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Margarita Festival | 12-5 p.m. | Community Beer Co. | $25 | Get your muzzle wet with six different margarita pours + a commemorative glass.
Sunday, Nov. 3
Diwali in the Park | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Klyde Warren Park | Free | Celebrate light’s triumph over darkness with live performances, good food, and activities for the kids.
Monday, Nov. 4
2024 Lapiplasty Pickleball World Championships | Monday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Nov. 10 | Various times | Brookhaven Country Club | $25+ | Brine and shine — it’s time for all-levels matches, clinics, celebrity games, and a showcase of new pickleball tech.
Friday, Nov. 8
Rise Against | 6:30 p.m. | House of Blues | $50+ | This punk rock band, known for hits like “Savior,” formed in 1999.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Inaugural Arts Walk East | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Old East Dallas | Free | The first-ever Arts Walk East will feature works from 60+ artists and musicians, snacks, drinks, and other arts-lovers.
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News Notes
News Notes
Closed
After a decade of business, Deep Ellum bar On Premise closed its doors Thursday, Oct. 31. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Real Estate
The Dallas-Forth Worth metro area has the highest investment and development potential in the US, according to the 2025 Emerging Trends in Real Estate report from the Urban Land Institute + PriceWaterhouseCoopers. DFW received this ranking partially due to its pandemic recovery and a diverse economic base. (Dallas Business Journal)
Coming Soon
The Omni Dallas Hotel is turning up the cool factor this holiday season. The hotel is debuting a new outdoor ice skating rink this year, with an opening date set for Friday, Nov. 22. Other holiday installations include a hot cocoa station, a train ride, and a themed cocktail bar. (Dallas CultureMap)
Ranked
Speaking of winter fun — Dallas-Forth Worth was recently ranked as the third best winter travel destination in the US by WalletHub, using factors like travel costs, weather predictions, and safety. Las Vegas and San Diego grabbed the first and second places respectively. (Dallas CultureMap)
Sports
Baylor football faces down longtime rival TCU tonight. Do the Bears have what it takes to defeat the Horned Frogs? The local experts of the Baylor Bears break it down with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Wellness
Did you know? You can get a medical marijuana prescription online by following three simple steps. See if you qualify + get connected to treatment options with help from Texas Original, a Texas-based licensed medical cannabis dispensary.*†
The Buy
Inflation may be cooling, but car insurance premiums aren’t. Why? All insurance is now priced in real-time — so repair times, parts shortages, and credit scores all play a part in the final price. Take Money’s questionnaire on your best car insurance experience to see if you can save.*
Finance
This expert-recommended credit card allows you to pay zero interest until 2026 — a game-changer for those trying to pay down outstanding credit card debt. See what all the hype is about.*
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Do you remember the wedding scene in “Dr T and the Women”? It was filmed at the Dallas Arboretum.|Photo by Rodney via Flickr
Whether you’re looking for a spot to decompress after your 9-to-5 or you’ve just adopted a new pup and need a place to run around, Dallas is home to plenty of recreational spots and parks to enjoy.
Downtown parks
Civic Garden Park, 1014 Main St. Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Civic Garden Park is meant to give you a respite from the constant activity of the city. You’ll find wide walking paths, benches, and plenty of seasonal flowers, shrubs, and grass to enjoy.
Nature parks
Trinity River Audubon Center, 6500 S. Great Trinity Forest Way Hiking enthusiasts will love visiting the Trinity River Audubon Center, located 10 minutes from downtown Dallas. It features five miles of hiking trails through the Great Trinity Forest, marvelous prairie views, and plenty of wildlife. Be sure to plan ahead, as advanced tickets are required to visit.
Dog parks
Barry Annino Dog Park, 2445 Canton St. Let your pup run around off their leash in this downtown Dallas dog park that features eclectic local art. Your dog can play in a fenced area with other pups and cool off in a dog shower. Barry Annino Dog Park is also within walking distance of several dog-friendly restaurants.
A tiny label maker that’s a bestseller and on deal for a limited time. Organize pantry items, office supplies, cables, and anything you can stick a label on (stay still, kids).
