Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, Oct. 30 – Nov. 1
We’ll see you in Denton for the last days so close to the state capital of Halloween.
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Edgemere Film Fest returns for a second year, celebrating film and senior living
There’s no age limit on having good taste in movies or a good time at Edgemere Film Festival.
Do Good Fest will bring Lisa Loeb, Barenaked Ladies and a great cause to Arlington
Oct. 24 at Levitt Pavilion pairs Dallas-raised Lisa Loeb with a $20 ticket and a mission bigger than the nostalgic tunes.
What the rain leaves behind: Emily Lamberty’s ‘Umbrella Corpse’ finds beauty in the broken
One man’s trashed umbrella is a Dallas artist’s muse. “Umbrella Corpse” by Emily Lamberty is on view at Art on Main this month.
Cheap eats in Dallas for every day of the week
Inflation-smation. Well, not really, but there are some deals to be found
Four years deep, a homegrown festival is still blooming in Downtown Dallas
The Downtown Dallas Arts & Music Festival returns Sept. 12-13 with live murals, 30+ local musicians and a free, all-local love letter to DFW creativity.
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‘Mi Familia: Día de los Muertos’ turns Dallas library into a living altar
Nearly 30 artists have come together for a free exhibit built around a collective ofrenda of memory, grief and love.
The inaugural (and free) Dallas Latino Film Festival is this weekend
The Dallas Latino Film Festival hits the Latino Cultural Center Sept. 4-5 with free screenings, panels, workshops, awards and local music.
Denton Arts & Jazz Fest unveils full lineup for its 35th year
Meet the 2026 headliners, new additions and the free festival’s full lineup.
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Dallas authors will take over Half Price Books for a day of discovery this weekend
Crawls are best when they don’t come with hangovers. This Saturday, the free Local Author Crawl comes books, signings and a scavenger hunt.
5 can’t-miss screenings at the 2026 Oak Cliff Film Festival
Dallas has an underrated cinema scene, and Oak Cliff is at the heart of it. The neighborhood’s 15th annual festival has a packed screening schedule.
A new meetup on the Katy Trail pairs strangers for a friendly stroll
Walk & Talk Social turns the Katy Trail into a weekly meet-and-mingle without the ice-breakers, apps or dating butterflies.
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Cheap Steaks: 5 steak dinners (with sides) in Dallas for $40 or less
We had a mission: A good steak dinner with sides for under $40. No compromises on flavor, quality, or cash.
10 best Dallas public pools to dive into this summer
Summer is here, so we’re diving straight into Texas-shaped pools, rooftop watering holes and more among North Texas’ best places to go for a dip.
Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week: Where to Get Free Food and Deals in Dallas, Updated
As they say, if you have an appreciation week, you’re not getting paid enough. Hopefully these bargains soften the blow.
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The 12 Best Karaoke Spots in Dallas
You probably can’t hit the big notes in “Bohemian Rhapsody,” but we know that won’t stop you, so here are all of the places you can attempt it.
Music Safari Returns With a Journey of Sounds on Oak Cliff Front Lawns
Music Safari started as a front lawn concert series in Kessler Park during the pandemic. Now it’s a free, annual tradition.
Dallas’ Best Happy Hours: Because We’ve All Earned $5 Margaritas in 2026
Did you know you can get a happy meal during happy hour at a local bar that comes with a burger, fries, a cocktail and one ciggie.
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Applebee’s Dollarita — the Sugar Daddy of Drink Deals — Is Back This Sunday
Sunday is National Margarita Day and what better way to make you hate your life choices on Monday morning than by celebrating with Dollaritas?
Deep Ellum Pizzeria Celebrates 15 Years with $1 Pizza and Beer This Monday
Cane Rosso in Deep Ellum is 15, old enough to realize $1 pizza is the only way to buy our fickle affection.
Love on a Budget: A Guide to Dive Bars and Cheap Date Ideas
Low-key elite food, restrooms with character and maybe even a stripper pole. All on a budget.
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Can Free Bread Revive this Dallas-Based Restaurant to Its Old Glory?
This cozy Dallas-born cafe is back to its old tricks.