Foggy morning over the Trinity, pumpkins on porch steps, and Bishop Arts smelling like chocolate—yep, it’s Dallas in late October. Here’s what’s worth your time today:
🎃 4 best places to grab a Halloween costume — from big-box to theatrical rentals; links inside.
🎟️ 20 events today — family picks, live music, late-night options.
🍫 Local Business Spotlight — Dude, Sweet Chocolate in Bishop Arts (seasonal treats, true neighborhood original).
🗞️ Quick digest — 5 fresh Dallas/Texas headlines you can read in 30 seconds.
Let’s make plans.
🎭 Where to Find the Best Halloween Costumes in Dallas
If you haven’t picked your look yet, here are four local spots that’ll help you steal the show this Halloween:
Spirit Halloween – Preston Rd – The seasonal giant is back with aisles of spooky décor, group costumes, and everything in between. Perfect for last-minute shoppers who still want to go all-out.
Dallas Costume Shoppe – A longtime local favorite for rentals and theatrical-quality pieces. Great for anyone aiming for something a bit more original than a bagged costume.
Norcostco Texas Costume – This Wycliff Ave gem stocks everything from wigs to stage makeup. Ideal if you’re mixing and matching your own creative combo.
Electrique Boutique – Trendy, fun, and a little daring — this spot leans into fashion-forward looks and adult party vibes.
👻 Why we picked them: each of these stores offers something different — from affordable basics to custom rentals — so whether you’re going spooky, funny, or full-glam, Dallas has you covered.
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🎟️ Today’s Dallas Events — Thu, Oct 16
I went through every listing so you don’t have to — here are 25 solid things actually happening today across Dallas.
Autumn at the Arboretum – ¡Mundo México! | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Dallas Arboretum | Included with garden entry
The pumpkin village returns with a colorful Mexican twist — photo ops, live music & family fun.
The Matrix in Shared Reality | 12:30 p.m. | Cosm Dallas (Trinity Groves) | Tickets required
Step inside an immersive 360° version of The Matrix — a mind-bending cinematic experience.
Twenty One Pilots – The Clancy Tour | 7 p.m. | Dos Equis Pavilion | Tickets required
The chart-topping duo brings their high-energy alt-pop set to Dallas with special guest Dayglow.
Miller Lite Cowboys Hour Live Show | 6 – 7 p.m. | Sidecar Social @ The Star District | Free
Join hosts Brad Sham & Nicole Hutchison plus Cowboys players for this live broadcast in Frisco.
Texas Horror Cult Film Festival | 7 – 10 p.m. | Texas Theatre, Oak Cliff | Tickets required
Celebrate spooky season with indie horror shorts & cult classics on the big screen.
✳️ Got a Dallas event worth sharing?
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Local Business Spotligh
Dude, Sweet Chocolate (Bishop Arts)
DUDE, SWEET Chocolate (Bishop Arts)
Local chocolatier Dude, Sweet Chocolate is leaning into spooky season with rich drinking chocolate, playful seasonal treats, and serious Dallas cred from chef Katherine Clapner. It’s a true neighborhood original at 336 W Eighth St—perfect for a sweet stop before or after your Halloween plans. Why we picked it: local, craft-made, and buzzing with Halloween energy right now.
Details → https://dudesweetchocolate.com/
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📰 Fresh Dallas / Texas News
Dallas City Council member outlines plan to redevelop South Dallas motel site — Council member Zarin Gracey is proposing to use a public facility corporation to offer 75-year property tax exemptions for a mixed-income redevelopment on the former Townhouse Suites motel site on Independence Dr. in Dallas.
H‑E‑B to open a new $40 million store in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro — The Texas-based grocer is building a 131,000-square-foot store in Rockwall (near Dallas) with curbside pickup, drive-thru pharmacy and a True Texas BBQ concept; the opening is set for October 29, 2025.
DWS Group report ranks Dallas among the most affordable global cities — A new study found Dallas placed #7 globally for affordability among 80 cities, driven by moderate rents and wage growth despite rapid population increase.
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas says Texas businesses are struggling to fill jobs amid immigrant-labor enforcement — Nearly 20 % of Texas businesses report hiring/retention challenges, especially in service/retail/manufacturing due to tightened work-permit issues.
Eater Dallas releases “38 Best Dallas Restaurants” list for Fall 2025 — The quarterly guide highlights new additions such as Rudy’s Chicken, Gemma and El Come Taco, while dropping others. A helpful resource for local dining ('we’re seeing a surge of exciting restaurant openings').
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All right, neighbor—that’s today’s dose. See you tomorrow. I’m lacing up and hitting the streets to find the best of Dallas for you. 💙
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