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“The Art of Eve” Dallas New Year’s Eve Celebration at Winsome Prime
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 UTC | Winsome Prime, 331 Singleton Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Step into “The Art of Eve”—Dallas’ most anticipated upscale New Year’s Eve celebration, where culture meets class in a stunning Black Tie affair curated for tastemakers, trendsetters, and cultural connoisseurs. Indulge in an evening of refined celebration featuring Special Guest DJ’s, a live band, champagne toast, party favors, and immersive soundscapes set within an elegant, high-energy destination.
For guests wishing to enjoy an elegant New Year’s Eve dinner prior to the celebration, Winsome Prime will be offering a 3-course prix fixe menu, including favorites such as the Prime Rib, Seared Halibut or Chicken & Shrimp Pappardelle, for dining reservations available at 5PM, 7PM and 9PM. Guests are then invited to enjoy “The Art of Eve”, where one can usher in the New Year in luxury and style.
Table reservations for both New Year’s Eve dinner and The Art of Eve, can be made at WinsomePrime.com
Winsome Prime Dallas New Year’s Eve Celebration

Plano Black Joy Market
2025-11-22 11:00 - 18:00 UTC | My Possibilities, 3601 Mapleshade Ln., Plano, TX, 75075, United States
Puzzles of Color and Harmony Legal Group, PLLC will host its first-ever Black Joy Market at My Possibilities in Plano, Texas.
Event Highlights:

Meet and take photos with @blessedblacksanta
Shop from over 30 amazing Black-owned vendors, including Puzzles of Color
Enjoy live performances and family-friendly activities
Giveaways, giveaways, and more giveaways

Plano Black Joy Market is set for November 22 at My Possibilities.
The event is in support of My Possibilities—a nonprofit that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The African Think Tank's Ubuntu Fundraising Gala
2025-11-15 18:00 - 22:30 UTC | Ruthe Jackson Center, 3113 S Carrier Parkway, Grand Prairie, 75052, United States
The African Think Tank (TATT)—a non-profit organization dedicated to uniting Africans and friends of Africa for lasting impact—proudly announces that the multi award-winning Co-Founder of WangaWoman, and President & CEO of Essence Ventures Caroline A. Wanga, is set to keynote the second annual Ubuntu Fundraising Gala, taking place on November 15, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Ruthe Jackson Center in Grand Prairie, TX. The Anthem Award winner and Texas College HBCU grad, is slated to deliver a powerful message of unity and inspiration for guests attending The African Think Tank fundraiser. The evening will include a VIP reception, dinner of authentic, gourmet African cuisine, a vibrant fashion show, electrifying entertainment and performances, and unforgettable moments.
Co-Founder of WangaWoman, and President & CEO of Essence Ventures Caroline A. Wanga, is set to keynote the second annual Ubuntu Fundraising Gala on November 15. / Photo Credit: Used Courtesy of WangaWoman
In addition to Caroline A. Wanga, big names have gathered in support of TATT and the Ubuntu Gala, including this year’s Event Chair Akwete Tyehimba, Owner and Co-Founder of Pan-African Connection; Deputy Mayor Pro Tem of Grand Prairie, Texas Junior Ezeonu; and Award-winning fashion designer and Project Runway Season 17 star Venny Etienne.
Guests are encouraged to wear regal African or formal attire. All proceeds will benefit the programs and initiatives of The African Think Tank.

American Black Film Festival Dallas Pop Up Tour
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16 | AMC NorthPark, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Suite 3000, Dallas, TX, 75225, United States
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Pop-Up Tour is a new national initiative bringing the energy, creativity, and community spirit of the acclaimed festival to four major markets across the U.S. this fall. The ABFF Pop-Up Tour kicks off in October 2025 at AMC Theatres in New York City and will hit Dallas in November. Now approaching its 30th year, ABFF is expanding beyond its flagship annual Miami Beach event to extend its mission of cultural equity, creativity, and access to communities nationwide. The Pop-Up Tour will feature award-winning independent films, celebrity conversations, and curated panels—including BOB Talks, an inspiring speaker series spotlighting Black-Owned Brands. Designed to meet audiences where they are, the tour activates cities where Black arts and entertainment communities live and thrive. The 2025 Pop-Up Tour is launched with national support from Founding Sponsor Ally Financial.
The Dallas leg of the tour will be from November 15 through November 16th and will be held at AMC NorthPark.
Additional details and programming announcements will be released in the coming weeks. For updates, visit www.nicecrowd.com and follow @ABFF on Twitter and @AmericanBlackFilmFestival on Instagram and Facebook.

