Join those who remain for a Sunday afternoon of drinks, fun, frivolity and fellowship. The Dallas Edition of Convergence comes to a close the way it should with: ANOTHER PARTY! Please join those who will leisurely depart Dallas, on Monday or later, at the home of Dallas Chapter member, Harry Morgan. The party bus leaves promptly at 3:30 p.m. and will bring you back to the hotel … after a delightful repast.

As promised, getting those ‘Tails’ to Texas will allow YOU to WIN BIG! In fact, by the time you pack up your ‘tails’ we know you will have many new ‘tales’ to tell about your FABULOUS time at CONVERGENCE in Dallas … See you Soon … We can’t wait to see YOU in Dallas‼️🤵‍♂️🤵‍♂️ 

Our Sunday begins the way it always should with a fantastic brunch to celebrate the success of the previous evening’s festivities. Enjoy a Mimosa or Bloody Mary with a Texas Sized brunch at the host hotel as we begin to wind down another amazing Convergence! Which BTCI Chapter will WIN the Award for the most attendees by either head count, or percentage? You’ll find out as the morning winds down …🥇Will it be YOUR Chapter⁉️

The evening begins at 6:00pm with our elegant reception featuring an open bar, passed hors’ d'oeuvres, and the Stockton Helbing Trio performing excellent live jazz. At 7:00pm, the formal black tie dinner will begin. An elegant evening of food, wine and fun await. Throughout the night, you are sure to discover what we mean by “Big D” style.

As a celebrated musician from Dallas with eight albums released to date, Stockton Hellbing has performed and recorded with a wide range of artists including Maynard Ferguson, Doc Severinsen, Arturo Sandoval, the Maniacal 4, Erykah Badu, David Braid, Steve Wiest, Jennifer Holiday, Blue Lou Marini, The Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Denis DiBlasio, The Cincinnati Pops, Chip McNeill, Darden Purcell, Clay Jenkins, Phil Woods, Wayne Bergeron, Randy Brecker, The Imperial Brass, Mary Wilson, Paul Tynan, Andy Timmons, Tom “Bones” Malone, Ernie Watts and many more.

Our Convergence Cowboy will gather early to celebrate with cocktails and nibbles before the other buckaroos arrive. Additionally, Convergence Cowboys will wear specially designated badges, be seated at upgraded tables for Saturday’s black tie dinner, along with other surprises and special benefits. Thanks in advance for saddling UP and becoming a Convergence Cowboy!

Founded in 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive. The DMA is one of the largest art museums in America, located in the nation's largest arts district in downtown Dallas. The buses will depart promptly at 10:30 am and you are free to spend time visiting some of the world’s most famous art pieces and exhibits, dine in the DMA Cafe and more.

Pro Tip: Do NOT miss the Wendy and Emery Reves Collection. Emery Reves bought Coco Chanel’s villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, La Pausa. The Villa & the Art are inside the DMA.

This invite only breakfast is for those who lead a chapter for Black Tie Club International or their designated representative.

Located just steps from the Melrose Hotel, Dallas’ historic Rose Room will host an evening of Texas BBQ, entertainment and cocktails for attendees. Situated in the heart of the Dallas Cedar Springs gayborhood, the Rose Room has launched the careers of many and it will certainly launch your evening into the stratosphere. Enjoy adult beverages, including famous Texas Longnecks, authentic Texas BBQ, and a sparkling performance from Paul J. Williams. After this soirée, BTCI Members should feel free to explore the ‘Strip’ as the area is nicknamed. Numerous options for your evening pleasure can be found at https://www.partyattheblock.com/ There is no better place to enjoy Dallas’ unique brand of Texas hospitality.

Fun Fact: Two local establishments, JR’s and Sue Ellen’s existed BEFORE a television show borrowed these watering holes’ names for two characters made famous on ‘DALLAS.’

