Dallas venue kicks off celebration with March 2 event featuring Toadies, Band of Heathens, Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys
Dallas’ iconic Longhorn Ballroom will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2025 with the launch of the Longhorn Jubilee series. The first of five jubilee events will take place March 2, Texas Independence Day, featuring performances by Fort Worth’s Toadies, Austin’s The Band of Heathens, and Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys, with more acts to be announced.
The Longhorn Ballroom, which reopened in 2023 under Edwin Cabaniss and Kessler Presents, has become a key venue in Dallas’ live music scene. Known for hosting legendary artists across genres, the Longhorn has brought together a vibrant community of music fans and performers since its opening in 1950.
The jubilee events will span across both the venue’s indoor stage and outdoor Courtyard, offering a mix of live music, food trucks, local vendors, and brand activations, reflecting the diverse spirit that has made the Longhorn a unique part of Texas music history.
“We wanted to honor the Longhorn’s tradition with performances by contemporary artists while celebrating the future of this legendary space,” said Cabaniss. “The jubilees will continue throughout the year, with future events focused on specific genres.”
Tickets for the March 2 event, which will be held at the 2,200-capacity Longhorn Ballroom, are available now at longhornballroom.com. Both general admission and premium seated tickets are on sale.
Event Details:
- What: The Longhorn Jubilee (First event in the series)
- Who: Toadies, The Band of Heathens, Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys, and more
- When: Sunday, March 2, 2025, doors open at 4 p.m.
- Where: The Longhorn Ballroom, 216 Corinth St, Dallas, TX 75207
- How: Tickets available at longhornballroom.com
About Longhorn Ballroom:
Over its 75 years, the Longhorn Ballroom has become synonymous with Texas music history, hosting country, blues, soul, and rock legends alike. The venue has seen performances by artists ranging from Merle Haggard to the Sex Pistols. After a period of closure, it was reopened by Edwin Cabaniss and Kessler Presents with a mission to restore the venue’s legacy. Since reopening, the Longhorn has hosted sold-out performances from Charley Crockett, Emmylou Harris, Indigo Girls, and many others.
About Edwin Cabaniss and Kessler Presents:
Edwin Cabaniss, known for balancing artistry with business, has been at the helm of Kessler Presents for over 15 years. The team at Kessler Presents is committed to providing exceptional experiences for both artists and fans at venues like The Kessler Theater, The Heights Theater, and the Longhorn Ballroom. Cabaniss continues to champion emerging artists while revitalizing historic venues for new generations of music lovers.
