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MAVS PLAYER LUKA DONCIC WAS TRADED IN A SHOCKING TURN OF EVENTS - THANK YOU, LUKA FOR YOUR TIME HERE IN DALLASWe don’t e...
02/02/2025

MAVS PLAYER LUKA DONCIC WAS TRADED IN A SHOCKING TURN OF EVENTS - THANK YOU, LUKA FOR YOUR TIME HERE IN DALLAS

We don’t even know what to say, y’all. We were about to turn off the lights and then this shocking post popped up in our feed, making us feel like we’d perhaps already fallen asleep and woken up in the twilight zone.

LUKA WAS TRADED TO THE LAKERS
We likely aren’t breaking the news to you, as we aren’t usually ones to break nationalDallas Maverickss but ifLuka Doncict heard heard: beloved sMAXI KLEBERayer was traded, along with .kleber and Markieff Morris for , just as Saturday night came to an end.

AT A LOSS FOR WORDS
We don’t usually give strong opinions on our platform because this isn’t about us as it is y’all. But upon already reading numerous comments from fans, we think we can pretty strongly say that this is heartbreaking news all around

A STAR FOR THE CITY
Luka wasn’t just the star player for the Mavs, he was a star for Dallas as a whole. We fell in love with him over the last seven years as he started and grew his NBA career here, and are now at a loss for words.

(Luka reportedly did not ask to be traded.)

THANK YOU LUKA!
As we process this, all we can say is THANK YOU! We are so grateful for your tenure here, you made our city proud and you will be SORELY missed. 💙

PS when we wake up tomorrow, this will have all been a bad dream right?! 😢

10 BUDGET-FRIENDLY DATE NIGHT IDEAS IN DALLASFrom mini-golf, five-course meals, and movie nights, we’ve rounded up 10 da...
01/27/2025

10 BUDGET-FRIENDLY DATE NIGHT IDEAS IN DALLAS

From mini-golf, five-course meals, and movie nights, we’ve rounded up 10 date night ideas in Dallas that won’t break the bank! Save this post for your next date night and let us know if we missed any specials in the comments below.
ROUND.DALLAS
Their walk-in only offer includes 9 holes of mini-golf for two, two cocktails, and outdoor games for $40
📍 West Dallas
📅 Monday-Thursday


Private 75-minute gaming experience with over 500 challenges for $25/person
📍 Multiple Locations
📅 Monday-Thursday


Five-course menu experience with all you can eat pizza for $25/person
📍 Multiple Locations
📅 Daily for dinner
TWO.DALLAS
Unlimited free play on retro arcade games for $5/person, plus a $12 game card for couples to compete, and end with two cocktail shots of choice
📍Bishop Arts
📅 Daily after 7pm


Dinner for two with an appetizer, two entrees, dessert, and bottle of wine for $50
📍 Henderson Ave.
📅 Wednesday nights


Head to this theater on a Tuesday to catch any movie for just $5, with heated reclining seats and food/drinks sent right to your seat
📍 Multiple Locations
📅 All day Tuesdays


Full restaurant and bar and 9-hole mini-golf with tech-infused game play for $14/person, and half-off your second round Mon-Thurs
📍 Addison
📅 Daily


Enjoy a special date night menu on Wednesdays, which includes a bottle of wine, choice of appetizer, main course (five options) and dessert for $89/couple
📍 Uptown
📅 Wednesday nights


Try their all-you-can-eat Brazilian prix fixe dinner for $36/person, or $20/person at lunch
📍 Addison
📅 Daily


Compete in four activities (baseball, golf, axe throwing, and darts) for two total hours of play at $25/person (plus, a 40 tap self-serve beer wall!)
📍Lewisville
📅 Daily

CHEERS TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH AUTHENTIC ASIAN FOOD & DRINKS, LIVE PERFORMANCES, AND MORE AT THE FREE ANNUAL DFW C...
01/22/2025

CHEERS TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH AUTHENTIC ASIAN FOOD & DRINKS, LIVE PERFORMANCES, AND MORE AT THE FREE ANNUAL DFW CHINATOWN CELEBRATION!