The Wonderful Counselor Stage Play Feat. David Michael Wyatt
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-25 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX, 75062, United States
One Happy Camper Foundation (OHCF), a 501(c)(3), will present The Wonderful Counselor on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Irving Arts Center with performances at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The original stage play with music invites audiences into an honest, hopeful conversation about family, counseling, caregiving, and dementia, pairing powerful storytelling with simple, take-home resources for families.
The Wonderful Counselor follows a family working through buried secrets, sibling tensions, and the realities of aging. The production stars David Michael Wyatt, the Houston-based singer, songwriter, and actor known as “The Velvet Voice” for his smooth falsetto. Wyatt has performed with Stevie Wonder, Kelly Price, and Tobe Nwigwe, and his music has been featured in the NBA finals and on Jimmy Kimmel’s Late Night TV.
Used Courtesy of: One Happy Camper Foundation
Designed with community impact in mind, the production features a brief in-room “caregiver moment” — a lobby Care Corner with QR codes to free planning tools, and a post-show recap for attendees who opt in.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit:
· Performing-arts programs serving autistic students, nurturing self-expression and confidence through creativity; and
· African Americans Against Alzheimer’s, honoring elders and raising awareness around dementia in communities disproportionately impacted.

Black Tie Cinematic Symphony
2025-08-08 20:00 - 23:00 UTC | Inspiring Body of Christ Church, 7701 W. Westmoreland Rd., Dallas, TX, 75237, United States
Leon Lacey’s Black Tie Cinematic Symphony makes its highly anticipated debut on its 5-city tour with its first stop in Dallas on Friday, August 8 at 8:00 PM at the Inspiring Body of Christ Church. This extraordinary event will feature an 80-piece orchestra, masterfully conducted by Leon Lacey, and powerful performances by gospel music icons Yolanda Adams, Israel Houghton and Lisa Arrindell, acclaimed actress.
The Black Tie Cinematic Symphony is an evening of splendor and sophistication, filled with the breathtaking music of the big screen brought to life. Audiences will experience a unique musical journey through soaring melodies and epic scores that blend the majesty of cinema with the powerful heart of gospel music.

36th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo
2025-07-26 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Fair Park Coliseum, 1438 Coliseum Dr., Dallas, 75210, United States
Saddle up! Dust off those cowboy boots and giddy up to the 36th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo on Saturday, July 26, at 7 p.m. at the Fair Park Coliseum (1438 Coliseum Dr., Dallas, Texas 75210). Doors open at 6 p.m., with the Grand Entry Parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the competition at 7 p.m.
Presented by and benefiting the African American Museum, Dallas, the family-fun rodeo showcases Black cowboys and cowgirls competing for cash prizes in bronc and bull riding, calf and steer roping, barrel racing and a Pony Express relay race. The evening also features on-field kids’ activities, trick lasso performances, live music, concessions, and more.
Aside from the thrills and spills, the popular rodeo – which has sold out in advance in recent years– provides a powerful glimpse of the historical contributions African Americans made in settling the western U.S.
“This rodeo isn’t just entertainment – it’s a living tribute to the strength, courage and legacy of Black cowboys and cowgirls in America,” said Margie Reese, interim executive director of the African American Museum, Dallas. “We’re proud to spotlight this rich culture through a fast-paced, family-friendly event that keeps the spirit of the West alive.”

TICKET DETAILS
With proceeds benefiting the African American Museum, Dallas, rodeo tickets are $15 and VIP seats are $43 (plus fees) at fairparktix.com. Tickets are also available at the museum and at the coliseum on the day of the event (although last year’s event sold out early).
For more information, go to aamdallas.org. For the latest updates, follow the Museum on Instagram and Facebook.

Southern Taste of Dallas Awards & Experience
2025-07-16 12:00 - 2025-07-18 23:00 UTC | The Shops at Redbird, 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas, 75237, United States
The second annual Southern Taste of Dallas Awards will return for a 3-day extravaganza July 16 – 18, 2025 at The Shops at Redbird, in a community celebration that will spotlight the culinary contributions, accomplishments and excellence of Dallas Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, ghost kitchens, and health-conscious eateries. Founded by Brittany “Luscious Barbie” Criswell and restaurateur Rickey Booker, Sr., the Southern Taste of Dallas Awards has now expanded beyond honorary recognition for restaurants, into a food truck park and a restaurant and resource expo.
Used Courtesy of Southern Taste of Dallas Awards
Day 1 of the Southern Taste of Dallas Experience will be a Food Truck Park at The Shops at Redbird; Day 2 will be the Restaurant and Resource Expo at the Shops at Redbird; and Day 3 will be the Southern Taster of Dallas Awards Show and Gala at Kessler Theater.

