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  • Breakthrough T1D Dallas Gala

    Omni Dallas Hotel

    Breakthrough T1D will host the 2026 Dallas Gala on Saturday, April 11, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Omni Dallas Hotel. This black-tie optional evening brings the North Texas community together to celebrate progress in type 1 diabetes research while raising critical funds to accelerate breakthroughs that cure, treat, and prevent the disease. The […]

    $500
  • 39th Annual MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival

    Downtown Fort Worth 777 Taylor St, Fort Worth

    The 39th Annual MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival, presented by PNC Bank, returns to downtown Fort Worth on April 16–19, 2026. As one of the top-ranked fine arts events in the U.S., this free, four-day festival spans 18 square blocks and features more than 200 jury-selected artists from across the nation showcasing 15 artistic […]

    free
  • 95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & Contest

    Downtown Athens, Texas 100 E Tyler St, Athens

    Celebrate nearly a century of music, tradition, and community at the 95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & Contest, one of the premier Texas fiddle contests in the state. This historic event brings together master fiddlers, rising stars, and multi-generational families for two days of incredible live music, lively jam sessions, and authentic Texas culture. […]

    Free
  • Girlstart: Girls in STEM Conference

    Lake Highlands High School 9449 Church Rd, Dallas, TX

    The Girls in STEM Conference is a one-day conference for 4th-8th grade students. Throughout the day, participants attend hands-on STEM workshops led by women in STEM fields. This year's Girls in STEM Conference will take place on Saturday, April 18th at Lake Highlands High School. Registration is required and is $50 to attend.

    $50
  • 2026 Tarrant County Heart Ball

    The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel 200 Main Street, Fort Worth

    The Tarrant County Heart Ball is more than an event—it’s a movement to honor the progress we’ve made together in the fight against heart disease and stroke. This is your chance to make a difference while enjoying an evening filled with purpose, passion, and fun. 🎉 What to Expect: • Live entertainment & dancing • […]

  • The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary 2026 Fashion Show & Luncheon

    Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora Street, Dallas

    Led by Luncheon Chair Katherine Coker, The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary will host its annual Fashion Show & Luncheon on April 21, 2026 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center to help support programs and housing for domestic violence survivors, people experiencing homelessness, and those recovering from addiction. One of The Salvation Army of […]

  • A Night of Hope

    The Grand Hotel 114 W Louisiana St, McKinney

    Building Families For Tomorrow (BFFT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring families impacted by incarceration in Kenya, will host its annual fundraising gala, A Night of Hope, on April 25, 2026, in McKinney, Texas. The elegant evening—hosted by Roy Ponder, iconic local weatherman—will bring together community leaders, business owners, churches, and individual supporters for a […]

  • Equest 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala

    Gilley's Dallas 1135 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas

    The Equest 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala rides into Gilley’s Dallas on April 25, 2026. Led by Chairs Melinda and Mark Knowles and Honorary Chair Lynn McBee, this dazzling evening blends Southern charm with Texas-sized fun, all in support of Equest’s mission to change lives through the human-horse connection. Expect a seated gourmet dinner with […]

  • 2026 Cotes du Coeur

    The Omni Dallas Hotel 555 S Lamar Street, Dalla, TX

    Experience an evening where fine wine, world-class cuisine, and a life-saving mission unite. Côtes du Coeur, hosted by the American Heart Association’s Dallas Division, is more than a gala—it’s a celebration of community, generosity, and heart health. Now in its 35th year, this premier event features one of the largest fine wine auctions in the […]

  • Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration

    Dallas Moody Performance Hall 2520 Flora St., Dallas, TX

    Texas Women’s Foundation will present its Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Moody Performance Hall. The inspiring afternoon brings together community leaders, advocates and changemakers for professional development, meaningful dialogue and recognition of outstanding leadership. The event begins with a dynamic Leadership Forum, where the 2026 award […]

    $600