It’s the final weekend before Christmas. The city is packed, the weather is breaking records, and I’ve done the digging so you don’t have to.
Here is what we’re diving into today:
📍 The Weekend List: 32 curated events + a $50 parking hack.
🏠 The Quiz: Guess the price of our favorite new modern build.
💎 The Secret Spot: The "if you know, you know" legend in South Dallas.
⚡ Quick Digest: Cowboys' $13B valuation and why you need a jacket (for now).
Let’s get to it.
— Emma
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📍 The Weekend Edit: Dec 19–21
The "Holiday Home Stretch" is officially here. Whether you’re looking to tire out the kids before winter break or you need a stiff drink at a kitschy pop-up bar, Dallas is pulling out all the stops for the next 72 hours.
We’ve updated our Master Weekend Guide with 30+ fresh events, including:
🧒 Family & Kids Friendly (8 events)
🎶 Live Music & Concerts tonight (8 events)
🕺 Night Owls / after-dark plans (8 events)
🚗 Drive-worth picks around DFW (6 events)
Hosting an event?
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🏠 Real Estate
The "Modern Stealth" Home
Guess th Price
I found a 2025 New Construction gem tucked just minutes away from Downtown and Fair Park. It looks like it belongs on the cover of an architectural magazine, but the price tag might surprise you.
The Specs:
📐 Modern Build: 2-Story, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths.
✨ The Vibe: Open-concept with a "chef’s kitchen" and soaring ceilings.
🌳 The Yard: Full private backyard (rare for new builds this close to the city).
The Challenge: In a market where "modern" usually means $800k+, what do you think this sleek new build is listed for?
[👆 Click your guess to see the real price ]
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Dallas business owners 💙
Our readers love discovering what’s local — where to eat, shop, and spend their weekends.
If you run a spot that makes this city better, we’d love to feature you.
No pushy ads, just real visibility with Dallas people who actually care.
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🎉 Local Business Spotlight.
The "Cheesesteak & Cake" Legend
Southside Steaks and Cakes
Most people drive through South Dallas to get to Fair Park. The "Elite Locals" stop at Southside Steaks and Cakes. It’s exactly what it sounds like, but better than you’d ever imagine. This is a no-frills, family-run spot where the grill is hot and the sugar is plenty.
The Order: The "Southside Philly"—perfectly seasoned, melted to perfection, and served on bread that actually holds up.
The "Secret" Move: Do not leave without a "Cake." These aren't your grocery store cupcakes; they are oversized, decadent, and the flavors rotate daily based on the baker's mood.
Why it’s a Gem: It’s one of the few places left in Dallas where you can get a massive, high-quality meal for a fair price while supporting a local business that has been the heartbeat of Al Lipscomb Way for years.
NOT SPONSORED
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⚡ The Quick Digest: Dallas in 60 Seconds
📈 The $13 Billion Team: Forbes released its 2025 valuations yesterday, confirming the Dallas Cowboys remain the world’s most valuable sports franchise at $13 billion—a massive 29% jump from last year. [Forbes]
🌤️ Record-Breaking Heat: After a chilly 30-degree start this morning, DFW is tracking toward a near-record high of 78°F tomorrow, Saturday. This would be the third-warmest Christmas season in North Texas history. [CBS Texas]
🏈 Championship Weekend: Three Dallas County powerhouses—Duncanville, DeSoto, and South Oak Cliff—are taking over AT&T Stadium this weekend as the UIL State Finals conclude. [WFAA]
⚖️ Corporate Fraud Arrests: The CEO of Irving-based subprime lender Tricolor was arrested yesterday following a federal indictment alleging nearly $1 billion in fraudulent "bogus collateral" schemes. [WFAA]
✈️ DFW Airport Alert: New holiday traffic and parking plans are officially in effect today as the airport braces for millions of travelers over the next 72 hours. Check your parking status before you leave. [WFAA]
🎤 Punch Line Grand Opening: Irving's newest comedy club, Punch Line, celebrated its grand opening last night with the final of four exclusive shows headlined by Dave Chappelle. [KERA News]
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