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World Cup Kicks Off in D-FW, But Extent of Tourism Boom Remains Uncertain

By Charles Grand / June 14, 2026 /

FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially begun, and the D-FW’s first host city match kicks off Sunday afternoon at “Dallas Stadium” in Arlington. Millions of visitors are expected to descend upon the Metroplex over the course of the next month to attend matches and get in on all the revelry planned around North Texas. The…

FIFA World Cup Soccer Is Almost Here, and There Will Be Plenty To Do

By Brenda Masse / May 25, 2026 /

FIFA World Cup 2026, one of the world’s biggest events, is almost here, and the D-FW is gearing up to play host to nine matches. Whether you plan on making it to a game or not, there are plenty of ways to get in on the excitement without shelling out a lot of money. Here…

Dallas Art Fair ’26 Finds Its Mood — And Lands on a High Note

By Elaine Raffel / April 25, 2026 /

If there was a single takeaway from this year’s Dallas Art Fair, it wasn’t a specific artist or even a standout booth. It was the mood. “The vibe is very upbeat,” said Dallas Art Fair Director Kelly Cornell.

Preston Hollow Christmas Lights Fiasco Escalates With Neighborhood Blockade

By Charles Grand / December 22, 2025 /

In a twist to the Preston Hollow Christmas lights saga, a private group has taken out a special event permit limiting public access to part of the neighborhood. While pedestrians were allowed to check out the display Sunday evening, it seems a blockade of sorts was in effect the two nights prior. The move follows…

Deck the Plaza While You Can: Annual City Hall Tree Lighting Is Slated Friday

By Charles Grand / December 4, 2025 /

It’s that time of year again in Dallas. It’s time for Deck the Plaza, the annual tree lighting ceremony held outside City Hall on the paved civic space that’s been enjoyed by residents since it was built in the 1970s. Unfortunately for preservationists and those who hold dear what’s been a mainstay of public gatherings…