Immigrant Heritage Month

June is a big month in Deep Ellum as the excitement for summer, live music, and rooftop patios begins to ramp up. But even more than that, June is Immigrant Heritage Month, which is an incredibly significant part of Deep Ellum’s past, present, and future. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Deep Ellum […]
Deep Ellum Juneteenth Celebration 2021

We are so thrilled to be celebrating an event that was a critical reason Deep Ellum was founded, formed, and grew to the ever-thriving cultural and entertainment district it is today. Juneteenth, also known as Jubilee Day, Freedom Day, or Liberation Day, is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of individuals who enslaved across the United […]
Business of the Week: Crossroads Trading

If you are at a crossroads with your wardrobe every time the seasons change, you should definitely plan a visit to Crossroads Trading, this week’s Business of the Week! Crossroads is a consignment shop with new & used clothing, shoes & accessories, including a variety of high-end brand-name items. Nestled between the bustling shops and […]
The Pro Guide to Getting Around Deep Ellum this Summer

Did you know Deep Ellum has over 1000 new parking spaces? Get around the neighborhood like a pro this summer by following the Deep Ellum transportation guide! To ease congestion and related public safety concerns as well as enhance the customer experience in Deep Ellum, a comprehensive traffic mitigation plan has recently gone into effect. […]
Business of the Week: The Crab Station

Texas summers are tailor-made for fresh seafood, margaritas, and good times! The Crab Station, our Business of the Week, masterfully churns out seafood favorites and other comfort foods within a low-key, spacious spot on Commerce Street. The Crab Station is a seafood restaurant specializing in boiled crustaceans like the namesake crab as well as crawfish […]
A Day in Deep Ellum: Collin Ballard

On a stroll down Elm Street, there are many things you will hear and see: a local band warming up with a late-night set, a bartender preparing a craft cocktail, or the smells of dozens of restaurants preparing for a dinner rush, but you might miss the cozy boutique hostel that is nestled in the […]
Business of the Week: Trinity Cider

If you’re tired of overly sweet hard ciders with not enough of a punch, get some hard cider done right in Deep Ellum! Trinity Cider, the Business of the Week, has been tapping delicious dry ciders on Main Street since 2018 and has brought a new tasting room experience to the neighborhood. Well before opening […]
Local Music Spotlight: Rosegarden Funeral Party

Live music is back in Deep Ellum! One of the most memorable parts of a night out in Deep Ellum has been sorely missed since the beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic last March. But, no need to miss Deep Ellum’s music scene any more as rousing sets can be heard 7 nights a week at […]
Business of the Week: Counter Culture Coffee Training Center

Our Business of the Week, Counter Culture Coffee, is a haven for coffee professionals, amateurs, and those looking to learn more about what goes into a perfect cup of coffee! The Counter Culture Coffee Deep Ellum Training Center offers coffee education for baristas, cafe managers, as well as home brewers looking to improve their pour-overs […]
Business of the Week: Two Sisters Catering

A cozy lunchtime cafe on Gaston Avenue is also home to a robust catering service you may not know about! Our Business of the Week, Two Sisters Catering, has been bringing a wide range of culinary endeavors to Deep Ellum and beyond since 1999. Originally conceived by Connie Chantilis and Rosanne Beck in 1989, Two […]