Entertainment & Events in Dallas, Texas
Special Events
Soap Opera Digest 212-915-4251
2225 West Interstate 20
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to meet one of daytime soap's hottest stars, Greg Vaughan, who plays Lucky on General Hospital. Greg will be in Grand Prairie, TX as part of Soap Opera Digest magazine's "Shop Like a Soap Star" national tour. The star will be signing autographs and posing for picures with his fans. Saturday, October 18th from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Wal-Mart Supercenter. The cost is free.Latino Cultural Center 214-671-0045
2600 Live Oak @ Good Latimer
Dallas, TX 75204
The purpose of the Latino Cultural Center is to "provide artists, cultural organizations and the Latino community with the facilities and opportunities to develop and celebrate the unique cultural talents and gifts." This cultural center includes a 300 seat theatre, an art gallery, sculpture courtyards, and a multipurpose room. more
Cinema
Magnolia, The 214-764-9106
3699 McKinney Avenue, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75204
Located in the West Village
Named "Best Theater in Dallas" by the Dallas Observer and D Magazine, the Magnolia is a five-screen cinema that not only shows the latest Hollywood pictures but also offers independent films and is host to film festivals. The Magnolia Bar is the contemporary and stylish cocktail suite attached to the Magnolia Theatre. moreCinemark 17 & IMAX 972-247-8172
11819 Webb Chapel
Dallas, TX 75234
Shows the latest Hollywood movies. moreUA Galaxy Stadium 10
11801 McCree Road
Dallas, TX 75238
Features critically-acclaimed films, alternative productions, restored classics and first-run foreign movies. moreUA Plaza 8 972-444-8282
9330 North Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75231
Features critically-acclaimed films, alternative productions, restored classics and first-run foreign movies. more
Night Life
Divine 214-744-3482
2026 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75201
European inspired club.Have A Nice Day Cafe 214-303-1540
2020 North Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75202
Located in the West End
The grooviest nightclub in Dallas, this retro '70s club features huge murals displaying '70s icons, history, and celebrities and offers great music by the hottest DJs.Blue Cat Blues 214-744-2293
2612 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Located in Deep Ellum Neighborhood
One of the nation's top ten blues venues, this local favorite features many national and international blues musicians, as well as local musicians. The walls of this state-of-the-art establishment are lined with autographed memorabilia from artists and events that have appeared on stage and live performances are held Wednesdays through Saturdays. Happy hour drink specials are available Wednesday through Friday.Cowboys Red River 214-352-1796
10319 West Technology Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75220
Live country music by big name entertainers is located at this club that has an Old West atmosphere and features one of the largest dance floors in Texas. Dance lessons are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. moreDallas Alley 214-720-0170
2019 North Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75020
Some of the best live music in town can be found at this night spot that features seven clubs offering a range of musical options including a piano bar, a retro dance club, and a country saloon. One cover charge gets you into all of the clubs.Gypsy Tea Room 214-747-7146
2548 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Located in Deep Ellum
Dallas' premiere music and entertainment venue, this sophisticated night spot has been voted on numerous occasions as being the best place in Dallas for live music.On Premise 214-872-0840
2711 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Deep EllumMitchell, The 214-230-1404
1404 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75202
A neighborhood bar in downtown Dallas. morePete's Dueling Piano Bar 972-726-7383
4980 Belt Line Road
Dallas, TX 75201
Born in Texas and Raised in Texas—is a sing-along, clap-along, drink-along, have-one-helluva-good-time-along bar! Expect to have a great time. Corporate parties, private reservations, and the best place to watch the big game. moreWine Therapist 214-821-9463
1810 Skillman Street
Dallas, TX 75206
Located in East Dallas
The Wine Therapist is a taste-before-you-buy shop with original artwork encompassing the room. Come and relax with a lovely view, a glass of wine, and Spanish classical guitar music. moreBlue 214-880-0888
1930 Pacific Avenue
Dallas, TX 75201
Located Next to the Majestic Theatre
Whether you are in the VIP room or on the dance floor, resident DJs will be blaring music as you drink, chat, and dance.City Tavern 214-745-1402
1402 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Located in Downtown Dallas
This neighborhood pub is the perfect gathering place to have a beer, play a game of pool, or watch a game on TV. A menu filled with bar classics is available. moreUmlaut 214-742-2368
1602 B Main Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Located on hip Main Street, Umlaut is a subterranean club where local urbanites come to see and be seen.Times Ten Cellars 214-824-WINE
6324 Prospect Avenue
Dallas, TX 75214
Located in East Dallas
Syrah, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose, and Sauvignon Blanc, crafted for Times Ten Cellars, are some of the wines that you can order by the glass or bottle at Times Ten Cellars' tasting room. Cheese and cured meats are also available to enjoy with your wine. moreAlexandre's 214-559-0720
4026 Cedar Springs Road
Dallas, TX 75219
Alexandre's is open from 2pm to 2am and features live entertainment 7 nights a week.Family Karaoke Music Studio 469-522-0365
11433 Goodnight Lane
Dallas, TX 75052
The premiere karaoke bar in Dallas offering American Style Open Mic with a 200” video display and Asian style private rooms where you and your friends can sing on two wireless microphones in front of 42” Plasma TV’s. Great Food, a full bar and a full service waitstaff. moreAdair's Saloon 214-939-9900
