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    Experts' Choice

    5 best Dallas event venues to make your party the talk of the town

    Megan Winkler
    Aug 16, 2016 | 3:46 pm

    It's never a bad time to throw a party in Dallas, but with so many event venues to choose from, how do you pick the best? You go to the experts and ask the top event planners in Dallas where to find the best venues. While we can’t reveal our sources, we can assure you — these five venues are sure to knock your socks off.

    Sixty Five Hundred
    With nearly 20,000 square feet of party space, Sixty Five Hundred is the perfect combination of rustic chic meets modern luxury. The building was constructed in 1952 and used as a warehouse by General Electric, but with its 20-foot pine ceilings, stained concrete floor, and open, flowing floor plan, its updated feel means that “warehouse” is the last thing you’ll be thinking when you step inside. Offering in-house furniture rental, a huge prep kitchen, and even interior vehicle access, Sixty Five Hundred provides a wealth of flexibility, no matter what you’re celebrating.

    D.E.C. on Dragon
    Part glam retro hangout, part speakeasy, and all class, the D.E.C. on Dragon is as impressive as they come. The Design District venue features a 3,000-square-foot rooftop deck offering unobstructed views of the downtown Dallas skyline. Inside, you’ll find an expansive open floor plan full of retro-modern décor and furnishings, with an chic bar to boot. It’s a must-have for hip holiday parties, avant-garde fashion shows, chic charity events, and modern rehearsal dinners. With a professional kitchen, an open reception area, and a state-of-the-art sound system, D.E.C. on Dragon is a favorite among top Dallas event planners and residents alike.

    Hickory Street Annex
    Receive the star treatment at Hickory Street Annex. They only host one event per day, so there’s zero chance that someone else’s event is going to intrude on yours. With windows on all four sides, exposed brick walls, and views of downtown, this swank urban venue is perfect for book signings, CD release parties, corporate launches, and employee appreciation events. Not to mention that the grounds are beyond Instagram-worthy.

    Renaissance Hotel’s City View Terrace
    With a whopping 5,080 square feet of outdoor space, the City View Terrace at the Renaissance Hotel is breathtaking. It’s even got a retractable roof, so partying al fresco is possible year round. Enjoy panoramic views of downtown Dallas under the glow of the Texas sky or head inside to the adjacent City View space, complete with a private bar and attractive modern décor. The two spaces are set apart from the rest of the hotel, with guest access via a separate set of elevators and escalators, adding even more privacy to your exclusive shindig.

    The Venue at 400 North Ervay
    Luxury meets modernity at the Venue at 400 North Ervay. Built in 1930, The Venue features eye-catching architectural details and multiple party spaces for any size group. From a cocktail party in the Art Deco Grande Hall, with coffered ceilings and statement-making pendant lights, to a luncheon hosted in the Court Room, where restored French-painted ceilings and hand-carved wood wainscoting adds a touch of nostalgia, The Venue is sure to satisfy. The Rooftop Garden, with striking urban views, is an ideal option for intimate get-togethers.

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    CORRECTION: Originally 129 Leslie was on this list, but it is no longer available as a party space. We regret the error.

    Sixty Five Hundred offers nearly 20,000 square feet of party space.

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    Sixty Five Hundred offers nearly 20,000 square feet of party space.
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    Sobering statistic

    Texas ranks No. 9 among deadliest states for New Year’s crashes

    John Egan
    Dec 29, 2025 | 5:28 pm
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    At more than 314,000 miles, Texas boasts the largest system of public roads among the 50 states. It also holds the unfortunate distinction of being one of the deadliest states for New Year’s car accidents.

    An analysis of 2014-2023 traffic data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows Texas is the ninth worst state for traffic deaths on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

    During the 10-year period covered by the analysis, commissioned by AutoAccident.com, Texas tallied 280 traffic deaths on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day — the highest total of any state. The 280-person toll in Texas works out to 9.61 deaths per one million residents, a rate that’s 37 percent above the national average of 6.99 deaths per one million residents.

    The analysis reveals that nearly three-fourths (64 percent) of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day traffic deaths in Texas were drivers, nearly one-fifth (19 percent) were pedestrians, and 16 percent were passengers.

    “New Year’s Eve is one of the most dangerous nights on American roads,” says Edward Smith, managing attorney at AutoAccident.com, a personal injury law firm.

    “With impaired driving incidents spiking during holiday celebrations, every driver has a responsibility to make smart choices that protect themselves and others sharing the road,” Smith adds. “Even in states with strong safety records, one preventable death is too many.”

    According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), more than 2,000 drunk driving-related crashes happened during the 2024 holiday season. Last year, December ranked as the No. 1 month in Texas for wrecks caused by drunk drivers.

    “The holidays are a wonderful time to be with family, and yet they can also be a painful reminder for those who have lost loved ones to preventable crashes,” says Marc Williams, executive director of TxDOT. “Let’s make a new holiday tradition to drive like a Texan: kind, courteous, and safe. That means always getting a sober ride.”

    TxDOT offers these four tips for staying safe on the roads as the calendar switches from 2025 to 2026:

    1. Designate a sober driver before the celebrations start.
    2. Ask a sober relative or friend to pick you up if you’re too tipsy to drive.
    3. Use public transit or rideshare services.
    4. Stay off the roads until you’ve sobered up.

    Several organizations in Dallas-Fort Worth are offering ways to get home safely around New Year’s if you’re too drunk to drive:

    • Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has teamed up with Coors Light to provide free rides on New Year’s Eve. To get a free ride, enter the promo code COORSNYE25 in the GoPass app. The offer is available to the first 10,500 riders who enter the code in the GoPass app.
    • Trinity Metro will offer free Trinity Railway Express rides in Tarrant County from 6 pm-midnight on New Year’s Eve.
    • Various bars and entertainment venues in Dallas County are supplying QR codes for one free Lyft ride worth up to $35. The EpicCentral entertainment district in Grand Prairie is among the participants.
    • In collaboration with TxDOT and the Frisco Police Department, Uber is offering $30-per-ride vouchers for people in Frisco who aren’t sober enough to drive. Frisco ranks first on Allstate’s 2025 list of the Texas cities with the best drivers.
    • Fort Worth Limousines provides designated-driver services in Dallas-Fort Worth via limo, luxury sedan, SUV, and bus.
    • Pro-Tow Wrecker Service is offering free tows to tipsy motorists in Denton County who need a ride on New Year’s Eve.
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