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Calendar of Events
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Sep. 1-4 & 8-11 Between Riverside & Crazy. Ex-NYPD cop and recent widower Walter “Pops” Washington is under a lot of pressure. He is stubbornly pursuing a lawsuit over an officer-involved shooting. Barely holding on to the rent-controlled apartment he shares with his newly paroled son and motley surrogate family, he is ready to accept neither payout nor surrender. Showtimes vary. $20-$45. 821/823 W Vickery Blvd. 817-784-9378, stagewest.org.
Sep. 2-4 Three Minutes: A Lengthening. Rare home movie footage shot in Poland in 1938 becomes a priceless historical artifact, documenting people and places obliterated by the Holocaust. PG (Holocaust/Thematic material); 69 minutes. Showtimes vary. $10. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www. themodern.org/films.
Sep. 2-24 August Wilson’s Fences. In August Wilson’s American classic, Troy Maxson, a former star baseball player, is excluded from the major leagues as a Black man. This sensational drama was the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize and numerous New York Drama Critic’s and Tony awards. It is not to be missed. Set in the 1950s, Fences is the sixth in Wilson’s ten-part “Pittsburgh Cycle,” a collection of ten plays that span across decades to document African American experiences in the 20th Century. Adult language and subject matter. Thurs. 7:30 p.m. Fri. 8 p.m. Sat. 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. $32$40. 230 W. 4th St. 817-877-3040, www. circletheatre.com/fences.
Sep. 3 Lone Star Murder Mystery Dinner and Show: Dead, Dead on the Range. The town is bustling with elections, cattle drives, promises of a railroad, and murder! Horace Grimsby, the wealthiest Cattle Baron in Texas, has been found dead and it’s up to Marshal Jim Courtright to bring the killer to justice. Doors 6 p.m. Dinner 7 p.m. Show 8 p.m. $66. 81 Club: 2525 Rodeo Plz. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 3 Sounds Modern: Women Musicking Women. The most up-to-the-minute and least predictable concert music series in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Sounds Modern has been exploring links between contemporary music and visual arts for over a decade. 2 p.m. 3200 Darnell St. 817-7389215, www.themodern.org/performances.
Sep. 3 Kylie Frey. Doors 6 p.m. Hazard County 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18-$28. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Through Sep. 4 Disney Art from Private Collections features almost 250 original animation sketches and cels, character studies, storyboards, and concept drawings by animators including three Disney Legends: Frank Thomas, Ollie Johnston, and Andreas Deja. These one-of-a-kind works come from private collections including Deja’s own. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 1-5 p.m. Ages 19-54 $20, 13-18 & 55+ $15, 2-12 $5, under two free. Closed Mon. 201 West Main St. Arlington, TX 76010. 817-275-4600, www.arlingtonmuseum.org.
Sep. 4 Los Huracanes del Norte. Doors 6 p.m. Headliner 10:30 p.m. $50-$100. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 4 Drawing from the Collection. Learn with local artists as they lead informal basic drawing classes in the galleries. This free class is open to adults at all skill levels, just bring a sketchbook and pencils. Registration is not required, but participants should sign in at the information desk. The September session will be led by Jyoti Ahmed. 2 p.m. Separate class for children is at the same time. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org/programs.
Through Sep. 5 Take to the High Seas with Lone Star Circus in Summer of Cirque: A Pirate’s Adventure! This action-packed fusion of theater and cirque tells the story of a boy who dreams of becoming a pirate and features daring acrobatics, jugglers, and breathtaking feats. $20. Showtimes vary. 1501 Gaylord Trl. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-778-1000, https://bit.ly/39eCson.
Sep. 8 Second Thursdays at the Carter: Games & Gab. Join the Carter every second Thursday to connect with art through cocktails, conversations, and creativity. This month, indulge your competitive side and explore the collection with games in the galleries. 5-8 p.m. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum. org/events.
Sep. 8 The Cleverlys. Doors 6 p.m. Headliner 9 p.m. $15-$25. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 9 Bad Bunny: World’s Hottest Tour. Proclaimed the most listened-to artist in the world for a second consecutive year by Spotify, Bad Bunny has distinguished himself for his revolutionary moves that constantly impact the music industry. Joining Bad Bunny as a special guest will be GRAMMY®-nominated DJ and Record Producer, Alesso. 7 p.m. $109+. 1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011. 817-892-5000, www. attstadium.com/events/bad-bunny-worldshottest-tour-2022.
