Your Essential Weekend Guide

The Stars battle the Oilers in the Western Conference Finals while Dallas heats up with 90-degree temperatures, thunderstorm possibilities, and a packed weekend featuring Katy Perry, ZestFest, and the Dallas Pickle Festival – plus our spotlight on Delucca Gaucho's endless pizza experience.

Here’s everything you need to know from this week, and everything to do this weekend.

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🇺🇸 Memorial Day Weekend

As we head into Memorial Day weekend and get ready to enjoy some time at the pool and barbecue with friends and family, let's take a moment to reflect on what the holiday is really about.

We honor those who gave their life to protect us and the families they left behind. Their legacy lives on in the freedom we live with every day.

☀️ Weather

Thursday ☀️

• High: 92°F

• Low: 66°F

• Conditions: Mostly sunny, with a 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Storms may bring heavy rain, hail, and strong winds.

Friday ☀️

• High: 88°F

• Low: 73°F

• Conditions: Mostly sunny and warm. A pleasant day with gentle southeast winds.

Saturday ☀️

• High: 93°F

• Low: 75°F

• Conditions: Mostly sunny and hot. Stay hydrated and take breaks if outdoors.

Sunday 🌦️

• High: 91°F

• Low: 66°F

• Conditions: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Keep an umbrella handy

🏆 Sports Recap

• Dallas Stars: The Stars edged out the Jets 2–1 in overtime on Saturday to punch their ticket to the Western Conference Finals for the third time in five years. Thomas Harley netted the game-winner on a power play just 1:33 into OT, while Jake Oettinger stood tall with 22 saves. Up next: a high-stakes showdown against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, with Game 1 set for tonight in Dallas.

• Texas Rangers: The Rangers dropped their Tuesday matchup against the Yankees, 5–2, with Jonah Heim’s late two-run homer providing the only offense. Patrick Corbin gave up three runs over five innings, and manager Bruce Bochy was ejected after a heated exchange over a strike call. The Rangers stay on the road with two more games in New York before heading to Chicago this weekend for a three-game series against the White Sox.

• FC Dallas: FC Dallas fell 2–0 to the Houston Dynamo on Saturday in a tough rivalry loss at home. The offense struggled to create chances, and defensive lapses allowed Houston to pull away in the second half. Dallas will look to bounce back tonight when they face the NY Red Bulls in the U.S. Open Cup.

🗓️ Upcoming Events

🇺🇸 Memorial Day

Dallas Memorial March

Honor our military heroes by embarking on an 11-minute march across the White Rock Lake area. Veteran-founded organization Carry the Load will be hosting the Dallas Memorial March at Reverchon Park from May 25 to 26. Experience live music and flag ceremonies while paying homage to Dallas's local veteran community.

🎤 Major Concerts

• Katy Perry
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd at 7:30 PM
  • Location: American Airlines Center (Dallas)

• Tiësto
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd at 10:00 PM
  • Location: Silo (Dallas)

• Julión Álvarez y Su Norteño Banda
  • Date/Time: Saturday, May 24th at 8:00 PM
  • Location: AT&T Stadium (Arlington)

• Chevelle & Marilyn Manson (KEGL’s BFD)
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25th at 6:00 PM
  • Location: Dos Equis Pavilion (Dallas)

• Key Glock
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25th at 8:00 PM
  • Location: South Side Ballroom (Dallas)

• Ryan Adams
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25th at 7:30 PM
  • Location: Longhorn Ballroom (Dallas)

🤣 Comedy

• Fiona Cauley
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd
  • Location: Addison Improv (Addison)

• Lou Lou Gonzalez
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd
  • Location: Mic Drop Comedy (Plano)

• Steven Rogers
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd
  • Location: Dallas Comedy Club (Dallas)

• Gary Owen
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd – Sunday, May 25th
  • Location: Addison Improv (Addison)

• Red Grant
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd – Sunday, May 25th
  • Location: Arlington Improv (Arlington)

• Bobcat Goldthwait (Special Event)
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd
  • Location: Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub (Dallas)

• Joey Avery
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd – Sunday, May 25th
  • Location: Dallas Comedy Club (Dallas)

• Jay Chandrasekhar
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd – Saturday, May 24th
  • Location: Mic Drop Comedy (Plano)

• Luis J. Gomez (Special Event)
  • Date/Time: Saturday, May 24th
  • Location: Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub (Dallas)

🎭 Performing Arts and Festivals

• Dallas Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven’s “Eroica”
  • Date/Time: Thursday–Saturday, May 22–24 7:30 PM
  • Location: Meyerson Symphony Center (Dallas)

