Camp Cosmico– Waxahachie	April 4-8
Solar Eclipse Weekend Downtown Dallas, Inc.– Dallas	April 5
Eclipseboro– Hillsboro	April 5-8
Wylie Eclipse 2024– Wylie	April 6
Solar Eclipse Celebration at Oak Cliff Cultural Center– Dallas	April 6
Totality Dallas: A Solar Eclipse Festival– Mesquite	April 6
Waxahachie Solar Eclipse Weekend– Waxahachie	April 6-8
Total Solar Eclipse at Frontiers of Flight Museum– Dallas	April 7
Total Solar Eclipse Experience– Waxahachie	April 7-8
Total Solar Eclipse at Dallas Cotton Bowl Statdium– Dallas	April 8
Total Eclipse of the Park– Addison	April 8
Total Solar Eclipse at the Arboretum– Dallas	April 8
Total Eclipse at the Perot Museum– Dallas	April 8
Eclipse at the University of Texas at Dallas– Richardson	April 8
Total Eclipse at Klyde Warren Park– Dallas	April 8
Eclipse at the University of North Texas– Denton	April 8
Eclipse at Fort Worth Museum– Fort Worth	April 8
Solar Eclipse Watch Party– Waxahachie	April 8
Total Eclipse of the Park– Frisco	April 8
Eclipse at Grapevine– Grapevine	April 8
Eclipse over Ennis– Ennis	April 8

• The last time the Dallas Region experienced a total solar eclipse was in 1878!
• The last time there was a total solar eclipse in North America was in 2017!
• The Dallas Region will not experience another total solar eclipse for an estimated 300 years.
• The Dallas Region is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the line of totality.
• The center line of the eclipse’s path will cross through 15 states.
• Eclipse maximum is 4 minutes and 28 seconds, and Dallas will get to experience 3 minutes and 49 seconds.
• About 30 million people will be in the eclipse’s path of totality and the Dallas Region accounts for about 7 million of those people.
• Totality is safe to look at ONLY when the moon’s disk covers that of the Sun. Any other time it is highly recommended to wear eclipse glasses.

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Dallas Open– Dallas	Feb. 3-5
Galentine’s Market– Dallas	Feb. 5
Galentine’s Skate Night– Dallas	Feb. 10
17th Annual Lunar New Year– Grand Prairie	Feb. 10-11
Oak Cliff Mardi Gras– Dallas	Feb. 11
Sip and Shop at Blue Lacy Mercantile– Frisco	Feb.13
Galentine’s Day at Quartino Ristorante– Plano	Feb. 13
Mardi Gras Party on the Plaza– Irving	Feb. 13
Galentine’s Drag Brunch– Plano	Feb. 17
Hachie Gras– Waxahachie	Feb. 18
Taste of Soul: Soul Food Cookoff!– Dallas	Feb. 24
Mardi Gras Pardi– The Colony	Feb. 27
Fort Worth Music Festival– Fort Worth	Feb. 28-Mar. 2

Texas Tulips	Pilot Point
Dallas Farmers Market	Dallas
Dallas Blooms	Dallas
Valentines Day at North Park	Dallas
Deep Vellum Books	Dallas
Recycled Books	Dallas

MUST SEE EXHIBITS 

Dive into DFW’s cultural tapestry uncovering some of the regions’ rich history, art, and innovation.

Valentine’s On Tap	Dallas
Penguin Days at Dallas Zoo	Dallas
Dinosaurs Around the World	Fort Worth
Frost Fest	Irving
North Texas Auto Expo	Dallas

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION

Enjoy electrifying performances as some of the hottest concerts and shows tour the Dallas Region.

Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue	Dallas
Mania: The ABBA Tribute in Concert	Dallas
Cold War Kids	Dallas
Craig Robinson	Addison
Cirque du Soleil	Fort Worth
Beetlejuice: The Musical	Dallas

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• 10. “Big D” (Performed by Jo Stafford)

  Perhaps the peppiest song on this list, our version of “Big D” is performed by Jo Stafford, who made her mark as torch singer for the Greatest Generation. Though this song is chock-full of local references and hyperbole (Nieman Marcus, “where every home’s a palace,” etc.), it finishes at the bottom because it’s oh-so-cloyingly sweet.

