Culture & Dining News
Restaurants, openings, arts, and things to do in Southwest Dallas.
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa Launches Summer of Glow with Drone Shows, Darius Rucker & Unlimited Ice Crea
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa has some exciting events planned for its annual Summer of Glow, a season-long series of immersive experiences running through Labor Day. Guests can expect weekly drone…
Chicken Cock Whiskey Celebrates 170 Years with Bold Label Refresh
BARDSTOWN, Ky., /PRNewswire/ — Chicken Cock Whiskey, one of America’s oldest whiskey brands established in 1856, is proud to unveil a comprehensive label refresh for its core portfolio. Launched in…
Clue Comes to Broadway Dallas June 16-28
CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to Dallas’ Winspear Opera House from June 16 to June 28 as part of the…
Garrison Brothers Distillery Announces the Launch of Ranch Reserve Series
Hye, Texas – Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handcrafted, corn-to-cork bourbon…
House of Rare Tequila launched House Blanco ($69.99) and Reposado ($89.99)
JALISCO, MX – June 2, 2026 – House of Rare Tequila, the small batch, experimental tequila brand coveted by collectors, is proud to announce the launch of its core range – House Reposado (40% ABV,…
Tequila Don Julio 1942 Reveals Port of Champions Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final
NEW YORK, NY — June 4, 2026 — As the world turns its attention to New York and New Jersey for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final, Tequila Don Julio 1942 is redefining the art of celebration with Port of…
Adult Getaways in Grapevine, Texas
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (June 4, 2026) – Grapevine is the ideal destination in North Texas for refreshing adult getaways and day trips this Summer. Located on the shores of Lake Grapevine and home to Dallas…
African American Museum, Dallas Unveils Major Renovations
The African American Museum, Dallas and Dallas City officials celebrated major renovations, new investments and partnerships at the Fair Park cultural institution. The multi-million-dollar…
Visit Dallas Launches FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup
DALLAS, — As Dallas prepares to welcome a global audience for nine World Cup matches in 2026, Visit Dallas and the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee is proud to introduce the FIFA World Cup 26…
DQ’s June Blizzard of the Month Is the Drumstick Blizzard
BEDFORD, Texas (June 2, 2026) – School is out for summer and DQ restaurants in Texas have the perfect reason to add a sweet treat to your summer plans. This June, the fan-favorite Drumstick® Blizzard…
Hat Creek Burger Company & Terry Black’s Barbecue Team Up for LTO
Who could refuse an invitation to sample Hat Creek Burger Company’s LTO offering of a Texas-sized burger combined with Terry Black’s legendary chopped brisket and sweet-and-tangy BBQ sauce? Certainly…
Nic Nicosia: Everyday Surreal Now Open at the Nasher in Dallas
Nic Nicosia: Everyday Surreal, a survey of the last 25 years of one of the city’s most celebrated living artists, is now open at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas through Aug. 16. The stunning…
DSO Adds Three Free Parks Concerts
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is kicking off summer with three free parks concerts in Downtown Dallas. The DSO invites families, neighbors, and music lovers to enjoy an evening of live symphonic…
Yardbird Brings Southern Style Food and Hospitality to Dallas
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar’s team greet their guests with real Southern-style, downhome warmth and hospitality. From the moment you enter Yardbird’s spacious premises in the downtown Dallas Park…
Broadway Dallas Brings Wicked Back to Fair Park
Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) bring WICKED, Dallas’s most popular musical, back to the Music Hall at Fair Park May 6–June 14, as part of the 2025/2026 Broadway Series presented by…
Elevate Your Cinco de Mayo with Craft Tequila Cocktails
Cinco de Mayo is basically the official kickoff to “Patio Season,” and a mediocre mixer simply won’t cut it when the sun is out and the vibes are high. Whether you’re throwing a full-blown fiesta or…
Moms Deserve More Days in May
Moms deserve more than just one day in May, and some local venues are offering a way to make it a month-long celebration. Hotel 1928, a boutique property renovated and designed by Chip & Joanna…
Hawaiian Falls to Opens 2026 Season On May 9
Parks Invested $1 million in enhancements, new events, and special experiences ROANOKE, Texas (April 24, 2026) — Hawaiian Falls, North Texas’ family‑friendly water parks, announced opening dates for…
Exciting New Exhibitions Open at the Cedar Hill Museum of History
The Cedar Hill Museum of History, a small history museum dedicated to community learning through the preservation of cultural and natural heritage in Cedar Hill, recently opened two new permanent…
Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF)
The 40th Anniversary Gala of the Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF) brought a delightful mix of creatively costumed celebrants to “Party Like It’s 1986” at the Renaissance Dallas April 18. The annual…