Paul J Williams, Actor/Comic/Singer

Paul J. Williams is a gifted comedian, actor and singer based in Dallas. As a comedian, he has appeared ‎on countless cruises, multiple comedy clubs across the U.S. and on the MTV/LOGO Network comedy ‎special, ONE NIGHT STAND UP. But, he is most well-known for his “altar ego”, Sister Helen Holy. As a ‎classically trained tenor, Paul J. has performed with the New York Choral Artists, Orpheus Chamber ‎Singers and Turtle Creek Chorale. As a hobby, Paul is a classic car buff and currently owns a 1970 Buick ‎Riviera which has won multiple awards.‎

Kick off your Friday the 13th with a Dallas Classic: The State Fair of Texas. Surely, the most beautiful Fair complex in the United States, Fair Park was transformed in 1936 for the Texas Centennial. Numerous buildings sport Art Deco architectural styles, which is why the entire complex is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Board the motor coach promptly at 10:00 am and you will be whisked away to Fair Park. Big Tex is a 55 foot tall Cowboy who cannot wait to welcome everyone with a hearty “Howdy Folks.” Enjoy an assortment of rides, booths, displays, automobiles, fair games, and the ALL important Fair Food. If it can be fried, you will find it waiting for your enjoyment!

Click here for more history of Dallas’ Fair Park.

Join us for ‘Welcome’ cocktails, featuring an open bar, delightful hors d'oeuvres, and delicious desserts at the spectacular home of Dallas Chapter member Dr. Geoffrey Walker. Geoffrey’s home is located in Highland Park, a lovely enclave developed by Wilbur David Cook, the landscape designer who planned Beverly Hills, California. This exclusive area within Dallas was designed to maximize both parks and lakeside settings. A motor coach departs from the hotel promptly at 4:30 pm and will take you there from our Host Hotel, where a fantastic spread and a beautiful evening awaits!

JFK Assassination Tour

Headed by BTCI-San Francisco’s own Tom Beddingfield, who has led JFK tours for many years, spend the day with experts on the Kennedy Assassination. Buell Frazier, author of Steering Truth, drove Lee Harvey Oswald to work on the morning of the assassination. He will be with us all day to recount his stories of Oswald and his account of the assassination which he witnessed. Whether you believe in the accounts of the Warren Commission report on the assassination or you believe in a conspiracy, this tour will give you a clear understanding of what happened the day President Kennedy was assassinated.

With the bus leaving promptly at 9:00 am, we will visit a number of sites in the Dallas area that are connected to the JFK assassination.

Stops will include:

Fort Worth Hilton (formerly The Hotel Texas)

This is the hotel that President Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy spent the night before the assassination. It is the location where President Kennedy gave his last two speeches. The hotel has a collection of photographs surrounding his visit and a beautiful memorial marking the spot where he addressed the public for the very last time.

Shannon Rose Hills Cemetery

A visit to the grave of Lee Harvey Oswald

Ruth Paine House Museum

This is the former home of Ruth Paine. She was the most questioned witness before the Warren Commission. Marina Oswald lived with her at the time of the assassination. Lee Harvey Oswald slept here unexpectedly the night before the shooting. This is the home where his gun was stored.

Lunch at Campisi's

Enjoy a sit-down luncheon of Italian cuisine. This is a very famous restaurant in Dallas with lots of history. It was mob connected and Jack Ruby frequented this restaurant. He dined here the night before the assassination.

Dealey Plaza Tour and Sixth Floor Museum

Walking tour of the site of the assassination and a visit to the Sixth Floor Museum at the Texas Book Depository

Oswald Rooming House

This is where Lee Harvey Oswald lived at the time of the assassination. The home is exactly as it was in 1963.

Neely Street Apartment

Where Lee and Marina lived in March of 1963 and the location of where the famous backyard photo of Lee Harvey Oswald was taken.

Officer Tippit Shooting

We will visit the site where Officer J.D. Tippit was shot and killed.

Texas Theater

The location Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested. This theater has been restored to how it looked in 1963

Spend the day touring these historical sites. Luxury Motor Coach transportation will be included from the host hotel. Lunch at Campisi's is included as well as museum entrance fees. Limited to 50 people. 

$150 per person