Harmonies for Health Concert Benefitting Urban Health Partnerships
2025-06-07 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Lakou Miami, 207 NE 59th Street, Miami, FL, 33137, United States
Urban Health Partnerships (UHP)—a South Florida non-profit working to expand access to healthy food, safe streets, quality parks, healthy aging, and public health initiatives—proudly announces its Harmonies for Health Benefit Concert, set to take place on Saturday, June 7th, at Lakou Miami from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Featuring acoustic indie folk and rock performances by Bed Scene, Uncle Scotchy and Harold Trucco, Harmonies for Health will be an inspiring evening of live music and community connection, for the sole purpose of uplifting neighborhoods and support for UHP’s mission to improve health and well-being across the lifespan of South Florida communities.
Used Courtesy of: Urban Health Partnerships
Family, friends, and the community are all invited to experience a fun evening of Harmonies for Health on June 7th. More than just a night of live music, the evening promises to uplift and inspire—with storytelling, heartfelt connection, and a shared commitment to creating healthier communities for all through the work of UHP.
Tickets for the benefit concert can be purchased online here, with a variety of pricing options to fit every budget. Proceeds will go directly to UHP’s Partners for Change Fund, which fuels grassroots programs and outreach led by and for the communities most impacted by health challenges. To learn more about Urban Health Partnerships, please visit urbanhp.org.

Winsome Prime Grand Opening Event with Live Performance by Dana Harper
2025-05-23 16:00 - 23:59 UTC | Winsome Prime, 331 Singleton Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Winsome Prime—a new, elevated Southern Steakhouse located in Trinity Groves—officially announces its grand opening event, which will undoubtedly be a night to remember.
From 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., guests will experience an unforgettable evening with delicious food, and an exclusive sneak peek of the restaurant’s private speakeasy.
Sultry songstress Dana Harper is slated to perform live throughout the evening, while guests wine and dine.
Winsome Prime’s Dallas Location will host a Grand Opening Event on May 23rd, featuring live music by Dana Harper.
Current menu favorites include the Hawaiian Ribeye, Snapper Orleans, Collard Green Risoto, Chicken Royale, and Spinach-Stuffed Salmon.
Reservations for dinner are mandatory, whilst the lounge area is open to the public. Proper dress code is required. Reserve your table here.

Winsome Prime’s Dallas Grand Opening is slated for May 23.

At the Pan African Connection Documentary Screening
2025-05-17 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Angelika Film Center, 5321 E. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
At the Pan-African Connection is not just a film—it’s a call to remember, reclaim, and rebuild. Created by Dallas native and first-time filmmaker Anthony Asota, the documentary examines the state of Black America’s socioeconomic progress through the time of a singular, enduring symbol of community power: Pan-African Connection Bookstore, Art Gallery, and Resource Center in Oak Cliff.
Photo Credit: Anthony Asota
Featured Local Characters:

Anthony Asota – Director and Narrator, whose return to Dallas and personal journey of rediscovery shapes the heart of the film
Bandele Tyehimba – Founder of the Pan-African Connection, his living legacy continues beyond his untimely death, showcasing his leadership, community upliftment and stalwart commitment to African people
Akwete Tyehimba – CEO and co-founder of Pan-African Connection, whose stewardship continues the bookstores mission
Leo Hassan – Musician, educator, and community fixture at Pan-African Connection who offers grounding in Black cultural legacy through storytelling and song

The premiere of At the Pan-African Connection will take place on Saturday, May 17, at Angelika Film Center & Cafe in Dallas. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the screening beginning promptly at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be reserved via Eventbrite here.