2026 USA Film Festival (USAFF) at Angelika Film Center, Dallas
2026 USA Film Festival (USAFF) returns for its 56th edition April 22-26 to the Angelika Film Center in Dallas. Warren Elgort’s “Authur Elgort: Models & Muses” with Arthur Elgort in attendance kicks…
Kinky Boots Struts Into Dallas April 23-25
KINKY BOOTS struts back into Dallas with a limited engagement of the multi-award-winning Broadway musical at Winspear Opera House April 23-25. Tickets for the North American Touring production of…
Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in DFW
Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s 1862 victory over the second French Empire each year on May 5, marking the event with colorful parades, fiestas, and special restaurant offers. As Cinco de Mayo…
Friends of the Dallas Public Library Presents Literary Lions Luncheon
The Friends of the Dallas Public Library (FoDPL) will hold its annual Literary Lions Luncheon on Wed., April 22, marking more than 75 years of championing the Dallas Public Library. Held during…
Perry’s Steakhouse Puts Romance on Anniversary Celebration Menu
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille invites diners to celebrate their romance with the new Anniversary Celebration Menu, available at all Perry’s locations. Intrigued by the idea, colleague Chris Waits and I…
The Historic Lancaster Theatre Hosts Reopening Events
The Historic Lancaster Theatre (THLT) brings an eclectic variety of shows and events to celebrate its highly anticipated grand reopening. The historic venue’s opening events started with a special…
Meadows Museum Hosts Celebrate Spain 2026
Meadows Museum celebrates the spirit of Spain deep in the heart of Texas with their free annual event featuring live music, artmaking, a bustling mercado, and Spanish cuisine. The event is set within…
The Samurai Collection, Dallas, Samurai to the Imperial Court at DMA
The Samurai Collection, Dallas, Samurai to the Imperial Court is the fascinating new exhibition at Dallas Museum of Art, on display now through Sept. 6. The exhibition is compiled through more than…
Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO) Celebrates America250
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with a weekend of concerts April 10-12 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. The special concerts invite DSO audiences to…
Big Tex Urban Farms Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary in 2026
Big Tex Urban Farms, the innovative agricultural initiative of the State Fair of Texas, is celebrating a major milestone in 2026: Ten years of growing fresh food and giving back to the community.…
Hunt Slonem Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies at Dallas Arboretum April 20-Sept. 30
Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies exhibit opens at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden April 20, transorming the 66-acre garden into the largest outdoor gallery of the globally recognized…
Popular Eataly Pizza Fest – Dallas Returns to NorthPark April 19
The popular Eataly Pizza Fest – Dallas returns to NorthPark April 19, for the second annual event. Pizza Fest brings together 25 of DFW’s best pizza spots to celebrate one of the world’s favorite…
Some Like It Hot Musical Returns to Dallas March 31
Some Like It Hot, the song and dance spectacular musical, returns to Dallas March 31-April 12, presented by Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA). Tickets to all performances at the Music…
Festival of Joy Returns to Klyde Warren Park in Dallas
A Festival of Joy returns to Klyde Warren Park for the seventh year on Sat. April 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a kaleidoscope of colors, flowers, music, dancing and more. Inspired by a global…
Special Easter Offers Bring DFW Families Together
Easter is a special time for families, and DFW restaurants and venues offer a variety of activities, brunches, and other events that all ages can celebrate together. From backyard egg hunts to Easter…
Bad Seed Continues at Duncanville Community Theatre
Bad Seed, a drama by Maxwell Anderson adapted from the novel by William March, continues its run at Duncanville Community Theatre this weekend, March 19-21. The play is directed by Kevin Paris, and…
Roland Parrish Honored with Oak Cliff Lions Humanitarian Award
Roland Parrish will by honored with the 2026 Oak Cliff Lions Club Bill Melton Humanitarian Award Wed., April 22. The award lunch will start at 11:30 a.m. in Hitt Auditorium, Methodist Hospital Dallas…
The Studio Benefits Dwell with Dignity April 10-May 9
The STUDIO (formerly Thrift Studio), presented by Amazon, benefits Dwell with Dignity. The organization’s flagship annual fundraiser is a longstanding spring event within Dallas’ design and…
A New Wave of Luxury: Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Reveals the First of Its Reimagined Water Villas
Malé, Maldives – Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has unveiled the first phase of its resortwide design transformation, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the property under Sun Siyam’s newly…
Mansfield Summit Gets Free Burgers at Hat Creek
Mansfield Summit and other Texas high school basketball teams are headed to the Men’s State Basketball tournament in San Antonio this weekend. Hat Creek Burger Company is tipping off the big weekend…