Programs & Workshops

Upcoming quilting events, guild programs, and learning opportunities across the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Major Local Events

Original Sewing & Quilt Expo

Irving
July 30 – August 1, 2026 Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

Quilt exhibits, vendor shopping, educational sessions, and quilting classes and workshops — connected with the North Texas Quilt Festival.

North Texas Quilt Festival

Irving
July 30 – August 1, 2026 500 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX

A major regional quilt show with aisles of judged quilts, prize competitions, and guild participation from across North Texas.

Guild Programs & Recurring Meetings

Quilter's Guild of Dallas

Dallas
First Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM
Congregation Shearith Israel, 9401 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, TX
Monthly speakers, lectures, workshops, retreats, and special events for quilters

Fort Worth Modern Quilt Guild

Fort Worth
Third Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM
UNT Health Science Center, IREB Room 203, 3430 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth
Modern quilting programs, guest speakers, demos, and community sewing activities

Fort Worth Quilt Guild

Fort Worth
Third Tuesday of each month
West Freeway Church of Christ, 1900 S. Las Vegas Trail, Fort Worth
Workshops, retreats, quilt shows, education, and service opportunities

Dallas Modern Quilt Guild

Dallas
Guild events, sewing activities, and themed challenges throughout the year
Featured activity: wall-hanging challenge inspired by Henri Matisse

Retreats & Special Opportunities

Sew Healing Retreat and Expo

Fort Worth
September 11–13, 2025 (check for 2026 dates)

Retreat and expo with quilting-related classes, vendors, and event programming.

Last listed date was September 2025. Confirm updated 2026 dates before planning attendance.
Event Listing

Ongoing Class Providers

Urban Spools Sewing Lounge

Dallas
9982 Monroe Dr., Ste 407, Dallas, TX 75220
Sewing and quilting education through workshops and longer-form learning programs
Good fit for members looking for additional local classes outside guild meetings and annual festivals