Fairy Tale Closet

High school students looking for free formal wear can raid the closet every March at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. The closet includes hundreds of gowns in various sizes and styles, as well as suits and jackets. We also have shoes and accessories. LGBTQ+ students welcome!

Teen in a turquoise gown gets fitting help from another person in a dressing room. Colorful dresses hang in the background. Mood: joyful.

Fairy Tale Closet Donations

The Fairy Tale Closet began in 2014 and is restocked each year with donations from hundreds of individuals and organizations, including St. Luke Community United Methodist Church, bridesmaids shops, Neiman Marcus, Sam Moon, women’s groups and other public libraries. The Friends of the Dallas Public Library provides other supplies to make the event a success.

We accept donations at any library location of new or gently-used and clean formal wear, specifically:

Gowns (especially plus-size)
Pantsuits
Shoes
Jewelry
Evening Bags
Tuxedos & Suits
Dress Shirts
Cummerbunds & Ties

Fairy Tale Closet 2026

March 14 from 10 am - 2 pm

March 17 from 1 pm - 4 pm

March 18 from 11 am -2 pm

March 19 from 1 pm- 4pm

March 21 from 11 am - 2 pm

Registration begins on February 14th, 2026. Register here: https://forms.office.com/g/YJ95i5UCkJ

For more information, call 214-670-7943 or email libyouthservices@dallascityhall.com.

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