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CChristmas in the Stockyards is a "Western Wonderland" that delights locals and visitors alike, year after year. The official Christmas in the Stockyards kick-off is Saturday, December 7, starting at 10 a.m., and is not to be missed! First up is photos with Cowboy Santa and Mrs. Claus and storytime in Santa’s Holiday Barn, generously provided by Rafter P Construction and JAG Metals.
You're invited to "Giddy Up & Glide" around the Stockyards Rodeo Rink, too! The annual holiday centerpiece delivers a magical ice skating experience in a beautifully covered rink, complete with chandeliers, holiday lights, and country music. Six 90-minute sessions will be available on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 p.m. Children ages three and up are $20 and adults are $25, skate rental included. The rink also features delicious food, a full bar, fire pits, and picnic seating.
The annual Christmas Parade along Exchange Avenue follows the 4 p.m. Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive, and it’s hard to contain the excitement. There's nothing quite like cheering on Cowboy Santa, floats, and mounted Christmas revelers to get in the spirit of the season!
Meanwhile, it’s a holiday doubleheader in Cowtown Coliseum. Merrymakers can catch the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at 1:30 p.m. (adults $35+, kids half-price), or grab a ticket to the Ultimate Bullfighters World Finals at 7:30 p.m. ($20+). No matter your choice, every seat in the legendary facility is great.
Of course, no Stockyards celebration is complete without the favorite Old West comedy gunfight shows, Chuckwagon cowboy poetry readings, armadillo races, cow milking contests, rollo-ropers, and face painting. Best of all, these family events are free throughout the day.
Rounding out the day is Grapevine Vintage Railroad's “Trinity River Christmas Train.”
The historic train departs Stockyards Station at 3, 5, and 7 p.m. for an exciting 45-minute round trip excursion past downtown Fort Worth to Trinity Park and back.
A very special thanks to sponsors American Hat Co., Hank FM, JAG Metals, Pendleton Whisky, Rafter P Construction, Ranch FM, and the Stockyards Business Association.
For more information, visit fortworthstockyards.com or download the free Fort Worth Stockyards app in the Apple Store or on Google Play.
All images courtesy of Stockyards Heritage Development Co.
West is Among the Best for Culture and Shopping-and-Dining Delights
H“Happy to follow the bumpy brick road,” reads a newspaper headline from 1981—a lasting assertion that Camp Bowie Boulevard’s historic brick pavement must endure, and never mind the occasional traffic-engineering idea of modernizing the pathway with concrete and asphalt.
Now, as then, seekers of entertainment, adventure, and dining experiences remain “happy to follow the bumpy brick road,” as a principal gateway to Fort Worth’s west side and its many commercial and civic offshoots. The attractions range from the ever-evoloving Artisan Circle, a sprawling urban village nestled where West 7th Street and University Drive meet, to a broadening cultural and historical district. To the south is University Park Village, and further west is the Chapel Hill shopping-and-entertainment development, always branching out further with new moviegoing venues, boutique eateries, and varied opportunities for strolling and sightseeing amid architectural innovations.
Pioneering publisher and civic booster Amon G. Carter, founder of Fort Worth Key, née Fort Worther, characterized Fort Worth as “where the West begins.” And for locals and visitors alike, the west side marks the beginning of that beginning: The West hardly could have picked a keener starting point than Fort Worth.
Prominent among the newer landmarks is Dickies Arena, a versatile 14,000seat showplace named after the Fort Worth-based manufacturer of utilitarian clothing. Located at 1911 Montgomery Street within the Will Rogers Memorial Center, Dickies Arena complements and expands the scope of the adjacent Will Rogers Complex, home to the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. And Fort Worth, in turn, hardly could have picked a site more right for its burgeoning west side Cultural District. Rippling
with heavy-duty commercial, artistic, and residential growth since the dawn of the 21st century, the west side overall has seen its very skyline change with the transformation of a busy West 7th Street into a streamlined conduit connecting the downtown area’s Sundance Square development with the Cultural District. Heading west (naturally) from downtown Fort Worth, one finds the Cultural District radiating from the intersection where West 7th Street crosses University Drive and, in the process, morphs into the historic, brick-paved Camp Bowie Boulevard. Visitors in search of western-style discoveries—from plain-and-fancy dining to fine art and varied entertainment—will find such delights in volume on the west side. Cultural attractions, restaurants, mainstream and special-interest shopping, and lavish natural gardens flourish as a reminder of how Fort Worth has built upon its frontier origins. Several of the world’s finer museums, playhouses, and galleries anchor a vast Cultural District. The hand-laid red-brick pavement of Camp Bowie Boulevard is an attraction in itself, lined with an ever-expanding array of art galleries, stage-and-screen auditoriums, boutiques, scholarly museums, restaurants and lounges, and shopping malls.
Unique movie viewing options abound in west Fort Worth. Treat yourself to dinner and take in Hollywood’s latest at Movie Tavern West 7th, or enjoy a retro movie experience at Coyote Drive-In Theater & Canteen on Panther Island. For the more arthouse-oriented, the Modern Art Museum’s Magnolia at the Modern film screening series has offered a thoughtful curation since the early aughts. A more recent billing of theirs is Movies That Matter, a free, bi-monthly film series program that celebrates diversity and inclusion, courtesy of the City of Fort Worth’s Human Relations Commission.
Images (details): Frederic Remington (1861–1909), A Dash for the Timber, 1889, oil on canvas, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Fort Worth, Texas, Amon G. Carter Collection, 1961.381; Arthur Dove (1880–1946), The Lobster, 1908, oil on canvas, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Fort Worth, Texas, Acquisition in memory of Anne Burnett Tandy, Trustee, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 1968–1980, 1980.29
Farther along to the west of the west, the newly dedicated Como Community Center’s $12 million complex at 4660 Horne Street has installed a gymnasium, a library, after-school activity centers, and all-ages activity programs.
Luncheon attractions, sparked by the addition of Alabama-based Chicken Salad Chick in Ridglea Village, have grown to include such established draws as Blue Bonnet Bakery, Feastivities, Secret Garden Restaurant, and The Lunch Box. A longtime popular favorite, Ol’ South Pancake House at 1509 S. University Drive, anchors the lower reaches of the west-by-south side and lends a sense of history to the immediate area’s dining opportunities.
University Park Village, too, is rich in variety—a refined shopping district offering popular brands like Anthropologie, Freebird, lululemon, Nike, Pottery Barn, and Williams Sonoma, among casual and fine-dining experiences like Flower Child and Pacific Table. The high-tech wonderland Apple Store anchors it all.
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History commands the westward view of the district from Montgomery Street, and just northward are additional cultural touchstones. Designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art houses a definitive collection of American paintings, photography, and sculpture. The collection spans early 19th-century art to mid-20th century modernism. It is also home to nearly 400 works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. Nearby is the Louis I. Kahn-designed Kimbell Art Museum, still living up to Newsweek’s description as “arguably the most beautiful museum in America,” including its Renzo Piano Pavilion addition. From Caravaggio to Mondrian to Degas to Picasso, the Kimbell’s remarkable permanent collection houses many of history’s finest works, including ancient Sumerian and Egyptian pieces. The neighboring Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is the oldest such museum in Texas—housed in a work-of-art 2002
building designed by world-renowned Japanese architect, Tadao Ando, and featuring bold gallery exhibitions, concert attractions and, every weekend, the latest independent films. The Museum of Science and History, anchoring a campus within the Cultural District, has been designed by similarly renowned architects Ricardo and Victor Legorreta. Inside, one finds vast galleries of Texas-bred dinosaur specimens and the state’s oil-and-gas heritage, in addition to the Cattle Raisers Museum, the Fort Worth Children’s Museum, and the digital Noble Planetarium. The Omni Theater, an IMAX® superscreen dome, links with the Museum of Science and History and will reopen spring 2025 after renovations. Perhaps most arresting is the museum’s 9/11 Tribute Exhibit “N-101,” a fullfaçade panel that supported three floors (101-103) two stories above the center of the impact zone of the North Tower. Nextdoor is the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, honoring women of the American West who lived and worked on ranches, led expeditions, sat before an easel, aimed a rifle and hit the bull’s eye, or sat on the Supreme Court.
When the museum meanderings trigger an appetite for fine dining, two longestablished, museum-based cafés stand ready to serve. The Kimbell Café offers indoor or patio lunch and a light evening menu within one of the most beautiful modern buildings in America. The Friday night “happy hour” features live music and light bites. The Modern Art Museum’s 250-seat Café Modern, with an outdoor terrace, overlooks a serene reflecting pond. The Modern’s full-service kitchen delivers superb cuisine for lunch, Sunday brunch, and scheduled seasonal dinners, all created by Chef Jett Mora.
Neighboring the museum community is the city’s landmark Will Rogers Memorial Center, a versatile 85-acre entertainment complex, with 45 acres housing the Will Rogers Coliseum & Auditorium. Its majestic Pioneer Tower dates from the Texas Centennial Celebration of 1936. Still a dominant feature within the district, the coliseum
holds pride of place as the first domed structure of its kind in the world. The complex also boasts an equestrian center and exhibit halls, home to the annual Fort Worth Stock Show.
Southward off University Drive, visitors can experience the glories of nature at Trinity Park, a pristine oasis bordered by a fork of the placid Trinity River. Here, picnickers, joggers, and strollers can explore wandering pathways or travel on a miniature railroad. Opposite the park, across University Drive, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden beckons. Founded in 1934, it’s a lush 109-acre tapestry of dappled shade and vibrant splashes of color. The Garden is home to thousands of species of native and exotic plants in 21 specialty gardens and is the oldest major botanic garden in the state of Texas.The European-designed Rose Garden features more than 3,400 roses, and the 10,000-square-foot Conservatory houses tropical flowers and foliage from around the world. Adjacent to the Botanic Garden is the Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) whose mission is to “reduce its footprint on the natural world as well as protect
and restore ecosystem services.” BRIT’s building was designed as an example of how much of this can be accomplished.