Sep. 9 Bigga Baggariddim Tour. UB40, The Original Wailers Featuring Al Anderson, Maxi Priest, Big Mountain, and idoljob. After 40+ years of topping charts and Grammy noms, reggae pop icon UB40 is bringing the love to Fort Worth! Get ready to hear some fresh songs from their new album and all the hits you know and love. 6 p.m. $50+. Wild Acre Live: 1734 E. El Paso St. www. wildacrelive.com.
Sep. 9 & 10 Brad Paisley World Tour 2022. Doors 6 p.m. House band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $40-$200. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas. com/events.
Sep. 9-11 The Good Boss. Básculas Blanco, a company producing industrial scales in a provincial Spanish town, awaits the imminent visit from the committee that holds
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its fate in their hands as to whether they merit a local Business Excellence award. Working against the clock, the company’s proprietor, Blanco (Javier Bardem) pulls out all the stops to address and resolve issues with his employees, crossing every imaginable line in the process. 120 minutes; Spanish with English subtitles. Showtimes vary. $10. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org/films.
Sep. 10 The Killers are heading back on the road to celebrate both their Pressure Machine and Imploding the Mirage albums, along with their much-loved catalog of global hits. 7:30 p.m. $25+. Dickies Arena: 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9801, dickiesarena.com.
Sep. 10 Party on the Porch. The Amon Carter Museum is excited to announce its annual music and arts festival, Party on the Porch, celebrating the closing weekend of Sargent, Whistler, and Venetian Glass: American Artists and the Magic of Murano and Black Every Day: Photographs from the Carter Collection. Come celebrate with artmaking activities, extended gallery hours, food trucks, and live music by Grammynominated country artist Brent Cobb. 6-10 p.m. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817989-5067, www.cartermuseum.org.
Through Sep. 10 AMON! The Ultimate Texan. A rare exception is being made for the inclusion of an event outside of Fort Worth, Arlington, and Grapevine for a play about Fort Worth royalty and founder of Fort Worth Key (née Fort Worthian) himself, Amon G. Carter Sr.! Born in a log cabin and with only an eighth grade education, Carter became Texas’ most powerful media overlord. Presidents put up with him because he owned the largest newspaper, radio station, and television station in Texas. Showtimes vary. $15+. Artisan Center Theater: 444 E. Pipeline Rd. Hurst, TX 76053. 817-2841200, www.artisanct.com.
Sep. 10-18 My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra. Celebrate Frank Sinatra and the unforgettable music that made him famous with the award-winning My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra. Audiences and critics alike have hailed its powerful music, superb arrangements, classy style, and easy-going comedy. Suitable for most audiences. Showtimes vary. Casa Mañana: 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-332-2272, https://bit.ly/3ypRkKG.
Through Sep. 11 Black Every Day: Photographs from the Carter Collection. Exploring more than 100 years of photographic representations of Black American experiences, Black Every Day: Photographs from the Carter Collection includes over fifty historical and contemporary art photographs and over 100 vernacular images. Tues.Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, https://bit.ly/37HP0nJ.
Through Sep. 11 Sargent, Whistler, and Venetian Glass: American Artists and the Magic of Murano. This exhibition features more than 140 artworks by 19th-century American artists, including John Singer Sargent and James McNeill Whistler, presented alongside rarely seen Venetian glass mosaic portraits and glass cups, vases, and urns by the leading glassmakers of Murano, including members of the legendary Seguso, Barovier, and Moretti families. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, https://bit.ly/3LtiZid.
Sep. 11 Holistic Fair. The Holistic Fair offers over 50 vendors/exhibitors on the second Sunday of every other month. Complementary and alternative modalities, nutritional consultations, organic products, energy-based healing sessions, intuitive readers, crystals, stones, jewelry, and local medical practitioners. Noon. $5. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 11 Panic! At the Disco. 7:30 p.m. $31+. 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9801, dickiesarena.com.
Sep. 15 Robert Jon and the Wreck. 8 p.m. $20. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 15-18 36th Annual GrapeFest®. GrapeFest® is a celebration of Texas wines, home to more than 400 wineries and 4400 acres of vineyards producing nearly three million gallons of Texas wine each year. Grapevine is home to the Texas Wine & Grape Growers Association and Texas’ premier Urban Wine Trail, featuring a variety of award-winning winery tasting rooms. Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. $5+. Historic Downtown Grapevine. 1-800-457-6338, www. grapevinetexasusa.com/grapefest.
