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Calendar of Events
J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 3 calendar of events
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Through Jan. 1 ICE! Featuring The Polar Express™. This year, Gaylord Texan’s signature holiday attraction features your favorite scenes from the beloved movie, The Polar Express, brought to life in magnificent sculptures hand-carved from more than two million pounds of ice. It’s all part of Lone Star Christmas at Gaylord Texan, which also includes ice skating, tubing down a two-story slide covered in real snow, winter-themed escape rooms, gingerbread house decorating, Cirque: Winter Wonderland, and so much more. 1501 Gaylord Trl. Grapevine, TX 76051. 817-778-1000, https://bit.ly/3c6Zq2E.
Through Jan. 1 Texas Motor Speedway Gift of Lights. Play your favorite Christmas music while you drive through a magical trail of holiday lights! Sun.-Thurs. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. $35/car. 3545 Lone Star Cir. www.giftoflightstexas.com.
Jan. 4, 11, 18 & 25 Gentle Yoga at the Botanical Research Institution of Texas (BRIT). Join an all-level yoga class to move, stretch, and awaken mind and body. Learn unique connections within the body to increase muscle elasticity, loosen joints, and gain flexibility. After class, explore the Gardens at your leisure; registration includes Garden admission for the day. This month the class will stay warm in the beautiful and relaxing art gallery at BRIT. BYO yoga mat and props. 9-10 a.m. Non-members $45, members $40. 1700 University Dr. 817-3324441, www.fwbg.org/events.
Jan. 6 Gaslight (1944). Ten years after her aunt was murdered in their London home, a woman returns from Italy in the 1880s to resume residence with her new husband. His obsessive interest in the home rises from a secret that may require driving his wife insane. 115 minutes. Starring Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman, Joseph Cotten. Directed by George Cukor. 7:30 p.m. $6. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-4103100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.
Jan. 6 & 7 Josh Abbott Band. Doors 6 p.m. Clayton Mullen (Jan. 6) Jackson Dean (Jan. 7) 9 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$40. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.
Jan. 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 & 27-29 Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films. This month, Corsage, The Eternal Daughter, The Son, and LIVING will be screened on listed dates, respectively. Assistive listening option now available. Showtimes vary. $10. Half-price on Sun. 3200 Darnell St. 817738-9215, www.themodern.org.
Jan. 7 Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth Ensemble presents “Levinson and Friends.” Andrew Litton, piano; Gary Levinson, violin; Katharina Kang Litton, viola; Edward Arron, cello; Eugene Levinson, bass. The Program: Ravel—Sonata for Violin and Cello; Fuchs—Three Fantasiestuke for Viola and Cello; Gershwin—Three pieces from Porgy and Bess; Schubert— Trout Quintet. Pre-concert conversation 1:15 p.m. Concert 2 p.m. $5-$40. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-877-3003, www.cmsfw.org.
Jan. 7 Drawing the Garden: The Conservatory. Eager to engage your inner artist and learn or polish drawing skills? This monthly drawing class offers personal instruction in mastering line, form, shading, composition, balance, and more as you practice in the beauty and tranquility of the Gardens. This month, attendees will stay warm by drawing the plants on display in the Rainforest Con-
servatory. BYO pencils, pens, and drawing paper. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Non-members $35, members $30. 1700 University Dr. 817-3324441, www.fwbg.org/events.
Through Jan. 8 Grapevine: The Christmas Capital of Texas™. With more than 1,400 holiday events taking place in just 40 days, Grapevine has earned their Christmas Capital Proclamation granted by the Texas Senate. With parades, enormous Christmas decor and neverending lights, an ice rink, tons of shopping, holiday train rides, and more, you don’t want to miss this extensive, joyful winter wonderland. Daily. www.christmascapitaloftexas.com.
Through Jan. 8 Handle With Care. A young Israeli woman on holiday with her grandmother in the United States is confronted by an unexpected turn of events. Now, she finds herself stranded in a motel room on Christmas Eve with an oddball delivery man. Is their meeting an accident, or is it destiny generations in the making? Showtimes vary. 821/823 W. Vickery Blvd. 817-784-9378, www.stagewest.org.
