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Performing Arts

Drunk Shakespeare will be stumbling into Deep Ellum this summer with ‘Romeo & Juliet’

By Preston BartaJune 17, 2026

The smash(ed) hit comedy will make its Dallas debut at Deep Ellum Art Co. this July through September.

a tray of barbecue from Off the Bone
Restaurants

The 13 best barbecue shops in Dallas

By Chris WolfgangJune 17, 2026

Just in time for Father’s Day, we’ve updated our list of best BBQ in North Texas.

Queen's Head Pub fish and chips with two large fried cod filets.
Restaurants

A look inside the new Queen’s Head Pub in Deep Ellum: Fish and chips and a tavern mood

By Courtney E. SmithJune 11, 2026

The new pub brings classic fish and chips and a moody tavern vibe to the legendary former Green Room space. After a first look, we’re early fans.

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Dallas Life

The ultimate guide to World Cup events in North Texas

By Alyssa FieldsJune 9, 2026

From the FIFA Fan Festival to live concerts and street festivals, here’s a full guide to discovering Dallas.

Visual Arts

Deep Ellum art outlaws return to Main Street for Kettle Art Gallery exhibition

By Preston BartaJune 3, 2026

‘OGs Return to Deep Ellum’ reunites a handful of artists who helped shape the neighborhood’s creative identity in the ’80s.

Critic's Notebook

Big D has a friend in TS: Taylor Swift involved with ‘Toy Story’ billboard in Dallas

By Preston BartaJune 1, 2026

A cryptic “Toy Story” billboard near Deep Ellum had Dallas drivers and Swifties decoding its meaning. Now we know why.

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Critic's Notebook

Deep Vellum Music & Literature Fest begins a new chapter by turning up the volume

By Preston BartaMay 29, 2026

This July, Hanif Abdurraqib and Jamila Woods join a lineup of local and global talent to unite music and literature for the inaugural festival in Deep Ellum.

Concerts

Dorrough & Friends concert will celebrate the past, present and future of Dallas hip-hop

By Bryson "Boom" PaulMay 28, 2026

“Ice Cream Paint Job” hitmaker Durrough will host a massive lineup of local artists at Trees to spotlight North Texas hip-hop.

Dallas Life

Oh my goth: Dallas nightlife staple Panoptikon to celebrate 20 years of ghouling

By Kendall MorganMay 26, 2026

The enduring passion project of DJ Lord Byron has evolved with the city’s goth community as it’s continuously resurrected.

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Restaurants

The life, death and receipts behind Komodo’s closing

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 20, 2026

What booze sales tell us about flashy restaurant imports that open with a bang and fizzle out hard.

Performing Arts

Viral comedian Alistair Ogden made a plea with Dallas ahead of his near-canceled show

By Alyssa FieldsMay 19, 2026

The Canadian comedian was coming to Dallas no matter what; whether he played a scheduled show at the Dallas Comedy Club was up to fate. And ticket sales.

Concerts

Bedroom-pop artist Grace Ives played the smallest show she’ll ever have in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsMay 15, 2026

The new go-to artist of your favorite cool girl played to a small but enthusiastic crowd in Dallas — a good warm-up for the stadiums that await her as Olivia Rodrigo’s opener.

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Bars & Breweries

‘Could be a jump start’: Will the World Cup be a lifeline for Deep Ellum this summer?

By Austin WoodMay 6, 2026

Between Commerce Street construction and the seasonal summer blues, Deep Ellum staples like Will Call and Dusty’s are looking to FIFA fans to turn the tide.

Concerts

The Maine To Bring a Cinematic Soundscape to The Bomb Factory This Weekend

By Preston BartaMay 1, 2026

The enduring pop-rock band tells us why Dallas, specifically, has long held a guaranteed spot on their tours.

Critic's Notebook

North Texas-Based Gavin Copeland Signs Record Deal With Empire

By Alyssa FieldsApril 24, 2026

Copeland told us in March his dream was mainstream success. He’s a step closer.

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Concerts

New Documentary Chronicling the Rise and Fall and Rise of Deep Ellum Premieres at DIFF

By Preston BartaApril 21, 2026

Before Deep Ellum became the rock headquarters of Texas, it was a ghost town. Now, Round Pegs in Square Holes and the pioneers of Dallas history explore its trajectory.

A rendering of the front of Queen's Head Pub
Restaurants

God Save Deep Ellum. A British Pub Is Opening in Former Green Room Space

By Aaren ProdyApril 15, 2026

Queen’s Head Pub is from a Deep Ellum venue veteran and is expected to open in late May, just in time for the World Cup.

artist Dezi 5 leans against gray sculpture of a
Concerts

Dezi 5’s Texas Soul Revue is Taking Over Deep Ellum This Weekend

By Alex GonzalezApril 1, 2026

The multi-hyphenate artist continues his footprint in the Dallas music scene with a stacked two-night concert series kicking off on Friday.

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The exterior of Local in historic Deep Ellum.
Restaurants

Deep Ellum’s Chef-Driven Restaurant, LOCAL, Still Shines 23 Years Later

By Lisa PettyMarch 16, 2026

Revisiting a longtime Deep Ellum favorite, Local, reminds us why it’s been around for more than 20 years.

The rooftop at Culinary Dropout with lots of people hanging out and drinking.
Restaurants

16 Dallas Rooftops for When You Need a Drink and a Skyline View

By Hank Vaughn and OthersMarch 13, 2026

Soak up the sun and skyline at these rooftop patios where the drinks and food flow.

Concerts

Blood Orange’s Symphonic Dreams Came to Life at the Bomb Factory 

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 6, 2026

The crowd in Deep Ellum danced until their feet basically bled orange at the Bomb Factory Thursday night.

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Construction in Deep Ellum
Restaurants

Deep Ellum’s New Deal: The Struggle, the Shift and a New Restaurant Row

By Lisa PettyMarch 4, 2026

For Restaurants, Deep Ellum is a punishing obstacle course but a little help might be on the way.

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