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The 10 Best Music Venues in Dallas

By Tyler Hicks

Jul 9, 2025

From historic small venues to dive bars, here are the top spots in Dallas to see a show.

Kesha Fans Upset After Singer's Dallas Show Was Postponed

By Eric Diep

Jul 9, 2025

Kesha was scheduled to perform at Dos Equis Pavilion on Tuesday night, but heavy rain put a damper on those plans.

10 Best Dallas Summer Concerts 2025

By Eric Diep

Jun 24, 2025

The Weeknd, Teddy Swims and My Chemical Romance are some of the acts performing in and around Dallas this summer.

The End of Which House: Denton Crew Behind the Venue on What's Next After Hosting Final Show

By Diego Hernandez

Jun 23, 2025

Which House? Witch House? Gone House. Denton loses another iconic music space.

McKinney's Sunset Amphitheater Officially Underway After Groundbreaking Event

By Eric Diep

Jun 17, 2025

The future site of the 20,000-seat facility will be a first-of-its-kind premium live music venue in Texas.

Dallas Sounds Amplified Artist Showcase Aims to Highlight All Local Acts in Busking Program

By Eric Diep

May 27, 2025

On Wednesday evening, Carly Tate, Sam Cormier, Gracen Wynn, Caleb Dean and others will perform at a free event at Club Dada.

A group of musicians and band members on stage

Texas Musicians Kenny Withrow, Paul Slavens, Michael Richardson and More Invoke Grateful Dead at Dallas Concert

By Scott Tucker

May 26, 2025

Homage Nation: Dallas Plays the Music of the Grateful Dead honored Jerry Garcia with hours of cover songs on a hot night.

After 10 Years, Dezi 5 Is Headlining The Kessler Theater With an Evolved Sound

By Eric Diep

May 14, 2025

The Texas soul singer is returning to a historic venue in Oak Cliff this summer, bringing new songs and special guests.

Rubber Gloves Implements 18+ Policy After Patron Suffers Overdose

By Simon Pruitt

Apr 22, 2025

At a show last week, a young audience member was revived with Narcan after suffering an overdose.

2 DIY Music Venues Open Minutes Apart Near Fort Worth

By Simon Pruitt

Apr 9, 2025

White Settlement is where it's at, apparently. The music scene is building there thanks to two new underground venues.

Dallas’ Sweetest Airbnb Opens in Bishop Arts

By Desiree Gutierrez

Jan 30, 2025

Dude, Sweet Chocolate's new location doubles as a short-term rental.

The Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osborne tribute band Iron Mang performing a set at Diamond Jim's Saloon in Arlington

After Bar Owner's Death, Arlington 'Home Venue' Closes for Good

By Christian McPhate

Jan 27, 2025

Diamond Jim's Saloon closed abruptly following the death of owner Carl Webb.

Sex Pistols' Famous Longhorn Ballroom Set for Release on Vinyl

By Simon Pruitt

Jan 15, 2025

The legendary punk band's penultimate set in Dallas in 1978 will be released on vinyl and CD in March.

Country Artist John R. Miller Makes His Own Meaning Out of Anti- Authoritarianism

By Tyler Hicks

Dec 10, 2024

The anti-capitalist, philosophical singer-songwriter is looking forward to opening for Robert Earl Keen in Dallas next week.

A few people stand in the patio at Rubber Gloves in Denton watching a concert. The venue will no longer tolerate violent most pits.

Rubber Gloves Venue Faces Criticism Over New Internship Position

By Diego Hernandez

Dec 5, 2024

The Denton music venue is being criticized over a social media post advertising an internship opportunity.

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band Keep It Fun at the Majestic Theatre

By Preston Jones

Oct 16, 2024

Tuesday's concert was the first of a two-night stand in downtown Dallas. Lovett will head to Fort Worth on Oct. 22.

High-Tech Venue Cosm Dallas Adds Luxury to Sports Viewing

By Simon Pruitt

Sep 4, 2024

The new Grandscape venue delivers a huge hit, but it’s more a triple than a home run.

Review: New WorldSprings Spa in The Colony Was More Social Than Serene

By Mollie Jamison

Aug 27, 2024

'Globally inspired' wellness center is less EPCOT and more a great place to relax with friends.

Dallas' Hôtel Swexan Landed on Travel + Leisure's It List. What Sets It Apart?

By Alex Gonzalez

Aug 27, 2024

The hotel is a finishing touch to the Harwood District, where Dallas shows off European inspiration.

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