  Listen to Big D >

• 9. “We’ll Go Walkin’ ” (The O’s)

  A walk to East Dallas’ Tietze Park and its signature live oak trees is the central theme of this song’s video, featuring Dallas’ own The O’s. It’s a catchy, rye tune that reflects the team’s off-kilter style. Aside from the mention of Tietze Park, the song itself only lingers briefly on the notion of Dallas, and could have been set anywhere.

  Listen to We’ll Go Walkin’ >

• 8. “Get Up” Cowboys Anthem (Kelly Clarkson)

  How many pop, country, rock and rap anthems have been dedicated to America’s Team? Thankfully, that’s not our question to answer. Instead, we submit Burleson native Kelly Clarkson’s glittering pop jewel as Exhibit “A” in our case for how it should be done.

  Listen to Get Up >

• 7. “If You’re Ever Down in Dallas” (Lee Ann Womack)

  Lee Ann Womack’s ode to Big D conjures up the boot-scootin’ heartache that many outsiders imagine happening here. “I’m sure Fort Worth has seen its share of heartaches,” she writes. “But it’s plain to see your heart’s not broken now. You’re in love with someone new, and up on top of the world.” The tune runs a little longer than two minutes – enough time to realize the lyrics’ double-meaning and to circle a saw-dust covered dance floor a couple times.

  Listen to If You’re Ever Down in Dallas >

• 6. “Woo” (Erykah Badu)

  Fans of R&B will appreciate this cool, bass-filled jam. Though there are limited mentions of Dallas in the lyrics, “Woo” is written and performed by Big D’s own Erykah Badu. It’s said that former President Barack Obama has placed this track at the top of his playlist. You should, too.

  Listen to Woo >

• 5. “Dallas” (Bad Livers)

  This riff on Dallas by the Bad Livers melds banjo, string base and guitar in a Soggy Bottom Boys-kind of way. This trio plays its heart (and fingers) out in the live version, posted here, having the time of their lives performing a song that seems to have something to do with a gambling addiction.

  Listen to Dallas >

• 4. “Deep Ellum Blues” (Jorma Kaukonen version)

  This recording gives its listeners the vibe of being a fly on the wall, including utterings from a backup vocalist who repeats the phrase “easy peasy” before the picking commences. When it does, we find our feet firmly planted on Blues Island, but there’s nothing stale here. The guitar and vocals are clean and honest as a freshly power-washed Deep Ellum sidewalk on a Monday morning.

  Listen to Deep Ellum Blues >

• 3. Dallas (by Willie Nelson)

  Willie Nelson’s homage to Big D references Love Field, Central Expressway, the LBJ highway, Neiman Marcus and Highland Park. “She swings like a blond with a millionaire,” Nelson croons, with a smile in his voice.

  Listen to Dallas >

• 2. “Dallas Days and Fort Worth Nights” (Chris LeDoux)

  This rockin’ country and Western diddy could make a convert out of the most diehard anti-country listener. Aside from the tune’s catchiness, the lyrics capture the often-overlooked duality of the Dallas Region:

  Under the skies of old big D He works a nine to five Bending steel and driving nails By phone in a suit and tie He fights traffic in his Mercedes To put on his cowboy boots Then he climbs on board his pick-up truck And barrels on out of the chute

  Listen to Dallas Days and Fort Worth Nights >

• 1. “Trinity River Blues” (T-Bone Walker, 1929)

  Showing an unabashed bias toward the blues, our “Say Yes” crew planted T-Bone Walker’s “Trinity River Blues” atop our playlist. Recorded at the beginning of the Great Depression, this track’s plinking piano and still-young T-Bone Walker (known as “Oak Cliff T-Bone” when he lived in the other OC) oozes murky authenticity:

  They’re building a levee now, I have no more to worry ’bout.

  They are building a levee now, I have no more to worry ’bout.

  If that river should happen to rise, won’t have to move my things out.

