Signature Events

A District That Knows How to Celebrate

Throughout the year, the West End Historic District transforms into a hub of energy with large-scale events that bring together food, music, and community.

Labor Day Weekend

Margarita Fest

One of the most vibrant events the West End puts on — a full-scale street party that takes over the historic district with energy, flavor, and live performances. Guests enjoy live music, dance performances, tastings, and a vibrant social atmosphere that turns the streets into an unforgettable party.

Local restaurants and bars open their doors to offer samplings, specialty margaritas, and the kind of spirit that only the West End can deliver.

Live Music
Dance Performances
Tastings
Street Party

Annual Culinary Festival

Taste of West End

A culinary showcase where visitors can explore a variety of dishes from local restaurants, paired with live entertainment and a festival-style experience. It's one of the best ways to discover the flavors that define the district — all in one place, one afternoon.

Culinary Tastings
Live Entertainment
Local Restaurants

5th Annual · Saturday, October 17

West End Zombie Crawl

Brainzzzz… Shuffle Into the West End!

This October, the West End Historic District comes alive after dark. On Saturday, October 17, costumes, music, nightlife, food and drinks will transform the historic streets into a Halloween celebration full of energy.

Dress in your best zombie costume and crawl through the district for Halloween pop-ups, live DJs, costume contests, raffles, giveaways and zombie-themed drink specials.

Time: 7 PM – 12 AM
Check-In: 7 – 10 PM; Chet's Dallas · 208 N. Market St.
Costume Contest: 11 PM; 3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails

Your Ticket Includes

Souvenir Cup
Free Entry to Participating Venues
$5 Zombie-Themed Drink Specials
Raffles & Giveaways

Six Participating Venues

Chet's Dallas · 3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails · Moak's Family Texas BBQ · Más Street Tacos · The Liam's Steakhouse · RJ Mexican Cuisine

Dress Up. Crawl. Eat. Drink. Survive.

Please drink responsibly. Rideshare and the West End DART Station are encouraged.

West End Block Party · October 9–10

Texas-OU Weekend

One of Dallas' biggest college football weekends is here! The Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners — the historic Red River Showdown — meet Saturday, October 10 at the legendary Cotton Bowl during the State Fair of Texas, drawing thousands of fans dressed in burnt orange and crimson.

But the celebration starts early in the West End Historic District.

Friday, October 9: The Party Starts in the West End; Food · Drinks · Music · Nightlife
Saturday, October 10: Texas vs. Oklahoma; Cotton Bowl · Dallas · Kickoff 2:30 PM

Make the West End part of your game weekend and experience great restaurants, cocktails and the energy of Downtown Dallas before and throughout the weekend.

Chet's · 3Eleven · RJ Mexican Cuisine · Más Street Tacos · The Liam's Steakhouse · M.O.A.K.S. Texas BBQ

The Game Is Saturday. The Party Starts Friday.

College Football
Game Watch Parties
Fan Celebrations

Fall & Holiday Edition

The Holiday Season Starts in the West End

From the night before Thanksgiving to end-of-year celebrations, six destinations and one historic district give you every reason to gather.

The Night Before Thanksgiving

Drinksgiving in the West End

Raise a Glass Before Thanksgiving

The night before Thanksgiving is made for getting together, and the West End Historic District is ready to celebrate. This Drinksgiving, gather your friends and enjoy an evening of great food, cocktails and nightlife across some of the district's favorite destinations.

Start with drinks and dinner at 3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails, enjoy the lively atmosphere at Chet's Dallas, elevate the evening at The Liam's Steakhouse, grab a bite at Más Street Tacos, experience Texas flavor at M.O.A.K.S. Texas BBQ, or celebrate with Mexican cuisine and margaritas at RJ Mexican Cuisine. Six destinations, one historic district, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.

This Drinksgiving, meet us in the West End.

The Day After Thanksgiving

Black Friday in the West End

Shop, Dine & Explore Downtown Dallas

Make Black Friday more than a shopping day and experience the energy of the West End Historic District. After finding the perfect deals, take time to explore the neighborhood, enjoy great food, handcrafted cocktails and some of Downtown Dallas' most distinctive dining destinations.

Whether you're meeting friends for lunch, taking a break from holiday shopping or ending the day over dinner and drinks, the West End is the perfect place to kick off the holiday season.

Shop. Dine. Celebrate. Discover the West End this Black Friday.

Holiday Season

Celebrate in the West End

Holiday Parties, Private Dining & Catering

Make this holiday season one to remember in the West End Historic District. From company holiday parties and family gatherings to end-of-year celebrations, the district offers distinctive dining destinations ready to make every occasion special.

Celebrate with the vibrant Mexican flavors of RJ Mexican Cuisine, an elevated steakhouse experience at The Liam's Steakhouse, the lively atmosphere of Chet's Dallas, modern dining and cocktails at 3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails, or authentic Texas flavor from M.O.A.K.S. Texas BBQ.

With options for private dining, group celebrations and catering, planning your holiday gathering in the West End has never been easier.

Great food. Great company. One unforgettable holiday season in the West End.

Celebrate Every Moment in the West End

Cinco de Mayo

Delicious bites, talent performances, family-friendly fun, and live music. Dallas is the perfect setting for vibrant Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Mother's Day

The West End is blessed with countless restaurants for the perfect Mother's Day brunch, lunch, or dinner. Specially curated menus across the district.

Father's Day

Specialized dining and nearby attractions. Curated Father's Day weekend menus at local favorites — from premium steakhouses to authentic Texas BBQ.

Annual Events Calendar

May

Cinco de Mayo

Festivities, live music, talent performances, and culinary celebrations throughout the district.

May

Mother's Day

Curated brunch, lunch, and dinner menus across all West End restaurants.

June

Father's Day

Specialized dining menus and curated experiences at local favorites.

Summer

Taste of West End

Annual culinary showcase featuring tastings from all West End restaurants and live entertainment.

September

Margarita Fest

Labor Day Weekend street festival with live music, dance performances, and tastings.

Oct 9–10

West End Block Party — Texas-OU Weekend

The party starts Friday in the West End; Texas vs. Oklahoma kicks off Saturday at 2:30 PM at the Cotton Bowl.

Oct 17

5th Annual West End Zombie Crawl

7 PM – 12 AM across six participating venues — check-in at Chet's Dallas, costume contest at 3Eleven at 11 PM.

November

Drinksgiving

The night before Thanksgiving — food, cocktails and nightlife across six West End destinations.

November

Black Friday in the West End

Shop, dine and explore Downtown Dallas to kick off the holiday season.

Holidays

Celebrate in the West End

Holiday parties, private dining and catering at the district's restaurants.

Dec 31

New Year's Eve — Champagne & Pearls

Chet's Dallas hosts the premier NYE celebration with Reunion Tower fireworks views.