Downtown Garland

09/09/2026

📣 Calling Downtown Garland doers, dreamers & changemakers!

Join us for the next Garland Downtown Business Association General Meeting — everyone is welcome! You do not have to be a GDBA member to join this informative meeting.

📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 9:00 a.m.
📍 Epiphany Gallery

Come connect with the people helping shape the future of Downtown Garland!

🤝 Network with fellow Downtown business owners and changemakers
🗳️ Learn about the upcoming election
🏙️ Look forward to what’s next for Downtown Garland! Learn more about the Downtown Redevelopment Implementation Study
💡 Stay informed, get involved, and be part of the conversation

Downtown doesn’t just happen — it takes doers. Come be one of them!

09/09/2026

Ready to dance the night away in Downtown Garland? 🕺

Bring your friends and your best dance moves for Silent Disco on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 7–10 p.m. 🎶 Grab a pair of headphones and enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and fun with three DJs spinning live, each on their own channel. Switch between sounds throughout the evening and discover which DJ keeps you moving! 💃

Headphones are limited, so be sure to get there early! 🎧

Event details: https://www.visitgarlandtx.com/silent-disco

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09/07/2026

Sneak peek at just THREE of the special drinks beaming down for the month of September! 📸

Did you know that Star Trek's creator, Gene Roddenberry, was born & raised in Texas? In honor of Star Trek's 60th anniversary, help us explore the strange new worlds of these uncharted limited-edition beverages...

Dos Banderas: Rye Long & Prosper
TavernGarland: Blood Oath Martini
Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery: Tart Trek
Lockwood Distilling Co. Cosmic Cooler
Taco y Vino Downtown Garland: Vintage 2063

On Sept 12th, join the Plaza Theatre with Garland Cultural Arts for “Boldly Going to Garland: Celebrating 60 Years of Star Trek.” 🖖 Enjoy a full day of classic episodes, film screenings, trivia, cosplay contests, photo ops, panel discussions, vendors, and more! Event Details in the comments!

09/04/2026

Fall Crawl tickets are LIVE! 🍻

Fall crawl is returning to Downtown Garland on Saturday, Oct. 3, 3:00-6:00pm! Stroll around Downtown while sampling craft beers, tasting small bites and collecting unique enamel pins from your favorite local businesses!

Last year’s Fall Crawl SOLD OUT, so get your tickets today! Tickets & more info in the comments!

09/01/2026

Set a course for Downtown Garland! 🚀

Star Trek-inspired drinks have officially landed in Downtown! Starting today, five participating businesses are serving up specialty creations inspired by the iconic series all September long in honor of Star Trek's 60th Anniversary.

Your mission? Gather your crew and boldly sip your way through Downtown to try each one:
🥃 Dos Banderas: Rye Long & Prosper
🖖🏻 Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery: Tart Trek
🪐 Lockwood Distilling Co.: Cosmic Cooler
🍷 Taco y Vino Downtown Garland: Vintage 2063
🍸 TavernGarland: Blood Oath Martini

And don’t miss the main mission! 🖖🏻 Join Garland Cultural Arts and the It Came From Texas Film Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Plaza Theatre for "Boldly Going to Garland: Celebrating 60 Years of Star Trek," an all-day celebration featuring classic episodes and film screenings, trivia, costume contests, photo opportunities, panel discussions, vendors, and more! All ranks welcome. 😉

Event Details: https://www.visitgarlandtx.com/boldly-going-celebrating-60-years-of-star-trek

Visit Garland, TX | City of Garland, Texas Government

08/31/2026

Pick your channel, find your beat, and dance the night away! 🎛️💃

Join us in Downtown Garland for Silent Disco on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 7–10 p.m. 🎶 Grab a pair of headphones and switch between channels throughout the night to create your own soundtrack. 🎚️

Headphones are limited, so come early to get yours! 🎧

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026
📍 Downtown Garland, 520 W. State St.
⌚ 7-10 p.m.

Details: https://www.visitgarlandtx.com/silent-disco

Visit Garland, TX | City of Garland, Texas Government

08/26/2026

Sip Long and Prosper! 🖖🏻

This September, five Downtown Garland businesses are bringing a taste of the galaxy to their menus with limited-time drinks inspired by the Star Trek universe, in honor of Garland Cultural Arts' "Boldly Going to Garland: Celebrating 60 Years of Star Trek" on Saturday, Sept. 12.

Gather your crew, explore each stop, and boldly sip your way through the lineup all month long:
🥃 Dos Banderas: Rye Long & Prosper
🖖🏻 Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery: Tart Trek
🪐 Lockwood Distilling Co.: Cosmic Cooler
🍷 Taco y Vino Downtown Garland: Vintage 2063
🍸 TavernGarland: Blood Oath Martini

Which one will be first on your mission? 👀

Learn more: https://www.visitgarlandtx.com/boldly-going-celebrating-60-years-of-star-trek

Visit Garland, TX | City of Garland, Texas Government

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

Join in celebrating Hispanic culture by participating in Garland Cultural Arts Dia de los Mu***os juried art exhibit. All submitted entries must represent the unique style and imagery of Dia de los Mu***os, emanating the excitement and spirit of Hispanic traditions. 

08/25/2026

Garland Cultural Arts presents Live from Laurel Canyon - Songs and Stories of American Folk Rock on Friday, September 18 2026 at 8:00pm, Granville Arts Center, Garland, TX