2624 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Happy hour from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. Lots of live entertainment and daily drink specials. moreDallas Comedy House 214-741-4448
2645 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75226
An improv comedy venue offering shows and classes. morePoor David's Pub 214-565-1295
1313 South Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75215
This listening room books some of the best regional performers. more
Concerts & Performances
Dallas Chamber Orchestra 214-321-1411
This chamber orchestra performs two concert series each season, the Traditional Series that consists of five concerts and the Sunset at the Lake Series which consists of six concerts. Specializing in performing European style 17th and 18th century music without a conductor, in an intimate setting, the orchestra also plays interesting music from jazz, South American, African-american and contemporary composers. moreDallas Jazz Orchestra 214-521-8816
3630 Harry Hines Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75219
Located at Sammons Center for the Arts
One of the best jazz big bands in the United States, this 20 piece band is renowned worldwide and has been providing original and traditional big band jazz since 1973. moreDallas Symphony Orchestra 214-692-0203
2301 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Professional orchestra that presents concerts each season ranging from classical and pops to special performances by world-class guests. They also perform concerts for children and families and offer educational and community outreach programs. moreMusic Hall at Fair Park 214-565-1116
909 1st Avenue
Dallas, TX 75210
Located in Fair Park
Situated among excellent and appealing examples of Art Deco architecture, this music hall is designed in a Spanish Baroque style with Moorish influences and is home to the Dallas Summer Musicals, The Dallas Opera, the Broadway Contemporary Series, and the Ft. Worth/Dallas Ballet. Numerous concerts and special events are held here throughout the year, as well as touring Broadway shows, dance productions, and pageants. moreDallas Center for the Performing Arts, The 214-954-9925
2106 Boll Street
Dallas, TX 75204
Located in the Downtown Dallas Arts District
The Dallas Center for the Performing Arts is a multi-use, state-of-the-art venue for music, opera, theater, and dance at the eastern end of the District. The Center features five state-of-the-art venues: the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House, Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, City Performance Hall, Annette Strauss Artist Square, and Performance Park.Dallas Black DanceTheatre 214-871-2376
2627 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
The oldest continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas, this contemporary modern dance company offers regular season performances by professional dancers, as well as full concerts and international performances.Dallas Chamber Music Society 972-392-3267
2711 Gaston Avenue
Dallas, TX 75226
The second oldest civic music organization in Dallas, this chamber music society features the finest touring ensembles of the world presenting a series of five concert performances from October to April in the Caruth Auditorium at Southern Methodist University. moreDallas Opera 214-443-1043
2403 Flora Street, Suite 500
Dallas, TX 75219
Providing opera of the highest accord since 1957, this legendary opera performs five or more operas each season at the Music Hall at Fair Park. moreDallas Wind Symphony 214-565-9463
3101 North Fitzhugh Avenue, Suite 301
Dallas, TX 75204
The only professional civilian wind band active in the United States, this wind symphony is comprised of 50 woodwind, brass, and percussion players performing a wide range of musical styles from Bach to Strauss at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. moreMorton H. Meyerson Symphony Center 214-670-3600
2301 Flora Street, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75201
One of the acoustically finest halls in America, this I.M. Pei designed center is home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and features a variety of performance events throughout the year. The center is also used for non-symphonic programs, church services, corporate meetings, trade shows, weddings, and other events.Voices of Change 214-220-0070
2019 North Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75202
One of the pioneer professional chamber music ensembles in the United States, this ensemble is dedicated to performing 20th century classical music.Fine Arts Chamber Players 214-520-2219
3630 Harry Hines Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75219
Sammons Center for the Arts
Fine Arts Chamber Players presents 3 p.m. afternoon, family friendly, classical chamber music concerts, featuring professional musicians, once per month October through May at the Dallas Museum of Art inside Horchow Auditorium. No reservations are required. moreHouse of Blues 214-978-2583
2200 N. Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75202
White Swan Building
Dining, gospel brunch, LIVE MUSIC, it's the House of Blues. Check their schedule often for a updated calender of events and band performances. moreGranada Theater 214-824-9933
3524 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, TX 75206
Voted Best Live Music Venue. Independent and locally owned. They can host private events. Kithchen open until 11PM. more
Plays & Productions
Dallas Theater Center 214-526-8210
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
This center operates two venues, the Arts District Theatre that offers flexible and respected performance space and the historic Kalita Humphreys Theatre. The KHT was designed by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. In fact, it was one of the last buildings that Wright designed. The KHT theater is also home to one of the most exciting regional theaters in the country. They present contemporary American dramas, comedies, and musicals. moreMajestic Theater 214-880-0137
1925 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75201
