Upcoming Oak Cliff events

Public events across Oak Cliff, Dallas, plus selected nearby events hosted by Oak Cliff organizers.

• Trinity River History: The River That Made Texas — Scot McFarlane

  Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  The Wild Detectives — STORIES · 314 W 8th St, Dallas, TX 75208

  Scot McFarlane presents Trinity River History: The River That Made Texas.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 11:00 AM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

  An evening of illuminated displays, lanterns, holiday photo opportunities, a maze, and seasonal activities. Most animals are in their evening habitats.

• Mahjong Monday — Fall League

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 6:30 PM (Dallas time) · sold out

  Nova · 1417 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208

  Competitive American mahjong for autonomous intermediate and advanced players. Season registration is full; this session is for registered league players. Organizer advertises a waitlist.

• EL TONTO POR CRISTO | A Screening Celebrating the Life of Matthew Posey

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 6:45 PM (Dallas time)

  Texas Theatre · 231 Jefferson Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75208

  A screening honoring Matthew Posey, followed by a conversation with the director and cast. Net ticket proceeds benefit Ochre House Theater. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.; film at 6:45 p.m.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Red Beans and Rice

  Monday, November 16, 2026 · 8:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Revelers Hall · 412 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4657, United States

  A live jam session hosted by Terrence Bradford.

• Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

  An evening of illuminated displays, lanterns, holiday photo opportunities, a maze, and seasonal activities. Most animals are in their evening habitats.

• November First Draughts Prose Writers Meetup

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM (Dallas time)

  The Wild Detectives — STORIES · 314 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208

  A free prose writers' meetup in The Wild Detectives' backyard, with conversation about writing and books and an optional 500-word postcard fiction exercise.

• Paint the West Oil Series

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  Paint Big Sur in this beginner-friendly oil painting session with Morgan Jones. Step-by-step demonstrations cover color mixing, layering, perspective and style. Supplies included; individual guidance available.

• Six-Week Pottery Wheel Series at Trade Oak Cliff

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM (Dallas time) · sold out

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A six-week pottery wheel series pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Part of a prepaid 6-week series; the listed price covers the complete course.

• Elderberry Syrup & Immune Support Tincture

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Marnell House — behind Davis Street Espresso · White house behind Davis Street Espresso, 819 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208 (café reference address)

  A hands-on herbal preparation class with Claire from Balcony Box. Participants take home elderberry syrup, a tincture and recipes. Held in Marnell House, the white house behind Davis Street Espresso. Geared toward adults; children over 12 may attend with an adult.

• Blues Night with the Terraplane Rounders

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Revelers Hall · 412 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4657, United States

  Todd Blalock and the Terraplane Rounders perform prewar blues and original songs.

• The Music of Hey Arnold Live!

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 7:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Texas Theatre · 231 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75208

  A live performance of music from Hey Arnold! at Texas Theatre.

• New Constellations: It Comes In Waves Tour

  Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 8:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Kessler Theater · 1230 W Davis St, Dallas, TX, 75208

  New Constellations bring the It Comes In Waves Tour to the Kessler.

• KPUMC Walking Group

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 AM (Dallas time)

  KPUMC church labyrinth · 1215 Turner Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

  A Wednesday community walking group for all fitness levels, meeting at the church labyrinth on Turner Avenue.

• OCCEA Food Pantry Volunteering

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 9:45 AM (Dallas time)

  Oak Cliff Churches for Emergency Aid Food Pantry · 123 S Llewellyn Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

  Volunteer at the Oak Cliff Churches for Emergency Aid food pantry. Contact the organizer to coordinate participation.

• Business Builders Summit

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 10:00 AM (Dallas time)

  Behind Every Door - Cedar Crest Community Center · 1007 Hutchins Road, Dallas, TX 75203

  A summit for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, presented by RADIO ONE DALLAS.

• Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

  An evening of illuminated displays, lanterns, holiday photo opportunities, a maze, and seasonal activities. Most animals are in their evening habitats.

• Wednesday Night Live

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 5:45 PM (Dallas time)

  Roberts Forest · 1302 E Canterbury Ct, Dallas, TX 75208

  Church children’s programming for ages PreK4 and up, with dinner, play, stories, prayers and blessings. Dinner costs $5.

• Four-Week Hand-Built Pottery Series at Trade Oak Cliff

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A four-week hand-built pottery series pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Part of a prepaid 4-week series; the listed price covers the complete course.

• Good Burger (35MM)

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Texas Theatre · 231 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208-4510, United States

  A 35mm screening of the comedy about two coworkers trying to save their burger restaurant.

