Revamped ’20s industrial building on the shores of White Rock Lake. Book the venue and proceeds benefit the nearby Boathouse.
Adult toys get a whole new meaning at this artsy shop, which sells mostly limited-edition, cartoonish figurines and graphic tees. Even though prices can occasionally hit the four digits, most items are under $100.
A bike shop with everything from custom wheels to free night rides and hourly rentals (helmet included). It’s also an eclectic boutique with graphic tees, witty stickers, and funky accessories like leather serving trays and retro ashtrays.
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Outdoor garden oasis in the heart of East Dallas. Popular attractions include the live summer concerts, autumn pumpkin patch, and lush landscaped areas designated for I do’s.
Three-building museum in Fair Park with collections spanning 1.7 billion years of earth’s history. Besides heaps of artifacts and fossils, fun extras include hands-on exhibits and a live animal room.
Live music ballroom that attracts indie bands and big names (The Black Crows, Snow Patrol). The Studio Bar and Grill inside serves sips and munchies.
Old art deco movie theater in East Dallas that features everything from films and concerts to private/corporate events.
Longstanding one-room concert venue on Upper Greenville. The old-school-looking theater hosts a slew of up-and-coming local and traveling indie bands nearly every week.