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    Weekend Event Planner

    These are the 11 best things to do in Dallas this weekend

    Alex Bentley
    Oct 26, 2017 | 6:00 am

    People who have their own unique style will be on display in multiple events around Dallas this weekend. Things start off with our very own CultureMap Stylemaker Awards, then move on to include stylish people in theater, music, comedy, opera, and art. Among your choices will be four big names, including one whose Labor Day appearance was thwarted through no fault of his own.

     

    Below are the best ways to spend your free time Thursday through Monday. Want more options? Lucky for you, we have a much longer list of the city's best events.

     

     Thursday, October 26

     

     2017 CultureMap Stylemaker Awards Reveal Party
    Now in its fourth year, the CultureMap Stylemaker Awards, presented by The Plaza, is an annual celebration of the most innovative, dynamic, and fashion-forward men and women in Dallas. At the reveal party at Tootsies, the Readers' Choice and Judges' Choice winners will be announced. Guests can walk the red carpet, meet the finalists and judges, sip stellar drinks, and enjoy light bites, live music, and more.

     

     Theatre Three and Prism Movement Theatre present Lear
    Theatre Three is collaborating with local company Prism for a co-production of Lear, a beautiful and moving work of dance theater that focuses on the relationship between King Lear and his daughters. When King Lear is betrayed by his corrupted daughters Regan and Goneril, his sanity is sent into a tailspin, forcing his only faithful daughter, Cordelia, to take up the mantle and fight for her father's dignity and the fate of the kingdom. The production will run through November 19.

     

     Arts & Letters Live: Walter Isaacson
    Author Walter Isaacson, known for bestselling biographies on Benjamin Franklin, Albert Einstein, and Steve Jobs, will discuss his new biography, Leonardo da Vinci, an engrossing portrayal of the world’s most creative genius. In the book, Isaacson, among other things, describes how Leonardo’s lifelong enthusiasm for staging theatrical productions informed his paintings. This event will take place First United Methodist Church of Dallas.

     

     Halsey in concert with PartyNextDoor and Charli XCX
    It's not often that a singer becomes big because of a group of which he or she is not a member, but that happened for Halsey when she was featured on The Chainsmokers' No. 1 hit, "Closer." Her first album, Badlands, did well, but yielded no true hits. Following "Closer" in 2016, Halsey immediately had a hit with "Now or Never" off her new album, Hopeless Fountain Kingdom, with more sure to come. She'll play at American Airlines Center with PartyNextDoor and Charli XCX.

     

     Dave Chappelle in concert
    Legendary comedian Dave Chappelle was supposed to be the knockout debut act for the Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, but construction delays scuttled those plans. Almost two months later, Chappelle will make his way back to the venue for two straight nights of stand-up comedy, delivering his famous stream-of-consciousness act. Bring your sweaters and jackets, as this event will have the back doors open for lawn seating.

     

     Friday, October 27

     

     Nasher Sculpture Center presents Nathan Carter: "The Dramastics — A Punk Rock Victory Twister in Texas" opening day
    In a fantastical cornucopia of color, form, and gesture, artist Nathan Carter introduces figuration into his work, presenting the story of a fictional punk rock band who call themselves the Dramastics. The band, and the world Carter created for them, are the focus of his first video, titled The Dramastics are Loud AF, which tells the story of the band’s rise to stardom in a series of vignettes. The exhibit will be on display at Nasher Sculpture Center through January 31.

     

     The Dallas Opera presents La Traviata
    After opening its season last weekend with Samson & Dalila​, the Dallas Opera will open La Traviata​ with both a performance at Winspear Opera House and free simulcast at Klyde Warren Park. The opera, which tells the tale of a woman of questionable virtue sacrificing her own happiness for the man she loves, will alternate with Samson & Dalila through November 12.

     

     Dallas Symphony Orchestra Pops Series: Raiders of the Lost Ark
    The only thing better than getting to see Steven Spielberg's Raiders of the Lost Ark on the big screen again is watching it while hearing a live orchestra recreate John Williams' iconic score. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Constantine Kitsopoulos, will do just that at the Meyerson Symphony Center, putting on a performance every day through Sunday.

     

     Bruno Mars in concert with Jorja Smith
    There's an argument to be made that Bruno Mars is the biggest singer on the planet since his debut album in 2010. He had two No. 1 hits right out of the gate, and has gone on to have five more, including the completely inescapable "Uptown Funk" and "That's What I Like." He'll play all those hits and more at this concert at American Airlines Center, with support from opening act Jorja Smith

     

     Saturday, October 28

     

     Chris Stapleton in concert with Marty Stuart and Brent Cobb
    Bundle up for the final show of the year at Starplex Pavilion, as temperatures could dip into the 40s during this concert by Chris Stapleton. Stapleton went straight to the top of the charts with his 2015 debut album, Traveller, and he's following that up with two albums in 2017, the second of which will be released in December. He'll play alongside Marty Stuart and Brent Cobb.

     

     Ochre House Theater presents Original Man
     Original Man, written and directed by Ochre House Artistic Director Matthew Posey, is a riveting musical about Joe, a young man who lives in a world where he fights for a way to be free from an abusive father and a cruel, ruthless world through an imaginary world he creates. The production will run through November 18 at Ochre House Theater near Fair Park.

    Halsey will play at American Airlines Center on October 26.

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    Halsey will play at American Airlines Center on October 26.
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    Pickleball News

    Indoor pickleball concept from Georgia bounces into Frisco

    Raven Jordan
    Jul 7, 2025 | 7:06 pm
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    There's a new indoor pickleball concept coming to Dallas: Called Ace Pickleball Club, it's a growing chain from Georgia, making its Texas debut in Frisco in an old BuyBuy Baby space at at 2930 Preston Rd. #600. According to a release, it opens July 12.

    Ace Pickleball was founded in Roswell, Georgia in 2023, and calls itself the only facility of its kind, delivering a member-focused approach and all-inclusive pricing.

    Professional-grade cushioned courts and a welcoming community create the optimal playing experience for all skill levels. The chain currently has 15 locations across the U.S. including Colorado, Oklahoma, and Illinois.

    They emphasize an inclusive community with unlimited open play, and offer clinics, tournaments, social events, and ball machine reservations. They also offer paddle demos so that members can test out the newest technology from a variety of brands to find their favorite.

    When they open, they'll offer free introductory pickleball clinics for beginners to go over the rules of the sport and feel more comfortable as they learn about the game.

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    Indoor facilities have an advantage in that they're impervious to weather so players can play year-round.

    The Frisco location is a nearly 33,000-square-foot facility with 11 full-size courts and one dinking court designed to welcome players of all skill levels. Memberships are $129 monthly with the first month free.

    Bringing the concept to Frisco is Juan Menchaca, a former corporate worker who is a pickleball player himself. When he and his wife relocated to the DFW area in May 2023, he brought with him a lifelong dream of opening a sports facility.

    Introduced to pickleball by his brother-in-law, who is now training to go pro in pickleball, Menchaca was instantly hooked by the game’s fast pace, simple rules, and strong sense of community.

    Opening a dedicated pickleball facility felt like the ideal first serve into the world of sports.

    “I saw the demand I knew Ace Pickleball Club was the right fit,” Menchaca says. “The model is perfect for all skill levels across the Frisco community. I’ve always wanted to create something people could rally around, and this not only provides that, but helps in bringing our community closer.”

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