Sep. 15-Oct. 15 ¡Celebramos! A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage. Enjoy a presentation of Hispanic culture through art, native plants, and garden design throughout the entire campus. The celebration taking place during Hispanic Heritage Month will feature numerous events, art exhibits, and unique new experiences for guests visiting the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Event times and ticket prices vary; some events are free. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-463-4160, https://bit.ly/3A4h9Q5.
Sep. 16 Brothers Osborne. Doors 6 p.m. House band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $25$80. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events. Sep. 17 Steve Miller Band. Doors 7 p.m. Show 8 p.m. $60+. Will Rogers Memorial Auditorium: 3401 W Lancaster Ave. 817392-7469, https://bit.ly/3prTDrq.
Sep. 17 Dancing with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Stars! From the tiniest tots to pre-teens, these 45-minute shows have something for every member of your family and end before naptime. The FWSO and friends explore all types of dance music from around the world. From traditional to folk, and from ballet to modern, come hear how an orchestra shakes their bones as we travel through different cultures utilizing the rhythmic power of dance and music. 11 a.m. Bass Hall: 525 Commerce St. 817-2124325, fwsymphony.org.
Sep. 18 Goat Yoga. It’s what it sounds like. Get your yoga on at Martin House Brewing while goats graze and jump on, over, and all around you. Dress for the weather, as the event will be outside. Proceeds from this class directly benefit animals and local nonprofit initiatives. BYO mat or use a provided towel. Water bottles provided. Children 5+ permitted if accompanied by an adult. $20$32. 10-11 a.m. 220 S. Sylvania Ave. #209. 817-222-0177, https://bit.ly/3z1rf3R.
Sep. 18 Red Hot Chili Peppers with The Strokes and Thundercat. $85. Globe Life Field: 734 Stadium Dr. Arlington, TX 76011, 817-533-1972, https://atmlb.com/3k4X0C2.
JULY 19–OCTOBER 9, 2022
Slay: Artemisia Gentileschi and Kehinde Wiley is organized by the Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte, the North Carolina Museum of Art, the Kimbell Art Museum, and The Museum Box. The Kimbell Art Museum is supported in part by Arts Fort Worth, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Promotional support is provided by American Airlines, NBC5, and PaperCity.
Artemisia Gentileschi (Rome 1593–Naples c. 1653), Judith and Holofernes (detail), c. 1612–1617. Oil on canvas, 159 x 126 cm, inv. Q 378, Napoli, Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte; Kehinde Wiley (American, born 1977), Judith and Holofernes (detail), 2012. Oil on linen, framed: 130 1/2 x 99 7/8 in. (331.5 x 253.7 cm), purchased with funds from Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hanes in honor of Dr. Emily Farnham, by exchange, and from the North Carolina State Art Society (Robert F. Phifer Bequest), 2012, 2012.6. Kehinde Wiley, Judith and Holofernes, 2012. © Kehinde Wiley. Courtesy of the North Carolina Museum of Art and Sean Kelly, New York
Sep. 18 Lola’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Rummage Sale: Vintage + Artisan Market. Held on the third Sunday of every month, Fort Worth’s longest running outdoor monthly market showcasing some of DFW’s best artists, creators, and vintage collectors. Enjoy food trucks, live music, and 40+ vendors. Hosted by Honeysuckle Rose Vintage. Family and pet-friendly! 12-6 p.m. Free. 2000 W. Berry St. lolasfw.com.
Sep. 18-Jan. 29, 2023 Murillo: From Heaven to Earth. The Kimbell Art Museum presents Murillo: From Heaven to Earth, a comprehensive exhibition of works by Spanish Golden Age painter Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617–1682). The leading religious painter of Seville during his time, Murillo is primarily known for his depictions of the life of Christ, Christian saints, and other Biblical scenes, including monumental paintings of the Virgin in celestial glory. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. noon-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Adults $18, age 60+ and students $16, ages 6-11 $14, under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Sep. 22-25 Cirque du Soleil. OVO by Cirque du Soleil is coming to Dickies Arena to reveal the joyful world of insects! The arena will be filled with unstoppable energy for five shows. Join the party and experience spectacular acrobatics with family and friends. Showtimes vary. $58+. 1911 Montgomery St. 817-402-9801, dickiesarena.com.
Sep. 23 Drake Milligan. Doors 6 p.m. Bryan Lucas 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18$28. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.
