Introduction to the Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Division
(September 4, 2025) The City of Dallas is proud to announce the official launch of its Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality (NTE) Division, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to strengthen Dallas’ nightlife, cultural economy, and global event readiness.
What is the Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Division?
The Dallas NTE Division works to ensure Dallas’ nightlife and cultural economy thrives by balancing community needs, business success, and public safety. This is a dedicated team to ensure Dallas remains a model for safe, vibrant, and globally connected nightlife.
The Impact of Nightlife on Dallas’ Economy
Dallas’ nightlife generates more than $24 billion annually between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., supporting over 256,000 jobs and standing as one of the city’s most powerful economic and cultural drivers.
How the NTE Division Supports the Nighttime Economy
This division serves as the city’s central hub for collaboration, aligning businesses, nightlife partners, industry stakeholders, residents, and public safety to support a thriving social economy. Its work reflects more than a year of behind-the-scenes planning and groundwork, now stepping into the spotlight with the upcoming Glow Up Summit on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Dec on Dragon.
Quote from Edward Grant, Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Manager
“The nighttime economy is one of Dallas’ most powerful drivers of culture, connection, and commerce,” said Edward Grant, Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Manager. “The Glow Up Summit marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter—bringing our businesses, venues, and communities together to safeguard this sector, prepare for major global events, and ensure Dallas sets the standard for a world-class nightlife economy.”
Upcoming Events and Further Details
Further details about the Glow Up Summit, including programming and registration information, will be announced in the coming weeks.
Conclusion
The launch of the Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Division marks a significant step towards strengthening Dallas’ nightlife and cultural economy. By balancing community needs, business success, and public safety, the NTE Division aims to create a thriving social economy that benefits both residents and businesses. With the upcoming Glow Up Summit, the city is poised to take its nightlife to the next level, setting a standard for a world-class nightlife economy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Division?
A: The Nighttime Economy & Responsible Hospitality Division is a dedicated team that works to ensure Dallas’ nightlife and cultural economy thrives by balancing community needs, business success, and public safety.
Q: How much does Dallas’ nightlife generate annually?
A: Dallas’ nightlife generates more than $24 billion annually between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Q: What is the Glow Up Summit?
A: The Glow Up Summit is an upcoming event that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Dallas’ nightlife economy, bringing together businesses, venues, and communities to safeguard this sector and prepare for major global events.
Q: When and where will the Glow Up Summit take place?
A: The Glow Up Summit will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Dec on Dragon.
Q: How can I find out more about the Glow Up Summit?
A: Further details about the Glow Up Summit, including programming and registration information, will be announced in the coming weeks.
