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Plan Ahead
🗓️ Get your planner ready
You know fall has arrived when pumpkins are out in full force in Dallas. | Photo via @dallasfarmersmarket
Have a ball this fall. Check out our top five event picks for October, spanning seasonal pop-ups, festivals, and must-see shows.
Seasonal
Pumpkin Patch | Wednesday, Oct. 1-Friday, Oct. 31 | Times vary | Dallas Farmers Market | Cost of purchase | Choose from 25+ different varieties of pumpkins at this too gourd to be true market.
Shows
Zack Fox | Friday, Oct. 3 | 9 p.m. | SILO | $94+ | This hilarious comedian plays Tariq Temple on “Abbott Elementary” and has also dipped his toes into DJing and rapping.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: The 50th Anniversary | Wednesday, Oct. 8 | 8 p.m. | Majestic Theatre | $50+ | Brad, Janet, and Dr. Frank-N-Furter are ready to do the “Time Warp” again. It’s just a jump to the left and then a step to the right...
Twenty One Pilots: “THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH” | Monday, Oct. 20 | 8 p.m. | Dos Equis Pavilion | $266+ | The Columbus, Ohio-based group is wrapping up their tour before taking a break from making music together — don’t miss out.
Festivals
DFW Italian Festival | Saturday, Oct. 11-Sunday, Oct. 12 | Times vary | Las Colinas | $12+ | This might be the best way to spend a weekend — wide selections of wine, Italian food, live music, and plenty of shopping.
Expect smart tech, energy-efficient upgrades, and interiors designed to create bright, open kitchens and living spaces. Read: You’ll want to be hosting for the holidays this year.
Perks that add up
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Phase one of the Celina Downtown Center is nearly complete, bringing approximately 400 parking spots into a garage when it opens in November. This also means crews can move onto the second phase, which includes a library and rooftop gathering area. (WFAA)
Closing
Despite a comeback attempt, Campo Verde is officially closing after Christmas Eve. The popular Tex-Mex restaurant wants to stay open for one more holiday season and then reimagine the space in the new year into a “fresh concept.” (WFAA)
Open
A new steakhouse is now open on the 11th floor of the Marriott in downtown Dallas. JW Steakhouse features a fusion menu of Texas dry-aged steaks that also pull inspiration from Hispanic and Asian cultures. Bonus: It has a wraparound view of the city for those perfect date night photos. (NBC DFW)
Ranked
Can you name all 15 DFW employers that were inside the top 600 businesses in the US according to Forbes? Don’t panic if not — we have the full list right here. (CultureMap Dallas)
Shop
No need to search high and low for Hideaway Vintage — you can find it in Dallas’ Bishop Arts District. It offers luxury brands, top-notch vintage threads, and other highly sought-after accessories that will surely boost your cool factor. (CultureMap Dallas)
Trending
Clear skies and warm weather are in the forecast this weekend when the State Fair of Texas returns. If you want to avoid rain delays and heat waves, give WFAA meteorologist Mariel Ruiz a follow on X for accurate weather updates.
Sports
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens is looking like the team’s best pass catcher — but is he ready for the spotlight? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Travel
Alabama’s Beaches aren’t just about the waves: Visit the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, catch a show at The Wharf, or dive into family fun at Adventure Island. Plan a fall trip to explore attractions that make your beach trip special.*
Real Estate
Meet Oxenfree Stonebriar — a modern townhome community now pre-leasing in Frisco. With upscale three- and four-bedroom floor plans, smart home features, and standout amenities (think: coworking lounge, fitness center, resort-style pool), it’s redefining rental living. Minutes from The Star, Legacy West, and FC Dallas Stadium. See inside the homes.*
Weather
With Texas still experiencing record-breaking heat waves, the last thing you need is a $10,000 HVAC repair bill (no, we didn’t accidentally add an extra zero there). Luckily, this leading company is offering 50% off select plans — get your free quote. See disclaimers forimportant consumer information.*
Edu
Discover your creative potential with Inward & Artward School of Creativity’s online classes this fall. Engage in courses like Creativity & Personal Mythology and Writers Accountability Groups to build resilience and sustain inspiration. Plus, apply for the 2026 hybrid Creative Facilitator Training for a unique learning journey. Enroll.*
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Jobs
Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, DALtoday Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles for free + watch the applications roll in.
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
In case you missed it, there will soon be a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Dallas Wings practice facility in the west side of Oak Cliff. If you want to see what the Wings will be flying into next season, check out the renderings here.
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