Peace Day Dallas
PEACE DAY DALLAS is a grass roots initiative bringing a calendar of events to Dallas in celebration of what unites our community and honors our connecting history as we work collectively to be a more progressive and humanitarian city.
Beginning 9/16 through 9/21, the United Nations International Day of Peace, Dallas will host a variety of events using the universals of fine art, music, sports, food, and dance as a mechanism for connectivity as we bring the community together in celebration of Peace Day Dallas 2016.
Dallas Events Today
Friday, Sep16
Peace Day Dallas Symposium and Candle Lighting Ceremony
6:15pm-8:15pm
Arts District Plaza-Sammons Park-Downtown Mayor Symposium
Symposium Speakers List:
- Michael Sorrell, President Paul Quinn College
- Beranda Ferman, South Dallas Neighborhood Association President (UNT Dallas professor)
- Chad Hauser, CEO Cafe Momentum
- Edna Pemberton, Ms Southern Dallas
- Taylor Tones, For Oak Cliff Executive Director
Candle Lighting Ceremony followed by a walk to Crow Museum for reception in Arts District and Block Party. DMA open 'til midnight.
Saturday, Sep 17
Peace Day Dallas International Fun Festival City Hall Plaza
11:00am-3:00pm
City Hall Plaza
City Hall Large Festival throughout the City Hall Plaza grounds, D.J.Nikki Nicole, Maverick's Basketball Skills Camp with full court, Gaelic Football, Dallas Maverick Maniacs and Dancers, Bocce Tournament, Irish Hurling, Zumba, Food Trucks, Entertainment Booths, International Dance, International Food, Face painting, ......
Sunday, September 18
Peace Day Dallas-Vickery Meadow Community International "Sharing" Festival
1:00pm-3:00pm
Acknowledging that Vickery Meadow is a Global Community, a dedicated group of Dallas volunteers,will create opportunities for all ages to experience the excitement and enrichment of cultural diversity through educational programs. Volunteer now with Gateway of Grace and CISV-DFW - founded on the belief that peace is possible through friendship - and that the real difference can be made by starting with children. Soccer, Football, Basketball, Group/line Dance, Origami, Free Bike Giveaway Raffle, Face Painting, Snacks and Fun
Peace Day Dallas Arboretum
6:00pm-8:00pm
Dallas Arboretum
"Taste of Peace in a Tasteful Place" - Dallas Arboretum, Dallas Top Chefs cooking Tasteful Bites honoring DPD and recognizing the good work of Cafe Momentum. Limited tickets available, please e-mail us for ticket information or purchase a VIP table while available.
Wednesday, September 21
Peace Day Dallas Closing Ceremony and Music Celebration at the Meyerson
6:30pm-8:00pm
Closing Ceremony celebrating "ALL" that "IS" Dallas with Music and Dance in order to make peace a more practical reality for the children of this and future generations in Dallas. Our aim is to commemorate and strengthen the ideals of peace through music and dance with the further intention of uniting our community organizations, projects and peoples. Meyerson Symphony Center.
Celebrating the International Peace Day September 21st.
Location: Dallas, TX, USA
