Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair Nov. 4 at Gilley's Dallas: Veteran-Focused, Open to All

DALLAS, TX — The Hiring Red, White & You! job fair returns to Gilley's Dallas on Wednesday, November 4, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It is built around veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses, but Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas says plainly that this year's event is open to all job seekers. It's one of the biggest in-person shots at Dallas employers before the holidays.

One room in the Cedars, four hours, employers that include the City of Dallas, Dallas County and Plastipak. Register first, bring a stack of resumes, and come ready to talk.

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📍 At a Glance

Event	Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair
Date	Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time	10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location	Gilley's Dallas, 1135 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215
Format	In person
Registration	Job seeker registration form
Eligibility	Veteran-focused, open to all job seekers
Organizer	Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, with the Texas Workforce Commission

🔥 What Hiring Red, White & You! Is

This is not a one-off. The Texas Workforce Commission has run Hiring Red, White & You! since 2012, and the 2026 edition lists 29 events across the state between November 3 and November 19, each hosted by a local Workforce Solutions board. Dallas gets its turn early in that run.

The state's listing names the City of Dallas, Dallas County and Plastipak among the Dallas employers. That's two big public employers with civil service jobs from public works to courts and parks, plus a packaging manufacturer with plant work. No total employer count or job count has been published for the Dallas event, so treat the named three as a floor, not the full list.

⚠️ Read This Before You Go

Register online first. Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas asks job seekers to sign up through its registration form so employers can see who is coming.
You do not need to be a veteran. The organizer calls it veteran-focused and open to all job seekers. No separate veterans-only hour has been announced, so do not count on one either way.
Cost and parking details have not been published. If either affects your plans, call event contact Steven Bridges at Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, 214-707-8635.
Bring your DD-214 or proof of service if you have it. Public employers often apply veterans' preference, and having the paperwork on hand speeds up that conversation.

Different Day, Different Fair: Arlington and Allen

Miss Wednesday, or want a second room of employers? Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County holds its own Hiring Red, White & You! the next day, Thursday, November 5, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr. in Arlington. The Fort Worth Chamber listing says it is open to everyone, with free admission and parking, and the state lists Bell Textron, Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Secret Service among employers there. Collin County gets one too, on Thursday, November 19, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at 777 Watters Creek Blvd. in Allen. Different event, different board, different employer list.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

Ten or more printed resumes. Translate military titles into civilian language: "supply sergeant" becomes inventory and logistics supervisor.
A one-line answer to "what are you looking for?" that names a role and a part of town.
Clearance level and expiration date, if you hold one. Defense recruiters will ask.
Arrive early. The best conversations happen before the lines form.

🔎 Start Searching Before November 4

The smartest move is to walk in already knowing which openings you want. These searches cover the employers named for Dallas and the fields veterans move into most often around the county.

Start here:

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Dallas Hiring Red, White & You! job fair?

Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Gilley's Dallas, 1135 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215.

Do I have to be a veteran to attend?

No. Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas describes it as veteran-focused but open to all job seekers.

Do I need to register?

Yes, the organizer asks job seekers to register through its online form before the event.

Which employers will be there?

The state's listing names the City of Dallas, Dallas County and Plastipak. A full employer list has not been published.

Is there another Hiring Red, White & You! nearby?

Yes. Arlington's runs Thursday, November 5, at Globe Life Field, and Allen's runs Thursday, November 19, at 777 Watters Creek Blvd.

Your Next Mission Starts Here

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