36th Annual GrapeFest
2022-09-15 11:00 - 2022-09-18 23:00 UTC | Grapevine, 636 S. Main St., Grapevine, TX, 76051, United States
GrapeFest is the largest wine festival of the Southwest and boasts the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation. This year’s festival will be held September 15, 16, 17 and 18, 2022, in historic Grapevine, featuring the very best of Texas-grown wines as well as exquisite selections from guest wineries in the California Sonoma Valley and the Italian Sicily region. Visitors won’t want to miss signature events People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, the Liberty Park Plaza Wine Experience and Champagne Terrace, as well as area wine pavilions and award-winning winery tasting rooms on Grapevine’s Urban Wine Trail. Not a lover of wine? Alternative adult beverages such as craft brews, hard seltzers and ciders will also be available at booths throughout the festival.

The 36th Annual GrapeFest® – A Texas Wine Experience, presented by Bank of the West, opens Thursday, September 15 at 11 a.m.

HOURS & ADMISSION
Thursday, September 15: 11 a.m.–10 p.m. – free admission all day
Friday, September 16: 11 a.m.–11 p.m. – paid admission after 5 p.m.
Saturday, September 17: 11 a.m.–11 p.m. – paid admission
Sunday, September 18: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. – paid admission
DAILY ADMISSION
Adults: $10
Seniors (62+): $5
Children (6-12): $5
Children 5 and under: FREE
WEEKEND PASS

$20 good for Friday, Saturday and Sunday admission
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Dallas Celeb Fashion Award
2022-08-20 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | The Statler, 1914 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The 2022 Dallas Celeb Fashion Award is a star-studded award and fashion show honoring Black celebrities who have created iconic fashion brands. Honorees include FUBU, Cross Colours, Dapper Dan, Baby Phat, and Karl Kani. In addition, NBA legend Magic Johnson will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement award.
The event will also feature a high energy fashion show showcasing emerging Black designers, as notable Black celebrities take to the runway. A portion of the proceeds will benefit select nonprofit organizations in Dallas.
Hosted by Griff and Letitia Owens.

JA Dallas 2022 Business Hall of Fame
2022-02-26 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75207, United States
Each year the Junior Achievement of Dallas Business Hall of Fame® celebrates and honors the achievements of the community’s most influential business and philanthropic leaders. The night to remember sets the stage of inspiring our future leaders—young people today who will lead our growing city in years to come.
The 2022 Junior Achievement of Dallas Business Hall of Fame® will be held at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Saturday, February 26, 2022. This event will support the mission of Junior Achievement of Dallas and help impact the lives of Dallas youth.
The 2022 Dallas Business Hall of Fame Event Co-Chairs are: Elaine Agather, Colleen Barrett, Lucy Billingsley, Valerie Freeman, Karen Katz, Liz Lokey, Nancy Nasher, Pam Patsley, Melissa Reiff and Trisha Wilson.
We look forward to seeing you there!
For sponsorships or group ticketing opportunities, please contact Nikki West at nwest@jadallas.org.

StyleCon Social Summit Dallas
2019-11-03 11:00 - 17:30 UTC | Sixty Five Hundred, 6500 Cedar Springs, Dallas, TX, 75235
StyleCon Social Summit, part of the 2019 StyleCon Speaker Series, celebrates empowerment, entrepreneurship and collaboration. This energetic one-day summit takes place in fashionable Dallas and celebrates the best in the business with ambitious entrepreneurial women sharing inspiring stories, valuable advice and smart strategies for growing a business and overcoming obstacles.
At StyleCon Social Summit, brands, influencers and modern millennials benefit from a curated day of real talk, content creation, promotions and gifting, all culminating in a networking happy hour. Everyone receives a StyleTote filled with beauty & lifestyle products as well as complimentary drinks, snacks & glam services.
Featured speakers include: Celebrity StyleCon Host Alanna Sarabia of Good Morning Texas as she moderates the StyleStage which includes a keynote with Sheryl Adkins-Green, CMO of Mary Kay Inc., and speaker panels with Nancy Feetham, Senior VP, Nutura Bisse, Tiffany Hendra, Media Coach, Elizabeth Savetsky, “Excessories Expert,” Carrie Minter, Founder, Carrie’s Pilates Plus, Terricka Cromartie, The Cromarties, USA Network, and many others.
Tickets start at $99 and can be purchased here.

