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The holiday season means more in Grapevine, the state legislature’s designated Christmas Capitol of Texas, and not just because the air is filled with festive spirit. Every year, the final six weeks of the calendar contribute a meaningful boost to foot traffic and revenue generation in the visitor-driven local economy...
There’s never a shortage of things to do in the Historic Central District, even when it isn’t being activated for a major festival. While vacationers and event-based travel are certainly the leading source of foot traffic in the area, it’s worth noting that seven of the top ten destinations in...
There are no bad months to open any kind of business in Grapevine, but every now and then, the City sees a surge of companies from a specific industry. This month, medical users and supply chain boosters dominated the Certificate of Occupancy list… and the local economy remains powerfully diverse...
At 19, Jim Smith decided not to relocate to Georgia with his family. He was happy here in North Texas, even if his budget was a little tight sometimes. When his father suggested picking up a job as a NAPA delivery driver, the referral looked like a straightforward way to...
There's no better time to launch a new endeavor than Spring! Businesses and entrepreneurs moving into Grapevine isn't exactly new behavior, but it's always exciting when opportunity blooms in our community. Every month, the Economic Development team spotlights a collection of new businesses that show off the diverse and powerful...
Three years ago, Sauce’d Pizza & B.Y.O.B. introduced a new menu item that, while saucy and circular, didn’t quite fit in with the rest of the fare at the locally-owned pizzeria. Since then, caramelized beef patties and garlic-buttered Hawaiian buns have risen to the top of the order log with...
Grapevine’s smallest district by acreage and business count, this area is a true neighborhood center.Visitor Pattern: Rising on Repeats (YOY visits up 4%; visitors up 3%)Best Month in Last 12 (based on sales tax collected): August 2025Worst Month in Last 12 (based on sales tax collected): February 2025Top Industries (based...
Michele Wilson’s journey into art gallery ownership started in a familiar place for most of us: looking for a better deal. But the path that took her from decorating a single wall in her own home to curating a collection of multimedia artwork was far from well-traveled. Over the last...
Your friends at Grapevine Economic Development are back again to shine a light on some of the City's newest business openings, expansions, and relocations! The most recent Certificates of Occupancy issued include a variety of retailers, service providers, and venue operators. As usual, we've selected a handful to highlight the...
Built to capture commuters and visitors through proximity to SH 114 & SH 121, the Commercial Highway District is a prime location for strategic retail and destination dining.Visitor Pattern: Bouncing Back (YOY visits up 2.2%)Best Month in Last 12 (based on sales tax collected): December 2025Worst Month in Last 12...
Images courtesy of Kilwin's Grapevine, banner photography by Laura Kellerman Studio.Grapevine’s historic district has no shortage of iconic buildings. Some of the stores on Main Street have stood for over a century, their red brick preserved by dedicated owners and a touch of serendipity. But the sense of place that permeates...
Our City kept up the momentum for 2026, rolling out 18 verified new concepts or relocations that add up to a whopping 215,346 square feet of new concepts here in Grapevine this month! Traditionally, the team selects and presents five different concepts from the latest available Certificates of Occupancy to...
Grapevine is no stranger to America’s Pastime. Between local leagues, tournaments, and a burgeoning collegiate presence, thousands of young players take the mound here every year. You may have also heard that Grapevine’s own Mustangs are back-to-back defending champions in UIL baseball. This is as close to a five-tool baseball town...
Is it any wonder that businesses race to open their doors as the New Year dawns in the Christmas Capital of Texas? This community ended 2025 with the biggest monthly batch of new or relocated companies it recorded all year, with a wealth of retail and entertainment options receiving their...
Launched at the end of 2021, the ‘Growing Grapevine’ podcast spent three seasons exploring broad themes and big stories in our community. For 2026, we want to shift our focus from macro trends and big ideas to little details that make this City shine. The podcast will maintain its narrative...
There are several reasons to choose Grapevine, from its diverse small businesses to its quality public schools. However, many people are drawn here because of the engaged community members who are eager to help one another. One of the best examples of this is local organizations supporting the Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange...
Grapevine's Northeastern Business District is a Lunchtime Staple and a Springboard for Adventure
Dec 8 2025Our tour of Grapevine's varied business corridors continues with the Northeastern Business District! Defined by major employers near the City’s northeast boundary, this area has carved outa niche for convenient dining, adventure expansions, and community gathering. The vast majority of employees in the District report to corporate headquarters like Kubota, Paycom,...
As 2025 comes to a close, we have plenty to celebrate. From expansions and new store openings to the ongoing success of longtime favorites in Grapevine, this year was another entry in the long list of excellent ones for our community. And a few more businesses snuck into the market...
Dr. Sue Williams has been part of the Historic District since her hobby turned into a full-time business in 2013. An internist who still practices medicine at a hospital in Dallas, “Dr. Sue” picked up artisan chocolate making as a hobby in the early years of her empty-nest phase. She...
Covering both sides of Northwest Highway as it stretches from State Hwy 114 to Texan Trail, the Community Business District thrives on commuter traffic and regulars from neighborhoods around North Grapevine. The first of ten corridors we'll analyze in the year ahead, this area is home to a variety of...
A plethora of “third place” options have arrived in Grapevine, riding a wave of desire for social connection as the year winds down. As always, this list is a partial sampling chosen to highlight the diversity of the Grapevine market. A full Certificates of Occupancy list will show even more...
Grapevine Businesses Pivot and Prepare for 2026
Oct 14 2025To say that 2025 started out bumpy would be an understatement. For most of the calendar year, business owners and executives have faced an unpredictable market filled with lingering inflation, surprise trends, and delayed rebounds. Across most major industry sectors, the prevailing attitude is now one of cautious optimism. Hoteliers...
On September 15, 2025, Dallas Snow assumed the role of Commercial Outreach Manager in the Grapevine Economic Development Department. With a background in planning and project management, Dallas brings a new perspective to the team: that of a prospect on the other side of the negotiating table. She has extensive...
It's a big month for nostalgia in Grapevine, with a significant number of concepts that received Certificates of Occupancy centered around some level of appreciation for days gone by. As usual, the list below is thematic and more indicative than explanatory. We recommend looking up the full list of new...