Get ready to ring in the Chinese New Year with an epic day of fun, culture, and delicious eats! and the Dallas Chinese Community Center are hosting the annual DFW Chinatown Celebration on Saturday, February 8th, and it’s completely free to attend! Expect authentic food, family-friendly activities, and live performances to kick off the Year of the Snake in style!

THE EPICENTER OF ASIAN FOOD IN DALLAS
Known as the epicenter of Asian food and culture in Dallas, DFW’s Chinatown goes all out for their annual celebration of the Chinese New Year! This festival is a great opportunity to celebrate the new year and explore and experience authentic Asian traditions! Chinatown is located in Richardson’s CORE District off Greenville Avenue, which also happens to be known as the “Best Foodie City in Texas!”

WHAT TO EXPECT
Bring the whole crew for a day of fun, and family-friendly activities including Chinese paper cutting, calligraphy, dragon dances, cultural performances, origami making, and more! There will also be tons of food trucks with authentic Asian food, including favorites like , , and !

EVENT DETAILS
This FREE community celebration will take place at 400 N Greenville Avenue from 11am - 3pm! There will be parking onsite and in the surrounding areas, but be sure to get there early if you want to park close because this event draws thousands of people every year!

This is such a fun and unique weekend activity in Dallas, so tag your friend group and make plans to attend this FREE, culturally rich celebration!

WHAT IF JULIET’S STORY DIDN’T END WITH ROMEO? THIS HILARIOUS, EMPOWERING, POP-FILLED MUSICAL IS COMING TO DALLAS!What if...
01/22/2025

WHAT IF JULIET’S STORY DIDN’T END WITH ROMEO? THIS HILARIOUS, EMPOWERING, POP-FILLED MUSICAL IS COMING TO DALLAS!

What if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? &Juliet is a fresh and hilarious twist on Shakespeare’s most famous love story. Instead of heartbreak, Juliet rewrites her own story! Catch this empowering musical at the Music Hall at from January 28 to February 9, brought to you by !

&JULIET
Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is,“ and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

BROADWAY DALLAS
Broadway Dallas continues to wow us with some of the best musicals in town, hosting shows at iconic venues like the Music Hall at Fair Park and the Winspear Opera House. We’re so lucky to have them bringing us Broadway favorites like Wicked, Hamilton, Mamma Mia, and more! Their full-season lineup is available on their website and is packed with incredible productions, including:

Hadestown
Back to the Future: The Musical
Mamma Mia!
Disney’s The Lion King
Life of Pi
The Wiz

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Tickets are starting at $30 so head to the link in ’ bio to grab your tickets to & Juliet before they’re gone!

Tag your musical-loving friends, turn up your favorite pop hits, and make plans to see this unforgettable show!

160,000 SQ FT OPEN-AIR RETAIL & DINING DEVELOPMENT IS COMING TO THE DESIGN DISTRICT IN 2026The Design District is gainin...
01/20/2025

160,000 SQ FT OPEN-AIR RETAIL & DINING DEVELOPMENT IS COMING TO THE DESIGN DISTRICT IN 2026

The Design District is gaining 160,000 sq ft of space called The Seam, that will bring over five dozen spaces for restaurants, retail, wellness, fitness, showrooms, cafes and more, while situated among green space in the center.

We are here to break down the details of what to expect!

A LUXURY, OPEN-AIR SPACE
Redeveloping the 1970s retail plaza at 1444 Oak Lawn (next to the exterior wall of Carbone), The Seam will aim to create a “sophisticated retail destination.” It will feature green space, large windows, natural tones, courtyards and more.

WHAT WILL BE INCLUDED
According to a site plan found online:
🍴6 restaurants
☕️ 1 cafe
🧘‍♀️ 8 showrooms or fitness/wellness spaces
🛍️ 30+ retail spaces

WHAT DO YOU THINK?!
Development is always a hot topic and one that people have lots of opinions on, so we would love Chris Kahleu think?! Tell us in the comments below!