29ROOMS: Expand your Reality
2019-08-09 - 2019-08-18 | Gilley’s Southside Ballroom, 1135 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX, 75215, United States
The Expand Your Reality experience will create new, bold and thought-provoking moments that bring Refinery29’s mission and multi-sensory spaces to life in collaboration with global artists, creators, visionaries, meaningful causes, and brands. Each room will put visitors at the center of the event with hands-on activities and several phone-free experiences, sparking engagement and igniting self-expression, storytelling and dialogue.
29Rooms will also feature city-specific collaborations with local artists from Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Toronto and Washington D.C. Additionally, some audience favorite rooms including:Teenage Bedroom, a technicolor fur bedroom that transports you back to the 90s teenage years and Inner Beauty Ball, a dance party where guests are invited to express, celebrate and dance will be included in the experience.
Tickets for each of the five cities are available now at 29Rooms.com starting at $30. There will also be a variety of opportunities leading up to the events to win free tickets through Refinery29’s platforms and partners.

29Rooms

Addison Goes Hawaiian for Addison After Dark
2019-07-20 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Dr., Addison, TX, 75001, United States
Nights under the stars in Addison have never been better! Addison’s new series, Addison After Dark, brings a fresh perspective on themed entertainment in Addison Circle Park. Bring your beau or buddies for a Luau on the Lawn from 7-11 p.m. on July 20.
The FREE event, presented by Oncor, kicks off with a hula show presented by Grace Hula Dance Co. At 8 p.m., dance the night away with the steel drum sounds of the Bamboo Boat Band. End the evening with spectacular performance by a fire dancer from Grace Hula Dance Co. at 10 p.m. There will also be family activities including hula hoop and limbo contests.
Pack a picnic or grab a bite from some of the area’s favorite food trucks, including Cousins Maine Lobster, Kauai Soul Food Fusion and Snowie Naturals DFW, which will be available throughout the event. America’s Finest Beverage catering will be selling beer, wine and more, with a portion of proceeds going to benefit the Adaptive Training Foundation, a training program for veterans.
Take a blanket or lawn chair, and get ready for an unforgettable night out in Addison!
No RSVP is necessary. This is a FREE event!

Creation of Fashion Show for a Cause 2019
2019-06-01 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Westin Galleria Dallas, 13340 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75240, United States
The third annual Creation of Fashion charity fashion will be an epic display of fashion and entertainment all under one roof. This year draws in Bravo TV celebrity and Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Phaedra Parks as an event host, in addition to talk show personality, Michael Molthan of M2 The Rock, as a co-host.
The event will also feature a star-studded fashion produced by Willie Johnson of J3 Productions featuring looks by Bravo TV Project Runway stars Venny Etienne of LeVenity and Lela Orr of Ferrah, in addition to Yik Styles and more.
Tickets are available for purchase here.

A Conversation with Barack Obama presented by the National Diversity Council
2019-04-11 17:00 - 20:15 UTC | Hilton Anatole, 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX, 75207, United States
President Barack Obama will engage in a conversation with National Diversity Council Founder Dennis Kennedy at the 15th Annual Diversity and Leadership Conference in Dallas, TX on April 11, 2019. President Obama was the 44th president and is the first African American elected president. He served two terms in the White House from 2009-2017.
Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. You must go through security. Please bring valid identification. The keynote will begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. Doors will close at 7:00 p.m.
Seats are first-come, first-served in your purchased section. Phones are NOT permitted for use during the keynote.
Ticket details are here.

Dallas Mavericks Inaugural Women's Symposium
2019-03-18 15:30 - 17:30 UTC | American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., Dallas, TX, 75219, United States
The Women of Mavs Empowering Network (W.O.M.E.N.) is excited to host the inaugural Women’s Symposium, celebrating “Being the Best You” on Monday, March 18th from 3:30PM-5:30PM. The event will be held at American Airlines Center, followed by the Mavs vs. New Orleans Pelicans game at 7:30PM.
The Women’s Symposium will bring together both men and women to discuss the importance of self-care, finding your purpose, discovering your passion and leading with values. Prominent business leaders of North Texas, including CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, Cynt Marshall, will be in attendance to share their personal stories and inspirational messages.
Speakers for the event include:
Keynote: Cynt Marshall – CEO Dallas Mavericks
Ivy Awino – Dallas Mavericks’ in-arena DJ
Jennifer Bartkowski- Chief Executive Officer at Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas
Jenny Boucek- Dallas Mavericks Assistant Coach
Vanessa Fernandes – Store Manager at Dallas Market, Nordstrom
Jessica Jesse – Owner, BuDhaGirl
Dana Larson- Sportscaster at Fox Sports Southwest
Kate Weiser – Owner, Kate Weiser Chocolates
Tickets begin at $60 and can be purchased here.

