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The Kids Are Alright: the Free KidFilm Festival Returns This Weekend

By Austin ZookJanuary 15, 2026

We’d never underestimate the impact a good movie can have on a child’s development.

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Beat the Winter Blues With a Splashy Escape to a New Resort in Oklahoma

By Preston BartaJanuary 15, 2026

Trade the winter heatwave for a quick road trip to Oklahoma City, where indoor lagoons and lazy rivers await.

Hall Park Hotel

North Texas Hotel Named One of the Best in the Nation

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 14, 2026

The award-winning hotel has a great restaurant, one of the best collections of art in North Texas and a tie to Elizabeth Holmes.

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Big D at 185: Celebrating the Milestones That Built Dallas

By Preston BartaJanuary 14, 2026

From 185 years of Dallas grit to the shimmering legacy of Fountain Place, discover the milestones shaping our city’s past, present and future in 2026.

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Queer Motherland Reclaims LGBTQ+ African History

By Christine OdwessoJanuary 13, 2026

The Dallas-based organization cultivates community and challenges the misconception that Africa cannot be queer.

Dungeons of Dallas: You Can Rent One of These Kink-Bnbs

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 9, 2026

Did you know Dallas has rental dungeons? Now you can ball-bust on a budget.

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The Denim Diplomat: How One DFW Visionary is Weaving the Future of Western Wear

By Preston BartaJanuary 9, 2026

From Arlington’s design studios to farm and ranch stores across Texas, Gina Chancelor has redefined Western style.

‘Silence Has Never Served Us,’ New LGBTQ+ Advocacy Mural Unveiled in Oak Lawn

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 9, 2026

A new mural in Oak Lawn honors the lives of local queer advocates.

RIP to Highland Park’s Iconic Mushroom House

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 8, 2026

The already character-impaired city lost a quirky architectural staple this week.

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New East Dallas Vintage Shop Satori Wants to Awaken the Y2K Nostalgia in Your Closet

By Kendall MorganJanuary 6, 2026

The chic sister boutique to downtown’s Human Dior is taking us back to the days of bandage dresses and going-out tops.

How to Stick To Your Resolution and Go Green in 2026

By Preston BartaJanuary 5, 2026

Your practical guide to making small, sustainable swaps, from local refilleries and plant shops to getting your steps in on Dallas’ best trails.

The Weird Girl’s Guide to Dallas 

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 2, 2026

Let’s not leave it all to Austin; we can be weird, too. Especially for ‘Weird Girl Winter.’

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Denton Bookstore Patchouli Joe’s Is Closing

By Preston BartaJanuary 2, 2026

The cherished family bookstore will take its final bow this March.

The 10 Movies We’re Most Excited for in 2026

By Preston BartaDecember 31, 2025

From big, stylistic swings to an A24 original led by a Dallas director, 2026’s film lineup has us ready to yell “action” on the new year.

Dallas Dialed Up Nostalgia in 2025 by Partying Like it Was 1999

By Preston BartaDecember 31, 2025

From old-school landlines to roller rinks, Dallas is riding a wave of millennial nostalgia, proving that what once was old is new (and cooler) again.

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One Last Look: Must-See Art Exhibits in North Texas This Winter

By Kendall MorganDecember 30, 2025

This artful mix of can’t-miss museum shows in North Texas runs well into the new year.

The Best NYE Events and Parties in Dallas

By Julianna ChenDecember 29, 2025

From fireworks shows to masquerade balls, this year’s events will set the tone for your 2026 in a big (D) way.

Remembering 6 Dallas Cultural Pillars We Lost in 2025

By Preston BartaDecember 26, 2025

From capturing fans with athletic prowess to bringing joy to millions with a viral dance, these figures were tough losses in 2025.

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12 Best Holiday Comfort Movies (That Aren’t About the Holidays) to Watch Right Now

By Carly May GravleyDecember 25, 2025

There are plenty of other movies beyond Die Hard that deserve the honorary holiday movie designation.

The Top 10 Most-Read Culture Stories of 2025

By Alyssa FieldsDecember 24, 2025

Funny enough, some of the biggest stories of 2025 were the announcements of things that have yet to come.

The Wildest Moments in Dallas in 2025

By Preston Barta and OthersDecember 23, 2025

From bizarre crimes to viral scandals, these are some of the biggest moments that defined Dallas in 2025.

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Put Off Shopping Until Now? These Local Shops Will Be Open Christmas Eve

By Alyssa FieldsDecember 22, 2025

Waiting until the last minute doesn’t mean you’re completely SOL on a good gift. In fact, you have another to push it.

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