Dallas, Texas — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- State of Texas, central southern USA.
- Time Zone
- GMT - 6 (GMT - 5 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
- Electricity
- 110 volts AC, 50Hz; flat two-pin plugs are standard.
- Average January Temperatures
- 6.5ºC (43.5ºF).
- Average July Temperatures
- 29.5ºC (85.5ºF).
- Average Annual Rainfall
- 856mm (33 inches).
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 1.6 USD |
| 1.00 EUR = 1.41 USD |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
North Texas Irish Festival
March
Largest music festival in Texas with more than 47 different bands.
Fair Park
Website: www.ntif.org
Deep Ellum Arts Festival
April
Street festival with art, free music and food and drink.
Deep Ellum
Website: www.meifestivals.com/deepspr.html
USA Film Festival
April
This eight-day film festival is dedicated to the recognition of excellence in film and video arts.
Glen Lakes Theater
Website: www.usafilmfestival.com
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla in Mexico. Dancers, artists and performers gather to celebrate the city's rich Mexican heritage.
Fair Park
African-American Festival
June
Features African-American composers and musicians.
Morton H Meyerson Symphony Center
Website: www.dallassymphony.com
Hispanic Festival Concert
June
Features Latin American composers and musicians.
Morton H Meyerson Symphony Center
Website: www.dallassymphony.com
Shakespeare Festival of Dallas
June-August
The ‘Shakespeare in the Park' series provides entertainment under the stars throughout the summer.
Samuell-Grand Park
Website: www.shakespearedallas.org
Annual National Championship Indian Pow Wow
September
Tribes from around the nation celebrate a weekend of dance, arts and crafts and tribal council meetings.
Traders Village, Grand Prairie
Website: www.tradersvillage.com
Greek Food Festival
September
Greek food tasting, dancing and tours of the church.
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Website: www.greekfestivalofdallas.com
State Fair of Texas
September-October
Annual State Fair features agricultural exhibits, livestock shows & auctions, parades, evening light shows, concerts and entertainment for all the family.
Fair Park
Website: www.bigtex.com
Cotton Bowl Classic New Year's Eve Parade
December
Arts District to the West End Community
Website: www.attcottonbowl.com