A short distance southward lies the illustrious Fort Worth Zoo, nationally ranked among the finest. The Zoo is home to thousands of animals, both native and exotic. Viewing facilities and natural habitat exhibits are set up for optimal views of the animals, often separated from their observers by only a river, a waterfall, or a large window. Shaded rest spots and picnic tables are available, with several on-site eateries.
Across from the Zoo, Log Cabin Village offers another view of the city’s rich frontier history boasting seven authentic log homes, dating from the midto-late 1800s. Period-dressed interpreters greet visitors inside each cabin offering a living history of the home and its origin.
The mood to explore might be triggered by art, dining, shopping, or the wonders of nature. Fort Worth’s west side meets all these interests and then some!
Dutch Art in a Global Age: Masterpieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is supported in part by Frost, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and the Fort Worth Tourism Public Improvement District.
KEY DINING
97 WEST KITCHEN & BAR - Hotel Drover’s resident eatery, 97 West Kitchen & Bar, offers “contemporary Texas fare, elevated ranch classics, and reimagined Southern comfort foods” (e.g., sweet tea marinated fried green tomatoes). 97 West Kitchen & Bar also offers an adult beverage selection composed of local spirits and an ever-changing menu of seasonal drinks. Breakfast: Mon.Fri. 7-11 a.m. Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner: 5-10 p.m. daily. 200 Mule Alley Dr. 682-255-6497, 97westkitchenandbar.com.
ÁTICO - On the 6th floor of the SpringHill Suites in Fort Worth’s Historic Stockyards sits Ático, Chef Tim Love’s inviting rooftop eatery and bar with a luxurious feel. The panoramic views of the Stockyards and glimmering lights of downtown are more than enough to keep you coming back trip after trip, but the carefully curated food and drink menu are what sets Ático apart from all the dining options available in the Stockyards. A wide array of Spanish-inspired drink and food options are available to those looking to expand their horizons and take a quick trip to Barcelona. ¡Vamos! Mon.Thurs. 4:30 p.m.-close. Fri.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-close. 2315 N. Main St. 682-255-5112, aticoftworth.com.
B&B BUTCHERS & RESTAURANT - Behind tall glass walls in the Shops at Clearfork sits special occasion-worthy B&B Butchers, the refined meat eater’s delight. Next to the colossal cuts on display you’ll find a robust wine selection, admirable in their chilled cellar in the middle of the restaurant. While all of the steak house standbys are on the menu, and delivered exceptionally, you can also get full caviar service or try something more adventurous, like brisket ravioli. No time to sit and eat? No problem. Fresh cuts of meat are available next door at The Butcher Shop for those who’d rather cook at home. Steak house: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. The Butcher Shop: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. 5212 Marathon Ave. 817-737-5212, bbbutchers.com.
CAFÉ MODERN - Composed of Texas ingredients, Café Modern’s menu blends seasonal foods from local artisans with diverse culinary traditions from around the globe. From sticky ribs to a cucumber and sun dried tomato melt, this cloth napkin restaurant has something for all tastes. While you’re eating, take in Tadao Ando’s iconic architecture from the patio along the serene reflecting pool or inside by the floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Dining is an art form, and Chef Jett Mora is Chief Culinary Curator. Lunch Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Brunch Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cocktails/coffee Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Dinner Fri. 5-8 p.m. Reservations recommended. 3200 Darnell St. 817840-2186, themodern.org/café-modern.
CATTLEMEN’S FORT WORTH STEAK HOUSE
Cattlemen’s charcoal-broiled extensive steak selection has been called “the ultimate in a fine steak.” Steaks can be ordered with a variety of enticing sauces like teriyaki, cognac pepper corn, béarnaise, or Gorgonzola. Steak isn’t only for dinner—it’s for lunch, too! You can get a luncheon steak that includes a baked potato, salad, and their famous homemade rolls. Cattlemen’s offers BBQ ribs, lobster, chicken, pasta, pork chops, and “The Old Texas Standby,” chicken fried steak. Prime rib is served on Friday and Saturday nights. Seafood selections include lobster, jumbo shrimp, crab cakes, halibut,
salmon, tilapia, and catfish. Top off your dinner with a homemade dessert: apple or pecan pie, cobbler, banana pudding, chocolate cake or New York-style cheesecake. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. 12-9 p.m. 2458 N. Main St. 817-624-3945, cattlemenssteakhouse.com.
DON ARTEMIO - Upscale Mexican dining at its finest. Don Artemio takes heritage recipes from northwestern Mexico and makes them with local Fort Worth ingredients and mouth-watering, modern panache. This is the kind of joint you go to for a special occasion, and it’s worth every penny. From their nopalitos fritos (tender fried cactus) to their El Famoso “Chile Hojaldrado” (cream cheese and pecan-stuffed poblano chile wrapped in puff pastry) to their in-house, dry-aged beef, you simply can’t go wrong. From the clay bricks in the walls to the wood tables at which you sit, everything you see in the restaurant is imported from Saltillo, Mexico, too. It’s a love letter to Mexican heritage cuisine and a truly holistic experience... one that shouldn’t be missed. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (brunch) & 3-8 p.m. (dinner). 3268 West 7th St. 817-470-1439, donartemio.us.
ESPARZA’S - If you land at the DFW International Airport hard up for Tex-Mex, first of all, I understand you. Second of all, you’re in luck. Touted as “independently owned, internationally known,” Esparza’s is perched in the same town as the airport: Grapevine. Since 1985, the Restaurante Mexicano has served up delicious fare that includes Tex-Mex classics like enchiladas and tacos, but also innovations like fried avocado stuffed with brisket and an assortment of quesadillas, nachos, fajitas, salads, and desserts. They have a patio strung with lights and call themselves “the margarita capital of Texas.” Enough said. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 124 E. Worth St. Grapevine, TX, 76051. 817-481-4668, esparzastexas.com.
GRACE - Owned by restaurant maven Adam Jones and located downtown, Grace is Fort Worth's answer to American classics done right in a coat-and-tie environment. After CIA and stints in New York City and San Francisco, culinary wunderkind Blaine Staniford brought his hard-won talents home. He's been the Executive Chef at Grace since 2008, and has been highly decorated by publications and food critics for years. Staniford has continued to introduce Fort Worth diners to innovative and inspiring dishes through seasonal menu changes and monthly wine dinners, highlighting a passion for fresh and local ingredients. Grace is reliable yet never boring, and is the quintessential fine dining experience in Fort Worth. Jones and Staniford have created a couple of alter egos, too, also downtown. For similar pomp and atmosphere, 61 Osteria is their Italian brainchild with homemade pasta, sky high ceilings, and a Texas Olive Oil Cake to die for. If you want to ditch the sports coat, head to Little Red Wasp for something more relaxed and just as delicious. Grace: Mon.-Sat. 4-9:30 p.m. Sun. 4-8 p.m. 777 Main St. 817-877-3388, gracefortworth.com.
HONKY TONK KITCHEN - After attending Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Executive Chef Alex Walters spent a decade leading culinary efforts across DFW before joining the team at Billy Bob’s Texas. Serving as the banquet chef and sous chef prior to being offered the Executive Chef position, Alex poured his heart into bringing great food to patrons from all
over the world. The food selections at Billy Bob’s are far greater than the restaurant’s name “Honky Tonk Kitchen” implies. You can order classic choices like a steak or burger, sure, but you can also feast on their “Cowboy Cubano,” “Texas Philly Cheesesteak,” brisket elote, and loaded BBQ tots. After you’re done, you can work some of it off and boot scoot boogie your way across the dance floor. Mon. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues.Thurs. 11 a.m.-close. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & 6 p.m.close. Sun. 12-6 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/about/honky-tonk-kitchen.
JOE T. GARCIA’S - When Mr. and Mrs. Joe T. Garcia first opened in their home to diners in 1935 there were 16 seats. Eventually, the famed Tex-Mex outpost has poured out onto their famous, twinkle-lit patio and now seats up to 1,000. It continues to be family-run to this day, and the original recipes are still in use. Eighty-nine years later, the fare and ambiance keeps people coming back in droves. While the lunch menu features things like chimichangas, tamales, soups, and salads, the dinner menu is succinct: sizzling fajitas or enchiladas. The portions are generous which is good, because the tequila to margarita ratio is generous, too. Great for casual nights and special occasions alike. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 2201 N. Commerce St. 817-626-4356, joetgarcias.com.
THE KIMBELL CAFÉ - Located in the Louis I. Kahn Building, The Kimbell Café offers in-house dining that features a weekly rotation of soups, salads, and quiche prepared by Chef Peter Kreidler. The Café menu also includes afternoon tea and boxed lunches, and there’s a happy hour with live music from the Allegro Guitar Society every Friday. The Kimbell Café is delicious, simple, and refined without pretension—in other words, a dining W. Lunch: Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Fri. & Sun. 12-2 p.m. Boxed lunches, beverages, desserts, and afternoon tea: Tues.-Sun. 2-4 p.m. Happy hour: Fri. 5-7 p.m. Closed Mon. Reservations required for tea service. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817332-8451 ext. 721, kimbellart.org/visit/dine.
LOS VAQUEROS - The incredible Cisnero TexMex family recipes of Los Vaqueros have fed this guerita since I was knee high to a grasshopper, long before I was old enough to have one of their incredible margaritas. Whenever I think about Los Vaqueros, I smell the sizzling fajitas sailing past, see the never-too-busy-for-you staff smiling in greeting, and taste the perfect queso/chip ratio. Located in an old Stockyards warehouse, the restaurant manages to be both cozy and cavernous, and is 100% authentically western. Los Vaqueros accommodates events (like my dad’s 50th birthday party!) as easily as they do a cozy lunch for two. Sun. & Tues.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Closed Mon. 2513 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-1511, losvaqueros.com.