Sep. 24 ¡Viva Tejas! This year the Rangers are launching the Viva Tejas Event Series to celebrate Hispanic culture and bring fans together throughout the season. As a way to recognize and empower the Hispanic community, Viva Tejas will be held one Home Saturday every month during the season and highlight Hispanic traditions through food trucks, live music, partner activations, Hispanic vendors, Rangers trivia, prizes, and more! 2.5 hours before game time. Free. Globe Life Field: 734 Stadium Dr. Arlington, TX 76011, 817-533-1972, www. mlb.com/rangers/fans/viva-tejas. Through Sep. 25 Justin Ginsberg: Shaking the Shadow. Ginsberg will work with a glass kiln set up on the museum’s lawn each weekend, pulling glass threads measuring up to 30 feet in length. At the end of each glassmaking session, Ginsberg will install the threads he has created in the Carter’s Main Gallery, resulting in a large-scale glass “waterfall” sculpture. The public will be able to watch Ginsberg at work during his weekend sessions as well as witness the multi-month realization of his site-specific installation. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, https://bit.ly/3vdv9pI.
Through Sep. 25 Women Painting Women. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents Women Painting Women, a thematic exhibition of forty-six women artists who choose women as subject matter in their works. 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. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern. org/exhibition/women-painting-women.
Sep. 30 Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour. $55+. Globe Life Field: 734 Stadium Dr. Arlington, TX 76011, 817-533-1972, https://atmlb.com/3vbZKUs.
Sep. 30 Ned LeDoux. Doors 6 p.m. Brian Lynn Jones 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18$28. 2520 Rodeo Plz. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.
Through Oct. 9 SLAY: Artemisia Gentileschi & Kehinde Wiley. In this focus exhibition, two paintings depicting different versions of the story of Judith and Holofernes from the Old Testament Apocrypha, one by Italian Baroque artist Artemisia Gentileschi and the other by American contemporary artist Kehinde Wiley, will be on view at the Kimbell for a limited time. Strikingly different renditions of the same subject realized 400 years apart, the paintings will allow visitors to reflect on contemporary issues through a historical lens. For more information on SLAY, see feature story on page four. Tues.Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. noon-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Through Oct. 31 Backwoods Paddlesports. Paddleboard, solo or tandem kayak, and canoe the Trinity River in the heart of Fort Worth. Life jackets included. Mon.-Fri.
Noon-7 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Last departure leaves one hour before close. $18/person/hour. Group rates available. 480 N. Taylor St. bwkayaks@backwoods.com, www.backwoodspaddlesports.com.
Through Nov. 12 Texas Star Dinner Theater provides a night you won’t forget complete with a delicious dinner and dessert, a well-stocked cash bar, and a side-splitting show. Immerse yourself in an award-winning 90-minute murder mystery dinner theater performance set in the 1880s of the wild west of Texas. 7 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. $60. 16 S. Main St., Grapevine, Texas 76051, 817-310-5588, www.texasstardinnertheater.com.
Ongoing Dancing at Billy Bob’s. Sun. couples dance classes, $10 per couple. Wed. ladies night, free line dance lessons. Sat. free line dance lessons with 20% off lunch for dancers in the Honky Tonk Kitchen. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.
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. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/exhibitions/carter-collection.
Ongoing Carter Collection Themed Tour. Learn about the Carter collection in a novel way as a docent pieces together works with unique commonalities. Free. Sat. 2-3 p.m. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/events/ carter-collection-themed-tour.
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 Excursion 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 onboard the Cotton Belt Route Excursion and join in on the fun and help railroad detectives solve the mystery of who
robbed the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. The Grapevine to Stockyards run departs at 12:50 p.m. and arrives in the Stockyards around 2:30 p.m. The return trip departs the Stockyards at 4:15 p.m. and arrives back in Grapevine about 5:45 p.m. $18-$26. Grapevine Station: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 705 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051. Stockyards Station: Noon-4:30 p.m. 140 E. Exchange Ave. www.bit.ly/3vUkzlv.
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. 817-527-7446, www. farmersmarketofgrapevine.com.
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 the “Life on Screen” highlights the most iconic film props and costumes. All patrons have exclusive access to never-before seen family photos and correspondences which have been thoughtfully curated by the Wayne family in order to give guests a holistic view of the icon, whose values translate both on the silver screen and off. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 2501 Rodeo Plaza. www.johnwayne.com.
Ongoing First Fridays at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. The Modern and Café Modern team up to bring you live music from the First Friday House Band and 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 every Friday night. First Fri. of every month, 5-8 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www. themodern.org/program/first-fridays-1.