Fashion X DFW :: South Asia Fashion Show
2018-10-13 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Sixty Five Hundred, 6500 Cedar Springs, Dallas, TX, 75235
Fashion X (creator and producer of Austin Fashion Week, Fashion X Dallas, and Fashion X Houston) will return for its 5th annual runway show October 13th at Sixty Five Hundred, unveiling a new international experience labeled Fashion X DFW :: South Asia (Fashion “by” DFW & South Asia).
Following a packed out Fashion X Noir show for 2017, the re-imagined spectacular will now feature a multi-layered fashion show for 2018 showcasing the designs of South Asian wonders including couturier Varun Bahl, Austin-based Bridal Motif, Maryam Khizer, Rana Noman, the artistic Erum Khan, and Dallas-based Silk Threads by Ruby Bhandari. Other designers will also include Miles David, newcomer Valerie Garmino, Fashion X veteran Abi Ferrin, Shusi, House of Cynthia, and more.
VIP access includes one front row seat, access to the VIP lounge with open bar and South Asian bites for $250. New for 2018 is the VIP Group Cocktail Seating which includes 4 tickets for a a 4-person cocktail table seated behind the 3rd row, access to the VIP lounge with open bar and bites, and two bottles of wine for $1250. Tickets are available for second and third row seating ($75 – $125), in addition to standing room only ($35). To purchase tickets, guests can click on the ticketing link.

Symbology Fall Collection Launch at Tribe Alive
2018-09-29 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | Tribe Alive, 1455 W. Magnolia Avenue, Suite 109, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Symbology Clothing and Tribe Alive for an afternoon of conscientious shopping for the debut of Symbology’s Fall collection, Seeking SEArenity. Enjoy tasty nibbles and libations showcasing fusion flavors that reflect the Indian heritage of the line, like Symbology’s signature ‘Peacocktails.’ Bring your girlfriends and other awesome bossbabes in your life and help us empower women through fashion! Partial event proceeds go to benefit Girls Inc. of Tarrant County.

RSVP via the Facebook event here!

Dirk Nowitzki Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic
2018-09-15 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | SMU Tennis Complex, 5669 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
On Saturday, September 15th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests are invited to come out and watch as 2003 U.S. Open Champion and International Hall of Fame inductee Andy Roddick, Grand Slam doubles champ and five-time Olympian Mark Knowles, Soul Food and CBS’ Code Black actor Boris Kodjoe, others, and of course, Dirk Nowitzki – as they go head to head, making a smash during the fundraiser tennis tournament.
Rain or shine, the event will commence, with spectator tickets beginning at $20 for adults and youth, and free for children 3 and under. Proceeds will benefit the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation, which awards grants annually to organizations focusing on children’s wellbeing, health, and education.
Tickets can be purchased by visiting the ticket link below or at dnfoundation.org. See the full post about the event here.

Creations of Fashion 2018 Feat. Yandy Smith of Love and Hip Hop New York
2018-05-19 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Howell and Dragon, 1130 Dragon Street, Suite 120, Dallas, TX, 75207, United States
Keeping Families Connected, a Dallas-based familial-inspired non-profit organization, will present its second annual fashion show, Creations of Fashion, on May 19th at 7 p.m. at Howell and Dragon. The upscale event will be hosted by VH1’s Love & Hip Hop New York star Yandy Smith, along with a special guest appearance by Life Expert Extraordinaire Anita Hawkins.
Following a packed out inaugural show for 2017, Creation of Fashion will now feature a multi-layered fashion show produced by Willie Johnson, showcasing the designs of Ronald K. Jones, Nic Moore, Black Kaviar, Charmaine Marshall, and more. Guests will mingle, sip and nosh on cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, while enjoying live entertainment. Additional surprises will be in store, with proceeds from the event benefiting the Keeping Families Connected organization.
Tickets can be purchased via the Eventbrite link here.

Elizabeth W Boutique Grand Opening Hosted by Real Housewife Kameron Wescott
2018-04-12 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Elizabeth W Boutique, 4214 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75209, United States
Guests are cordially invited to Elizabeth W Boutique’s Grand Opening celebration featuring special guest host Kameron Wescott of Bravo TV’s Real Housewives of Dallas.
Come walk the red carpet and join in for specialty cocktails, music, spring fashion, and more!
The first 25 guests will receive a VIP gift bag! RSVP via the Eventbrite Ticketing link provided.