PRESS CAFE - Press Cafe’s extensive menu includes notables like their crispy chicken sandwich, beurre blanc salmon, stuffed French toast, and filet Benedict. All of their burgers are made in-house, including the veggie patties. Hark! At Press, vegetarians aren’t resigned to sad, freezer-burned black bean burgers. There’s also a great children’s menu, and lots of grassy, open spaces for them to run around on post-meal. Press is right on the Trinity, so when your day calls for some good, old fashioned contemplation while sipping a refreshing beverage and staring at a body of water, this is your place. Sun.-Tues. 7 a.m.9 p.m. Wed.-Sat. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Happy hour: Mon.Thurs. 3-5:30 p.m. 4801 Edwards Ranch Rd. #105. 817-570-6002, presscafeftworth.com.
PROVENDER HALL - Ugh, don’t you love it when a bunch of hot millennial chefs operate an atmospheric, American West restaurant and feed you skillet corn
bread with whipped honey butter and slow smoked beef rib “for two,” that you secretly try to eat for one?
Chef Marcus Paslay of Clay Pigeon and Piatello Italian Kitchen fame is at it again, this time in the Stockyards’ Mule Alley. The outpost specializes in meats either smoked or cooked over their wood-burning grill, accompanied by an array of southern classics like their pimento cheese, Hoppin’ John, and cheddar cheese grits. Given their location, of course they have a quality Moscow Mule on hand, too. Tues. 5-9 p.m. Wed.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Closed Mon. Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 122 E. Exchange Ave. #110. 817-782-9170, provenderhall.com.
REATA RESTAURANT - Reata (español for rope) is a Fort Worth staple that offers a menu that ranges from steaks to Creole dishes to southern standbys like their West Texas pecan pie. Reata’s signature jalapeño and cilantro soup is a great place to start, and could be followed by something like their fabulous, pan-seared pepper-crusted tenderloin with port wine sauce, served with sides like bourbon creamed corn and bacon-wrapped asparagus. Reata has a carefully selected wine list that complements its Texas cuisine and delicious cocktails like their Clearfork cherry vodka limeade. Some trivia for film buffs: Reata is the name of the ranch in the 1956 movie Giant. Located downtown, Reata is classic. Lunch: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily. Dinner: Sun.-Thurs. 5-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 530 Throckmorton St. 817-336-1009, reata.net.
THE ROSE GARDEN TEA ROOM - With an assortment of soups, salads, fruit, and sandwiches, The Rose Garden Tea Room is a delicate blend of English tradition and old southern charm. Their popular “Rose Garden Variety” entrée is a sampler of chicken salad, fresh fruit, quiche, soup, and a pumpkin bread sandwich, and all dishes include the tea room’s famous “toasties” for the table. They also offer a three-course high tea. Cheers, darling. Fort Worth (located inside the Mercantile): Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. 12-3 p.m. Closed Mon. 7200 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-731-7673; Arlington (located inside Gracie Lane): Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. 4720 S. Cooper St. 817795-3093, therosegardentearoom.com.
SECOND RODEO BREWING - Alright, alright, alright (McConaughey voice), Second Rodeo Brewing’s unapologetic Texan style has descended upon the Fort Worth Stockyards. Inspired by Waylon, Willie, and the boys, there are three free live music sets every single day in this laid back restaurant and outdoor bar garden. The fare is no frills: Chicken N’ Waffle wings, cheesesteak, and loaded nachos can accompany your pint! Second Rodeo’s crown jewel is their on-site brewery led by Dennis Wehrmann, a fifth generation brewer. Come as you are to Second Rodeo for a true blue Texan experience and zero pretension. BYO dog! Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 a.m. 122 E. Exchange Ave. #340. 817-240-4959, secondrodeobrewing.com.
SHAKE SHACK - Let’s just say this—people love Shake Shack so much they get tattoos of the logo and cater their weddings with it. It’s simple, really: burgers, hot dogs, fries, and shakes... and one fabulous Muenster and cheddar cheese-stuffed Portobelo burger for vegetarian friends. As if serving their Texas special Cold Shot Concrete made of vanilla custard, chocolate custard, malt, salted caramel, dark brown sugar, and chocolate toffee isn’t enough, Fort Worth’s Shack is also partnered with Alliance for Children, a nonprofit that protects Tarrant County children from child abuse. Sugar coma and philanthropy? Ideal. Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 122 E. Exchange Ave. #160. 817-885-5420, shakeshack.com/location/stockyards-tx.
KEY THINGS TO DO
AMON CARTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART
Located in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art explores the breadth and complexity of American creativity through an important and dynamic art collection. The Carter opened in 1961 to benefit its community by sharing the wonder of American art, fostering the growth of a vibrant cultural spirit, and stimulating everyone’s artistic imagination. Housed in a building designed by Philip Johnson (1906-2005), the Carter features one of the great collections of American art including masterworks of painting, sculpture, and works on paper by artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jacob Lawrence, John Singer Sargent, Frederic Church, and Alexander Calder. The Carter is also home to a world-renowned photography collection that spans the history of the medium from the 19th century to today. It is also home to Amon G. Carter’s collection of nearly 400 works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, two of the most significant artists of the American West. Tues.Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, cartermuseum.org.
THE COWBOY CHANNEL - The Cowboy Channel is the first 24-hour television network totally dedicated to western sports and the western lifestyle, and is in 42 million homes on cable/satellite systems and online via The Cowboy Channel+ app. The Justin Studio at the Cowboy Channel broadcasts live daily shows—get behind-the-scenes experience during your trip to the Fort Worth Stockyards with a tour of the Cowboy Channel’s state-of-the-art, 368seat broadcast television theater studio. 130 E. Exchange Ave. To book: tours@thecowboychannel. com, 402-289-2085, thecowboychannel.com.
FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN - Fort Worth
Botanic Garden was established in 1934 and is the oldest major botanic garden in Texas, containing more than 2,500 species of plants. Long celebrated for its beautiful rose, perennial, and Japanese gardens, FWBG is composed of 23 specialty gardens, including a tropical conservatory, a forest boardwalk, and a water conservation garden. Rock Springs Café offers delicious bistro-style food and drinks to enjoy inside the café, on the covered patio, or to go. Main gardens: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily during fall/winter; hours extended during spring/summer. Last admission sold one hour before closing. Rock Springs Café: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 65+ $10, 16-64 $12, 6-15 $6, under six free. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-392-5510, fwbg.org.
THE FORT WORTH HERD-TEXAS LONGHORNS
Daily cattle drives through the Stockyards National Historic District recall Fort Worth of the late 1800s. Cowhands dressed in 19th century ranch garb drive 17 Texas longhorn steers down E. Exchange Ave. twice a day, weather permitting. The best viewing areas for the drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building or around the RFD-TV/Cowboy Channel HQ across the street. Pro tip: There are some rocking chairs on the shaded porch of the RFDTV building that tend to go unnoticed/unused. Enjoy them! 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. daily, except major holidays. Free. 817-336-4373, fortworthherd.com.
FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY provides hands-on learning experiences for all ages. Discover the cosmos in the Noble
Planetarium, unearth ancient fossils in DinoDig, and explore the new Galaxy Park Playground. The Children’s Museum has long been a destination for the community’s youngest explorers, and the Cattle Raisers Museum is on site, too, dedicated to the rich history of the livestock industry. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 65+ $14, 12-64 $16, 3-11 $12, under three free. 1600 Gendy St. 817-255-9300, fwmuseum.org.
FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT - Between 1866-1890, drovers trailed more than four million head of cattle through Fort Worth, and the city soon became known as “Cowtown.” Stockyards Station was the rail hub, Cowtown Coliseum became the first ever indoor rodeo, and the Livestock Exchange building saw so much business action it was known as “The Wall Street of the West.” In 1917, at the height of World War I, the Fort Worth Stockyards was the largest horse and mule market in the world. While the original wooden barns burned down in 1911, they were replaced with sturdier concrete and steel buildings that still stand today, including Mule Alley. While they’re no longer being auctioned, you can still see the cattle drive down the middle of E. Exchange Ave. every day at 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. With 50+ restaurants and bars, 40+ shops, and 20+ must-see attractions, there’s an abundance of things to do, see, enjoy, and explore in the Stockyards, all steeped in its rich history. When it comes to Fort Worth, it’s an absolute can’t-miss. Along Exchange Ave. and surrounding areas. fortworthstockyards.com.
FORT WORTH WATER GARDENS - Built in 1974, Philip Johnson and John Burgee’s design for the Fort Worth Water Gardens was to be a “cooling oasis in the concrete jungle.” The main elements of the design are three pools of water: the meditation pool, the aerating pool, and the active pool, where water runs over layers of rocks and steps to a small pool 38 feet below. Special lighting at night makes the Water Gardens especially beautiful. Fun facts: The site was used as the backdrop for scenes in the 1976 film Logan’s Run, and in Kendrick Lamar’s “N95” music video in 2022. 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. 1502 Commerce St. Information and reservations: bit.ly/49F649j.
FORT WORTH ZOO - Ranked the No. 1 zoo in North America by USA Today, when you take a trip to the Fort Worth Zoo you’ll see animals from around the world that all seem at home in their lush, natural habitats. In many settings, visitors are only separated from the animals by a river or waterfall, and are often face-to-face with them through large viewing windows! Home to more than 7,000 animals, the zoo is in the midst of a four-phase, $130-million master plan. The first phase, African Savanna, opened in 2018, Elephant Springs in 2021, and Predators of Asia & Africa in 2023. Visitors can also explore Texas Wild!, a complex featuring six regions of the state. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 365 days a year. Ages 65+ & 3-12 $14, 13-64 $18, under three free. Parking $5/vehicle. Half-price tickets on Wed. 1989 Colonial Pkwy. 817-759-7500, fortworthzoo.org.
JOHN WAYNE: AN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE
Fort Worth was deemed the perfect place to honor John Wayne’s iconic marriage of rugged western sensibility to the glamour of the silver screen. Ten thousand square feet of exhibition space lead you
through the Duke’s robust life from childhood on. Of course, his iconic movie career is highlighted with costume and prop features you don’t want to miss seeing in person, but lesser known aspects of John Wayne are highlighted, too. Did you know he was a Grammy-nominated poet? Hear recitations in his own voice alongside never-before-seen correspondence and photos, all curated by the Wayne family to ensure a comprehensive portrait of their fabled relative. Part of the experience is the colossal offering of limited-edition merchandise and a lounge that features Duke Bourbon, among other drinks. Cheers! 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Ages 16+ $23, 6-15 $18, under six free. Ages 65+, military & students $21. 2501 Rodeo Plz. 682-224-0956, johnwayneae.com.
