Fourth of July is poppin’ in the Dallas area. | Photo via Pexels + Designecologist
Wooo-weee. We can hardly believe June is almost over, but July is just days away.
It’s time to pull out your planner, text the group chat, and plan for a memorable month. Here are the top events we recommend heading to in July.
Star-Spangled Spectacular Friday, July 4 | Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
This Dallas Winds show features indoor fireworks + classic holiday eats like hot dogs and ice cream.
Independence Day Family Fun Weekend Friday, July 4-Monday, July 7 | Dallas Arboretum
Go to the gardens for a weekend full of celebrations, including live music, petting zoos, and food vendors. Outlaw Music Festival Saturday, July 5 | Dos Equis Pavilion
Tickets for a seat at this country music showcase are selling fast. The festival’s 10th anniversary tour isn’t one to miss — expect performances from Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, and more.
Tulsa Drillers vs. Frisco Roughriders | 7:05 p.m. | Riders Field, Frisco | $13+ | It’s Thirsty Thursday at the ballpark, so be sure to sip a discounted beverage while you root, root, root for the home team.
Friday, June 27
Stick Figure | 7 p.m. | Dos Equis Pavilion | $30+ | Spend your Friday night being serenaded by the reggae and dub band.
Saturday, June 28
Blueberry Weekend | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Dallas Farmers Market | Cost of purchase | Have the berry best day filled with live jazz, craft workshops, and tastings.
San Diego FC vs. FC Dallas | 7:30 p.m. | Toyota Stadium, Frisco | $46+ | Cheer on Los Toros as they take on the team from The Golden State.
Sunday, June 29
Goat Yoga | 10-11 a.m. | Voodoo Brewing Co., Plano | $20+ | Flow on your mat while goats graze around you — bottled water, sunscreen, and bug spray will be provided.
Monday, June 30
Mixology Mondays at The Parlor | 5-6 p.m. | Sheraton Dallas Hotel | $30 | Learn how to craft the perfect cocktail with the help of The Sheraton’s mixologist.
Dallas-based Kaizen Development Partners began demolition proceedings on the old North Texas Public Broadcasting building in Uptown this week to make room for a luxury mixed-use project called Chalk Hill. Plans include high-end apartments, office space, retail, and green space. (The Dallas Morning News)
Coming Soon
Attention, foodies —Elia Greek Tavern will open in the Bishop Arts District this summer. The Mediterranean seafood restaurant will occupy the former Nora Restaurant and Bar space, serve fusion cuisine, and stay open until 2 a.m. (CultureMap Dallas)
Shop
Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS plans to launch a new store at NorthPark Center. The brand currently operates two stores in Austin and Houston, but this will be the first in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. An opening date is yet to be announced. (WFAA)
Open
Frenchie, a new all-day brasserie + bar by Travis Street Hospitality, is now open in the former Corner Bakery space in Preston Center Plaza. Mosey in soon for lunch and dinner, or wait a few weeks for its breakfast menu to launch. (CultureMap Dallas)
Real Estate
A new senior housing development just broke ground in South Dallas. The Culbreath, named for community leader Betty Culbreath, is expected to open in summer 2027 and will feature 364 affordable units for folks ages 62 and up. (CultureMap Dallas)
Concert
Sugar, yes please. Pop band Maroon 5 will stop in Dallas on the “Love is Like” tour on Friday, Nov. 7. Want to snag tickets to the show at American Airlines Center? General sale begins at 10 a.m. tomorrow, June 27.
Sports
What’s higher than a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader’s kicks? Their latest pay raise, supposedly. “America’s Sweethearts” will be getting a 400% increase in salary. In 2022, it was reported they earned $15-$20 an hour, while the club’s worth was $9 billion. Follow WFAA’s Paul Livengood for more. (WFAA)
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As he recovers from a torn ACL, Kyrie Irving signed a $119 million, three-year contract with the Mavericks. Get the full scoop from the local experts of the Dallas Mavericks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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