And stay tuned as we share any announcements related to brands and restaurants coming to the complex when information is available!

CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR AT THE BEAUTIFUL THUONG HANH BUDDHIST MONASTERY THIS SUNDAY IN MCKINNEY! Head up North for a tr...
01/18/2025

CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR AT THE BEAUTIFUL THUONG HANH BUDDHIST MONASTERY THIS SUNDAY IN MCKINNEY!

Head up North for a traditional Spring Festival as a part of their month-long Lunar New Year festivities, all day THIS Sunday!!

A TRADITIONAL TET CELEBRATION
TET is a three day holiday in Vietnam that marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year, and the Thuong Hang Buddhist Monastery is providing a traditional celebration for anyone in the metroplex to come enjoy!

ALL THE ACTIVITIES
🥟 Try a selection of vegetarian dishes and traditional Vietnamese street foods.

🌸 Take all the photos among the beautiful spring-themed displays

🎲 Play spring games and a sing-a-long program for kids and adults alike

🛍️ Shop Tet-themed stalls and gift shops for products to celebrate the New Year

🎵 Enjoy traditional music during the evening to round out the event!

SUNDAY DETAILS
The festival will go from 10am-8pm so go early or come later for music! The monastery is located up in McKinney at 2301 Woodlawn Rd.

A BIT ABOUT THE MONASTERY
Thuong Hang can be visited daily, and features a serene Zen garden, 35-ft Guan Yin statue and more on its beautiful grounds. In addition, there are Friday night (7pm) and Sunday morning (10:30am) meditation services in English.

MORE LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS
If you can’t make it Sunday, on Wednesday 1/29, there will be other (smaller) events throughout the next several weeks - visit the Thuong Hanh page for more details.

HEB IS OFFICIALLY & FINALLY COMING TO DALLAS PROPER, Y’ALL!!!!The day that many of you have been waiting for, for a VERY...
01/16/2025

HEB IS OFFICIALLY & FINALLY COMING TO DALLAS PROPER, Y’ALL!!!!

The day that many of you have been waiting for, for a VERY long time is finally here: beloved Texas grocery store is coming to Dallas!

THE NORTH DALLAS DETAILS
The company has announced that it purchased a 10-acre piece of land at the corner of LBJ Freeway and Hillcrest Road in North Dallas.

SURROUNDING COMMUNITY
HEB looks forward to collaborating with the neighborhood and city officials to “rezone and develop the site…’to create a destination that best supports this community,’” according to the Fox 4 article.

TIMELINE
Currently, there is no timeline for construction start or store opening but stay tuned! We will share when we know more ourselves.

IRVING LOCATION ALSO COMING
Another HEB is coming to Dallas County, emphasis on county not city, in Irving! It’s expected to open on 2026 at 635 and Beltline Rd. So depending on where you are in Dallas, it could be closer to you than this new location.

So Dallasites, what do we think?? Are we excited?

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35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DFW TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025! 2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live pe...
01/13/2025

35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DFW TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025!

2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live performances in Dallas! Whether you’re into country, hip-hop, pop, or comedy shows, there’s something for everyone!


📅 Jan 18th | 📍American Airlines


📅 Jan 10th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Jan 16th | 📍The Factory


📅 Jan 18th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 Jan 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Jan 23rd | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Jan 25th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 28th | 📍Silo


📅 Feb 28th | 📍South Side Ballroom


📅 Feb 8th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Feb 8th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 Feb 15th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Feb 21st | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Feb 21st | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 19th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Feb 26th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 March 5th | 📍Dos Equis


📅 March 17th | 📍American Airlines


📅 March 6th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre


📅 March 15th | 📍American Airlines


📅 March 22nd | 📍Toyota Music Factory


📅 March 27th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 March 8th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 April 14th | 📍AT&T


📅 April 18th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 April 9th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre


📅 April 23rd | 📍Dos Equis Pavilion

&
📅 April 26th | 📍AT&T


📅 April 11th | 📍Longhorn Ballroom


📅 April 24th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 April 26th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 May 2nd | 📍AT&T