KIMBELL ART MUSEUM - One of the outstanding art museums in the United States, the Kimbell is housed in an award-winning building: the last completed work under personal supervision of architect Louis I. Kahn. From Caravaggio to Mondrian to Degas to Picasso, the Kimbell’s remarkable permanent collection houses many of history’s finest works, including ancient Sumerian and Egyptian pieces. In addition, the museum offers a full program of changing exhibitions, lectures, concerts, films, workshops, children’s programming, and tours. Also on site are a bookstore and The Kimbell Café, where there’s a happy hour with live music Friday evenings. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 12-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Admission to permanent collection is always free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
LOG CABIN VILLAGE - Set on 2.5 acres in historic Forest Park, Log Cabin Village consists of seven log homes dating back to the mid-1800s. Pioneer history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts, a blacksmith shop, a one-room schoolhouse, a water powered gristmill, and an herb garden. See historical interpreters demonstrate various pioneer chores such as candle making, spinning, and weaving. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. & Mon. Ages 18-59 $7, 4-17 & 60+ $6, under four free. Last admission sold one hour before closing to ensure adequate time in Village. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. 817-392-5881, logcabinvillage.org.
MODERN ART MUSEUM OF FORT WORTH
Designed by the world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, the Modern maintains one of the foremost collections of postwar art in the central United States, consisting of more than 3,000 significant works of modern and contemporary international art, including pieces by Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Richard Serra, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol. Visitors to the museum can also enjoy lunch in Café Modern’s elliptical dining room set on the reflecting pond, or shop for unique gifts at The Modern Shop. Educational programming and the museum’s film series, Magnolia at the Modern, take place in the museum’s state-of-theart auditorium. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.10 a.m.-8 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 18-59 $16, 60+, active/retired military personnel, and first responders with ID $12, students with ID, $10, under 18 free. Free on Fri. Half-price on Sun. Access to the Grand Lobby, Café Modern, and The Modern Shop is always free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
NATIONAL MULTICULTURAL WESTERN
HERITAGE MUSEUM - Through artifacts, artwork, historical records, and current events, the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum offers a more comprehensive perspective and a richer cultural view of the people and activities that contributed to the building of the historical American West.
The mission of the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum is to offer the visitor complete coverage of this historical process. Since its founding in 2001 by Jim and Gloria Austin, the museum has been committed to its vision of giving recognition to the outstanding pioneers who played roles in settling the early American Western frontier. The museum’s Hall of Fame acknowledges individuals who have contributed to Western culture and traditions that continue to play a part in keeping this important piece of American history alive. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 19-64 $15, 65+, 4-18 & military $12, under four free. Group rates available. 2201 Dottie Lynn Pkwy. #115. 817-534-8801, gaustin@cowboysofcolor.org, cowboysofcolor.org.
NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME - Women of the American West are honored here, and it’s not only those who have lived and worked on ranches or rode horses in rodeo arenas. Women who have led expeditions, performed on stage, sat at an easel, stood before a classroom, put pen to paper, aimed a rifle and hit the bullseye, and sat on the Supreme Court are all celebrated for their spirit and determination at the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame. With more than 5,000 artifacts, information on over 400 women, and an award-winning gift shop you don’t want to miss, the museum is located in Fort Worth’s Cultural District next to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. The Cowgirl Museum’s motto is “The women who shape the west… change the world.” Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 13-64 $12, 4-12 $6, 65+ & military with ID $9, under four free. Cowgirl Family Special: two adults and up to four children ages 4-12, $36. 1720 Gendy St. 817-336-4475, cowgirl.net.
STOCKYARDS MUSEUM - Located in the historic Livestock Exchange building, the Stockyards Museum features photographs, artifacts, and more that document cattlemen and the livestock industry. Learn about the meat packing plants that anchored the area at the turn of the 20th century, Native American connections, and the Chisolm Trail. Highlights: A Native American exhibit featuring artifacts from several tribes, with special emphasis on Comanche Chief Quannah Parker; an electric light bulb first turned on in 1908 at the Palace Theater in Fort Worth that’s still burning at the museum; the “bad luck wedding dress,” made in 1886, that brought misery or disaster to everyone who wore it or planned to. The museum is sponsored by The North Fort Worth Historical Society. Mon. & Wed.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Tues. Ages 13+ $2, under 13 free. 131 E. Exchange Ave. 817-625-5082, stockyardsmuseum.org.
THE TEXAS COWBOY HALL OF FAME - Housed in the historic Exhibits Building in the Stockyards, the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame honors 140+ cowpokes who have excelled in and out of the rodeo arena. Honoring all areas of western heritage, the Hall of Fame is home to world champion rodeo stars, ranchers, western entertainers, business people, and more! From Tuff Hedeman to George Strait to Billy and Pam Minick, display booths for each honoree contain memorabilia and mementos from their careers and accomplishments. There are a lot of exciting growth on the horizon; be sure to ask about future TCHOF plans during your visit! The museum is fully accessible and wheelchairs are available for use.. Reservations recommended. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 5+ $5, veterans and children under five free. Last admission sold 30 min. before closing. 2515 Rodeo Plz. 817-626-7131, tchof.com.
KEY SHOPPING
CAMP BOWIE
DISTRICT - The 30+ blocks of Camp Bowie Boulevard are rich with history... and incredible places to shop. If you like clothes, cute gifts, antiques, and quality vintage, you’ve found the mother lode. With cool names like You Are Here, Keeping Up with the Joneses, and Prippie (a portmanteau of “preppy” and “hippie”), there are innumerable clothing boutiques dotting the brick road. Hale House was founded by Fort Worth local Bekah Hale Pollock, whose adorable personal style informs the merchandising in an inimitable way. If you err toward Americana, Chieffalo has vintage Western hats, home goods, and made-inAmerica clothes At Studio 74 Vintage I've found Ungaro and Mugler blazers, 70s band shirts, and my personal favorite: a mid-century tank top/ bloomer set in a Humpty Dumpty print fabric. Owner Laura Simmons has a well-curated compilation of mens- and womenswear that's both stylistically applicable to present day and reasonably priced, a combination rarer than, well, the taxidermied armadillo purse I saw in-store. You could peruse for hours at P.S. The Letter, a two-story luxury gift and home goods store. More favorites include Archie’s Gardenland, run by probably the nicest horticulture-savvy people you’ll ever meet, and Carter Bowden Antiques, an ever-changing ocean of one-of-a-kind pieces. The Mercantile is an antique mall that features 200+ vendors with everything from baby gifts to paintings to retro place settings. You’ll find what you’re looking for... and things you had no idea you absolutely must have. campbowiedistrict.com.
DOWNTOWN & SUNDANCE SQUARE -
Sundance Square sits in the middle of Downtown Fort Worth, and there are an array of unique retailers on hand. Haltom’s, a Fort Worth family jeweler since 1893, is the perfect place to find a special piece to add to your collection. They have two more locations, on Camp Bowie Blvd. (section above) and in Grapevine. Barber's Bookstore houses 50,000 old and rare books, and its façade in the 100+ year old building "looks mysterious at all hours." This family-run business has titles you can't find anywhere else... and a ghost. Bonus! Urban Plantology has something for every green (or black!) thumb, and The Virgin Olive Oiler is a must-visit for the culinary guru. Peters Brothers Hats has been in business for 110+ years and is on their fifth generation of family running the show. They made custom hats for Amon Carter (founder of this very magazine in 1936), and it doesn't get more Fort Worth than that. Another family-owned and operated gem is The Origami Dog, offering luxury pet products and gentle grooming. Colleción Mexicana features hand-crafted, artisanal goods from all regions of Provincial Mexico. Union Station is Black-owned, hosts weekly open mic poetry nights, and sells an array of vinyl, streetwear, and art. HerStory features trunk shows and popups from their network of 200+ brands and 300K woman artisans who design and manufacture one of a kind luxury goods. bit.ly/49ZEioa.
MULE ALLEY is a concourse composed of barns that have been standing for over a hundred years, now gutted to outfit shops and restaurants aplenty. The fairy light-draped street dead ends into Hotel
Drover, inside the lobby of which are two shops: Wide Brim by Flea Style, where Western sensibility meets coastal relaxation, and Lucchese Custom Collection at Hotel Drover, the only bespoke Lucchese boutique of its kind. For more options, a more robust storefront of Lucchese Bootmaker can be found along the Alley. It all started when Lucchese brothers Salvatore and Joseph emigrated from Italy to Texas, bringing their father’s cobbler legacy with them. Party trick: It’s pronounced lookay-see. The founders of Kimes Ranch have created a more thoughtful jean with details like a special pocket for a knife, flattering pocket placement, and womenswear with high enough rise to cover up while riding but not so high as to sacrifice style. Don't you love it when things are sartorially pleasing and utilitarian? Yeehaw! King Ranch Saddle Shop was established during the Reconstruction Era when, struggling to get back on its feet post-war, craftsmen were brought in-house to create saddles. Today, all leather goods are branded with their iconic “W.” At PH Barn Door you’ll find the American Paint Horse Association’s official store featuring clothes, accessories, and some home goods, all as unique as the Paint Horse itself. Proper Supply Co.'s crown jewel is Stetson, but they also carry silversmith-crafted jewelry, belt buckles, and boots. Many, many boots. At Tucker Brown, you can find trendy clothes, jewelry, stationery, and Fort Worthspecific gifts like glasses and pillows that feature maps of the city. Dolly Parton famously pleaded, “Why’d you come in here lookin’ like that, with your cowboy boots and your painted on jeans, all decked out like a cowgirl’s dream?” I think you and I both know she was talking about Wrangler. While ubiquitous in the world of denim, a store as fabulous as the one in Mule Alley isn’t as common—there are only three like it in the country! Now, go get some iconic jeans and break some hearts. 122-128 E. Exchange Ave. fortworthstockyards.org/shop.