• Shelley Carrol

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Revelers Hall · 412 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4657, United States

  Saxophonist Shelley Carrol performs live jazz.

• Paint-a-Bowl at Trade Oak Cliff

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A paint-a-bowl pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 8+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Paint-a-Mug at Trade Oak Cliff

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A paint-a-mug pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 8+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Paint-a-Plate at Trade Oak Cliff

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A paint-a-plate pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 8+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Zi

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:15 PM (Dallas time)

  Texas Theatre · 231 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208-4510, United States

  A public film screening at the Texas Theatre.

• Bahamas: Industrial Sport & Sound with special guest Sister Ray

  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 8:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Kessler Theater · 1230 W Davis St, Dallas, TX, 75208

  Bahamas performs the Industrial Sport & Sound tour with special guest Sister Ray.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

  An evening of illuminated displays, lanterns, holiday photo opportunities, a maze, and seasonal activities. Most animals are in their evening habitats.

• Tyler Street Tower Bingo Volunteering

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Tyler Street Tower · 922 W 9th St, Dallas, TX

  Volunteer with Kessler Park UMC for a bingo evening with Tyler Street Tower’s senior residents. Contact the organizer to coordinate participation.

• The Well Meal Volunteering

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Cliff Temple Baptist Church · 125 Sunset Ave, Dallas, TX 75203

  Volunteer with Kessler Park UMC to provide dessert and serve a catered meal for The Well Community at Cliff Temple Baptist Church. Contact the organizer to coordinate participation.

• Impressionist Pastel Series

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 6:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  Explore oil pastel techniques with Morgan Jones through projects inspired by Van Gogh, Matisse and Monet. Beginner-friendly; class supplies included.

• Oak Cliff Worship Night | The Quad Collective

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  The Oak Cliff Assembly · 919 Morrell Ave, #110, Dallas, TX

  The Quad Collective hosts a worship gathering at The Oak Cliff Assembly.

• Bishop Ave Hot 6

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Revelers Hall · 412 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4657, United States

  Joseph Reyes leads a sextet performing prewar jazz and blues.

• Lotería Night

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Oak Cliff Brewing Co. at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Dallas, TX 75224

  Lotería with Friends of the Oak Cliff Cultural Center and Trinity Rio, with music and tacos.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• The Art of Wine with Lorenzo Giappichelli

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Turner House · 401 N Rosemont Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

  Explore wine and art with sommelier Lorenzo Giappichelli, wine tasting and curated food pairings from Ari’s Pantry. Doors open at 7 p.m.; the program starts at 7:30 p.m.

• Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 7:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Texas Theatre · 231 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75208

  A stop on the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour at Texas Theatre.

• Branoofunck

  Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 10:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Revelers Hall · 412 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4657, United States

  Branoofunck performs a late-night live set.

• 3RD Friday Hills in Oak Cliff

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 6:15 AM (Dallas time)

  Davis Street Espresso — workout meeting point · 819 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208

  Meet November Project Dallas at Davis Street Espresso for a group photo and workout on the hills of Oak Cliff. Stay afterward for an optional café hang.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 11:00 AM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• One Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 2:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A one hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Christian Singles Fellowship & Adventure - Dallas Zoo Lights (Kid Friendly)

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX 75203

  A fellowship meetup for Christian singles, including single parents and their children, at Dallas Zoo Lights. RSVP coordinates the group; each person must purchase separate zoo admission.

• Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 5:30 PM (Dallas time)

  Dallas Zoo · 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

  An evening of illuminated displays, lanterns, holiday photo opportunities, a maze, and seasonal activities. Most animals are in their evening habitats.

• Two Hour Wheel at Trade Oak Cliff

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A two hour wheel pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 10+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Hand-Built Candle Holders at Trade Oak Cliff

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Trade Oak Cliff at Tyler Station · 1300 S Polk St, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75224

  A hand-built candle holders pottery class at Trade Oak Cliff. Ages 8+; children must attend with a ticketed parent.

• Mud Songs: Elsewhere Book I with Patricio Ferrari & Greg Brownderville

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM (Dallas time)

  The Wild Detectives — STORIES · 314 W 8th St, Dallas, TX 75208

  Patricio Ferrari and Greg Brownderville present Mud Songs: Elsewhere Book I.

• North Mississippi Allstars

  Friday, November 20, 2026 · 8:00 PM (Dallas time)

  Kessler Theater · 1230 W Davis St, Dallas, TX, 75208

  A live performance by North Mississippi Allstars at the Kessler.