Event Dates
From: Sunday, September 19, 2027
To: Sunday, September 19, 2027
Enjoy the ultimate Sunday Funday Party at the closing of Dallas Pride (June) and Pride in Dallas (September) during the Spectrum Tea Dance.
Enjoy the ultimate Sunday Funday Party at the closing of Dallas Pride during the Spectrum Tea Dance.
- Stay close to the party venue and the gay neighbourhood at the Warwick Melrose Dallas, a 4-star property rated “Fabulous” by guests with a spacious outdoor pool and perfect location.
The Tea Dance – Pride In Dallas Edition 2026
- Next Edition: Sunday, September 19, 2027
- It’s not Pride In Dallas without Purple Foundation’s signature Pride event, Spectrum!
- The event takes over S4 with music by international guest DJs.
- Doors open at 4 pm at The Patio. Enjoy the ultimate Sunday Funday afternoon for one end of Summer hurrah!
- Purple Foundation raises funds for local organizations that work to improve the overall quality of life, health, wellness, and future of the Dallas LGBTQIA+ community.
- The party runs until 10 pm.
The Venue
- S4 – Station 4 Dallas | S4 Gay Dance Club – provides an elevated nightlife experience like no other.
- Located in the heart of the gayborhood (along Cedar Springs Road in Oaklawn) and spanning over 24,000 square feet of space, the two-story nightclub boasts a bone-chilling sound system and world-class light and laser show.
- Featuring an enormous dance floor, multilevel patio, seven different bars and the legendary Rose Room.
- There are few hotels close to the gay district. Instead, stay in the nearby Uptown district, with some superb options.
- The Marriott Dallas Uptown, a 4-star hotel rated “Fabulous” by guests just a 7-minutes drive away, or the equally “Fabulous” Canopy By Hilton Dallas Uptown with spacious rooms and superb views, just 8 minutes from the gaybourhood.
Dallas Pride Edition 20276
- June 2027 – Directly following the Dallas Pride Parade in Fair Park, join the hottest guys on S4’s massive outdoor patio and come together to close another fabulous pride weekend.
Gay Dallas
- Gay Dallas Oak Lawn & Cedar Springs – Often also referred to as “The Strip”, Oak Lawn is located a few miles north of downtown Dallas.
- The strip is known for being a trendy, LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood, with a range of coffee shops, bars, restaurants and dance clubs.
- There are some great hotels in the uptown district, close to the strip.
Where to Stay
Stay around Oak Lawn for the easiest Spectrum Tea Dance weekend. You’ll be close to the event and within easy reach of the gay bars along Cedar Springs, making it simple to continue the party after the Tea Dance finishes. Nearby Uptown offers a wider choice of upscale hotels, restaurants and cocktail bars.
- Warwick Melrose – Dallas – A grand historic hotel on Oak Lawn Avenue combining classic interiors with a resort-style pool, spa and the popular Library bar. Its location is particularly convenient for guests planning a full weekend around Cedar Springs.
- Hotel ZaZa Dallas – A playful boutique stay in Uptown known for its themed suites, lively pool scene and Dragonfly restaurant. A good match for a party weekend when you want somewhere with plenty of personality.
- Hotel Crescent Court – An upscale Uptown retreat with a substantial spa, outdoor pool and several dining options. Choose it for a more luxurious base where you can recover in comfort after the weekend’s parties.
- Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown – A modern hotel close to Uptown’s restaurants with a rooftop lounge and contemporary rooms. A practical alternative if you want easy access to Oak Lawn without staying directly in the busiest part of the Pride district.
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Texans are proud to say that everything is bigger in the Lone Star State. One visit to “The Strip,” the center of gay life along Cedar Springs Road, and you will see what we mean. The nightlife venues are gargantuan! Every place has at least one outdoor patio.
Address: 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3015 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2927 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75201, USA
Address: 2332 Leonard St, Dallas, TX 75201, USA
Address: 4026 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2914 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2400 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75201, USA
Address: 4011 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 4006 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 5025 Bowser Ave, Dallas, TX 75209, USA
Address: 3923 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 4350 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2506 Knight St, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 4207 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2615 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3900 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3912 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3911 Cedar Springs Rd Floor 2, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3911 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 3014 Throckmorton St, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2213 Butler St, Dallas, TX 75235, USA
Address: 3903 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Address: 2514 Hudnall St, Dallas, TX 75235, USA
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