NEAR
SOUTHSIDE - Near Southside is near… cool people. Truly. SiNaCa Studios is both a glass-blowing school and shoppable gallery. At Leaves Book & Tea Shop you can patronize an indie book store while enjoying a homemade blondie or chai latte (none of that boxed chai baloney), and if you’re a wax aficionado, you can get lost flipping through treasures at Panther City Vinyl Kendall Davis Clay features local handmade ceramics and paintings for purchase. If you’re in the market for something luxurious, Megan Thorne Fine Jewels is home to small batch fine jewelry created start to finish in the Fort Worth studio, and obscure, niche fragrances for purchase. Instead of smelling like Le Labo or Baccarat 540 like everyone else, you can find something special just for you. If you have a green thumb, or a woefully black thumb you’re looking to rehabilitate, Ephemera Plant Shop offers make-your-own-terrarium classes, house plants aplenty, and comics with a special focus on small press, indie, and self-published offerings. With sweatshirts, hats, stickers, mugs, candles, and more, Fort Worth Locals is merch for the proud native or enthusiastic visitor. At The Worthy Co., a nonprofit, shoppers can find beautiful gifts, jewelry, and home wares, and 100% of the proceeds go to employing and empowering survivors of trafficking. Winton and Waits is another
cause-driven boutique that offers luxury bath products, accessories, home goods, jewelry, and make-and-take classes. They’re entirely womanowned and operated, and have a global collection that partners with female artisans in India who make everything by hand. Another ethically-oriented business is LAUDE the Label, a womenswear clothier that prioritizes environmental consciousness, women-centered impact, fair wages, safe and meaningful work environments, and heirloom quality. In terms of aesthetics, it could best be ascribed to The Row or Phoebe Philo-era Chloe, at a fraction of the price. Are you sensing a vibe? If you’re looking for ethical shopping with a hint of irreverent luxury, this area is for you. nearsouthsidefw.org/southside-guide.
THE SHOPS AT CLEARFORK - Nothing says “Texas” quite like a shopping center anchored by DFW’s darling, Neiman Marcus. If you’re looking for high-end retail, The Shops at Clearfork Ranch are where you’ll find Burberry, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Pandora, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., and Tory Burch Bachendorf’s offers fine jewelry that's been curated or designed by members of the Dallas-based Bock family for generations. Alara the Label, founded by a local mother/daughter duo, offers artisanal handbags, apparel, home goods, and more, informed by their Mediterranean roots and Texan upbringing. You can also find outposts for national labels like alo, Apricot Lane, Francesca’s , Johnny Was , Intimissimi , Sunglass Hut, Tommy Bahama, and Tumi, along with local boutiques like Bette’s, Collins & Conley, Evereve, and Monkee’s of Fort Worth. There’s a strong focus on home goods and furniture at Clearfork, too, with stores like Arhaus, Ballard Designs, Into the Garden, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Natuzzi Italia, Sugarboo & Co., Wrare, Wright at Home, and more. bit.ly/3UXFP7l.
THE STOCKYARDS storefronts, including those in Stockyards Station, have a more old school vibe than in Mule Alley. Find sturdy, beautiful boots at Old Gringo Boots or M.L. Leddy’s Boots and Saddlery, and beloved hats at the aptly named Best Hat Store Snap up a souvenir at Beef Jerky Experience, Destination Fort Worth, or Texas Jake’s Trading Company If you’re looking for boots, hats, and souvenirs, Fincher’s White Front Western Wear is a Stockyards staple smack-dab in the middle of E. Exchange, and they have you covered. Pro tip: Those curious about the process can go in and watch cowboy hats get steamed right in front of you. Maverick Fine Western Wear features apparel, boots, gifts, and more, and often has trunk shows for jewelers. You can get laced up with elegant equine necessities at KO Trading, and flip through old and new presses alike at Chief Records. While they have all kinds of genres, this is where you’ll find the good stuff: old school country vinyl. From books to bourbon, John Wayne Stock & Supply Flagship Store features a careful curation of goods the Duke would approve of. At family-run Texas Gold Minors, small cowpokes can be outfitted in the cutest clothes, boots, and accessories—ask for Judy and tell her Fort Worth Key sent you! If you’re in the market for luxury Western furniture and home goods, you can find an impeccable selection of pieces, often composed of handmade materials, at Rios Interiors. If it’s antiques you’re after, visit Cross-Eyed Moose. Did I mention open containers are permitted in the Stockyards? Enjoy. fortworthstockyards.org/shop.
UNIVERSITY
PARK VILLAGE is home to several reliable classics like Anthropologie , Chico’s, Gap, Levi’s, lululemon, Nike, Pottery Barn, Sephora, and Williams Sonoma. If you’re on the hunt for something a little less mainstream, Altar’d State offers on-trend womenswear, and Freebird is home to incredibly made footwear, especially boots, and the sweetest sales team in Fort Worth. Next door is Gorjana, a beautiful collection of solid gold and gold-plated jewelry featuring diamonds, opals, sapphires, and more. There’s a lot to see, do, and eat at University Park Village, and its sleek façade and retail offerings make the wait list at the Apple store a little more bearable. What do you mean it’s $150 for you to turn my phone off and on again? I’d much rather spend that at Kendra Scott. 1612 S. University Dr. bit.ly/3yKMbiT.
WEST 7TH & THE FOUNDRY DISTRICT
From the historic Montgomery Plaza to Artisan Circle, there’s a lot happening along West 7th Street. The Kicks Source features impossible-tofind streetwear and collabs, from standards like Nike and Supreme to deeper cuts like Cactus Jack, Fear of God, and Hellstar. Vagabond Vintage has one-of-a-kind clothing for all at reasonable price points, and, clocking in at over 10,000 square feet, Doc's Records & Vintage is a wonderland for any audiophile. For the book-minded, Monkey & Dog Books carries titles for all ages but has an especially impressive collection of children's books. The award-winning Thrive Apothecary was co-founded by Dr. Lisa Gardner, a board-certified, nationally recognized surgeon, and her husband Trey Phillips, a retired Sergeant and SWAT Team Leader with the Fort Worth PD (holy power couple!), and serves people seeking a healthy, holistic lifestyle with doctor-approved cannabis in an array of vetted formats. A second store can be found in Near Southside. At Esther Penn, you'll find on-trend clothes touched by a sunny LA style. To put the cherry on top of a beautiful day, visit The Flower Market on 7th for a true-blue, European cash-andcarry floral situation. foundryfw.com/directory.
WESTBEND is parked next to the Trinity River and filled with great food and, of course, some shopping. Licensed nurses specialize in ear piercing at Rowan, self described as a "fun, celebratory, and safe piercing experience for everyone." Market by Macy's is simply a tighter curation in a smaller format than their larger department stores, and Johnnie-O is menswear that marries sophisticated style with beachy aplomb. Tyler’s has great athletic wear, and Blue Mercury has the best skincare. I’m a poet, I didn’t know it, Warby Parker has designer glasses, revolutionarily priced for the masses. 1701 River Run. westbendfw.com/directory.
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WHERE THE HOLIDAYS FEEL LIKE HOME
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SPRINGHILL SUITES
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calendar of events
Dates/prices are subject to change. Please confirm information with the attraction or sponsoring organization. For more events, visit fortworthkey.org/events.
Dec. 1, 7-8, 14-15 & 21-23 ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Molly is having trouble finding her Christmas spirit. Determined to make it a Christmas to remember, Molly’s mother takes her on a magical treasure hunt through New York City from Radio City Music Hall to Macy’s, where they encounter dancing elves and even Santa Claus himself! Featuring holiday parodies of today’s most popular songs, this yuletide spectacular is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Suitable for all audiences. 90 min. with intermission. Showtimes vary. Sensory friendly performance Dec. 8 @ 11 a.m. $19-$49. Casa Mañana: 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-332-2272, casamanana.org.
Dec. 3 Pictures and Pages/Fotos y Libros: Legendary Heroes. Join the Kimbell for duallanguage story times designed for children ages 4–6 and their adult partners. Space is limited; maximum two children per adult. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Kimbell Art Museum: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Dec. 3 106.1 KISS FM'S Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One. This year’s lineup includes Kane Brown, Meghan Trainor, Jason Derulo, Madison Beer, Saweetie, Shaboozey, and more. 7:30 p.m. $33+. Dickies Arena: 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9000, dickiesarena.com.
Dec. 3-8, 10-15 & 17-22 Christmas with Kenny & Dolly celebrates the pair’s 1984 quadruple-platinum Christmas album with Fort Worth’s own Jolie Holliday. A night of jolly duets will get you in the spirit of the season with country music charm, including songs like “Once Upon a Christmas,” “I Believe in Santa Claus,” “Silent Night,” and more. Suitable for most audiences. 105 min. with intermission. Showtimes vary. $85. The Reid Cabaret Theatre @ Casa Mañana: 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-332-2272, casamanana.org.
Dec. 4 & 7 National Theatre Live | Nye Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state. Written by Tim Price and directed by Rufus Norris (Small Island), this epic new Welsh fantasia will be filmed live
at the National Theatre in London. 160 minutes. Dec. 4: 2 p.m. Dec. 7: 1 p.m. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Dec. 4, 11 & 18 Gentle Yoga: December. Move, stretch, and awaken your mind and body in this recurring, all-level yoga class. BYO mat and any props you wish to use. Registration includes Garden admission for the day. 9-10 a.m. For series: members $30, nonmembers $35. Fort Worth Botanic Garden: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-392-5510, fwbg.org.