A Dallas landmark for performing arts including dance, music, and theater, this historic theatre was designed by architect Karl Hoblitzelle in 1921 and was first used for both vaudeville acts and the screening of motion pictures. This Renaissance Revival-style theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features 1,570 seats, a grand five story presence, and an opulent interior that includes marble floors, ostentatious molding and decoration, and the Baroque splendor of a gilded lobby.McFarlin Memorial Auditorium 214-768-3129
6405 Boaz Lane
Dallas, TX 75275
Located on Southern Methodist University Campus
Originally built in 1926 as a chapel that would be large enough to contain the entire student body and faculty of the university, this historic structure brings students and the local community together through the hosting of year round activities such as classical music concerts, dance performances, dramatic productions, film screenings, and the Willis M. Tate Distinguished Lecture Series. National and international touring groups are features, as well as local presentations.Pegasus Theater 214-821-6005
3916 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Voted the "Best Small Theatre in Dallas" by the readers of the Dallas Morning News, this professional theater company specializes in new and original comedies with performances provided year round.Pocket Sandwich Theater 214-821-1860
5400 East Mockingbird, Suite 119
Dallas, TX 75206
Offering "the most fun you can have in a Dallas theatre," this theater is set in a quaint building and presents outlandish and quirky comedies, musicals, and melodramas, as well as local and national plays, with the audience-participation, popcorn-throwing melodramas being among the favorite productions. A casual restaurant for pre-play dining is also on site. moreTheatre Three 214-871-3300
2800 Routh Street, Suite 168
Dallas, TX 75201
Located in the Quadrangle Shopping Center
This theatre-in-the-round presents year round productions of a wide variety of plays, musical revues, and occasional children's theatre while showcasing the best of local talent. moreKitchen Dog Theatre 214-953-1055
3120 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
Originally formed by students in SMU's Graduate Actor Training Program, this small company has evolved to be the resident company at The MAC. The theatre presents plays that range from classic to contemporary with the works challenging and provoking the audience by exploring issues of justice, morality, and human freedom. moreShakespeare Festival of Dallas 214-559-2778
3630 Harry Hines Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75219
The second oldest Shakespeare company in the nation, this summer Shakespeare company has been performing for over a quarter of a century and is known for their fine, classic productions of plays by the Bard. moreDallas Children's Theater 214-978-0110
5938 Skillman
Dallas, TX 75231
Located at Rosewood Center for Family Arts
Most of the dozen productions performed by this award-winning professional theater company each year are family oriented, rather than strictly for children, and they often deal with serious subjects. The theatre also offers classes for kids ages three to seventeen in a variety of disciplines including musical theater, video, and drama. moreDallas Puppet Theatre 214-515-0004
2266 Valley View Center
Dallas, TX 75240
This company of puppeteers puts on about a half-dozen shows a year, with most shows being light-hearted adaptations of classic children's stories. Workshops and other programs are offered and arrangements can be made for the theatre to host birthday parties and other special events. moreDallas Summer Musicals 214-421-5678
909 First Avenue
Dallas, TX 75210
A mainstay of the local theatrical and musical scene since 1941, this company presents the best available Broadway touring shows year round at various Dallas locations such as the Music Hall of Fair Park, the Texas Theatre, and the Majestic Theatre. moreUndermain Theatre 214-747-5515
3200 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75226
"Undermain Theatre is a company of artists that performs experimental works in Texas, New York, and Europe, collaborates with playwrights to develop original and world premiere productions, publishes plays, and sustains a theater in Dallas’ historic Deep Ellum." more
Festivals & Fairs
Dallas International Festival 214-720-0555
3625 North Hall Street, Suite 740
Dallas, TX 75219
The best ethnic performers of music and dance in North Texas perform on four global stages during this two day festival that includes a diverse indoor market with over 125 booths offering arts and crafts from around the world. An international food court is also on site and children's international workshops are available. more
Sporting Events
Dallas Mavericks 214-747-MAVS
2909 Taylor Street
Dallas, TX 75226
Feel the excitement of NBA action by this professional basketball team that brings electrifying energy and adventure to the American Airlines Center, the premier sports and entertainment venue in Dallas, from October to May. moreDallas Polo Club 214-979-0300
2613 Thomas Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
Located at the Bear Creek Polo Ranch
Bringing the best of polo to the Metroplex, this well organized club is the most active polo club and the most prestigious polo school in North Texas. The club offers lessons, three grass fields for feature matches, a practice field, and a lighted arena for night play. moreCotton Bowl 214-670-8400
1300 Robert B. Cullum Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75210
Located at Fair Park
Home of the annual New Year's Cotton Bowl football game, this famous stadium hosts numerous SMU football games, as well as thousands of sporting and entertainment events throughout the year.Coca-Cola Global Games 972-741-9737
SMU's Moody Coliseum
The Coca-Cola Global Games is the pre-eminent international basketball event played in the United States. They exist to highlight the rising stars in the world of international basketball and to promote the growth of international basketball in the United States.
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