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    7 fall social events every philanthropic Dallas young professional should pencil in

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    Sep 10, 2018 | 5:05 pm

    Stop everything and have Siri clear your calendar. It's time for Dallas young professionals to get the best philanthropic fêtes of fall on the books.

    The next generation of civic-minded Dallasites is proving, time and again, that they not only throw parties just as fab as their parents' soirees, but that they care deeply for the people and nonprofits in the community who benefit from their generosity.

    From artsy gala after-parties to high-energy dinner-dances, these are seven favorite events every Dallas YP should plan to attend this fall.

    Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Concert and After Party
    September 15, Meyerson Symphony Center

    This social season starts with a two-fer, which could be a three-fer. The DSO Gala Concert stars Broadway favorite Kristin Chenoweth, who joins the orchestra for an evening of her favorite Broadway show tunes, love songs, and classical repertoire. But the party will keep singing and swinging after the last notes are played, when young professionals retreat to the 10 pm After Party right there at the Meyerson. A $79 ticket gets you the concert and the party (tickets to the party alone will not be sold). New this year: An upgrade to the $200 "VIP Experience" includes an After Midnight Party from midnight-2 am at Dallas hot spot The Tipsy Alchemist. Event co-chairs Courtney and Andrew Nall promise a one-of-a-kind black-tie evening for YPs.

    BubblyQ
    October 4, Fearing's at the Ritz-Carlton

    Charitable Dallasites have been raising a glass to this sparkling, must-attend event for a decade now, and it's contributed more than $1 million to cancer support and research through Young Texans Against Cancer since its inception in 2008. This year's BubblyQ will be led by chef-chair Dean Fearing along with event chairs Heather Winn and Vodi Cook. Guests will sample dishes from the best chefs around Dallas and enjoy an exclusive bubbles bar and craft cocktails. Partygoers should arrive prepared to shop, too, as the famous silent auction always has some of the hottest items of the year. Think beauty treatments, sports tickets, travel getaways, and liquor tastings for 20 close friends.

    CultureMap It's Fall Y'all Social
    October 11, West Village

    Each season, CultureMap throws a can't-miss party at one of the hottest venues in Dallas. This time we're teaming up with West Village to produce It's Fall Y'all, a chic and experiential outdoor block party for young professionals in one of Dallas' premier retail centers. Organizers promise amazing food, drinks, art, and pop-up shops from the center's retailers. Stay tuned for more details on the party with the catchiest name of the season.

    Dallas Opera First Night Gala After Party
    October 12, Winspear Opera House

    The glittering Dallas Opera First Night Gala brings together Dallas' fashion lovers and opera lovers like no other event of the year. After the final curtain call of Wagner's The Flying Dutchman, YPs (and any other night owls with tickets) will jet to a tent outside for the official After Party until about 1:30 am. Event chairs Shelle and Michael Sills plan sweets and treats by Wolfgang Puck Catering, an open bar, and dancing to the 11-piece Downtown Fever band. There is no separate ticket to the After Party this year; it’s wrapped up into the $1,000 First Night ticket that includes the reception, dinner, and After Party. But consider it a taste of what Dallas Opera has to offer for YPs. In the weeks following First Night, it will hold "young professionals night" performances of The Flying Dutchman and Carmen.

    Dallas Autumn Ball
    November 9, Hotel ZaZa

    This high-energy, black-tie dance party has become the be-seen party of fall. DAB welcomes young professionals dressed to impress to Hotel ZaZa for a fun night benefiting Reading Partners, which helps improve education in the city. Guests will arrive to the sixth annual event, chaired by Adam Kraus, ready to dine, drink, and dance. This year, Goldfish, an electronic duo from South Africa that has played festivals such as ACL and Bonnaroo, will headline DAB; the Emerald City Band open for them. Since its inception in 2013, DAB has donated more than $120,000 to Dallas education organizations. Each year it has sold out, and this year's is expected to, also.

    Rhapsody in Red Charity Gala
    November 10, Belo Mansion

    This festive dinner and dance, moving to the Belo Mansion this year, gives young philanthropists a chance to support the One Heart Project, an organization that helps to improve the lives of incarcerated and at-risk youth. It's also a great chance to paint the town red — literally — as red attire is encouraged (and makes for stunning photographs worthy of holiday cards). And although this gala is only in its third year, its success the last two years makes it a can't-miss event for 2018.

