Dallas, TX (February 2, 2026) – After a weekend spent indoors across much of the city, Dallas
came out in full force last night selling out the Kessler Theatre for the official awards week
kickoff Meet & Greet Showcase. With more than 25,000 votes cast, the Dallas Entertainment
Awards Week officially launched with a powerful reminder of just how deep, connected, and
energized the North Texas creative community truly is. This packed night was just a preview.
Now, for the winners.
The 3rd Annual Dallas Entertainment Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, will
be held at The Bomb Factory in Deep Ellum, where winners will be announced live on stage in
front of a full house of artists, industry leaders, and supporters from across the region. Live
performances, surprise appearances, and a high fashion crowd collide for one night only. If you
are not there, you will wish you were. This is where Dallas will be.
What: Dallas Entertainment Awards Ceremony
When: February 4, 2026
Where: The Bomb Factory Dallas TX
Time: Doors at 6pm / Ceremony 7pm-10pm
General Admission is FREE (standing room only) / Limited balcony seating available for
purchase. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
More than 500 nominees across 110 categories will be recognized as winners are announced
live on stage. Expect performances, presenters, surprise moments, and a packed room filled
with the who’s who of Dallas entertainment alongside the next generation rising right beside
them.
“This night is a reflection of how strong and connected our scene really is,” said Jessica
Martinez, Committee Member, Dallas Entertainment Awards. “When the community shows up
like this, it becomes more than an awards show. It becomes a celebration of who we are and
what we are building together.”
Powered entirely by public voting, the Dallas Entertainment Awards are built by the city they
celebrate. Every vote represents support from peers, fans, and collaborators across North
Texas. The real win of the night is the community itself.
Official After Party
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Location: Double Wide, Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX
Time: 10 PM until late
Cover: No cover
Once the final trophy is handed out, the celebration moves down the street to Double Wide in
Deep Ellum. Artists, nominees, industry folks, and supporters are invited to keep the night
going with music, drinks, and that unmistakable Deep Ellum energy.
Media are invited to attend all Awards Week events. Interviews are available with committee
members for a behind the scenes look at how this city powered celebration came together, as
well as with nominees across categories.
Full details are available at dallasentertainmentawards.com.