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The Peppa Pig Theme Park.

Peppa Pig Theme Park Announces New Opening Date, Despite PETA’s Objections

By Eva RaggioOctober 24, 2024

PETA may not be happy with the Peppa Pig Theme Park, but kids are so loyal to Peppa they’ve switched accents.

Steven Novak's Halloween display in Dallas.

Dallas’ Mega-Viral King of Halloween Is Back With a Display of Pop Culture Carnage

By Kendall MorganOctober 22, 2024

In 2020, multiple neighbors called the police over an East Dallas man’s gory Halloween display. Steve Novak has moved to Oak Cliff, but he’s back at it.

Dallas Reddit Fumes Over ‘Crazy’ State Fair Pricing

By Patrick WilliamsOctober 18, 2024

Redditors ask if the cost of going to the fair is worth it, but can you really put a price on seeing giant pig ‘nads?

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Franklin's Tattoo and Supply in East Dallas.

Come As You Are 24 Hours a Day to Franklin’s Tattoo and Supply

By Vanessa QuilantanOctober 16, 2024

Franklin’s Tattoo and Supply may be owned and operated by Brandon Crawford, but it belongs to the people of East Dallas.

A dress by designer brand Sachin & Babi.

Dallas Lures New York High-Fashion Label Sachin & Babi for Gala Season

By Leah FrazierOctober 11, 2024

On the heels of Fashion Month, Dallas is getting a fashion boost.

The Midway sign at the State Fair of Texas.

10 State Fair Rides That Will Blow Your Mind

By Vanessa QuilantanOctober 10, 2024

If you’re the thrill-seeking type, here are the rides you won’t want to miss at this year’s State Fair of Texas.

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They’re Back, Witches: The Scariest and Most Creative Haunted Houses in North Texas

By Christine Odwesso and OthersOctober 9, 2024

Get ready to scream and clutch your lover’s hand as you traverse the scariest haunted houses in DFW.

Author Allyson Jannotta holds her first published book, children's story Cosmo’s Flying Funnel Cakes.

Longtime State Fair Vendor Publishes a Funnel Cake-Inspired Children’s Book

By Desiree GutierrezOctober 7, 2024

Cosmo’s Flying Funnel Cakes is Funnel Cake Factory’s Allyson Jannotta’s mom fantasy.

Behind the Scenes of the Cirque du Soleil Show at the State Fair of Texas

By Mike BrooksOctober 4, 2024

In a bit of pairing genius that may rival peanut butter and chocolate, Cirque du Soleil will set up shop in the historic Music Hall at Fair Park.

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Melissa Ann Taylor Returns With a Darkly Intimate Runway Show

By Valerie WhiteOctober 4, 2024

Fashion designer Melissa Ann Taylor is back with a stunning collection, I Tried To Tell You. See it on Oct. 17 at The Oak Cliff Assembly in Dallas.

Psychics on the Square Will Bring Hocus Pocus and Local Focus to Denton for Halloween

By Carly May GravleyOctober 3, 2024

Tarot card readers, bakers and artisans are among the witches taking part in this spooky marketplace.

Two pro-esports teams face off in a round of Rocket League during the 2019 Dreamhack tournament at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.

Dallas-Fort Worth Ranks in Top 10 Metro Areas Embracing Esports

By Vanessa QuilantanOctober 2, 2024

Welcome to the Thunderdome, nerds. Dallas-Forth Worth is one of the most esports-engaged metropolitan areas in the country.

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Miss LifeWalk 2023, Aunt Marge, poses with the Nice Package vending machine at Woody's.

Free Condom and HIV Test Vending Machines Arrive in Dallas

By Vanessa QuilantanSeptember 24, 2024

Prism Health North Texas has installed free STI prevention supply vending machines in the city of Dallas.

A view of Big Tex's posterior, named "Mitch" after Mitch Glieber.

In a Tap-and-Pay Day and Age, Why Is the State Fair Still Using Coupons?

By Christian McPhateSeptember 24, 2024

In the age of tap and even thumbprint pay, the State Fair of Texas is holding on to a nearly archaic coupon system. The fair says it has its reasons.

Big Tex is erected and installed at the State Fair of Texas.

Watch: Big Tex Goes Up at the State Fair

By Eva Raggio and OthersSeptember 20, 2024

Texas’ biggest icon is up and ready to watch you stuff your face at the state fair.

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A flower-filled view of the grounds on the Dallas Arboretum.

Branching Out: New Leadership at the Arboretum Tackles Past Employee Grievances

By Carly May GravleySeptember 20, 2024

Amid a legal dispute, the Dallas Arboretum is treating its “wounded culture” after LGBTQ employees claim discrimination.

The Water Lantern Festival in Plano.

‘Tangled’ in Fort Worth: The Water Lantern Festival Is Coming to DFW

By Erin RunnelsSeptember 19, 2024

The festival promises a scene out of a Disney dream, but with a river and city view.

OutLoud Dallas Empowers Youth Arts in the Immersive Play <i>See Me</i>

OutLoud Dallas Empowers Youth Arts in the Immersive Play See Me

By Vanessa QuilantanSeptember 16, 2024

Nonprofit OutLoud Dallas presents an immersive youth-centered theater experience called See Me at the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts in Richardson.

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Dallas-Based Designer Evan L. Court Crafts Heirlooms To Stand the Test of Time

By Kendall MorganSeptember 11, 2024

The designer focuses on long-lasting, classic design.

Queer Justice Exhibition Celebrates the LGBTQ Civil Rights Movement

By Carly May GravleySeptember 10, 2024

The traveling exhibit details 50 years of landmark LGBTQ civil rights cases.

The 8 Craziest Meetup Groups in Dallas

By Julianna ChenSeptember 9, 2024

Fellow weirdos can now unite through Meetup.

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Selena Gomez Joins the Billionaire List

By Vanessa QuilantanSeptember 6, 2024

The Dallas songstress, actress, producer, mental health advocate and beauty industry bombshell has joined the ranks of Bloomberg’s Billionaire Index.

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