Dec. 5 Los Lonely Boys. Doors 6 p.m. Todd Stewart Band 8 p.m. Headliner 9 p.m. $20$35. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 5 Movies That Matter: The Wisdom of Trauma (2021). When a child can’t read, their chances of incarceration, homelessness, and unemployment increase. That’s why Oaklandbased NAACP activist Kareem Weaver believes literacy is one of the greatest civil rights issues of our time and is fighting for better reading instruction. “What good is winning the right to vote if we can’t even read the ballot?” Fed up with the bleak reading scores in his own community, Kareem files a petition with the Oakland Unified School District demanding change. NR; 87 minutes. 7 p.m. Free. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Dec. 6 Sammy Kershaw. Doors 6 p.m. Todd Stewart Band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20$35. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 6-8 Magnolia at the Modern | My Name is Alfred Hitchcock. A century after the debut of Alfred Hitchcock's first feature, he remains one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema. Mark Cousins, the award-winning filmmaker, rewatches Hitchcock’s films and takes viewers on an odyssey through Hitchcock’s vast career in playful and revealing ways. NR; 120 minutes Dec. 6: 3:45 p.m., 6 p.m. & 8:15 p.m. Dec. 7: 5 p.m. Dec. 8: 11:45 a.m., 2 p.m. & 4:15 p.m.
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Dec. 6-8 Ballet Frontier Presents The Nutcracker. With its cast of professional dancers, talented young students, dazzling costumes, and worldclass choreography, the stage is set for an unforgettable holiday experience for all ages. Dec. 6: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8: 2 p.m. $55-$65. I.M. Terrell Auditorium: 1900 I M Terrell Wy. 817-852-6887, balletfrontier.org.
Dec. 6-7 & 13-14 2024 Ultimate Bullfighting World Finals. Held at the historic Cowtown Coliseum, the 2024 UBF World Champion will be crowned and $125,000 will be awarded to 24 of the world’s best freestyle bullfighters. 7:30 p.m. $15-$60. 121 E. Exchange Ave. Box Office: 817-625-1025 ext. 303, cowtowncoliseum.com.
Dec. 6-7, 13-15 & 19-22 Stolen Shakespeare Guild: Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley. Inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, the youngest Darcy and Bennet sisters have become fast friends in this holiday romance. Showtimes vary. $19$28. Sanders Theatre @ Arts Fort Worth: 1300 Gendy St. stolenshakespeareguild.org.
Dec. 7 Christmas in the Stockyards. Kick off your holiday season with a full schedule of fun! Enjoy photos with Cowboy Santa and Mrs. Claus, storytime in Santa’s Holiday Barn, gliding around the magical Rodeo Rink, two rodeos, two cattle drives, a festive Christmas parade (4 p.m.), Grapevine Vintage Railroad's “Trinity River Christmas Train,” Old West comedy gunfight shows, Chuckwagon cowboy poetry readings, armadillo races, cow milking contests, roll-o-ropers, face painting, and more. For more information, turn to page 4. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Attendance free; some activities paid. Along E. Exchange Ave. 817-625-9715, info@stockyardsheritage. com, fortworthstockyards.com.
Dec. 7 Dr. Pepper Big 12 Football Championship. Watch the two best Big 12 teams compete for the Conference title in the Championship Game at AT&T Stadium. $98+. 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011, 817892-4000, attstadium.com.
Dec. 7 Randy Rogers Band. Doors 6 p.m. Todd Stewart Band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$75. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 7, 14 & 21 Holiday Carriage Rides & Festive Photos with Santa. Celebrate the season at The Crescent Hotel with magical carriage rides and photos with Santa! Enjoy a charming ride through the cultural district to take in the holiday lights, or simply snap a keepsake photo with Santa. Make an evening with dinner at Emilia’s or unwind with a holiday cocktail in The Circle Bar. 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-6611788, thecrescenthotelfortworth.com.
Dec. 11 & 18 Travels with My Aunt (1972), and Evil Under the Sun (1982) will be screened on the listed dates, respectively. This December, the Modern spotlights the remarkable Dame Maggie Smith! Prepare to be enchanted by her captivating performances in two cinematic gems filled with adventure and intrigue. 2 p.m. Members free, nonmembers $5. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Dec. 12 Second Thursdays at the Carter: Jazz & Jingles. Each month you’ll find something different than the last—mingle with fellow art lovers, make art, and meet visiting artists, sometimes with live music and always with themed cocktails inspired by the Carter’s collection. This month, we’re celebrating the holiday season with a night of smooth sounds and Stuart Davis. 5-8 p.m. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, cartermuseum.org/events.
Dec. 13-15 Jurassic Quest. There’s no better place to make pter-iffic memories playing with adorable baby dinos, excavating fossils, or even training a raptor while being surrounded by behemoths like sky-scraping Spinosaurus and T-Rex. Jurassic Quest is the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. Dec. 13: 12-6 p.m. Dec. 14: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 15: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $27-$43. Simmons Bank Pavilion at Dickies Arena: 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9000, dickiesarena.com.
Dec. 13-15, 19-24 & 26-29 Texas Ballet Theater Presents The Nutcracker. Since its first performance in 1892, Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker has evoked the wonder and joy of the holiday season. Beginning one hour before matinee shows, children and families are invited to visit “Kingdom of Sweets,” an area to meet and take a photo with a real ballerina, write a letter to the dancers, see costumes up close, and learn about ballet training. 120 minutes with intermission. Showtimes vary. $30$165. Bass Performance Hall: 525 Commerce St. 817-212-4280, basshall.com.
Dec. 14 Pecos and the Rooftops. Pit show. Doors 6 p.m. Southern Chrome 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$40. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 14 Second Saturdays | Dutch Golden Age Second Saturdays: The Art of Still Lifes. Special presentations by local creatives ex-
plore themes inspired by the special exhibition Dutch Art in a Global Age: Masterpieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Free. 2-3 p.m. Kimbell Art Museum: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Dec. 14 & 21 Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio: Breaking News. This free program introduces children ages 12 and younger and their adult companions to fun ways to enjoy art through gallery explorations and related studio-art projects. 1-1:45 p.m. Free. Kimbell Art Museum: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Dec. 14 & 28 Guided Tour: Celebrating Black Artists. Join a Carter docent and explore the work of six Black artists in the collection from the 19th century to today. 3-4 p.m. Free; reservations recommended. Amon Carter Museum of American Art: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, www.cartermuseum.org/events.
Dec. 15 Richard Marx. Doors 6 p.m. Headliner 7 p.m. $20-$65. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 18 In celebration of its 90th birthday, admission to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is free all day Dec. 18. Enjoy the Garden on this monumental day with birthday cheer and a chance to explore for free! 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-463-4160, fwbg.org.
Dec. 19 An Evening with Cody Jinks: A Solo Acoustic Christmas. Doors 6 p.m. JD Myers 8 p.m. Headliner 9 p.m. $40-$150. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 20 Kimbell Casual Friday: In My Feels. Bring friends and a sense of adventure for interactive gallery experiences that mingle different ways of looking at art through guided conversation, sketching activities, and the occasional friendly competition. This 45-minute program occurs once a month during the Kimbell Café’s regular Happy Hour; no reservations necessary. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Dec. 21 Eli Young Band. Doors 6 p.m. JD Myers 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$50. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-6247117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 21 Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It's A Christmas Tour. After thrilling arenas full of fans with yuletide classics in 2022 and 2023, the threetime GRAMMY® Award-winning and Daytime EMMY® Award-nominated quintet will return to the road to celebrate this year’s holiday season. 7 p.m. $39+. Dickies Arena: 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9000, dickiesarena.com.
Dec. 22 Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys. 7:20 p.m. $52+. AT&T Stadium: 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011, 817-892-4000, attstadium.com.
Through Dec. 23 Texas Christkindl Market. Strolling through this traditional German Christmas market, you’ll be immersed in a world of twinkling lights, enchanting decorations, incredible vendors, and the aroma of delicious food. Children will delight in the various activities and attractions designed just for them. They can also visit Santa Claus himself, sharing their Christmas wishes and capturing a precious moment. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Free. North Plaza outside Globe Life Field: 1650 E Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, TX 76011. www.txchristkindlmarket.com.
Dec. 28 Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. Featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats and talented musicians and singers, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland takes audiences on a spectacular journey into a world of music, cirque, and wonder. With new costumes, music, and storylines, the all-new show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites. Doors: 6:30 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m. $25. Will Rogers Auditorium: 3401 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-392-7469, dickiesarena.com/event.
Dec. 28 & 31 Lone Star Murder Mystery Dinner and Show: Dismay in a Manger. There are sounds of the holiday season: Christmas carols being sung, sleigh bells being rung, and fighting in the town square. What?! Oh no, there is dismay in the manger at the annual Christmas Pageant rehearsal. Join this perilous pageant posse and help the hero, Marshal Jim Courtright, sort through his list of who’s been naughty or nice. This is one interactive murder mystery dinner experience that will put the “Ho ho ho!” into your holidays. Doors/dinner 7 p.m. Show 8 p.m. 18+. Dec. 28: $66 Dec. 31: $99. The 81 Club at Billy Bob’s Texas: 2525 Rodeo Plz. 817624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Through Dec. 29 Classic Christmas. Wander through the lights, glide along the ice, speed down the snow hill, savor seasonal
food and drink, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and more! Real holiday magic awaits you and those you love at Classic Christmas. Timed entrances 5:30-8:30 p.m. $21+. Choctaw Stadium: 1000 Ballpark Wy. Arlington, TX 76011, 817-533-1972, choctawstadium.com.
Dec. 29 The Damn Quails. Doors 6 p.m. Headliner 8 p.m. $16-$28. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Dec. 31 Flatland Cavalry: Wandering Star 2024 Tour. Ring in 2025 with this Texan, country music sextet. 7:30 p.m. $25+. Dickies Arena: 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9000, dickiesarena.com.
Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Party Featuring Gary Allan. Four different balloon drops and a champagne toast at midnight! Doors 6 p.m. Opener 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $25-$100. Billy Bob’s Texas: 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-6247117, billybobstexas.com/events.