    Dallas Millennial Gala
    December 8, Omni Dallas Hotel

    The third annual Dallas Millennial Gala, benefiting Millennials for STEM, is moving to the Omni Dallas Hotel. It's also taking place in the middle of the holiday season, which means it gets the distinction of closing out the social calendar for 2018. This year's event will offer two ticket options: one includes a full dinner, as well as keynote speakers, silent auction, and entertainment. Another ticket is for the party only. The Dallas Millennial Club aims to gather young professionals to be leaders, philanthropists, and influencers in the community. About 3,000 YPs are expected to attend, making it one of the biggest YP events of the year.

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    Diana Liu and Chris Jordan at BubblyQ 2017.
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    Skating into the holidays

    Downtown Dallas debuts CultureMap City Rink at dazzling tree lighting

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    Dec 1, 2025 | 2:23 pm
    CultureMap City Rink tree lighting 2025
    Photo by Ashley Gongora
    Amber Barth from Skate VIDA performs during the CultureMap City Rink Tree Lighting Ceremony.

    A rainy Thanksgiving-weekend forecast wasn't going to stop the official grand opening of the first-ever CultureMap City Rink, presented by Verizon, at Main Street Garden in downtown Dallas.

    On Friday, November 28, representatives from Downtown Dallas, Inc., Verizon, and CultureMap gathered with the community for a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the outdoor ice rink that has transformed the downtown park into a magical winter wonderland.

    Just after sunset, at 6 pm, guests were welcomed from center ice by CultureMap editorial director Stephanie Merry; Downtown Dallas, Inc. VP of marketing and communications Monica Gonzalez, and Keli Ferguson of the Verizon team. As they were about to begin the countdown to light the tree, Santa and Mrs. Claus skated out to surprise the crowd.

    "I've made my list and checked it twice, and it turns out Dallas is very, very nice," Santa told the delighted audience. Then he counted down, "5-4-3-2-1!" and flipped the switch to illuminate the sparkling 35-foot tree.

    The majestic sounds of Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "Carol of the Bells" filled the air, and a group of young skaters from the Skate VIDA skating school glided onto the rink. They twirled, spun, and jumped like future Olympians on the ice.

    Amber Barth, a U.S. Figure Skating national-level competitor from Skate VIDA, gave a mesmerizing solo performance.

    CultureMap City Rink tree lighting 2025 Amber Barth of Skate VIDA performs after the tree is lit.Photo by Ashley Gongora

    When the rink re-opened to the public, kids (and their parents) slid and scurried onto the ice for the chance to skate and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

    Families fueled up at Rudolph's Rinkside Cafe, presented by DRG Concepts (the folks behind Wild Salsa, Chop House Burger, Wicked Butcher). Warm barbacoa tacos, fried chicken sliders, nachos, churros, and hot chocolate hit the spot as the night grew chillier.

    Guests who were 21-and-up lingered at the Après Chalet lounge on the other side of the rink. The cozy gathering area features nooks with inviting Adirondack chairs next to pipe-stoves - the perfect place to warm up with cocktails showcasing Shiner Spirits or sip on a Yuegling beer.

    The CultureMap City Rink, nestled beneath the colorful tall buildings downtown, brings the fun and festive feel of Rockefeller Center to Dallas. (It's the only ice rink in downtown Dallas this holiday season - and yes, it is real ice.)

    CultureMap City Rink tree lighting 2025 The rink will be open through January 5, 2026.Photo by Ashley Gongora

    The rink will be open through January 5, 2026. Visitors can expect themed pop-ups and a full slate of programming designed for every kind of holiday reveler. From romantic Date Skate Wednesdays to Family Movie Nights and Shop + Skate Saturday Markets, there’s something new happening each week:

    • Dallas Holiday Parade Activation — Saturday, December 6
    • Cheap Skate Mondays — Select Mondays
    • Date Skate — Select Wednesdays
    • Family Movie Night — Select Fridays
    • Shop + Skate Night Market — Select Saturdays
    • Santa Skate — Select Sundays

    CultureMap City Rink tree lighting 2025

    Photo by Ashley Gongora

    Amber Barth from Skate VIDA performs during the CultureMap City Rink Tree Lighting Ceremony.

    Regular hours are Monday-Friday from 4-10 pm, Saturdays 10 am-10 pm, and Sundays 10 am-8 pm. During school holidays (December 19-January 4), hours expand to 10 am-10 pm Monday-Saturday and 10 am-8 pm on Sundays. Special holiday hours will take place December 24 & 31 (10 am-7 pm) and December 25 & January 1 (1 pm-7 pm).

    Tickets are $18 for all ages, and include skate rentals and 75 minutes of ice time. Advance tickets, group reservations, and private rink rentals are available at cityrink.culturemap.com.

    Scroll through the photos, above, to see highlights of the Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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