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Be Part of the Magic: Black Tie Dinner Is Recruiting Volunteers

One of Dallas’ most fabulous and impactful events, Black Tie Dinner, is gearing up—and they’re on the lookout for volunteers! Here’s your chance to be part of an iconic LGBTQ+ gala that raises money for some incredible causes and, let’s be honest, pulls out all the stops with a truly glamorous event. From setting up the event’s dazzling decor to […]

DIFFA Dallas Announces Dreamy New Theme & Star-Studded Style Council

Get ready to step into a world of pure imagination! DIFFA Dallas just unveiled the theme for its highly anticipated 2025 gala, and honey, it’s all about living the dream—literally. This year’s House of DIFFA theme, Dreamstate, promises a night where dreams take center stage, and you’re invited to join the magic. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3, because […]

Dylan Mulvaney to Headline 43rd Annual Black Tie Dinner

Hot off the heels of revealing the creation of the “Beyond The Tie” fund—and revealing its first deserving recipient—they’ve dropped another big announcement: Dylan Mulvaney, the social media sensation, trans activist and all-around trailblazer, will be honored and featured as a speaker at this year’s event. Cue the applause! For those not yet familiar with Dylan (where have you been?), […]

Black Tie Dinner Unveils ‘Beyond the Tie Fund’ & 2024 Recipient

We’ve got exciting news from one of our favorite events of the year! Black Tie Dinner announced its brand-new ‘Beyond the Tie Fund’, and the first recipient is Fort Worth-based LGBTQ Saves—an incredible organization providing safe spaces and vital programs for LGBTQ+ youth across North Texas. The ‘Beyond the Tie Fund’ was created to support smaller, minority-led organizations that often […]

Get Ready for ‘Simulation’: Black Tie Dinner’s 43rd Annual Event Theme and Entertainment Unveiled

Black Tie Dinner has announced the theme for this year’s gala: ‘Simulation.’ Promising a night where the ballroom transforms into a realm of limitless possibilities, this 43rd annual event at the Sheraton Dallas is set to celebrate and uplift the LGBTQ+ community like never before. “We will immerse ourselves in ‘Simulation’ – envisioning a world where the LGBTQ+ community is […]

Billy Porter to Shine as Dallas Pride’s Honorary Grand Marshal

You read that headline right: The one and only Billy Porter is joining us as the Honorary Grand Marshal for this year’s Dallas Pride Parade. Talk about star power! Billy Porter is a powerhouse in both the entertainment world and as a champion for LGBTQ+ rights. With a career decorated with an EMMY, GRAMMY and two Tony Awards—his first for […]

Dallas Pride Expands to Two Days of LGBTQ+ Unity

It’s time to mark your calendars and prep your most colorful outfits because Dallas Pride is back, and this year, it’s bringing more rainbow splashes to Fair Park on June 1-2, 2024. We’re talking about an expanded two-day festival that’s shaping up to be one of the standout Pride celebrations in the Southwest. So, whether you’re a Pride veteran or […]

Black Tie Dinner 2024 Sets a New Record with 20 Beneficiaries

Black Tie Dinner, a cornerstone event dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ organizations, is gearing up for its 43rd annual gala on November 16, 2024, at the Sheraton Dallas. This year, the event is making headlines not just for its long-standing tradition of philanthropy but for breaking a nearly two-decade-old record by selecting the highest number of beneficiaries since 2005. In an […]

Dallas Pride Seeks Sparkling Stars for Its Steering Committee!

Dallas Pride is on the lookout for vibrant volunteers to join their Steering Committee. They’re calling for individuals who embody the spirit of Pride – those with a deep commitment to the community, a wealth of diverse experiences and a knack for proactive leadership. As a Steering Committee member, you’ll have the chance to offer strategic direction, collaborate closely with […]

Sherrell Cross Takes the Helm as Dallas Pride’s New Executive Director

Dallas, get ready for a fresh breeze of advocacy and celebration as Dallas Pride warmly welcomes Sherrell Cross as its new Executive Director. With a solid background in LGBTQ+ advocacy and leadership, Sherrell is all set to infuse her passion and expertise into Dallas Pride’s mission of bolstering, celebrating and supporting our vibrant community through an array of events and […]