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Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, May 15-17

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Dallas Life

Dallas women swarmed Reverchon Park for Jacob Elordi look-alike contest

By Alyssa FieldsMay 16, 2026

Unfortunately, the real Jacob Elordi was not there. But a tall SMU student who is fluent in Italian was.

Dallas Life

Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, May 15-17

By Alyssa FieldsMay 14, 2026

Good luck planning your weekend and deciding between a concert at the Nasher and a screening of 13 Going on 30 at the Star.

Concerts

The Queens: 4 Legends, 1 Stage Tour proved talent is timeless

By Aria BellMay 12, 2026

Gladys Knight, Stephanie Mills, Patti LaBelle and Chaka Khan showed Dickies Arena how timeless true talent is.

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Film, TV & Streaming

Cosm’s immersive screening of Sorcerer’s Stone is a must for Harry Potter fans

By Preston BartaMay 12, 2026

The giant dome venue is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the first Harry Potter film by taking us from The Colony to the Wizarding World.

A pickle smoothie from Smoothie King
Restaurants

A big dill: Smoothie King drops a new pickle smoothie

By Aaren ProdyMay 12, 2026

In America, hydration is approached as a high-functioning personality trait. And now we’re drinking our deli garnishes. Case in point?

Dallas Life

Best things to do in Dallas this week, May 11-17

By Alec Spicer and OthersMay 11, 2026

Start your Monday right with a “Pulp Fiction” screening, enjoy “Wicked” live, stop by the Nasher after hours on Friday and finish strong with a ballet.

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Restaurants

0.6 miles of glory: the Meat Fight 1K requires stretchy pants, not running shoes

By Aaren ProdyMay 11, 2026

The Meat Fight 1K is the best race you’ll never run. 

Visual Arts

Refusing the white wall: Concurrence exhibit to turn Dallas into a living canvas for a day

By Preston BartaMay 8, 2026

Multimedia artist Destiny King is bringing over 55 artists to Barro East Dock for a one-day immersive experience.

Film, TV & Streaming

Comedian Ilana Glazer is bringing a ‘horny and high’ set to Dallas

By Alex GonzalezMay 8, 2026

Ahead of her show at the Majestic Theatre next week, we caught up with the comedian to discuss parenthood, James Talarico and her viral “in da clerb, we all fam” line.

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Dallas Life

African American Museum unveils first of many big upgrades in multiyear plan

By Rhema Joy BellMay 8, 2026

In the midst of an exciting new chapter, the African American Museum of Dallas is strengthening its conservation efforts to build a digital archive and preserve Black history.

Concerts

Jambaloo announces top 3 finalists for $20K music prize

By Alyssa FieldsMay 7, 2026

In June, one of the lucky local acts will win a $20,000 prize, a recording session and a story they tell at every dinner party for the rest of time.

the patio at HG Sply Co
Restaurants

The 15 best Dallas Patios for soaking up this amazing weather

By Aaren Prody and OthersMay 7, 2026

The 10-day forecast calls for perfect temps, sunny skies and cocktails on a patio.

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Gnocchi Bolognese
Restaurants

Eat Here Now: 12 Fresh Openings Shaking Up the Dallas Food Scene

By Aaren ProdyMay 7, 2026

It may seem like a lot of good ones are closing, but this spring has treated the Dallas dining scene well. Here are 12 places to add to your list of places to try.

Torchy Taco's chips and tacos
Restaurants

Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week: Where to Get Free Food and Deals in Dallas, Updated

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 5, 2026

As they say, if you have an appreciation week, you’re not getting paid enough. Hopefully these bargains soften the blow.

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.

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Dallas Life

A New Fashion Line on Display at Galleria Dallas is Made Almost Entirely From Trash

By Kena SosaApril 30, 2026

One man’s trash is another man’s floor-length ball gown in an annual Galleria exhibit.

A mezcal cocktail at kilmac's.
Bars & Breweries

The No. 1 Bar in North America Is Taking Over a North Texas Bar This Week

By Aaren ProdyApril 30, 2026

Visit Fort Worth this weekend for a unique bar concept inspired by the historic 1860 arrival of 77 samurai in the United States.

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release
Restaurants

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2026

The menu drop is here. Chef Misti Norris has created a seasonal, locally sourced dinner for 20, which is this Monday, May 4. Only a few seats are left. Snag them quickly.

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Musical note on soccer pitch
Critic's Notebook

The 10 best World Cup songs of all time

By Alyssa FieldsApril 28, 2026

The World Cup in North America has it’s first official song and there’s many more to come.

Film, TV & Streaming

Repo Man Will Repossess the Hearts of Dallasites With Help From the Circle Jerks

By Kendall MorganApril 27, 2026

Repo Man wasn’t intended to be a cult classic. But now that it is director Alex Cox hopes its infamy can propel a late stage career.

Dallas Life

Sapphic Storytellers Creates a Safe Space for a Silenced Community

By Lisa LamanApril 24, 2026

Sapphic Storytelling is a series catered to members of the LGBTQ+ community looking for a safe space to create freely and loud.

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Film, TV & Streaming

Homecoming Star: Lou Diamond Phillips Returns for Dallas Honorary Award

By Preston BartaApril 23, 2026

You can take Lou Diamond Phillips out of Dallas, but you can’t take Dallas out of him.

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