Big Tex: 70 years of Questionable Fashion Choices

Over the many years that Big Tex has been a Texas institution, he has undergone many transformations. He changes his outfit every year. Here’s a look at the history of his fashion choices, from his past as Santa to the Big Tex we know and love today.

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, August 31 – September 6

If you could touch and feel refracted light, it would be one of Mexican-born, Dallas-based artist Gabriel Dawe’s installations. Made with sewing thread in vibrant and mesmerizing colors, Plexus, No. 41 is site-specific to Talley Dunn Gallery (5020 Tracy St.) and is part of Ode to Futility on view through December 10.

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, July 13-19

“Shaded seating available” is a magical phrase these days. With temps turning out trios of digits, people are missing their outdoor time. Downtown Dallas Inc. offers a solution with a rotating offering of food trucks, live entertainment and lawn games – oh, and that shaded seating – every Wednesday through Friday in July at Pacific Plaza (401 N. Harwood St.).

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, July 6-12

Wednesday, July 6 Spider-Man: No Way Home at Legacy Hall Box Garden Admittedly, 2021 was a weird time to feel comfy in a movie theater, so a fair number of folksmissed out on the fun that is Spider-Man: No Way Home. Thanks to Legacy Hall’s Sunset Movie Series in the…

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, June 8-14

Film cameras are incredibly fun and surprising tools. Local photographer Essie Graham agrees and is showcasing her works at the Eisemann Center (2351 Performance Drive, Richardson) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays through June 26, and during all public events.