PRAIRIE HONORS MARILYN MONROEa

Mary Jane Coker — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 Z

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6/21/2026 (All Day) Dad's Get In FREE at Hawaiian Falls On June 21st

Mary Jane Coker — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z

Dad deserves a special day, and Hawaiian Falls is the perfect gift. Dads get free admission all day long on June 21st in honor of Father's Day. Dad can enjoy Special prices on Craft beers and cocktails and snacks.

Hawaiian Falls Waterparks has been serving Texas families for more than 20 years, with locations in Roanoke, Mansfield, and Waco, Texas. Hawaiian Falls has been named among the Top 20 Best Waterparks in the United States. The parks feature a wide variety of attractions, slides, and amenities designed to create lasting memories for the families and communities they serve. For more information about Hawaiian Falls, including operating hours and details for the Mansfield, Roanoke, and Waco locations, visit hfalls.com.

In 2025, Hawaiian Falls was acquired by Orlandobased Ripleys Believe It or Not! World Entertainment, reinforcing a shared commitment to continued investment and long-term growth.