The Cedars

Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Set To Reopen in Dallas-Fort Worth

by | Jun 28, 2024
Five Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas closed down in Dallas-Fort Worth in recent weeks when a franchisee filed for bankruptcy. Then came the stunning news that Sony Pictures Entertainment had acquired the Austin-based company. Now—two weeks later—there's good news for local moviegoers.
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The Last Word: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Co‑Founder on Chain’s Acquisition by Sony Pictures Entertainment
by | Jun 13, 2024
Moviegoers in Dallas-Fort Worth have had their cinema-loving dreams dashed—and raised again—in the space of a week. First came word that Angelika Film Center & Cafe Plano was closing, followed by news that the franchise group running five Dallas-Fort Worth Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas had closed them down and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The raised hopes? That came Wednesday, when Sony Pictures Entertainment rocked Hollywood by announcing it had acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and its 35 locations in 25 metro areas, as well as its much-loved Fantastic Fest film festival.
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The Last Word: Craig Davis of VisitDallas on Voters Approving New Convention Center with I-30 Deck Park
In the November 8 election, Dallas voters approved a plan to build a new $1.2 billion Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center that will include a deck park over I-30, connecting the complex with The Cedars neighborhood south of downtown. Voters also approved $300 million for renovations and repairs to the Cotton Bowl and several iconic buildings across Fair Park. 
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The Cedars
Bullet Train Terminal Would Put Dallas’ The Cedars on Track to Economic Boon
by | Jan 30, 2018
Developers of the train terminal say that it will lead to economic growth in The Cedars, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods.
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On Tap: Art House Dallas Anniversary, Retailing Summit & Friday Night Salon

Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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BYOB
BYOB: Bring Your Own Beamer, But Not the Car
by | Sep 22, 2017
The event in The Cedars neighborhood south of downtown Dallas is a celebration of the art of projection.
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high-speed rail
High-Speed Rail Could Transform Dallas’ Urban Core
by | Apr 27, 2017
Proponents say that commercial development around the proposed train station could change how people look at downtown Dallas.
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