Upcoming Events in Dallas: DanceAfrica, Whiskey Dinner, and More

This weekend, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will showcase DanceAfrica on Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Moody Performance Hall, located at 2520 Flora St. The event will feature performances by the main company, DBDT: Encore, and students from the Dallas Black Dance Academy, including Allegro, and both Senior and Junior Performing Companies. Notable guests include Lancaster High School’s DC3 group, Voices of Empowerment, and the African drum and dance ensemble Bandan Koro. Tickets are priced at $65, accessible through DBDT.com.

Additionally, on October 9, the Fairmont Dallas will host an ‘Uncle Nearest Whiskey Dinner’ from 6:30-8:30 p.m., featuring curated experiences with premium whiskey, cigars from JM Patriarch, and a gourmet family-style meal. Special remarks will be made by Master Blender Victoria Eady Butler. On October 10, the North Texas Pride festival runs from noon-5 p.m. at Plano’s Art Centre, offering fun for families, food trucks, and live performances. For full details and ticket information for these events, visit the respective websites.