Despite a rainy kickoff and unseasonably cold temperatures, the Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair, affectionately known as DECAF, pressed on last weekend, bringing together local artists, musicians, and festival-goers for a celebration of creativity in the heart of Dallas. By Sunday, the skies had cleared, and though the air was crisp, spirits were high.
Crowdus Street was lined with vibrant visual art booths stretching across Deep Ellum, as bundled-up attendees braved the chill to support the scene. With four official stages—Blues Alley Stage, Life Stage, Gateway Stage, and Spotlight Stage—plus a few intimate busking platforms scattered throughout the festival, the streets were alive with sound.
Soul singer Leslie Austin warmed hearts with her powerful voice, Dev Wulf of The Midnight Howl brought Americana charm, rapper Princeton Marcellis kept the energy up, and Southern grunge outfit Wayside Motel brought the grit. Award-winning drag performer May May Graves also lit up the stage with flair.
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DECAF proved once again that Deep Ellum’s creative pulse beats strong—rain, shine, or sweater weather.
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