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Dallas Pride 2019: New Dates, New Locations, Bigger Celebration

Dallas Pride
One significant update: the 2019 Dallas Pride festival will now take place during Pride Month, offering a fresh schedule and venue. The annual celebration is scheduled for June 1–2 at Fair Park. Saturday, June 1 will feature the Miller Light Music Festival in the Esplanade and Centennial Building, running from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 2 will host the Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade, beginning at 2 p.m. inside Fair Park. Construction on Cedar Springs Road along the popular “Cedar Springs Strip” prompted the organizers to relocate the parade for this year; whether the change will become permanent remains undecided.

For up‑to‑date information on performers, programming, and other highlights, visit DallasPride.org. It promises to be Dallas’s most vibrant pride event yet.

Dallas Pride 2019: New Dates, New Locations, Bigger Celebration

DIFFA Events
The Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) is preparing its flagship Dallas event, HOUSE OF DIFFA: FUTURO. The runway‑style production will host approximately 2,000 guests on March 16 at 6 p.m., with proceeds benefiting a North Texas HIV/AIDS service organization. For full event details, visit the DIFFA website.

Dallas Pride 2019: New Dates, New Locations, Bigger Celebration

Purple Party
The all‑volunteer nonprofit behind Purple Party has donated over $860,000 to local LGBTQ organizations. This year, the party will run from May 9–13 at the Aloft Dallas Downtown hotel. Attendees can enjoy a week of festivities while supporting a worthy cause. Check the Purple Party website for event schedules and booking details.

Black Tie Dinner
The nation’s largest single‑night LGBTQ fundraiser returns for its 38th edition on November 2. The event will be held at the Lonestar Ballroom in The Sheraton Hotel, Downtown Dallas. Highlights include a star‑studded lineup, awards, entertainment, and auction items. Last year featured appearances by Beto O'Rourke, Matt Bomer, and Kim Petras. Stay informed by subscribing to the Dallas Now blog for updates on this year’s program.

Dallas Pride 2019: New Dates, New Locations, Bigger Celebration
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