Music, Food, & Attractions
Imaging USA is heading to Dallas!
Join thousands of photographers from around the world as we take over the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center for the best photography conference of the year.
There's so much to see and do in the bustling Southern city of Dallas and the quaint town of Grapevine. Keep reading for a taste of what’s to come and begin to plan your trip!
Dining
Grapevine and Dallas are a foodie’s paradise. The Gaylord Texan resort has so many restaurant options including Old Hickory Steakhouse and Wine Bar, Texan Station Sports Bar and Grill, Riverwalk Cantina, Glass Cactus, Silver Bar, and more. If you're wondering where to start, you can check out this list of resort restaurants.
Explore a wide variety of food in the city of Grapevine too! If you’re itching to get out of the resort, head over to Dallas and enjoy a huge variety of fantastic restaurants and eateries.
Take some time to explore—you never know what delicious surprises you might find!
Attractions
With a deep southern history, there are tons of things to explore in Grapevine. Navigating the city is a breeze as historic Downtown Grapevine is pedestrian-friendly and busses, taxis, and shuttles make long-distance travel easy. This year’s location at the Gaylord Texan is also prime distance from the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, only a 6-minute ride away! Whether you want to explore the scenery around Lake Grapevine or head to the city of Dallas—Texas has something for everyone.
Historic Downtown Grapevine
Just around the corner from the Gaylord Texan, you'll find the historic Main Street of Grapevine, Texas. The town's restored 19th and 20th century buildings host an array of restaurants, galleries, live entertainment venues, and shops in a walkable small-town district. You won’t regret checking out what makes this town so special!
Dallas Highlights
As the 9th largest city in the country, Dallas offers exclusive shopping opportunities, world-renowned museums, five-star dining, beautiful outdoor spaces, and a vibrant nightlife scene. From the sprawling 20 city blocks of Dallas' Urban Arts District to the multifaceted entertainment sector in Deep Ellum, photographers have a lot of options to choose from!
Grapevine Wine Tours
Grapevine Wine Tours is partnered with the Gaylord Texan as well as several other hotels. You’ll receive shuttle service from the hotel to each of the wineries and local restaurants on your tour. Attendees rave about this experience as a great way to partake in North Texas wine and experience the culture of Grapevine. Your wine tour ticket covers your transportation, your guide, generous wine-tastings at two wineries and a three-course meal.
This could be a great bonding activity for your Imaging USA roommates or new fellow photographers you meet at the convention!
Grapevine Mills
The largest outdoor shopping destination in North Texas, Grapevine Mills Mall features more than 180 stores and family-friendly locations such as Sea Life Aquarium, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Peppa Pig World of Play, and more. Shop designer stores like Michael Kors, enjoy entertainment activities like Round 1 Bowling and Amusement and check out a wide variety of restaurants. Enjoy an incredible Texas shopping experience at Grapevine Mills!