Black Curl Magic Live Tour with #30DayHairDetox Founders Aeleise & Aisha
2018-04-08 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | Scene Salon, 801 Core St., Suite A, Dallas, TX, 75207, United States
Black Curl Magic LIVE is a four-hour event where #30DayHairDetox Founders Aeleise Jana and Aisha Strickland break down the science of hair, have an in depth conversation about products, 1-1 consultations, and care + styling demos.
The Black Curl Magic event will take place at Scene Salon where Inspire N Style favorite, Glenn Charles of @GlennLovesCurls will be present.
Those that purchase the dry curl cut ticket option will get a Dry Curl Cut from Aeleise or Aishia. Read more on the tour here with our latest post.
Limited tickets and seating is available. Purchase tickets here!

Versailles '73: American Runway Revolution Screening & Panel
2018-02-22 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Angelika Film Center, 5321 E. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
Please join Inspire N Style for an exclusive, one-night only screening of Versailles ’73: American Runway Revolution in Dallas in honor of Black History Month. Join in as we celebrate the impact of black models within the fashion industry and their international revolution of the runway via the infamous Battle of Versailles between French and American designers in 1973.
After the film, listen in as Inspire N Style Editor in Chief,Leah Frazier and local Dallas runway experts pose a Q&A panel as they discuss the journey of black models in fashion then, and how it has made a tremendous impact on the industry as of now. Panelists include: Catalogue/Commercial Print Model, Ro Foster; Fashion Historian and owner of Vintage Martini, Ken Weber; Runway and Kim Dawson Model Carlotta Lennox; and Former Model/Owner of RSC Productions, Rhonda Sargent Chambers.
Ticket purchase required. Purchase tickets here.
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Film Bio: In an era known for protests and sit-ins, the 1973 Grand Divertissement at Versailles, made a statement of its own – a fashion statement. The legendary event pitting the five lions of French couture Givenchy, Dior, Ungaro, Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Cardin with five American designers Halston, Oscar de la Renta, Anne Klein, Stephen Burrows and Bill Blass created a cross-stitch of change across fashion, race, business and catwalks. When African American models Bethann Hardison, Pat Cleveland, Alva Chinn, Billie Blair, Norma Jean Darden, Barbara Jackson, Jennifer Brice, Romana Saunders and Amina Warsuma boarded the plane to Paris, they had no idea they would help change the course of fashion and pull off its biggest coup. Versailles ’73: American Runway Revolution tells this story.

Renowned Fashion Photographer Dani Diamond Personal Appearance
2018-02-10 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | AC Hotel, 1712 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
With over 251,000 Instagram followers, a regular column on FStoppers, and a vast portfolio of fashion, portrait, and commercial photography, Dani Diamond has grown to be one of the most internationally sought-after photographers in the business. Embracing the entrepreneurial spirit, the ability to inspire, and the art of design and style, AC Hotel by Marriott® in downtown Dallas will host a reception, “Drinks with Dani Diamond,” on Saturday, February 10, from 7-10 PM. The free event welcomes the public to meet the photographer on a personal level and ask questions. The reception will take place inside the AC Lounge at the AC Hotel located at 1712 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75201 in the historic Mercantile Commerce Building.

Dallas SXSW Community Meet Up
2018-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Tech Wildcatters, 1601 Elm Street, 33rd Floor, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
SXSW believes that attending the event in March isn’t just about attending a conference or festival, it’s all about face-to-face meetings and career-enhancing connections. You never know who you’re going to meet while sitting in a session or who you’re in line with waiting for BBQ. SXSW likes to call these serendipitous encounters.
Not only can you network at SXSW every March in Austin, but you can make connections before the event in a city near you. SXSW is hitting the road again this year in January and February to host its Community Meet Ups. These Meet Ups connect like-minded individuals and encourage collaboration with others in your community, while having light refreshments.
Have a question about SXSW or thinking about attending? Then come out and view a presentation by the SXSW staff, who will also be on hand to answer your questions.
An added bonus to the Meet Ups is that your attendance will earn you a discount toward a SXSW badge and one lucky winner will receive a SXSW badge for free!
All are welcome – just don’t forget to RSVP via the Eventbrite link provided.

See you soon!

6:00-7:00 PM: Check -In & Networking
7:00-7:30 PM: SXSW Informative Presentation
7:30- 8:00 PM: Q&A & More Networking
