By Ellie Thornton By Ellie Thornton | May 19, 2023 | Lifestyle, Feature,
From star-studded concerts to festive fetes, Dallas is absolutely buzzing with activity this month.
Magic Mike Live is the perfect girls’ night out.
Through 6/11
Magic Mike Live
Look no further for the ultimate girls’ night out. For one month only, the Magic Mike Live tour will be thrilling the DFW area with a unique blend of heat and humor. After starring in the world-famous Magic Mike film trilogy, Channing Tatum directs this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of the sultry magic. 2601 Preston Road, Frisco, mmltour.com
6/1
Josh Gates: An Evening of Legends, Mysteries and Tales of Adventure
Enjoy a night of adventure with television personality and author Josh Gates. Gate’s show on Discovery Channel, Expedition Unknown, follows intriguing and mystifying events with a quick wit and vibrant storytelling. Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., attpac.org
6/1-3
Poems for Broken Screens
This innovative project combines poetry, technology and performance to create an utterly sensory interaction with the arts. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the depths of 21st-century poetry with sound, image, movement and media. Hammon Hall, 2403 Flora St., attpac.org
6/2
Janet Jackson & Ludacris Together Again Tour
Sing, dance and celebrate Janet Jackson’s 50th year in entertainment with the Together Again tour. Following the cancellation of the singer’s 2020 Black Diamond tour, this high-energy escapade is a much-anticipated musical event for all ages. Dos Equis Pavilion, 1818 1st Ave., concerts. livenation.com
Lady A - Request Line Tour
Lady A’s Request Line Tour takes place in intimate venues and encourages the audience to participate in the concert. Expect all the country tunes you know and love, from “American Honey” to “Bartender” and more. Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St., majestictheatredallas.com
6/2-3
Taste Addison
Since 1933, this culinary adventure has brought the best of food, wine and live entertainment to the Texas masses. From sampling delicious cuisine to enjoying national music talents such as Swae Lee, Taste Addison has something for everyone. 4970 Addison Circle, Addison, tasteaddisontexas.com
6/3
The BEATLeukemia Ball
Take this opportunity to do good for the community while having a great evening. The proceeds from this year’s event go toward essential programs and research in curing leukemia. The ball will be full of music by the Fab Four and plenty of high spirits. Omni Fort Worth Hotel, 1300 Houston St., Fort Worth, leukemiatexas.org
The Eras Tour Collection Opening Day
Arlington Museum of Art presents Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour Collection opening day. Get an intimate view of the crooner’s many eras, including original costumes, photographs, videos, mementos and more. 201 W. Main St., Arlington, arlingtonmuseum.org
Equest Blue Ribbon Ball
Giddy up for a day of hope and horses at the Equest Blue Ribbon Ball. For 40 years, the Equest Foundation has been on a mission to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with diverse needs. Texas Horse Park, 811 Pemberton Hill Road, equest.org/gala
6/6-8
Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show
Celebrated for its Grammy award-winning score and thrilling energy, this beloved dance has been reimagined for a new generation. With a re-recorded soundtrack and innovative twist on costumes, lighting and production, get ready to fall in love with Riverdance all over again. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave., broadwaydallas.org
Janet Jackson brings her rhythm nation to Dallas June 2.
6/8
8th Annual No Place Like Home
Escape to an enchanting evening of music, cocktails and exciting auction items at No Place Like Home in Klyde Warren Park. Dance and mingle the night away at this garden party extravaganza. 2012 Woodall Rodgers Freeway, austinstreet.org/event
6/10
Duran Duran Future Past Tour
Now broaching their 40th anniversary, Duran Duran is bringing a blend of their signature sound and new music to Dallas. Come rock out at this electrifying tribute to music past and present. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., americanairlinescenter.com
Celebrate Riverdance’s 25th anniversary June 6-8.
6/16
Attorneys Serving The Community’s 36th Annual Luncheon
Beth Macy, bestselling author and executive producer of Emmy-winning Hulu series Dopesick, is bringing her storytelling gift to Dallas for this year’s Attorneys Serving The Community Luncheon. Thompson Hotel at The National, 205 N. Akard St., ascdallas.com
6/23
Nothin’ But The Blues
Celebrate the genre that has shaped and informed the music world for over 100 years with tributes to Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, Louis Armstrong and more. This event is sure to be the best of the blues. Morton H. Meyerson Center, 2301 Flora St., dallassymphony.org
Don’t miss the So What?! Music Festival June 24-25.
6/24-25
So What?! Music Festival
This punk rock festival has introduced the world to blossoming artists like A Day to Remember and G-Eazy in past years. Don’t miss this year’s electrifying lineup featuring dozens of mixed-genre artists, including Pierce the Veil, Forever the Sickest Kids and more. Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave., sowhatmusicfestival.com
6/29-30
What Happens in Vegas
Revel in the glitz, glamor and musical magic of Vegas at Turtle Creek Chorale’s 2023 season opener. With Elvis impersonators aplenty and top-tier music from Sinatra to Celine, this concert will surely overflow with style and flair. Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St., turtlecreekchorale.com
6/30
Outlaw Music Festival Tour
Kick off the summer with the legendary celebration of Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday on the 2023 Outlaw tour. With the most extensive lineup to date, Willie and his family are hitting the road with some of the biggest names in music, including Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros, The Avett Brothers, and many others. Dos Equis Pavilion, 1818 1st Ave., blackbirdpresents.com
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