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Carly May Gravley

Carly May Gravley is a Philadelphia-based writer and photographer who has contributed to the Observer since 2019. Gravley’s other bylines include Consequence of Sound, Buddy Magazine and more. Her concert photography has been featured in print magazines, art galleries and Lil Wayne’s Instagram page. For more personal information, write to her mother.

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Taylor Swift’s Wedding Cake Is About To Become Everyone’s Problem

By Carly May GravleySeptember 10, 2025

This affects all future wedding guests, whether they care about Swift or not. Bakers, we’re here for you.

Where to Find Labubu Dolls in Dallas and Nearby

By Carly May GravleySeptember 5, 2025

Have you fallen victim to the viral Labubu-mania? Here are some local stores and arcades where you can get your fix.

Get Your Lederhosen Ready for Oktoberfests and Fall Festivals

By Carly May GravleySeptember 5, 2025

As temperatures slowly but surely cool down, here are the best places to indulge in fall flavors and activities.

2 Dallas Creators Named Most Influential of 2025 by Rolling Stone

By Carly May GravleyAugust 27, 2025

We’re up one from last year, in case anyone needs to microdose local pride today.

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The Dallas Moon Festival, a Celebration of Asian Culture, Returns to Dallas

By Carly May GravleyAugust 22, 2025

The annual mid-autumn festival is bringing culture, cuisine and community to Flag Pole Hill Park next month.

Yayoi Kusama’s Iconic Pumpkin Infinity Room Returns to Dallas Museum of Art

By Carly May GravleyAugust 4, 2025

For a limited time, art lovers can immerse themselves in the viral “All the Eternal Love I Have for the Pumpkins” installation. Forty-five seconds, to be exact.

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A Dallas Party Supply Store Offers ICE Agent Piñatas

By Carly May GravleyJuly 31, 2025

Do you prefer your ICE crushed? A shop in Oak Cliff can help with that.

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The 20 Best Happy Hour Deals in Dallas Right Now

By Simon Pruitt and OthersJuly 29, 2025

Going out for dinner and drinks? In this economy? Luckily, these Dallas spots have great happy hour deals.

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3 Dallas Influencers Make Time‘s Top 100 Creators

By Carly May GravleyJuly 20, 2025

Three Dallas content creators were named among the most influential. Should there have been more?

Documenting Dissent: Dallas Photographer’s Protest Exhibit is A Sign of Our Times

By Carly May GravleyJuly 11, 2025

A new video collection of photos called Signs Of Our Times pulls Dallas’ protest culture into focus with sharp photojournalism and impromptu screenings.

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Kesha Weathers the Storm and Still Pulls Off a Sold Out Dallas Show

By Carly May GravleyJuly 10, 2025

Despite bad weather and delays, Kesha didn’t stop and made it pop at Dos Equis Pavilion.

5 Stores Coming to NorthPark Center We’re Most Excited For

By Carly May GravleyJuly 7, 2025

The city’s favorite high-end shopping center is getting some exciting new additions this year.

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12 Best Places to Grab a Hot Dog or Glizzy in Dallas

By Carly May Gravley and OthersJuly 1, 2025

We’ve rounded up the best of the würst. Happy Fourth, Y’all.

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Houston Tops Dallas in New Best U.S. Cities Ranking

By Carly May GravleyJune 26, 2025

The good news is that we beat Austin. The bad news is that we somehow lost to Houston.

A New Katy Trail Singles Event Aims to Make Dating a Walk in the Park

By Carly May GravleyJune 24, 2025

An influencer is trying to rebrand it as “Date-y Trail” with a new event that includes walking, drinks and (hopefully) men.

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The Best Ways to Spend Pride Month in Dallas

By Carly May Gravley and OthersJune 23, 2025

From parades to pool parties, there are several ways to paint the town every color of the rainbow throughout this month.

On ‘Karaoke Queen,’ Allison Ponthier Is Returning to (and Rewriting) Her Roots

By Carly May GravleyJune 16, 2025

After being dropped from a major label last year, the Allen-raised singer-songwriter is coming home on her own terms.

Fan Behavior: The 20 Coolest Cosplays We Saw at Fan Expo Dallas 2025

By Carly May GravleyJune 2, 2025

Dallas does everything bigger, including convention cosplays.

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The Instagram Accounts To Follow if You’re New to Dallas

By Carly May Gravley and OthersMay 25, 2025

Whether you’re new to the area or are simply hungry for new things to do, these Instagram accounts will keep your weekends booked and busy.

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Katy Perry Gave Dallas Fans Everything They Wanted at AAC

By Carly May GravleyMay 23, 2025

After returning to Earth, Katy Perry brought all of the hits (and none of the haters) to the American Airlines Center.

5 Ways To Spend This Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas

By Carly May GravleyMay 20, 2025

Whether you’re looking for a way to entertain kids on a day off or tap into your more cultured side, Dallas has you covered.

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22 Places in Dallas to Take Someone You Hate

By Carly May GravleyMay 18, 2025

“City of Hate,” indeed. We know just the places to take anyone you’re unwittingly stuck hanging out with this weekend.

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