Smaller bridal showers have their advantages; they are easier to plan and there are a larger number of event spaces to choose from. That said, a wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event and big bridal showers allow everyone in your life to come together and celebrate.
Larger bridal showers should be held in spacious venues like party halls, mansions, or banquet halls. Outdoor venues like botanical gardens,
lakeside homes, country barns, and forest parks are ideal. Especially in Dallas, which has over 230 days of sunshine per year. If you're expecting intense sun then look for an outdoor venue with a house, cafe or other indoor area included. That way, guests have a chance to retreat indoors for air conditioning or a quiet conversation.