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4/24/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at El Chico

Eads Hooper — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

El Chico is celebrating Cinco de Mayo from April 24-May 5 with an always-win Scratch Off Text Game, text CINCOSCRATCHOFF to 89686 for guaranteed prizes like free tacos, queso, desserts and more. Additionally, guests can enjoy the sharable El Chico Grande platter and festive cocktails, including the Mamas Sangria Swirl and Malibu Margarita.

4/28/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at Cantina Laredo

Eads Hooper — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z

Cantina Laredo is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a guaranteed-win text game and limited-time specials from now to May 5. Guests can text to play for prizes like free queso, tacos, dessert or half-price fajitas (with entrée purchase). The celebration also features seasonal cocktails, beer specials and to-go packs perfect for groups, including fajitas, enchiladas and appetizers.

5/1/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Join us to craft your own Crackled Whiskey Glass from molten glass, elevating your sipping experience with a personalized touch. Choose from a vibrant array of colors and witness the mesmerizing transformation of glowing, molten glass up close.

Vetros glassblowing events are lively, engaging, and unforgettable! Perfect for friends, family, or colleagues, this hands-on experience creates lasting memories. Bring your camera for incredible photo opportunities! After your session, relax in our Hot Shop stadium seating and watch our skilled glassblowers work their magic.

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.ticketspice.com/2026-whiskey-glass

5/1/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.ticketspice.com/2026-whiskey-glass

5/2/2026 (All Day) Derby Day at Bourbon & Banter

Eads Hooper — Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

The Statler, the iconic mid-century hotel, is bringing Derby Day to downtown Dallas with themed bites, cocktails and festive watch-party vibes across its signature venues.

At Bourbon & Banter, the hidden speakeasy beneath The Statler, guests can toast to race day with signature cocktails like the Secretariat, crafted with Woodford Reserve, house-made simple vanilla and mint leaves or Nobodys Mule, featuring Woodford Reserve, simple syrup, lime juice and a splash of ginger beer. Each sip is perfect for keeping the Derby spirit going long after the final stretch.

5/2/2026 (All Day) Derby Day at Scout

Eads Hooper — Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

The Statler, the iconic mid-century hotel, is bringing Derby Day to downtown Dallas with themed bites, cocktails and festive watch-party vibes across its signature venues.

Guests can gather in Scout at 5:57 p.m. to watch the race on big screens, then enjoy Southern-inspired specials at Scout paired with festive cocktails like the Kentucky Mule and Kentucky Smash. The menu features savory bites including Beef Sliders with BBQ sauce, Louisville Hot Brown Flatbread, Bourbon BBQ Glaze Meatballs and Fried Green Tomatoes.

5/4/2026 12:00 AM (CST) Coppell Baseball Association Fall Registration

Coppell Baseball Association — Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

5/4/2026 (All Day) Craft Your Own Wine Glass at Vetro Glassblowing

Vetro Glassblowing — Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Shape hot molten glass into a hand-blown stemless wine glassperfect for savoring your favorite vino in style! Vetros glassblowing events are fun, festive, and interactive! Whether with friends, family, or coworkers, this unique glassblowing experience is one to remember!

Dont forget your camerathese events make for epic photo ops. You can stay and watch the glassblowers in the Hot Shop stadium seating area or shop the gallery for one-of-a-kind blown-glass decor and gifts.

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.ticketspice.com/2025-stemless-wine-glass

5/4/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

5/4/2026 (All Day) It's Spring time at Vetro Glassblowing Studio

Vetro Glassblowing — Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

ITS SPRING AT VETRO with flowers, Easter eggs, and Mothers Day bowls all in the month of April!

Vetro Glassblowing Studio offers this unique interactive experience which is fun, festive, and perfect for friends, family, companies, and children of all ages! This April give the Gift of Glass with a beautiful flower, a delicate bowl or colorful Easter Egg created from hot molten glass! Register to help create a unique handmade gift. https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

5/4/2026 9:00 AM (CST) Summer Enrichment Camp

Dallas International School — Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 Z

The DIS Summer Enrichment Camp is a 6-week program that will be offered from June 13 to July 22

Our camps are open to all and designed to provide campers with the opportunity to explore a wide range of activities in a safe and caring environment.

Campers may enroll in a full day or a half day program for any combination of activities they choose. The activities offered include cooking, music, sports, dance, art, math, drama and languages.

Enrollment is ongoing. So don't wait, join the fun.

https://sites.google.com/dallasinternationalschool.org/dis-summer-enrichment-camp/home

5/4/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Texas Pinners Conference and Expo

Noel Hampton — Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 Z

WHO: ?Texas Pinners Conference - Pinterest-inspired conference and expo featuring 200 top business contributors.