  Listen to Trinity River Blues >

Monster Truck Wars– Dallas	Jan. 6
City of Dallas MLK Celebrations– Dallas	Jan. 9-15
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo– Fort Worth	Jan. 12
Martin Luther King Jr. Observance– Irving	Jan. 13
MLK Parade and Community Celebration– Mesquite	Jan. 13
MLK Parade and Celebration– Grand Prairie	Jan. 15

Another Round	Dallas
Bowlounge	Dallas
Eva Sports	Flower Mound
Icompete Experience	Lewisville
City Night KTV Karaoke Bar & Cafe	Carollton
The Dinner Detective	Dallas
Crush It! Sports Lounge	Grapevine

MUST SEE EXHIBITS

Dive into DFW’s cultural tapestry uncovering some of the regions’ rich history, art, and innovation.

Jose Guadalupe Posada Exhibit	Arlington
House of Shine	Grapevine
Frontiers of Flight Museum	Dallas
National Video Game Museum	Frisco
Louis Tussad’s Wax Museum	Grand Prairie
Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site	Denison
Mary Kay Museum	Addison

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION

Enjoy electrifying performances as some of the hottest concerts and shows tour the Dallas Region.

NTPA Deaf Theater	Several Locations
Jagged Little Pill Show	Dallas
Tina Turner Musical	Dallas
Hasan Minjaj: Off With His Head	Dallas
Shen Yun Performing Arts	Dallas
Playboi Carti Concert	Dallas
Jonathan Van Ness at Majestic Theatre	Dallas
Emo Night Concert Tour	Dallas

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SIDECAR SOCIAL: Frisco 

Located in Frisco and Addison, Sidecar Social is equipped with games, live music, food, drinks, and a 32-foot video wall to make sure you catch every play and score for your team! With more than 20,000 square feet (about four times the area of a basketball court) of indoor and outdoor space, it is sure to be the perfect spot for gatherings year-round. Sidecar Social redefines entertainment with free entertainment like darts, ping pong, private karaoke rooms, and arcade games for you and your friends, all while celebrating touchdowns!  

OAKCLIFF SOCIAL CLUB: Dallas

Nestled in the Bishop Arts District, the Oak Cliff Social Club offers a casual environment for anyone who wants to chill and drink. With pool tables, Golden Tee, and enough space for you and your party to hang out, you’ll be sure to come back for their featured events. Tag along with a friend for live music, karaoke night, and poker tournaments with cash prizes! And don’t forget to wear your team’s jersey and sit back and relax while you enjoy the game. 

WOB Bar and Kitchen: The Colony

Opening its doors in summer 2023, the World of Beer Bar and Kitchen serves as one of the best gathering places where you and your friends can drink, eat, and enjoy the game. With 300 unique domestic and international beers stored and 40 rotating taps, your cup is sure to be cold and filled. This is the perfect spot to watch UFC and boxing nights and all things sports. Make sure to follow their Instagram for any giveaways!  

KATY TRAIL ICEHOUSE: Dallas

Awarded as one of the best patios in Dallas, Katy Trail Icehouse has cold brews, good food, and great views. All the food on the menu is made from scratch. On the weekends get in line for some Texas BBQ, but get there early because it runs out fast! 

TEXAS LIVE: Dallas

Want to be as close as possible to the Cowboys and Rangers, but not quite at the game? Texas Live will be your go to place. With Texas-sized tv screens, games, numerous bars, and restaurants you’ll be able to watch the game with your friends and probably make a few throughout the day. 

TNT SPORTS BAR: Dallas 

This smaller, local spot has everything you could want. They pride themselves on being the home of the Minnesota Viking Purple Haze Fan Club, but if you root for another team, it doesn’t mean there isn’t something for you. Their renovated space has 28 HDTVs, pool tables, and bar games. 

TEJANO SPORTS BAR & COCINA: Dallas 

Get excited for your favorite teams at Tejano Sports Bar & Cocina where thrilling games meet mouthwatering delights! Featuring live music, drink specials, pool tables, and high-definition TVs, you’ll enjoy a game night like never before.