📅 May 9th | 📍AT&T


📅 May 1st | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 May 1st | 📍Echo Lounge


📅 May 21st | 📍Toyota Music Factory


📅 June 11th | 📍Globe Life Field


📅 June 17th | 📍South Side Ballroom


📅 June 6th | 📍Globe Life Field

HOW THE DFW COMMUNITY CAN SUPPORT LOS ANGELES FIRE VICTIMS As Dallas warms up from the last two days and focuses our ene...
01/12/2025

HOW THE DFW COMMUNITY CAN SUPPORT LOS ANGELES FIRE VICTIMS

As Dallas warms up from the last two days and focuses our energy elsewhere, we are seeing the community start to mobilize for Los Angeles fire victims. We are sharing those ways to support - please shout any we may have missed!

PS shoutout to and for sending six members total to Los Angeles to provide critical support.

PHYSICAL DONATIONS - NORTH DALLAS & UPTOWN
An amazing Dallasite is shipping a pod to California full of donations from our community and is collecting donations for it. Bring non-perishables, baby items and gently used clothes to either the Preston Center or West Village locations - they have collection bins!

PHYSICAL DONATIONS - EAST DALLAS
Coffee shop is renting a U-HAUL, parked in front of their shop for a week and are asking for kids donations! Please bring new or gently used children and teen clothing, toys, school supplies, equipment and more. You can also Venmo the owner (-Kacsis) for gas and for more items to buy and donate.

PHYSICAL DONATIONS - INWOOD VILLAGE & FORT WORTH
is collecting toiletries, bags, clothing, beauty and linens this Monday-Wednesday from 10am-6pm at both their Dallas and Fort Worth stores.

RELIEF CREDIT CLASS
Spin for support by booking a $25 ride at Coast Cycle, where all proceeds will go to the Wildfire relief efforts.

COLLECTION
Local custom gift brand has created a California collection with hats and sweatshirts where 100% of proceeds will go to support victims.

CANDLE SALES
Local candle purveyor whose owner hails from Malibu (hence the name) is donating 20% of all online sales to the Red Cross through 1/31.

MONETARY DONATIONS
- Buy a firefighter a meal at
- Per ’s rec, donate to that supports firefighters, their families and communities they protect
- is a non profit that prepares fresh meals for communities impacted by natural disasters

35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DALLAS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025! 2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live...
01/10/2025

35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DALLAS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025!

2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live performances in Dallas! Whether you’re into country, hip-hop, pop, or comedy shows, there’s something for everyone!


📅 Jan 18th | 📍American Airlines


📅 Jan 10th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Jan 16th | 📍The Factory


📅 Jan 18th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 Jan 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Jan 23rd | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Jan 25th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 28th | 📍Silo


📅 Feb 28th | 📍South Side Ballroom


📅 Feb 8th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Feb 8th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 Feb 15th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Feb 21st | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 Feb 21st | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 19th | 📍Arlington Music Hall


📅 Feb 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 Feb 26th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 March 5th | 📍Dos Equis


📅 March 17th | 📍American Airlines


📅 March 6th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre


📅 March 15th | 📍American Airlines


📅 March 22nd | 📍Toyota Music Factory


📅 March 27th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 March 8th | 📍Granada Theater


📅 April 14th | 📍AT&T


📅 April 18th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 April 9th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre


📅 April 23rd | 📍Dos Equis Pavilion

&
📅 April 26th | 📍AT&T


📅 April 11th | 📍Longhorn Ballroom


📅 April 24th | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 April 26th | 📍Dickies Arena


📅 May 2nd | 📍AT&T


📅 May 9th | 📍AT&T


📅 May 1st | 📍Majestic Theatre


📅 May 1st | 📍Echo Lounge


📅 May 21st | 📍Toyota Music Factory


📅 June 11th | 📍Globe Life Field


📅 June 17th | 📍South Side Ballroom


📅 June 6th | 📍Globe Life Field

35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DALLAS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025! 2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live...
01/10/2025

35+ CONCERTS & SHOWS IN DALLAS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN THE FIRST HALF 2025!

