By John Wildman The Dallas-based USA Film Festival announces this year’s official selections and special guests for the festival’s 56th edition taking place on April 22-26. Known for its celebration of new and classic films from the United States and abroad, the Festival once again brings master artists and emerging talents to Dallas to present […]
By P. Jason Poehler The fourth annual East Dallas Games (EDG) are almost here, bringing together residents from Dallas’ four oldest historic districts — Junius Heights, Munger Place, Peaks Addition and Swiss Avenue — for a day of friendly competition, community connection and charitable impact. The event is on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m.-3 […]
A drone flew over the White Rock Lake eagles’ nest at 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 6. Regular eagle watchers each contacted law enforcement and City of Dallas Urban Biologist Brett Johnson. Their quick response resulted in identification of the drone operator nearby. A Dallas Police Department officer took the operator’s information and referred it to […]
By Annie Chu For the first time, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival at Fair Park in Dallas, Lyda Hill Philanthropies’ IF/THEN Initiative will debut #IfThenSheCan – The Exhibit: Game Changers, a monumental display of 26 life-size, 3-D printed statues celebrating leaders whose work demonstrates how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fuel […]
By Taylor Mayad The African American Museum, Dallas announced this week the formation of The Mandela 12: Guardians of the Journey, a host committee of 12 respected Dallas-area professionals who have committed their leadership, influence and time to ensure the success of Mandela: The Official Exhibition. On view June 13-Nov. 1, the Mandela exhibition chronicles […]
Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson welcomed the First Lady of Ukraine, Her Excellency Olena Zelenska, to Dallas this week for the opening of a “Ukrainian Bookshelf” at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. The “Ukrainian Bookshelf” project is an international initiative launched by First Lady Zelenska in 2020. It involves curating special collections of Ukrainian […]
By Taylor Mayad A kaleidoscope of colors, flowers, music, dancing and more will transform Klyde Warren Park as the seventh-annual Festival of Joy returns Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Inspired by a global Indian tradition celebrated in cities around the world, the free family-friendly event kicks off with a vibrant parade and momentous […]
This spring, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden will transform its 66-acre garden into the largest outdoor gallery of Hunt Slonem’s work ever produced. Hunt Slonem: Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies features 28 installations and more than 100 works of art and debut pieces created for the Dallas Arboretum, all displayed throughout the garden and inside […]
From Staff Reports Spartan, the world’s leading obstacle course race brand, is bringing its signature test of strength and resilience to the heart of downtown Dallas on April 18. The Spartan Dallas City Hall Sprint will transform the iconic landmark into a high-energy urban battleground where competitors of all levels take on a fast-paced race […]
By Marshall Detwiler The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden will host its annual Food & Wine Festival on Thursday, March 26, bringing together exceptional chefs, premium wines, craft beverages and the beauty of the garden in full spring bloom. Designed as an elegant tasting experience, the festival invites guests to sample dishes from more than […]