Through Jan. 5, 2025 Freeman + Lowe: Sunset Corridor, the latest chapter within Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe’s series of immersive installations, is comprised of five architectural zones and a video room. By layering an alternate reality with references to real countercultures, historical and imagined narratives, technological inventions, urbanism, and the music industry, Freeman and Lowe create works replete with opportunities for critical examination of modern society. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 18-59 $16; 60+, active/retired military personnel & first responders with ID $12; students with ID $10; under 18 free. Admission free Fri. & half-price Sun. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Through Jan. 5, 2025 ICE! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Over 40 worldrenowned master artisans spend over six weeks hand-carving 6,000 blocks of ice to create this one-of-a-kind Christmas attraction! With over 17,000-square-feet to wander through, ten immersive scenes, a two-story ice slide, this is a spectacular, unique holiday activity you won’t want to miss. Open daily; hours vary slightly. $20-$44. For 50% off tickets, use code BRIGHT at check out! Gaylord Texan: 1501 Gaylord Trl. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-778-1000, christmasatgaylordtexan.marriott.com/ice.
Through Jan. 5, 2025 Lightscape is returning to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden for its third consecutive year with an even longer trail, 20+ all-new illuminated installations, and more than a million holiday lights, making Lightscape 2024 the grandest and brightest yet. Specifically curated for Fort Worth, 80% of Lightscape will be new and reimagined for the 2024 holiday season. 5:30-9:30 p.m. most nights; check website to confirm. Ages 13+ $18-$30, 3-12 $12-$20, under three free. Discounts available for Garden members and off-peak nights. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-463-4160, fwbg.org/lightscape.
Through Jan. 5, 2025 Stockyards Rodeo Rink: Giddy Up & Glide! Round up your family and friends for a day at the Stockyards Rodeo Rink, a Western wonderland filled with holiday excitement and festive Christmas cheer. Imagine spectacular holiday lights, fire pits, picnic seating, a sensational Christmas tree, a full bar, snacks, and music. Are you lacing up your skates, yet? Open daily; 90 min. sessions. Ages 3-12 $20, 13+ $25; family four pack $80. Skate rental included. In front of the Livestock Exchange Building @ 131 E. Exchange Ave. 817-625-9715, fortworthstockyards.com.
Through Feb. 2, 2025 Diaries of Home presents images by eleven woman and nonbinary artists that explore the multilayered concepts of family, community, and home. Over the last 60 years, these photographers have influenced the discourse surrounding the medium by challenging the discipline of photography itself and preconceptions about domestic, familial, and communal spaces, often referred to as feminine spheres. The photographers included consider the dynamics of both biological and constructed families, and their narratives range from the very personal to broader examinations of society. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages 18-59 $16, 60+, active/ retired military personnel & first responders with ID $12, students with ID $10, under 18 free. Admission free Fri. & half-price Sun. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Through Feb. 9, 2025 Dutch Art in a Global Age: Masterpieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. In the seventeenth century, Dutch merchants sailed across seas and oceans, joining trade networks that stretched from Asia to the Americas and Africa. Dutch Art in a Global Age brings together paintings by Rembrandt, Frans Hals, Gerrit Dou, Jacob van Ruisdael, Maria Schalcken, and other celebrated artists, joined by four Dutch paintings from the Kimbell’s permanent collection, along with prints, maps, and stunning decorative objects in silver, porcelain, glass, and more, from the seventeenth and the first half of the eighteenth centuries. The exhibition also contextualizes seventeenth-century Dutch art within the complex histories of colonial expansion, wealth disparity, and the transatlantic slave trade during this period. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 12-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 60+ & students with ID $16; 12-59 $18; 6-11 $14; under six free. Halfprice all day Tues. & 5-8 p.m. Fri. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Through Mar. 2, 2025 Richard Hunt: From Paper to Metal. Drawn from the Museum’s holdings, Richard Hunt: From Paper to Metal highlights the artist’s prints produced at the Tamarind Lithography Workshop during a residency in 1965 and a newly-acquired sculpture, Natural Form, created in Hunt’s sig-
nature direct-welded metal technique. The first Black sculptor to receive a retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art, New York, in 1971, Chicago-based Hunt was one of the most remarkable and prolific sculptors of the 20th and 21st centuries, having created over 160 public monuments nationwide. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817738-1933, cartermuseum.org/exhibitions.
Through Mar. 23, 2025 Cowboy reexamines the popular mythologies surrounding the image and concept of the cowboy. Through the work of 27 artists representing Asian American, Latino, and Indigenous perspectives, the exhibition explores a wide array of themes, including the cowboy’s role in shaping our perception of masculinity and gender, as well as long-held assumptions about cowboys’ relationship to land and the way these assumptions come into conflict with the lived experiences of contemporary cowboys. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, cartermuseum.org/exhibitions.
Through Mar. 23, 2025 Walt Disney Archives Presents Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, and All that Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives. Through original garments, Heroes & Villains celebrates the artistry of some of Hollywood’s preeminent designers, including Academy Award and Emmy winners. All That Glitters dazzles with prized pieces of jewelry and accessories. From crowns and tiaras to watches, rings, and necklaces, this exhibition gives visitors the rare opportunity to see these iconic jewels up-close. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 1-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 18-54 $37; 55+ & 13-17 $32; 2-12 & active military with ID $12; under two free. Groups of 10-50, $15/pp. Arlington Museum of Art: 1200 Ballpark Wy. Arlington, TX 76011, 817275-4600, arlingtonmuseum.org.
Through Apr. 25, 2025 On view during the 125th anniversary of his birth, Rufino Tamayo: Innovation and Experimentation presents the evolution of Rufino Tamayo’s artistic technique through his works on paper. A leading Mexican artist of the 20th century best known for his paintings and murals, Tamayo also created a large number of prints, experimenting with ways to add volume and texture to a traditionally twodimensional medium. Organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, this exhibition explores Tamayo’s lifelong interest in depicting the human figure throughout his prolific career. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. Amon Carter Museum of American Art: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817738-1933, cartermuseum.org/exhibitions.
Through May 31, 2025 Soldaderas to Amazonas: Escaramuzas Charras. The sport of escaramuza consists of an eight-member team of equestrians executing intricate patterns at a gallop. Escaramuza is a way of life for these competitors; there is no large payout at competitions or million-dollar sponsorships. The exhibition consists of intricate textiles, portraits, and poetry, and considers themes of identity, family, and gender within the escaramuza community. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 65+ & military with ID $9; 13-64 $12; 4-12 $6; under four free. Cowgirl Family Special: Two adults and up to four children ages 4-12, $36. National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame: 1720 Gendy St. 817-336-4475, cowgirl.net.
Through Dec. 31, 2025 The John Wayne Gun Collection: Guns That Won the West Curated in collaboration with John Wayne Enterprises and the National Firearms Museum (NRA), this unique collection of firearms spans four decades of John Wayne films. The exhibit features the Remington 1861 New Model Army used by Wayne in his first starring role, The Big Trail, the short-barreled large loop Winchester Model 1892 used in True Grit, Big Jake, Rooster Cogburn, and The Shootist, and many more. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Ages 65+, military & students with ID $21; 1664 $23; 6-15 $18; under six free. 2501 Rodeo Plz. 682-224-0956, johnwayneae.com.
Ongoing Bike and BBQ is a fun, three-hour guided Pedego electric bike tour of Fort Worth that includes sightseeing downtown and stops at the Fort Worth Water Gardens, JFK Tribute, Sundance Square Plaza, and more. Then, ride to Panther Island and take the Trinity Trails to arrive in the historic Stockyards for the Herd Cattle Drive and lunch at Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $125, lunch included. bit.ly/3hYjwip.
Ongoing The Bureau of Engraving & Printing’s Western Currency Facility is right here in Fort Worth! It produces more than half of the nation’s currency order, and visitors can see where billions of dollars are printed from an enclosed walkway suspended above the production floor. The experience includes a self-guided tour and informative film, and visitors have the opportunity to walk through two floors of interactive exhibits and displays showcasing currency history and the intricate art of currency manufacturing. Tues.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Last tour 4:30 p.m. 9100 Blue Mound Rd. 817-231-4000, bit.ly/45vubUU.
Ongoing Carriage and Stagecoach Rides. Harkening back to the Old West, carriages and stagecoaches are once again preferred forms of transportation in the Stockyards, making for a perfect family excursion or date-night getaway. 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. daily. Ages 10+ $10, 5-9 $5, under five free. 131 E. Exchange Ave. To book: ccarriagesfw@gmail.com.
Ongoing Carter Collection at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Carter houses one of the great collections of American art, from historical landscapes captured on canvas to city streets seen through the lens of a camera. Anchored by iconic masterworks from the 19th and 20th centuries, the collection includes a range of artists, mediums, and styles, providing countless ways to explore and understand American creativity. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, cartermuseum.org/exhibitions.
Ongoing Coyote Drive-In Theater & Canteen. Visit yesteryear in a classic drive-in movie theater that screens both current releases and classics, and enjoy a full menu delivered straight to your car. Gates open Mon.-Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 6 p.m. Ages 13+ $10; 5-12 $7; under five free. Military & civil service discounts available at box office. 223 NE 4th St. 817-717-7767, coyotedrive-in.com/fortworth.
Ongoing Dancing at Billy Bob’s Texas. Sun. Couples lessons 2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m. $10/ couple; Tues. 7 p.m. Free; Wed. Ladies night, 7 p.m. Free; Thurs. College night, 7 p.m. Free with ID; Sat. 12 p.m. Free, plus 20% off lunch for dancers at Honky Tonk Kitchen. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, billybobstexas.com/events.
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Ongoing Farmers Market of Grapevine. Shop locally-grown produce and products! The market features a variety of vendors of home decor, collectibles, and more. Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 520 S. Main St. #203, Grapevine, TX 76051, 817527-7446, farmersmarketofgrapevine.com.
Ongoing First Fridays at the Modern. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and Café Modern team up to bring you live music from the First Friday House Band, drink specials, and tasty light bites in the museum’s Grand Lobby. Enjoy a unique opportunity to experience the Modern in the evening. Gallery admission is free, and a complimentary, docent-led, 20-minute tour is available at 6:30 p.m. The ongoing film series, Magnolia at the Modern, also offers critically acclaimed films most Friday nights. First Fri. of every month. 5-8 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, themodern.org.
