Festivals

Turtle Creek Arts and Crafts Fest Debuts in Dallas April 14th-15th

Turtle Creek Arts and Crafts Fest Debuts in Dallas April 14th-15th

Originally a fall festival established in 2017, the inaugural Turtle Creek Spring Arts and Crafts Festival will be held at one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in the Dallas metro area, Reverchon Park. On Saturday, April 14 and Sunday, April 15, 2018, The Foundation for Public Spaces will take over the […]

Hill Country Film Festival Shares Indie Nirvana April 26th-April 29th

Hill Country Film Festival Shares Indie Nirvana April 26th-April 29th

There are few things that go together better than independent film and the independent spirit of a small Texas town. This is why Fredericksburg was chosen to hold the Hill Country Fill Festival. Once the film is finished there isn’t a better town to go out and explore. Fredericksburg is home museums, historical sites, shopping, exceptional German food, vineyards, and more.

Old Settler’s Music Festival Celebrates Its Roots April 19th-22nd

Old Settler's Music Festival Celebrates Its Roots April 19th-22nd

Old Settler’s has earned its reputation as one of the country’s finest roots music festivals by presenting a mix of respected veterans and exciting up-and-comers in a beautiful, relaxed setting. Campground jam sessions, engaging kids’ activities, a crafts market, specialty foods and brews, artist interactions and friendly patrons help deliver indelible memories that draw festival goers back year after year. Workshops with master performers and the Youth Talent Competition, where tomorrow’s headliners might gain early recognition and cash prizes, plus a festival slot, add to the allure of this gathering, one of the best entertainment bargains around. The nonprofit festival also gives back, via annual beneficiaries and a college scholarship program for music-related majors.

Iron Fork Challenges Local Chefs’ Skills for the Eighth Year

Iron Fork Challenges Local Chefs' Skills for the Eighth Year

Whole Foods Market Presents the Dallas Observer Iron Fork, a grand tasting event that will take place on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at Centennial Hall at Fair Park. During the event, attendees will enjoy the tastings from local restaurants, alongside wine, beer and cocktail samplings. A few of the participating restaurants include: Hello Dumpling, Meso Maya, Shake Shack, The Dapper Donut, and many more.

Waxahachie’s Crossroads Film Festival Brings Texas Talent to Town

Waxahachie's Crossroads Film Festival Brings Texas Talent to Town

The Crossroads of Texas Film and Music Festival is gearing up April 19th-22nd. This year, the theme is “Heroes and Legends” and the programming features everything from stories about our favorite heroes and performances from legendary Texas musicians.

Main St. Arts Festival Paints Ft. Worth April 19th-22nd

Main St. Arts Festival Paints Ft. Worth April 19th-22nd

The Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival is scheduled for April 19-22, 2018. This is the largest, nationally ranked arts festival in the country. With a high tradition of providing top-shelf services to artists, artist awards totaling $10,500 and hundreds of thousands of affluent Metroplex buyers, Main St. continues to forge new ground in terms of increased sales for artists.

Try First-Ever Taste of Oak Cliff Saturday April 7th

Try First-Ever Taste of Oak Cliff Saturday April 7th

Taste of Oak Cliff is a one-day food experience that will feature 60 of the finest local vendors, restaurants, breweries, and food trucks. ​This event will debut on Saturday, April 7th, 2018, with festivities taking place over several blocks at the corner of 10th Street & North Beckley Ave., in the heart of the neighborhood. The ultimate foodie experience will take place from 12 pm to 9 pm.

Dallas Pizza Fest Serves Up Slices April 15th

Dallas Pizza Fest Serves Up Slices April 15th

The history of human civilization is full of interesting dishes, but only a few of them have managed to capture the imagination and respect from every corner of our world. At Dallas Pizza Fest you can find incredible styles of pizza, and its journey from the ovens of the Italian chefs to the worldwide popularity that it has today. Whether it is thin crust, deep dish or anything in between, pizza is everyone’s favorite.

Deep Ellum Arts Fest Brings Life to Dallas April 6th – 8th

Deep Ellum Arts Fest Brings Life to Dallas April 6th - 8th

The Deep Ellum Arts Festival is proud to celebrate its 24th anniversary this year from Friday, April 6 through Sunday, April 8. Voted “Best Festival in Dallas” by local pools and ranked by participating artists among the top 50 arts festivals in the nation, the Festival begins at Malcolm X Blvd., and ends at Exposition Ave., outside the iconic Sons of Hermann Hall.

Big Texas Beer Fest Ferments March 30th at Fair Park

Big Texas Beer Fest Ferments March 30th at Fair Park

The Big Texas Beer Fest returns to Dallas’ Fair Park Auto Building on March 30-31. The event was founded in 2012, and has raised almost $60,000 for the North Texas Food Bank since inception. Named as Dallas Observer’s best beer festival two years in a row, and Blitz Weekly’s best festival, this year’s event expects to draw 8,000+ attendees across 2 days. The festival is one of the Southwest’s largest beer events, and will feature over 500 beers from more than 100 breweries.