TASTE the South’s best soul food from 30+ vendors, live music, great flavor, vibrant culture, and festival vibes that bring Dallas alive!

THE #1 SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL IN TEXAS IS BACK!
Grab your stretchy pants, because the Dallas Soul Food Festival is bringing the flavor back to the city!

WHAT’S ON THE MENU

Over 30 food vendors from Dallas, Houston, Kansas, Arkansas, and more, serving plates that taste like Sunday at grandma’s house. Expect pork chops, oxtails, candied yams, greens, fried chicken, fried fish, BBQ, funnel cakes, turkey legs, tacos, and more. Vegan and keto options are available.

You’ll also be able to shop with local small businesses offering clothing, jewelry, bath and body, men’s wear, health products, home goods, and more.

ENTRY INFO

Early Bird RSVP tickets are free.
General admission at the door will be $5–$10 as the event date approaches.
Skip-the-line upgrades and VIP tickets are available.
Location: Lofty Spaces, 816 Montgomery St, Dallas, TX.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Live music and dance performances all day
• Sweet Tooth Vendors serving desserts worth singing about
• Vegan soul food chefs on deck
• Vendor plates typically range from $10–$30

We will also have multiple Food Eating Contests for adults, including macaroni, greens, and other soul-food favorites.

Ten lucky guests will receive $200 cash, with winners announced at 4 PM (you do not have to be present to win).
Additional surprise giveaways will take place throughout the day.

PETS, PARKING AND PERKS

Pets are welcome (leashed or held).
Parking is free, but rideshare is always a smooth option.
Best arrival time is 12 PM for shorter lines and the hottest plates.

VIP EXPERIENCE

Upgrade your day with our VIP Experience, designed to make your festival visit smoother and extra special. VIP guests enjoy:

• Skip-the-Line Fast Entry
• VIP Early Access (enter 30 minutes early)
• VIP Wristband
• Reserved VIP Seating Area
• Exclusive Vendor Samples throughout the day
• VIP Raffles with bonus entries for prizes

KIDS ZONE

Bring the whole family! Our Kids Zone is filled with fun, safe activities for children of all ages, including:

• Bounce house and inflatable fun
• Face painting station
• Coloring and craft corner
• Bubble play area
• Kids dance-off sessions
• Mini food eating contests (mac and cheese.)