Culture & Dining News
Restaurants, openings, arts, and things to do in Southwest Dallas.
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 whiskey, is proud to announce Ranch Reserve Series.
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, 750ml, $89.99 SRP) and House Blanco (40% ABV, 750ml, $69.99 SRP)…
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.
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.
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 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup.
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.
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 not my burger-loving spouse, who deserved a special reward…
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.
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 music in the heart of their own communities.
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 District, you’ll feel right at home.
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 Broadway Dallas.
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 just looking for an excuse to salt a rim on a Taco Tuesday…
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.
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 its 2026 season, along with a lineup of new park enhan…
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 exhibits. The installation of the exhibits coincides with the…
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.
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 off the festival. The USAFF’s Centerpiece Screening will be…
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 Kinky Boots are avalable now at attpac.org.
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.
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.
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 recently tried the Anniversary Celebration Menu at Perry’s…
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 reception and tours of the building Wed., April 8.
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 one of the largest collections of Spanish art in the U.S…
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.
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 experience a jubilant musical celebration with America250.
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. Since its founding in 2016, the program has provided more than…
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 artist’s work ever produced.
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 foods.
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 Hall at Fair Park are on sale now at BroadwayDallas.org or…
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 Indian tradition celebrated in cities around the world, the free…
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 brunch and baskets for loved ones, Nothing Bundt Cakes is…
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 performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.
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 (1441 N. Beckley Avenue).
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 philanthropic communities. The VIP Party is April 9 (ticketed), 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 launched Luxury Collection. The five-star resort introduces a…
Dallas Whiskey Riot Returns to Fair Park March 14
Dallas Whiskey Riot festival returns to Fair Park’s Tower Building Sat., March 14, with over 150 whiskies on tap.
Equest Holds Run for the Roses Blue Ribbon Gala April 25
Equest’s 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala April 25 is inspired by Run for the Roses. The gala honors 45 years of perseverance, progress, and powerful breakthroughs achieved through Equest’s programs. Individual tickets for the Gala are available for $400 each at…
The Music Man at AT&T Dallas Broadway at the Center
The Music Man is presented by AT&T Broadway at the Center series at the Winspear Opera House for four performances only, March 12-14. Broadway at the Center is presented by Vivent and Reliant.
Dallas Theater Center Presents Ragtime at Wyly Theater March 27-April 19
Dallas Theater Center (DTC) presents the sweeping musical Ragtime at the Wyly Theatre March 27-April 19. The production is presented in partnership with SMU Meadows School of the Arts and the Sexton Institute for Musical Theatre. Based on E.L.
Saint Patrick’s Celebrations in DFW
Saint Patrick’s Day is March 17, and DFW venues are putting out the shamrocks and brewing green beer to welcome all their Irish and wanna-be Irish guests to the celebration. It’s Bennigan’s 50th anniversary, just in time for everyone’s favorite Irish holiday.