Top 10 Party Bus Routes in Dallas for an Unforgettable Night Out

Dallas nightlife is massive — five major entertainment districts, dozens of neighborhoods with their own bar scenes, and a metropolitan area so sprawling that the distance from Plano to Deep Ellum is the same as driving across entire cities in other states. AND the sheer variety of experiences — rooftop cocktail lounges, honky-tonk dance halls, underground speakeasies, live music halls — means there is a perfect night out for every group, every mood, and every occasion. BUT without a plan, groups waste half the night debating where to go, fighting for parking, and losing people between venues. THEREFORE, we mapped out the 10 best party bus routes through Dallas nightlife — each one tested, timed, and optimized by years of driving thousands of groups through DFW.

Route 1: The Uptown Crawl

Duration: 4–5 hours | Best for: Birthdays, bachelorettes, girls' nights, mixed groups | Vibe: Polished, high-energy, trendy

• Stop 1 — The Standard Pour (45 min): Over 300 cocktails on the menu and a bourbon wall that commands attention. Start here while the energy is building. Great shareeable appetizers to line your stomach before the crawl begins. 5 min drive to next stop.
• Stop 2 — Happiest Hour (45 min): A massive multi-level patio bar with the best rooftop view in Uptown. The frozen cocktails are dangerously drinkable, and the vibe on a Saturday night is electric. 3 min drive to next stop.
• Stop 3 — Concrete Cowboy (45 min): This is where the night shifts into high gear. DJ-driven dance floor, strong drinks, and an atmosphere that practically guarantees your group will be on their feet. 5 min drive to next stop.
• Stop 4 — Trophy Room (45 min): Upscale sports bar meets nightclub. Bottle service available for groups that want VIP treatment, plus a rooftop terrace that is perfect for catching your breath between songs. 3 min drive to next stop.
• Stop 5 — Bottled Blonde (60 min): End the night at this Uptown staple with indoor-outdoor space, late-night pizza, and a dance floor that stays packed until close. Return to pickup location.

Pro tip: Start at 8 PM to arrive at The Standard Pour before the crowd. By the time you reach Concrete Cowboy around 10 PM, the energy is perfect.

Route 2: Deep Ellum Music Tour

Duration: 4–5 hours | Best for: Music lovers, couples' nights, group dates, creatives | Vibe: Eclectic, artistic, gritty-cool

• Stop 1 — Stirr (45 min): Start on the rooftop for sunset skyline views and craft cocktails. The multi-level layout gives your group options — lounge downstairs, party upstairs. Walk or 2 min drive to next stop.
• Stop 2 — Truth & Alibi (60 min): Hidden speakeasy behind an unmarked door — look for the phone booth. Exquisite cocktails, dim lighting, and a 1920s ambiance that makes everyone feel glamorous. Reserve a section for groups over 10. 3 min walk.
• Stop 3 — Trees (60 min): One of the most legendary live music venues in Texas — everyone from Radiohead to Erykah Badu has played this stage. Check the schedule in advance to align with a show your group will love. 2 min walk.
• Stop 4 — Braindead Brewing (45 min): Craft beer brewed on-site, rotating food truck outside, and a laid-back atmosphere for the comedown phase of the night. 3 min walk.
• Stop 5 — It'll Do Club (60 min): End at the dance club that locals consider DFW's best. Converted warehouse, world-class DJs, and a sound system that hits different. Return to bus.

Pro tip: Deep Ellum is walkable, so your bus can park centrally while your group moves between venues on foot. The driver stays with the bus and meets you at an agreed pickup point when you are ready to leave.

Route 3: Lower Greenville Pub Run

Duration: 3–4 hours | Best for: Casual friend groups, alumni gatherings, low-key birthdays | Vibe: Neighborhood, unpretentious, diverse

• Stop 1 — HG Sply Co (45 min): Rooftop views, farm-to-table bites, and craft cocktails set the tone. The rooftop at sunset is one of the best in Dallas. 3 min walk.
• Stop 2 — Truck Yard (60 min): A Dallas institution. Beer garden, food trucks, a treehouse bar, and a weekend crowd that is always friendly. This is the quintessential Lower Greenville experience. 2 min walk.
• Stop 3 — The Libertine (45 min): Classic neighborhood bar with strong pours and zero pretension. The kind of place where everyone becomes friends by the end of the night. 5 min walk.
• Stop 4 — Sundown at Granada (45 min): Attached to the historic Granada Theater, this bar hosts live music, comedy nights, and themed DJ events. Check the calendar for your night. Return to bus.