Ongoing The Fort Worth Botanic Garden was established in 1934, is the oldest major botanic garden in Texas, and contains a collection of more than 2,500 species of plants. Long celebrated for its beautiful rose, perennial, and Japanese gardens, FWBG is composed of 23 specialty gardens, including a tropical conservatory, a forest boardwalk, and a water conservation garden. Mar.-Sep. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Oct.-Feb. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Hours shortened during extreme heat;
check website day-of to confirm. Last admission one hour before closing. Ages 65+ $13; 16-64 $15; 6-15 $9; under six free. Discounts available online & during off-peak hours. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-392-5510, fwbg.org.
Ongoing Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive. Daily cattle drives through the Stockyards National Historic District recall Fort Worth of the late 1800s. Cowhands dressed in 19th century ranch garb drive 17 Texas longhorns down E. Exchange Ave. twice a day. The best viewing areas for the drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building or across the street by the RFD-TV/Cowboy Channel HQ. Pro tip: There are some rocking chairs on the shaded porch of the RFD-TV building that tend to go unnoticed/unused. Enjoy! 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. daily, except major holidays & during severe weather. Free. 817-336-4373, fortworthherd.com.
Ongoing Fort Worth Museum of Science and History provides hands-on learning experiences for all ages. Discover the cosmos in the Noble Planetarium, unearth ancient fossils in DinoDig, and explore the Galaxy Park Playground. The Children’s Museum has long been a destination for the community’s youngest explorers, and the Cattle Raisers Museum is dedicated to the rich history of the livestock industry. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 65+ $14; 12-64 $16; 3-11 $12; under three free. 1600 Gendy St. 817-255-9300, fwmuseum.org.
Ongoing Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. This 3,621-acre refuge is one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States. It was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1980 and offers special events, educational programs, and naturalistled hikes. Sep.-Apr. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; MayAug. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Last admission sold one hour before closing. Ages 13-64 $6; 65+ $3; 3-12 $2; under three free; Dogs $1; Active/retired military with ID $1 off. 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. 817-392-7410, fwnaturecenter.org.
Ongoing The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been ranked "No. 1 Zoo in North America" by USA Today, "Best Zoo in Texas" by Yahoo Travel, "No. 1 Family Attraction in DFW" by Zagat survey, and a "Top 10 Zoo or Aquarium" by FamilyFun magazine. Home to more than 7,000 animals, the zoo is in the midst of a four-phase, $100MM development plan. The institution’s focus on education and conservation is second to none, enhancing the lives of more than a million visitors a year. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; open 365 days a year. Ages 13-64 $20; 65+ & 3-12 $16; under three free. Halfprice Wed. Parking $5/vehicle. 1989 Colonial Pkwy. 817-759-7555, fortworthzoo.org.
Ongoing Four Day Weekend comedy. This downtown Fort Worth comedy troupe weaves
audience participation, videos, and music into their improvisational skills. The talented cast has created the longest-running live show in Fort Worth’s history. Fri. 8 p.m. Sat. 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. 18+. $25. Stage West Theatre: 821 W. Vickery Blvd. 817-226-4329, fourdayweekend.com.
Ongoing Grapevine Vintage Railroad. “Puffy,” the 1896 steam locomotive, is the oldest continuously operating steam engine in the South, and “Vinny” is a 1953 GP-7 diesel locomotive. The Cotton Belt Route is a 21-mile trip that rolls at a leisurely pace and is perfect for the entire family. Keep an eye out for greedy outlaws aboard the Cotton Belt Route, and join in on the fun by helping railroad detectives solve the mystery: Who robbed the Grapevine Vintage Railroad? Departs Grapevine 12:50 p.m., arrives at Stockyards ~2:30 p.m. Departs Stockyards 4:45 p.m., arrives in Grapevine ~7:15 p.m. $18-$72. Grapevine Station: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 705 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051. Stockyards Station: 12-4:30 p.m. 140 E. Exchange Ave. 817-410-3185, gvrr.com.
Ongoing Seven and Seven Flower (1998) by James Surls (b. 1943) is at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The acclaimed Texas artist transformed pine and steel into writhing blossoms suspended in space to evoke a dynamic relationship between the earthly and the spiritual. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-989-5064, bit.ly/3ReFooo.
Ongoing John Wayne: An American Experience. Sprawling over 10,000 square feet, the John Wayne: An American Experience exhibit is structured to give an intimate tour of the life of John Wayne. Starting with his early childhood and career, each room highlights an aspect of The Duke’s legacy. For film aficionados, an extensive gallery called “Life on Screen” highlights Wayne's most iconic film props and costumes and features his Academy Award. Patrons also have exclusive access to never-before-seen family photos and correspondence. Every item has been thoughtfully curated by the Wayne family to give guests a holistic view of the icon, whose values translate both on and off the silver screen. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; Extended summer & holiday hours. Ages 16-64 $23; 65+, military & students with ID $21; 6-15 $18; under six free. Family & group rates available. 2501 Rodeo Plz. 682-224-0956, johnwayneae.com.
Ongoing Happy Hour at the Kimbell Café. Enjoy live music and a selection of beverages and snacks available for purchase. Members receive 10% discount on beverages during happy hour. Fri. 5-7 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Ongoing Kimbell Art Museum’s renowned European masterpieces, paintings, and sculp-
tures date from antiquity through the 18th century and include Michelangelo’s Torment of Saint Anthony and Caravaggio’s Cardsharps. Visitors will also see antiquities from Greece, Italy, and Egypt. Late 18th century through mid-20th century works are on view in the north galleries, and Impressionist and post-Impressionist favorites Cézanne, Monet, Picasso, Matisse, and Mondrian are also on display to admire. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 12-8 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Permanent exhibition is free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.
Ongoing LEGOLAND Discovery Center. Surround yourself with millions of LEGO Bricks and build epic LEGO creations alongside master builders! Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Last admission sold 1.5 hours before closing. $22+. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child under 18 to visit. Adult-specific nights held periodically; see website for details. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy. Grapevine, TX 76051, legolanddiscoverycenter.com/dallas-fw.
Ongoing Live music at Scat Jazz Lounge. Scat is a live music venue showcasing some of the best local, regional, and national talent with a primary focus on straight-ahead jazz. Set in the basement of the historic Woolworth building, Scat carries on the New York tradition of the coolest clubs being underground and off the beaten path. Enjoy a great cocktail while listening to some of the best music ever played. 21+. Thurs.-Sat. Show times & ticket prices vary. 111 W. 4th St. #11. 817870-9100, scatjazzlounge.com.
Ongoing Log Cabin Village. Located on 2.5 acres in historic Forest Park, Log Cabin Village consists of seven log homes dating back to the mid-1800s. Pioneer history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts, a blacksmith shop, a one-room schoolhouse, a water-powered gristmill, and an herb garden. See historical interpreters demonstrate various pioneer chores such as candle making, spinning, and weaving. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. & Mon. Last admission sold one hour before closing. Ages 18-59 $7; 4-17 & 60+ $6; under four free. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. 817-392-5881, logcabinvillage.org.
Ongoing Meow Wolf: The Real Unreal. Get to know the unknown in this mind-bending, interactive art experience composed of a massive collaboration between Texas and Santa Fe-based artists. When an ordinary family encounters the extraordinary, a cathartic tale of creativity, community, and the power of imagination unfolds within a mesmerizing artscape. Editor's Note: Simply put, this thing is trippy and you're gonna love it. Gotta grandparent? Bring 'em. Gotta kid with ADHD? Bring 'em. Gotta sad friend? Bring 'em. All ages. Open
daily; hours vary. Ages 13+ $40-$45; 4-12 $20-$25; under four free; Military $35-$40. Grapevine Mills: 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy. #253, Grapevine, TX 76051, 866-636-9969, meowwolf.com/visit/grapevine.
Ongoing The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. The grand gallery space tells the story of the relationship between women and horses through interactive exhibits, beautifully displayed artifacts, and a breathtaking, dramatic media production that encompasses the space and allows visitors to feel like they are standing in a herd of magnificent horses. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 13-64 $12; 65+, military & first responders $9; 4-12 $6; under four free. Cowgirl Family Special: Two adults and up to four children ages 4-12, $36. 1720 Gendy St. 817-336-4475, 800-476-3263, cowgirl.net.
Ongoing Legends of Texas Gunfight Shows. Founded in 1981 in Fort Worth, Legends of Texas is an organization that understands the value of preserving history, particularly American History between 1835 and the early 1900s. To provide a taste of this era, Legends holds events like re-enactment gun fights Fri.-Sun. 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m. after Cattle Drive. Free. 140 E. Exchange Ave.
Ongoing PBR Stockyards Showcase (Thurs.), Stockyards Championship Rodeo (Fri. & Sat.) & Ultimate Bullfighters (Sun.) take place in historic Cowtown Coliseum, home of the world’s first indoor rodeo. From barrel racing to tie-down, breakaway, and team roping events, to rough stock events like bull riding, bronc riding, bareback, ranch saddle bronc riding, and bullfighting, there’s something exciting going on at Cowtown Coliseum yearround, four days a week. Thurs.-Sat. Doors 6 p.m. Event 7:30 p.m. Sun. Doors 1 p.m. Event 2:30 p.m. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 1-888-cowtown. For discounted tickets, special offers, and more, follow @cowtowncoliseum on social media and visit cowtowncoliseum.com.
Ongoing Public tours at Kimbell Art Museum. Join docents for regularly scheduled tours focusing on both the permanent collection and special exhibitions. Times vary. Permanent exhibition is free; Special exhibitions: Ages 18-59 $18; 60+ & students with ID $16; 6-11 $14; under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org/calendar.
Ongoing Texas Live! is a unique attraction that combines entertainment, restaurants, and accommodations into one exciting destination. Perfect for sports fans, the complex is nestled between three legendary arenas: AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and Choctaw Stadium. Texas Live! is the place you’ll want to be before, after, or during a game. 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, TX 76011, 817-852-6688, texas-live.com.