• Spotlight Talk: Decade x Decade | The 2000s
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22 6:30 PM
  • Location: Meadows Museum, SMU (Dallas)

• La Bayadère – American Classical Ballet
  • Date/Time: Saturday–Sunday, May 24–25 7:30 PM on Saturday and 2:00 PM on Sunday
  • Location: Coppell Arts Center (Coppell)

• ZestFest 2025 – Spicy Food & BBQ Festival
  • Date/Time: Friday–Sunday, May 23–25 1:00 PM on Friday, 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday
  • Location: Will Rogers Memorial Center (Fort Worth)

• Texas Turtle Day
  • Date/Time: Saturday, May 24 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Location: Leonhardt Lagoon, Fair Park (Dallas)

• The Boho Market
  • Date/Time: Saturday, May 24 11:00 AM to 4:00PM
  • Location: Klyde Warren Park (Dallas)

• Sinners Tattoo Expo
  • Date/Time: Friday–Sunday, May 23–25 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location: Dallas Market Center (Dallas)

• Taste of Fort Worth Food Festival & Car Show
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Location: William M. McDonald YMCA (Fort Worth)

• Fiesta Charra
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Location: Bill Weaver Arena (Lewisville)

• Dallas Pickle Festival
  • Date/Time: Sunday, May 25 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Location: Lofty Spaces (Dallas)
  

🏀 Sports

• Dallas Stars vs. Edmonton Oilers – Game 1
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21st at 7:00 PM
  • Location: American Airlines Center (Dallas)

• Dallas Stars vs. Edmonton Oilers – Game 2
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM
  • Location: American Airlines Center (Dallas)

• Charles Schwab Challenge (PGA Tour)
  • Date/Time: Thursday, May 22nd through Sunday, May 25th
  • Location: Colonial Country Club (Fort Worth)

• Phillips 66 Big 12 Baseball Championship
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21st through Saturday, May 24th
  • Location: Globe Life Field (Arlington)

• DreamHack Dallas 2025 (Esports Festival)
  • Date/Time: Friday, May 23rd through Sunday, May 25th
  • Location: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center (Dallas)

🔥 Major News Stories

• Dallas police investigate apparent murder-suicide in Lake Highlands: Dallas police are investigating after 82-year-old John Faulkner reportedly shot 81-year-old Sharon Faulkner before dying by suicide in their Lake Highlands home. Source

• Dallas Restaurant Closings, April 2025: Several notable Dallas restaurants, including Fernando’s and TLC Vegan Cafe, have closed or announced closures, highlighting ongoing challenges in the local restaurant scene. Source

• Nvidia unveils plans to invest in two new chip factories in Texas: Nvidia announced plans to build two new chip factories in Texas, including one in Dallas, potentially bringing new jobs and tech investment to the region. Source

• North Texas bounces back from severe storms to sunshine: After a period of severe storms, North Texas is experiencing clear skies and pleasant weather, with temperatures in the lower 80s and a forecast for more sunshine in the coming days. Source

• 67-year-old Frisco man sentenced to 70 years in prison for continuous child sex abuse: Billy Bob Dunfield, 67, of Frisco, was sentenced to 70 years in prison without parole for the continuous sexual abuse of two children over seven years. The abuse was uncovered after a victim’s mother found incriminating messages. Source

🌮 Where to Eat Next

Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine

I stumbled upon Delucca Gaucho last weekend and I'm still thinking about it days later. If you haven't experienced this pizza joint yet, you're seriously missing out.

Think of it as a churrascaria (Brazilian Steakhouse), but for pizza lovers. Servers roam around with freshly baked pies, slicing pieces tableside until you flip your card to "no más."

For one fixed price, you'll get to sample over a dozen different pizzas, from classics like pepperoni to unexpected combinations like fig and prosciutto or their famous Brazilian picanha steak pizza.

The atmosphere hits that perfect sweet spot between upscale and comfortable. Great for date night, but you won't feel out of place in jeans either. Their wine selection is impressive and reasonably priced, which is always a plus in my book.

💙 Pet Spotlight

Meet Dolly:

A gorgeous German/Australian Shepherd mix with a heart as sweet as her honey-gold coat. Her gentle eyes and wagging tail win people over instantly.

Whether she’s lounging on the couch or making new friends at the park, Dolly’s joyful, loving vibe lights up any room. She’s all about belly rubs, good company, and making everyone feel welcome.

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