WHAT: Pinners Conference is excited to host its Pinterest-inspired conference on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Attendees can learn, create, connect and shop the latest DIY trends inspired by creativity and passion for craft-making. The two-day conference and expo will provide 100+ Pinterest-based classes taught by experts in DIY, home décor, food arts, fashion, beauty, self-improvement, party-planning, photography and a full tradeshow floor with over 300 vendors. Visit tx.pinnersconference.com for more information. To stay updated with the Pinners Conference in Texas, check out @pinnersconf on all platforms. Dont forget to follow the #PinnersTX and #pinnersconf to follow this event!

WHEN: The event will occur Friday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: TexasPinners Conference will be hosted at Will Rogers Memorial Center, located at 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, Texas 76107.

COST: General admission is $10 and includes access to the tradeshow shopping floor. Children 8 and under are free. Class materials sold separately. Multi-day passes are available.

SPONSORS: The Home Depot, Ryobi, Chalk Couture, Joanns, Plaid Crafts, Texas Appliances, Janome and MakerFlo Crafts.

5/4/2026 5:00 PM (CST) Mixology Mondays at The Parlor

Culver Public Relations — Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 Z

Mixology Mondays classes are hosted weekly at The Parlor, inside Sheraton Dallas, from 5-6pm. The cocktail featured varies weekly and reservations are required. The cost is $30/per person which does not include tax and gratuity. The interactive mixology classes are led by the hotels talented Mixologist, Adam, who has explored more than 43 countries and worked at luxury properties and bars across the world. Guests can have fun mixing a cocktail and then enjoy the delicious creation. Reservations are required.

Complimentary parking at any of the hotels restaurants and bars for up to 4 hours is available in the hotels parking garage across the street from the front entrance. Please bring your parking ticket and present it for validation.

Reservations can be made here: https://activities.travelcurious.com/book/marriott-com-daldh?opa-deeplink=1ee5eda7-0aaf-6156-8177-3110f231cef5.

5/5/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at The Statler

Eads Hooper — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

The Statler is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with an all-day fiesta on Tuesday, May 5, featuring chef-driven bites, festive drink specials and a Bar Crawl Passport across Scout, Waterproof and Bourbon & Banter. Guests who purchase a cocktail at each venue and collect stamps will receive a complimentary starter at Scout, with specialty Lalo Tequila cocktails available at every stop.

To complement the drinks, Waterproof and Scout will offer a selection of light bites, including brisket tacos ($16) served on corn tortillas with jalapeño, grilled pineapple and salsa verde, topped with radish and lime wedges, as well as shrimp ceviche ($14) featuring citrus-marinated shrimp, jalapeño and avocado served with corn tortilla chips.

5/5/2026 (All Day) Create a Holiday Ornament from Hot Molten Glass!

Vetro Glassblowing — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Make your own handblown Tree Ornament at Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery! Each year, participants help create a traditional ornament or a snowman ornament, making for a fun and festive holiday activity. Join us here in Historic Downtown Grapevine, where all ages are welcome to come and enjoy the ancient art of glassblowing!

These events are great photo opportunities, so dont forget to bring your camera and plan to stay to watch hot molten glass formed into wonderful holiday ornaments. Handmade glass ornaments are wonderful mementos or personalized gifts for someone special. Registration is open, and spots fill up quickly!

Extreme Ornaments Dates & Times:

11/18 (2:30 - 5:30)

11/19 (10:00 - 5:30)

11/20 (10:00 - 1:00)

11/21 (10:00 - 5:30)

11/22 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/2 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/3 (2:30 - 5:30)

12/4 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/5 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/6 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/9 (2:30 - 5:30)

12/10 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/11 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/12 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/13 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/16 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/17 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/18 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/19 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/20 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/22 (10:00 - 6:30)

12/23 (10:00 - 6:30)

5/5/2026 (All Day) Make a Snowman Ornament from Hot Molten Glass!

Vetro Glassblowing — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Create your own glass Snowman Ornament at Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery! Each year, participants help create a glass snowman or a traditional ornament, making for a fun and festive holiday activity. Join us here in Historic Downtown Grapevine, where all ages are welcome to come and enjoy the ancient art of glassblowing!

December & January Dates & Times:

12/27 (2:30 - 6:30)

12/30 (10:00 - 5:30)

12/31 (10:00 - 1:00)

1/2/26 (10:00 - 5:30)

1/3/26 (10:00 - 5:30)

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Add some fire and flaming cocktails to your Hot Date Night at Vetro for Valentines Day! This has got to be the most unique Valentines Date Night EVERFlaming Cocktails, Sweet Treats, and Hot Molten Glass! Register early these spots go fast for a perfect Valentines Date idea!

So shake things up this year and sign up for dedicated time with one of our glassblowers to help you create molten hot glass Valentines hearts or flowers together. Enjoy a couple of Flaming Cocktails to celebrate the season of love and make a lasting memory together. Bring your camera as this is a great photo opportunity.

