9th Annual Texas Veggie Fair Rocks Reverchon Park October 27th
Texas Veggie Fair is a statewide celebration of plant-based living. It is a free event, open to the public. Vegans, Vegetarians, Omnivores and everything in between are welcome- see you there! In 2017, over 12,000 people joined us to enjoy plant-based food, products, live music, speakers, activities, and education. Our goal is to promote kinder, healthier, more sustainable choices for animals, our bodies, and the planet. Texas Veggie Fair is organized by an all-volunteer team, who are truly passionate about this message!
22nd Annual Lebanese Food Festival Celebrates Tradition and Culture October 5th-7th
Interested in experiencing what the Lebanese culture has to offer? The Lebanese Food Festival features authentic Lebanese food such as stuffed grape leaves, kibbi, falafel, tabbouli, kafta, baklava, and much more. Take part in the raffle for great prizes. There is a fun children’s play area with games, door prizes, a silent auction and wonderful Lebanese souvenirs.
A full schedule of entertainment featuring on stage live performances, fascinating traditional artistic folk-life, dancing by a variety of talented groups and individuals. Come see our own Lebanese Folk Dancers!
Taste of Rockwall Calls All Foodies, Neighbors and Friends October 6th
The City of Rockwall and RVC Promotions want to celebrate all the amazing restaurants in Rockwall. Join us on Saturday, October 6th, as foodies, neighbors, and friends will have the opportunity to sample the best food Rockwall has to offer at the Taste of Rockwall. This event will be held in downtown Rockwall during the City of Rockwall’s 10th Annual Rib Rub Run & Roll charity event.Â
Texas County Reporter Hosts 23rd Annual Festival in Historic Downtown Waxahachie October 27th
Join Kelli & Bob Phillips, hosts of the weekly TV show, Texas Country Reporter, for the 23rd Annual Texas Country Reporter Festival. This one-day arts and music festival will take place around the historic courthouse square in downtown Waxahachie.
4th Annual Oak Cliff Flamenco Festival Snaps into Town October 13th
 Flamenco music and dance are riveting Spanish art forms that are the focus of a week long festival October 7-15, 2018, in the Oak Cliff and downtown area of Dallas. Spotlighting heart-pounding percussion, lightning fast footwork, and internationally renowned musicians, this festival celebrates a sophisticated and intense art form.
Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner at Truluck’s
Truluck’s presents a four-course wine dinner event on Friday, October 27, 2018. Savor signature fresh seafood dishes and house-made desserts, sumptuously paired with an array of wine selections from Napa Valley’s Cakebread Cellars. Reservations required in advance. $150 per person (includes tax and gratuity). You can claim your seats online in UPTOWN or SOUTHLAKE or call Truluck’s at […]
Chef Manuel Vera Celebrates 20 Years At Truluck’s In Uptown
A graduate Dallas’ Thomas Jefferson High School, Chef Manuel “Manny” Vera discovered his love of cooking at the age of seven in his mother Julia’s kitchen. A culinary calling led him to Truluck’s, a mere eight miles south of “TJ,†where he signed on as a prep cook. “Dallas runs deep in my blood, and […]
Richardson’s Cottonwood Art Festival Hosts 1,400 Juried Artists October 6th-7th
Cottonwood Art Festival is a semi-annual event that features works from the nation’s top visual artists. Located in scenic Cottonwood Park in Richardson, Texas, this prestigious art show has been a part of Richardson life for over forty years.
Cottonwood Art Festival is a juried show. This year approximately 1,400 artists submitted their work for consideration. For each show, jurors select over 240 artists to exhibit their museum-quality work. The artists compete in 14 categories: 2D Mixed Media, 3D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Digital, Drawings/Pastels, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Leather, Metalwork, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Wood.
Ramen Expo USA Serves Up Business Connections October 14th-15th
Ramen Expo USA is coming to Dallas for a 2-day, business-to-business event, on October 14th and 15th. Ramen Expo USA is ultimately aimed to help build future business opportunities for those who are already established in the United States, and for others who are looking to start with ramen industry companies from Japan. There will be a large variety of ramen vendors in attendance, including Japanese food distributors, retailers, online shopping sites, noodle, machine and table manufacturers, Japanese ramen shops, teas, seasonings, sauces and much more! This event will be open to the public for a limited time during both days, giving those an opportunity to learn about the Japanese ramen industry.
Big Tex Celebrates His 132nd State Fair of Texas
Celebrating 132 years of tradition in the fall, the State Fair of Texas will return for another season of food, festivities, and family fun. Themed “CELEBRATING TEXAS INNOVATION,†this year’s exposition kicks off on Friday, September 28 in historic Fair Park. Adding to its annual offering of more than 100 free attractions, 70 Midway rides, and endless activities across the fairgrounds, the State Fair is excited to announce several new attractions lined up for the 2018 event.