2025 is shaping up to be an epic year for live performances in Dallas! Whether you’re into country, hip-hop, or comedy shows, there’s something for everyone! Check out the full list below and start browsing tickets!


📅 Jan 18th | 📍American Airlines

📅 Jan 10th | 📍Arlington Music Hall

📅 Jan 16th | 📍The Factory

📅 Jan 18th | 📍Granada Theater

📅 Jan 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 Jan 23rd | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 Jan 25th | 📍Arlington Music Hall

📅 Feb 28th | 📍Silo

📅 Feb 28th | 📍South Side Ballroom

📅 Feb 8th | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 Feb 8th | 📍Granada Theater

📅 Feb 15th | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 Feb 21st | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 Feb 21st | 📍Arlington Music Hall

📅 Feb 19th | 📍Arlington Music Hall

📅 Feb 22nd | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 Feb 26th | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 March 5th | 📍Dos Equis

📅 March 17th | 📍American Airlines

📅 March 6th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre

📅 March 15th | 📍American Airlines

📅 March 22nd | 📍Toyota Music Factory

📅 March 27th | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 March 8th | 📍Granada Theater

📅 April 14th | 📍AT&T

📅 April 18th | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 April 9th | 📍Texas Trust Theatre

📅 April 23rd | 📍Dos Equis Pavilion
&
📅 April 26th | 📍AT&T

📅 April 11th | 📍Longhorn Ballroom

📅 April 24th | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 April 26th | 📍Dickies Arena

📅 May 2nd | 📍AT&T

📅 May 9th | 📍AT&T

📅 May 1st | 📍Majestic Theatre

📅 May 1st | 📍Echo Lounge

📅 May 21st | 📍Toyota Music Factory

📅 June 11th | 📍Globe Life Field

📅 June 17th | 📍South Side Ballroom

📅 June 6th | 📍Globe Life Field

10 WAYS TO CELEBRATE MLK WEEK AROUND DFWLooking for ways to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this year? From candle-ligh...
01/09/2025

10 WAYS TO CELEBRATE MLK WEEK AROUND DFW

Looking for ways to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this year? From candle-lighting ceremonies and parades to job fairs and rodeos, there are so many amazing events happening around DFW! Check out the full lineup below and make your plans to celebrate!

Candle Lighting Ceremony
Kick off MLK Week with a special candle-lighting ceremony commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. King, hosted by Alpha Sigma Lambda
📅 1/10 | 7–8:30pm
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

MLK Fest
Join a community cleanup and mural painting, followed by live music, food, and guest speakers
📅 1/11 | 8am–2pm
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

MLK Scholarship & Awards Gala
Celebrate unity, equality, and justice with keynote speaker Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu, featuring performances and more
📅 1/11 | 6:30–8:30pm
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

Day of Reflection & Prayer
Faith leaders lead prayers for the city’s safety and well-being, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony in honor of Dr. King
📅 1/14 | 11am–1pm
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

Job Fair
Connect with 75 employers offering on-site interviews and job opportunities
📅 1/15 | 11am–3pm
📍 Briscoe Center, Fair Park

Multicultural Showcase
Celebrate Dallas’ cultures, ethnicities, and traditions while honoring Dr. King’s legacy
📅 1/16 | 12pm–1pm
📍 Dallas City Hall Lobby

MLK Day Parade
A parade celebrating MLK’s legacy with 250+ organizations, drill teams, and colorful floats
📅 1/18 | 10am–2pm
📍 Downtown Dallas

Arlington Advancing the Dream Event
Enjoy four days of events including galas, story hours, and festivals
📅 1/17–1/20 | Various Locations & Times

MLK Poetry Blues & R&B
Poetry, blues, and R&B at this commemorative performance
📅 1/18 | 7pm
📍 UT-Arlington, Bluebonnet Ballroom

Cowboys of Color Rodeo
Celebrate the diversity of cowboy culture at this thrilling rodeo
📅 1/20 | 2pm
📍 Dickies Arena, Fort Worth

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