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10 Best Concerts of the Week: Pixies, Fall Out Boy, Emperor and More

10 Best Concerts of the Week: Pixies, Fall Out Boy, Emperor and More

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, June 21–27

The Best Things To Do in Dallas, June 21–27

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The Best Ways To Celebrate Juneteenth in Dallas This Year

By Malen Blackmon
Jun 14, 2023

Whether you want to celebrate with soul music, have some soul food, or reflect on African art, DFW has every kind of Juneteenth event this week.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, June 14–20

By Danny Gallagher
Jun 14, 2023

This week's best DFW events include several celebrations for Juneteenth, Pride Month and Fathers' Day, live productions of “Grease” and “Fly By Night” and a chance to quench your thirst with some classic cocktails.
The Best Things To Do This Father's Day in DFW With Every Type of Dad

By Danny Gallagher
Jun 9, 2023

All dads are different. Some like staying at home and relaxing with a good movies. Others can't be contained no much how much duct tape it takes to keep them in one place. Here's a guide to the best things to do in Dallas on Father's Day for every type of father out there.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, June 7–13

By Merritt Martin
Jun 7, 2023

The nights are warming up and Pride Month continues. With Fan Expo, Pride in Bloom and Alamo's drag brunch, you can celebrate all of it. Here's our list of best events in Dallas this week.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, June 1–6

By Merritt Martin
Jun 1, 2023

As a non-profit, The Moth is dedicated to storytelling. The organization celebrates the human experience as told by those actual humans, and it even helps those humans learn to better express themselves.
Balthazar Getty Takes Us Inside the Surrealist World of Director David Lynch

By Danny Gallagher
May 25, 2023

Balthazar Getty shares some of David Lynch's secrets.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, May 24–30

By Merritt Martin
May 24, 2023

He’s one of the greatest filmmakers of our time. He is the David Lynch. The Texas Theatre (231 W. Jefferson Blvd.) launches A Complete Retrospective — a Lynchian festival, of 35 millimeter proportions — Wednesday, May 24, at 8 and 9 p.m. with Wild at Heart and Eraserhead, respectively.
Jess Garland’s Luminescence Sheds Light on Racial Inequity With a Laser Harp Show

By Ava Thompson
May 24, 2023

Jess Garland will play a high-tech classical show to shine a light on racial inequity.
An Easy Primer on the Definitive Early Works of David Lynch Ahead of a Dallas Retrospective

By Danny Gallagher
May 22, 2023

The Texas Theatre is hosting a full retrospective on the life and art of filmmaker David Lynch — whose movies like Eraserhead, Blue Velvet and Dune and shows like Twin Peaks have baffled and beguiled audiences for years.
John Early Is Known for Search Party and Other Roles, But Stand-Up Lets Him Be Himself

By Danny Gallagher
May 20, 2023

You know John Early from his wacky, sometimes evil, TV roles, but you should get to know the real JOhn Early at his stand-up musical show in Dallas.
Cirque du Soleil Takes on the Afterlife With the Delightful Corteo in Frisco

By Mike Brooks
May 19, 2023

The new production by Canadian dreammakers Cirque du Soleil is a real stunner. Take a peek through our photos.
Get Your Passport for the East Dallas Cocktail Tour

By Jack Moraglia
May 19, 2023

Wanna get away, but not in the cards this summer? East Dallas is launching a cocktail passport this summer.
Willie Nelson’s Story Is Even Cooler Than We Know – Learn About it at UNT's Campus

By Elvis Anderson
May 18, 2023

The Willie Nelson Picnic is coming up on its 50th edition, just in time to celebrate the music legend's 90th birthday. A series at UNT in Denton examines the legend.
A Stunning South African Art Exhibition Makes an Impact in the Heart of Fair Park

By Scott Tucker
May 17, 2023

The exhibition reminds us of the parallels between the apartheid and Jim Crow laws.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, May 17–23

By Danny Gallagher
May 17, 2023

This week's collection of things to do include a fundraiser for a Dallas comedy icon, a retelling of one of Disney's classic animated film on the stage and a performance by comedian John Early.
Oscar-Winning Cinematographer Roger Deakins Will Spend a Weekend With DFW Filmmakers

By Danny Gallagher
May 16, 2023

One of the film industry's most acclaimed and sought after photographers and scene-shooters is coming to town in early June. Sir Roger A. Deakins is coming to Dallas June 8-11.
The Visual SpeedBump Art Tour Celebrates 23 Years of Oak Cliff’s Artistic Weirdness

By Kendall Morgan
May 11, 2023

Don't be mad at us later. We told you about this event. Go inside artists' studios and find you some of that Austin weirdness.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, May 10–16

By Merritt Martin
May 10, 2023

Get off the couch because it's a real mother of a week for culture in Dallas: Billy Porter, Magen King and Averie Bishop are just a few of the shining stars.
From Goat Yoga to Galas, the 10 Best Mother’s Day Events in DFW

By Ava Thompson
May 5, 2023

Show your Mom you value the sacrifices she made for you by actually taking her out this Mother's Day
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, May 3–9

By Merritt Martin
May 3, 2023

Get over your "Succession" stress by getting out of the house for some culture. Cinco de Mayo events, Boot Scootin' Skate Night, Black Heritage Celebration and Echo Theatre's "Natural Shocks" are just a few options.

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