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Dallas Launches Campaign to Boost Local Economy

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Dallas, Texas, November 25, 2025

Dallas has announced the launch of the ‘Spend It in Dallas’ campaign, aimed at invigorating the local economy by encouraging residents and visitors to shop and engage with Dallas-based businesses. The initiative, starting soon, focuses on promoting local establishments, creating job opportunities, and enhancing community connections. A collaborative effort among various organizations will utilize diverse media platforms to reach neighborhoods across the city.

Dallas Launches “Spend It in Dallas” Campaign to Boost Local Economy

Dallas, Texas – The City of Dallas and Visit Dallas have announced the upcoming launch of the “Spend It in Dallas” campaign, set to begin on November 27, 2025. This initiative aims to encourage residents, visitors, and businesses to invest in the local economy by spending their time, experiences, and dollars within the city.

Campaign Objectives

The “Spend It in Dallas” campaign seeks to:

  • Promote local businesses, restaurants, entertainment venues, and cultural offerings.
  • Strengthen neighborhood economies and create job opportunities.
  • Increase sales tax revenue to support city services and infrastructure improvements.

Collaborative Effort

This campaign is a collaborative effort between the City of Dallas, Visit Dallas, Downtown Dallas Inc., Uptown Dallas Inc., and various creative agencies. It will utilize a multi-platform approach, including digital, social media, outdoor advertising, streaming services, and neighborhood-targeted materials. The creative content will highlight everyday Dallas experiences, local business owners, and the vibrant culture that defines the city.

Citywide Impact

The campaign’s messaging will be tailored to encourage spending across various Dallas neighborhoods, including Downtown, Uptown, Oak Cliff, East Dallas, Deep Ellum, and South Dallas, ensuring a broad impact throughout the city.

Getting Involved

Residents, businesses, and visitors can participate by:

  • Discovering featured local businesses and experience spots.
  • Accessing a neighborhood map highlighting vibrant centers around the city.
  • Utilizing promotional materials and social media assets to show support.
  • Understanding the importance of supporting local businesses and the benefits of shopping in Dallas.

For more information and to get involved, visit the official campaign website at SpendItInDallas.com.

Background Context

In 2023, Dallas welcomed 27 million visitors who spent $6.6 billion, contributing to a total economic impact of $10.5 billion and supporting over 59,000 jobs. This was an increase of nearly 5% from the previous year. Visit Dallas was directly responsible for over 2.4 million room nights and $2 billion in economic impact, accounting for more than 20% of all visitor spending. The city’s tourism industry plays a vital role in its economy, generating significant tax revenues that fund public services and infrastructure improvements.

Related Initiatives

In March 2024, Visit Dallas unveiled a new brand identity celebrating the city’s “maverick, can-do spirit.” This initiative aims to authentically reflect the qualities, personality, and values that make Dallas unique. The new brand identity is part of a broader effort to position Dallas as a premier business and leisure travel destination.

Conclusion

The “Spend It in Dallas” campaign represents a concerted effort to bolster the local economy by encouraging residents and visitors to support Dallas-based businesses and services. By investing locally, individuals contribute to the city’s growth and the enhancement of its vibrant communities.

FAQ

What is the “Spend It in Dallas” campaign?

The “Spend It in Dallas” campaign is an initiative launched by the City of Dallas and Visit Dallas to encourage residents, visitors, and businesses to invest in the local economy by spending their time, experiences, and dollars within the city.

When does the campaign start?

The campaign is set to begin on November 27, 2025.

Who is involved in the campaign?

The campaign is a collaborative effort between the City of Dallas, Visit Dallas, Downtown Dallas Inc., Uptown Dallas Inc., and various creative agencies.

How can I participate in the campaign?

Residents, businesses, and visitors can participate by discovering featured local businesses and experience spots, accessing a neighborhood map highlighting vibrant centers around the city, utilizing promotional materials and social media assets to show support, and understanding the importance of supporting local businesses and the benefits of shopping in Dallas.

Where can I find more information about the campaign?

For more information and to get involved, visit the official campaign website at SpendItInDallas.com.

Key Features of the “Spend It in Dallas” Campaign

Feature Description
Launch Date November 27, 2025
Collaborators City of Dallas, Visit Dallas, Downtown Dallas Inc., Uptown Dallas Inc., and creative agencies
Campaign Platforms Digital, social media, outdoor advertising, streaming services, and neighborhood-targeted materials
Target Areas Downtown, Uptown, Oak Cliff, East Dallas, Deep Ellum, and South Dallas
Participation Methods Discover local businesses, access neighborhood maps, utilize promotional materials, and support local businesses
Official Website SpendItInDallas.com


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