More than 100 Dallas-based artists will turn Deep Ellum into a citywide stage on November 22, when the Deep Ellum Block Party returns for its second year — celebrating the neighborhood’s historic role as the cradle of Dallas music.
The daylong cultural celebration honors the neighborhood’s century-long legacy as Dallas’ musical birthplace and follows renewed efforts to revitalize Deep Ellum’s nightlife district after years of safety and economic concerns. Organizers say the growing turnout shows the area’s reputation as Dallas’ creative hub is thriving again.
Dallas heavy metal band Mothership and country-folk artist Joshua Ray Walker will headline the festivities. The reunion of hip-hop group A.Dd+ and performances by Tye Harris & Cure for Paranoia highlight the eclectic bill.
Activities begin at noon with a district-wide scavenger hunt and outdoor market. Artist Dan Colcer will paint murals in Deep Ellum Blues Alley while the Community Center hosts a “Behind the Music” exhibition on historic venues.
Three Links will host a fish fry fundraiser benefiting SOCK (Saving Our Community with Kindness). The nonprofit provides assistance to local residents experiencing homelessness.
Live music kicks off at 3 p.m. with Branoofunck performing a special daytime set at Club Dada. Dallas Entertainment Awards founder Dezi 5 will lead colorful neighborhood tours before the main performances begin.
A Wine Walk begins at 4 p.m., celebrating Kettle Art Gallery’s 20th anniversary. Four additional galleries will showcase new works while Madison King and Big Techs perform outside Merit Coffee.
The evening’s main music programming starts at 6 p.m. across participating venues. Sets will continue throughout the night, featuring both established local legends and emerging talent.
Local restaurants and bars are offering special deals to fuel attendees through the marathon event. Participating establishments include AllGood Cafe, Adair’s, Elm Street Saloon, and Sons of Hermann Hall.
The entire event remains free, though organizers encourage advance RSVPs. Full schedules and venue maps are available at deepellumblockparty.com.