Pro tip: Lower Greenville is the most walkable bar strip in Dallas. Have the bus drop you at HG Sply Co and pick you up at the Granada end of the strip.

Route 4: Knox-Henderson Cocktail Tour

Duration: 3–4 hours | Best for: Couples, date nights, cocktail enthusiasts, smaller groups | Vibe: Sophisticated, craft-forward, intimate

• Stop 1 — The Porch (45 min): Elevated American cuisine with a patio overlooking Henderson Avenue. Start with shareable plates and a cocktail from their seasonal menu. 3 min drive.
• Stop 2 — Barcadia (45 min): Classic arcade games meet craft cocktails. Skee-ball, Pac-Man, and vintage pinball machines create a competitive, interactive atmosphere that gets groups bonding fast. 3 min walk.
• Stop 3 — Teiichi (60 min): If your group appreciates sushi and Japanese whisky, this Knox-Henderson gem delivers both at an extraordinary level. The omakase experience is a splurge worth every dollar. 5 min walk.
• Stop 4 — The Whippersnapper (45 min): Part bar, part art installation. Every room has a different theme, the cocktails are inventive, and the photo opportunities are endless. This is where your night gets memorable. Return to bus.

Pro tip: Knox-Henderson rewards smaller groups (8–14 people). Book a sprinter party van from our fleet for the most cost-effective option on this route.

Route 5: Design District & Trinity Groves

Duration: 4–5 hours | Best for: Foodies, wine lovers, creatives, industry nights | Vibe: Industrial-chic, eclectic, emerging

• Stop 1 — The Factory in Deep Ellum (45 min): Start in this massive entertainment complex with multiple bars and restaurants under one roof. Great for groups that want options. 10 min drive across the Trinity.
• Stop 2 — Trinity Groves (60 min): Dallas's incubator restaurant district on the west side of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. LUCK, Beto & Son, and Resto are standouts. Pick one for dinner or split into smaller groups. Walk between spots.
• Stop 3 — The Design District Bars (60 min): Katy Trail Ice House for an enormous beer garden, or Meddlesome Moth for a world-class beer list and gastropub food. 5 min drive.
• Stop 4 — The Katy Trail (30 min): If the weather is right, a post-dinner walk on Dallas's most famous trail is a perfect palate cleanser. The bus meets you at the Katy Trail trailhead. Return to bus.

Route 6: Bishop Arts District Culture Crawl

Duration: 3–4 hours | Best for: Brunch groups, couples, artsy groups, wine enthusiasts | Vibe: Boutique, walkable, neighborhood charm

• Stop 1 — Lucia (90 min): James Beard-recognized Italian restaurant. Reserve weeks ahead for groups. The handmade pasta courses are a culinary event. Walk between Bishop Arts stops.
• Stop 2 — Ten Bells Tavern (45 min): Charming neighborhood bar with a tree-covered patio that feels like you have left Dallas entirely. Craft cocktails and local beers in a relaxed setting. Walk.
• Stop 3 — The Wild Detectives (45 min): Half bookstore, half bar, fully unique. Browse indie literature with a mezcal cocktail in hand. Weekend evenings often feature live music or poetry readings. Walk.
• Stop 4 — Emporium Pies + Dude, Sweet Chocolate (30 min): End on a sweet note at two of Dallas's most beloved dessert spots. The Drunken Nut pie at Emporium and the artisan truffles at Dude, Sweet are perfect finishers. Return to bus.

Pro tip: Bishop Arts is best experienced during the day or early evening. Start at 5 PM for the golden-hour patio experience and wrap by 9 PM.

Route 7: Fort Worth Stockyards Western Night

Duration: 4–5 hours | Best for: Out-of-town guests, country music fans, bachelor/bachelorette parties | Vibe: Western, rowdy, authentically Texan

• Stop 1 — Stockyards Heritage District (60 min): Walk the historic brick streets, browse Western wear at M.L. Leddy's, and take photos in front of the longhorn statues. Walk.
• Stop 2 — The Sipping Seahorse (45 min): A tiki bar in the Stockyards — unexpected and delightful. Craft tiki cocktails in a Western setting is a combination only Fort Worth could pull off. Walk.
• Stop 3 — Billy Bob's Texas (90 min): The world's largest honky-tonk. Live bull riding, two-stepping on the massive dance floor, and concerts from country's biggest names. Even non-country-fans leave as converts. Walk.
• Stop 4 — Second Rodeo Brewing (45 min): Wind down at this Stockyards craft brewery with Texas-brewed beers and a relaxed outdoor patio. Return to bus.