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

Vetro Glassblowing — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

Spots available: Feb 11, 12th, 13th, and 14th

Dont wait! These sell out fast. REGISTER ONLINE at Spaces are limitedreserve your spot today: https://vetroartglass.com/glassblowing/public-events/

5/3/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Christmas Tea at The Alexander Mansion

Tamara Harrison — Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 Z

2024 Christmas Tea at the Alexander Mansion

Christmas Tea at the Alexander Mansion

Step into the magic of the holiday season with a festive afternoon tea at The Dallas Womans Forum. The historic Alexander Mansion, dressed in its finest holiday decor, invites you to enjoy a timeless tradition filled with warmth and elegance. As you walk through the mansion, youll be greeted by the twinkle of lights and the scent of fresh greenery, setting the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of indulgence.

Relax in the mansions beautifully transformed tearoom, where you can savor a selection of delicate sweets, delectable treats, and fine teas, all served on vintage china. For a touch of sparkle, enjoy a glass of bubbly champagne as you take in the festive atmosphere.

This cherished event has become a beloved tradition for many families, offering a moment of joy and connection during the busy holiday season. Best of all, your participation helps support the preservation of the Alexander Mansion, ensuring that this historic gem continues to be a part of Dallas heritage for years to come.

Dates

Wednesday, December 4 Sunday, December 8, 2024

Wednesday, December 11 Sunday, December 15, 2024

One seating at 12:00 noon daily

Location

Alexander Mansion
4607 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas

Free parking is provided behind the mansion off of Annex Street

Reservations

Reservations Required
Tea, Champagne, and Gratuity Included

Gluten free tea or vegetarian tea substitution
for an additional $5.00, limit one per guest

Please note we have new reservation options this year!

VIP Christmas Tea and Mansion Tour

December 7th and 8th only
$100.00 per guest

In addition to the Christmas Tea, you will enjoy a tour of the Mansion by one of our Dallas Womans Forum Member tour docents. You will learn about the history of the Alexander Mansion and the families who lived there. The tour will start before the tea, at 11:15 am. VIP ticket holders will also take home a goodie bag with tea themed gifts.

Christmas Tea

$75.00 per guest

Select the desired date from the drop down menu below.

Member Discount Day Christmas Tea

December 4th only
$35.00 per member

This reservation is only available for current DWF members on December 4th. If you have non-members in your party, please purchase their reservations separately. Member status will be confirmed. If you are not a current member of the Dallas Womans Forum, your reservation will be cancelled.

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If someone in your group uses a wheelchair or other mobility assistive device, please email reservations@dallaswomansforum.org at the time the reservation for the tea is made to let us know. We will then be able to seat your group at a more easily accessed table and we will be ready to assist upon your arrival for tea.

Calendar

4/24/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at El Chico

4/28/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at Cantina Laredo

5/1/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/1/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/2/2026 (All Day) Derby Day at Bourbon & Banter

5/2/2026 (All Day) Derby Day at Scout

5/4/2026 12:00 AM (CST) Coppell Baseball Association Fall Registration

5/4/2026 (All Day) Craft Your Own Wine Glass at Vetro Glassblowing

5/4/2026 (All Day) Help Create a Whiskey Glass at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/4/2026 (All Day) It's Spring time at Vetro Glassblowing Studio

5/4/2026 9:00 AM (CST) Summer Enrichment Camp

5/4/2026 10:00 AM (CST) Texas Pinners Conference and Expo

5/4/2026 5:00 PM (CST) Mixology Mondays at The Parlor

5/5/2026 (All Day) Cinco de Mayo at The Statler

5/5/2026 (All Day) Create a Holiday Ornament from Hot Molten Glass!

5/5/2026 (All Day) Make a Snowman Ornament from Hot Molten Glass!

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/6/2026 (All Day) Valentine's Hot Date Night at Vetro Glassblowing!

5/3/2026 12:00 PM (CST) Christmas Tea at The Alexander Mansion

2024 Christmas Tea at the Alexander Mansion

Christmas Tea at the Alexander Mansion

Dates

Wednesday, December 4 Sunday, December 8, 2024

Wednesday, December 11 Sunday, December 15, 2024

One seating at 12:00 noon daily

Location

Alexander Mansion4607 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas

Free parking is provided behind the mansion off of Annex Street

Reservations

Reservations RequiredTea, Champagne, and Gratuity Included

Gluten free tea or vegetarian tea substitutionfor an additional $5.00, limit one per guest

Please note we have new reservation options this year!

VIP Christmas Tea and Mansion Tour

December 7th and 8th only$100.00 per guest

Christmas Tea

$75.00 per guest

Member Discount Day Christmas Tea

December 4th only$35.00 per member

Menu

Important Notes about Reservations

Reservation Cancellations and Refund Policy

Accessibility Notice

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Reservations - https://dallaswomansforum.org/the-mansion/rentals/social-events/

VIP Christmas Tea and Mansion Tour Reservations

December 7th and 8th only

Alexander Mansion
4607 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas

Reservations Required
Tea, Champagne, and Gratuity Included

Gluten free tea or vegetarian tea substitution
for an additional $5.00, limit one per guest

December 7th and 8th only
$100.00 per guest

December 4th only
$35.00 per member