Ongoing Cowtown Coliseum Stockyards Championship Rodeo. The Stockyards Championship Rodeo is held in the historic Cowtown Coliseum, home of the world’s first indoor rodeo. It features timed events such as tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping, and barrel racing and also offers the excitement of rough stock events like bull riding, bronc riding, bareback, and ranch saddle bronc riding. The world’s only yearround rodeo is held nearly every Fri. & Sat. night. Doors 6 p.m. Rodeo 7:30 p.m. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 1-888-COWTOWN, www. cowtowncoliseum.com/events.
Ongoing The Cowtown Opry performs on the steps, on the veranda, or in the lobby of the Historic Livestock Exchange Building in the Fort Worth Stockyards most Sundays, celebrating the rich musical legacy of Texas and the American West. Sun. 2 p.m. Free. 131 E. Exchange Ave., 817-366-9675, www.cowtownopry.org.
Ongoing Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The main gardens are open daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., last admission sold at 3:15 p.m. to allow adequate time in the garden. The Trellis Gift Shop located inside the Garden Center and The Treasure Tree Gift Shop located in the Japanese Garden are open daily,10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Rock Springs Café is open daily, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 16-64 $12, 6-15 $6, seniors 65+ $10. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-366-1100 (Café), 817-463-4160, www.fwbg.org.
Ongoing Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. The museum is excited to unveil the biggest changes since the building opened more than a decade ago. Discover tweaks, updates, and overhauls in every gallery, from a new play area in the Children’s Museum to the latest paleontology information in DinoLabs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. 1600 Gendy St. 817-255-9300, www. 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 naturalist-led hikes. 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, www.fwnaturecenter.org.
Ongoing Fort Worth Trinity Park. The Log Cabin Village living history museum depicts the lifestyle of pioneers who settled this area in the mid-to-late 1800s. Ages 18+ $7, 4-17 & 60+ $6, under four free. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. & Mon. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. 817-392-5881, www. logcabinvillage.org.
Ongoing The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been ranked the No. 1
Zoo in North America by USA Today, the Best Zoo in Texas by Yahoo Travel, the No. 5 Zoo in the Nation by USA Travel Guide, the No. 1 Family Attraction in DFW by Zagat survey, and a Top 10 Zoo or Aquarium by FamilyFun magazine. Home to more than 7000 animals, the zoo is in the second of a four-phase, $100 million master plan. The institution’s focus on education and conservation is second to none, enhancing the lives of more than one million visitors a year. Open 365 days a year. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages 13-64 $18, 3-12 & 65+ $14, under three free, parking $5. 1989 Colonial Parkway. 817-759-7555, www.fortworthzoo.org.
Ongoing Four Day Weekend comedy. This multi-member comedy troupe in downtown Fort Worth 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. 312 Houston St. 817-226-4329, www.fourdayweekend.com.
Ongoing The Kimbell Art Museum’s renowned European masterpieces, paintings, and sculptures dating from antiquity through the 18th century 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. 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. noon-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Permanent exhibition is free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Ongoing Public tours at Kimbell Art Museum. Join docents for regularly scheduled tours focusing on both the permanent collection and special exhibitions. Permanent exhibition and architecture tours: During musuem hours. Free. Special exhibitions: Wed.-Fri. 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. Ages 18+ $18, 60+ & students with ID $16, 6-11 $14, under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www. kimbellart.org/content/tours.
Ongoing The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. The grand new 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. Noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 13-64 $12, 65+, military & first responders $9, 4-12 $6, under four free. Free parking with paid admission. 1720 Gendy St. 817-336-4475, 800-476-3263, www.cowgirl.net.
Ongoing Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive. Twice a day herders dressed in 19thcentury cowboy gear drive 15-17 head of cattle down Exchange Ave. Best viewing areas for the drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building or across the street near RFD-TV’s store. 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. Cattle meet-and-greet behind the Livestock Exchange Building 2 p.m. daily. No cattle drives on major holidays. Weather permitting. Free. Along E. Exchange Ave. 817-336-4373, www.fortworthherd.com.
Ongoing Old West Comedy Gunfight. When in the Stockyards go see The Legends of Texas, the “Premier Comedy Gun Fighting Group in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards.” Sat. & Sun. 11:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Free. 131 E. Exchange Ave.
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 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, www.texas-live.com.
Ongoing Modern Billings XI. Margaret Meehan and Andrea Tosten place large-scale installations along Jacksboro Highway and the Lancaster corridor, extending the reach of the Modern and the education department and providing an intervention opportunity for contemporary art in urban landscapes. 24/7. Free. Locations vary. 817-738-9215, www. themodern.org/modern-billings.