Route 8: Dallas to Fort Worth Cross-City Adventure

Duration: 6–8 hours | Best for: All-day outings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, out-of-town visitors | Vibe: Epic, varied, best-of-both-cities

• Stop 1 — Pecan Lodge, Deep Ellum (60 min): Start with the best BBQ in Dallas. The brisket, hot links, and banana pudding fuel the rest of the night. 5 min drive.
• Stop 2 — Deep Ellum Murals Photo Stop (20 min): Quick hop off the bus for group photos in front of the iconic "Eye" mural and the neon signs along Main Street. 35 min drive to Fort Worth.
• Stop 3 — Fort Worth Stockyards (60 min): Experience the historic district, grab a cocktail, and soak in the Western atmosphere. Walk.
• Stop 4 — Billy Bob's Texas (90 min): Dance, watch bull riding, and make memories at the world's largest honky-tonk. 10 min drive.
• Stop 5 — West 7th Street, Fort Worth (60 min): Fort Worth's modern entertainment district. The Bearded Lady, Landmark, or Twilite Lounge for a nightcap. 35 min drive back to Dallas.
• Stop 6 — Late-Night Taco Stop (30 min): Fuel Stop on the return — Velvet Taco (Uptown) or Tacos La Banqueta for the authentic experience. Return to drop-off.

Pro tip: This route covers serious miles. A coach bus with reclining seats and an on-board restroom is ideal for the longer drives between cities.

Route 9: West 7th Fort Worth

Duration: 3–4 hours | Best for: Fort Worth locals, young professionals, high-energy groups | Vibe: Modern, walkable, bar district

• Stop 1 — The Bearded Lady (45 min): Gorgeous patio, creative cocktails, and a crowd that is dressed to impress. Fort Worth's answer to Uptown Dallas. Walk.
• Stop 2 — Landmark (45 min): Converted church turned bar — stained glass windows, cathedral ceilings, and a cocktail menu that does justice to the architecture. Walk.
• Stop 3 — Twilite Lounge (45 min): Dive-bar-meets-craft-cocktail with a jukebox, pool tables, and strong pours. The anti-pretension antidote. Walk.
• Stop 4 — Thompson's Bookstore (45 min): Speakeasy hidden behind a bookshelf entrance. Inventive cocktails in a moody, intimate setting. End the night with class. Return to bus.

Route 10: Victory Park + AAC Pre-Game

Duration: 4–5 hours | Best for: Mavericks/Stars game nights, sports fans, mixed groups | Vibe: Sports energy, downtown, celebratory

• Stop 1 — Hero (45 min): Upscale sports bar in Victory Park with craft cocktails, elevated bar food, and massive screens. Perfect pre-game warm-up. Walk to AAC.
• Stop 2 — American Airlines Center (3 hours): Mavericks or Stars game. The bus parks nearby and your driver is on call for the post-game pickup. No parking fees, no traffic stress. Walk.
• Stop 3 — Victory Park post-game (45 min): Celebrate the win (or mourn the loss) at any of the Victory Park bars within walking distance of the arena. 5 min drive.
• Stop 4 — Uptown Nightcap (45 min): Close the night at Happiest Hour or The Standard Pour, just a 5-minute drive from Victory Park. Return to drop-off.

Pro tip: Parking at AAC runs $20–$40 per car. A party bus for 20 fans eliminates 5–8 parking fees, saving the group $100–$320 before anyone even enters the arena. Use our Trip Cost Calculator to see how the math works for your crew.

Book Your Route

Every route on this list has been driven hundreds of times by our professional chauffeurs. They know the drop-off points, the parking spots, the shortcuts, and the timing. Browse our fleet to find the right vehicle for your group, explore our service areas across DFW, and call Dallas Party Ride at (214) 945-0983 to book your route — or let us design a custom one based on your group's preferences.