Through Jan. 8 Lightscape. Taking place within the 120-acre Fort Worth Botanic Garden and set along a beautifully illuminated walking trail, Lightscape will feature spectacular artistic installations that come to life after dark with color, imagination, and sound. Ticket holders will walk a mile-long path under suspended strands, into tunnels of light, and through a fire garden, an undulating wave of bluebonnets, singing trees, treetop sculptures, and artistic installations, all while toasting marshmallows over a fire and drinking seasonal drinks at stations along the trail. Ages 13+ $28, 3-12 $18, under three free, groups of 20+ 10% off. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-463-4160, https://bit.ly/3OdaglC.
Through Jan. 8 Modern Masters: A Tribute to Anne Windfohr Marion highlights the contributions of one of the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s greatest patrons for more than half a century. The exhibition features a major group of works by the Abstract Expressionist artist Jackson Pollock, iconic minimalist works by Carl Andre, Agnes Martin, and Richard Serra, and photography by an international field of artists such as Bernd and Hilla Becher and Cindy Sherman. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages 18+ $16, 60+, active/retired military personnel, and first responders with ID $12, students with ID $10, under 18 free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org. Jan. 9-Feb. 4 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Since 1896, FWSSR has been the most authentic western lifestyle experience anywhere and is an exciting, fun, 23 days of what makes Fort Worth the greatest city in Texas. The rodeo action features the Best of the West Ranch Rodeo, Best of Mexico Celebración, Cowboys of Color Rodeo, Bulls Night Out Extreme Bull Riding and Texas Champions Challenge, and is all topped off with the FWSSR PRORODEO Tournament in Dickies Arena. There are also livestock and horse shows, kid-friendly activities and exhibits, live music, a carnival midway, shopping, great food, and much more. This is truly a Fort Worth can’t-miss. Stock Show grounds open 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m. daily. Ages 17+ $12, 6-16 $6, under six free. Visit www.fwssr.com for specific event times and prices. 3400 Burnett Tandy Dr. 817-877-2400, www.fwssr.com.
Jan. 11 & 14 National Theatre Live: Much Ado About Nothing. Katherine Parkinson (The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula) lead the cast in Shakespeare’s romcom of sun, sea, and mistaken identity. National Theatre Live performances are filmed live in high definition and broadcast via satellite to almost 400 cinemas around the world. Jan. 11: 2 p.m. Jan. 14: 1 p.m. 180 minutes. $20. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-923-3012, www.amphibianstage.com.
Jan. 13 Colter Wall. Doors 6 p.m. House Band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $25-$65. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.
Jan. 13 Creative Art with Olivia. Discover how to use gouache paint to capture light and shadows on the stems and petals of peony flowers. Going for a more abstract approach, attendees will focus attention on color mixing and capturing 3D through observational techniques that explore tints and shades. Paint, brushes, paper, and reference photos will be provided, along with step-by-step tutorials on rendering these beautiful flowers on paper. You will go home with three or more small paintings on paper along with instructions on how to find/purchase the materials and media should you want to practice on your own. 6-8 p.m. Non-members $35, members $30. 1700 University Dr. 817332-4441, www.fwbg.org/events.
Jan. 13 Friday Evening Lecture: Murillo and the Sacred Portrait will examine the various, often complex, and even contradictory ways in which portraiture and
religious art overlapped in the career of Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. Led by Adam Jasienski, Marilynn Thoma Post-Doctoral Fellow and associate professor of art history, Southern Methodist University, Dallas. 6-7 p.m. Free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Jan. 14 Murillo: Second Saturdays featuring Orchestra of New Spain. Experience some of Spain’s most distinctive and dynamic performing arts traditions during this afternoon event hosted in conjunction with the special exhibition Murillo: From Heaven to Earth. 2-3 p.m. Free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Jan. 14-May 21 Morning Light: Photographs of David H. Gibson. Dallas photographer David H. Gibson has been exploring the beauty of the Southwestern landscape for more than 50 years, building a reputation as an astute interpreter of effervescent moisture and changing light. The 20 works in the exhibition draw attention to the artist’s fascination with dawn’s break into day. Through his photographs, Gibson coaxes us into getting up before dawn, stepping outside, and noticing the quick tempo of early morning’s changing light. 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/397Ohwt.
Jan. 15 Lola’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Rummage Sale: Vintage + Artisan Market. Held on the third Sunday of every month, this outdoor market showcases some of DFW’s best artists, creators, and vintage collectors. Enjoy food trucks, live music, and 40+ vendors. Family and pet-friendly! Noon-5 p.m. Free. 2000 W. Berry St. www.lolasfw.com.
Jan. 18 Wednesday Series: Art in Context featuring Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller’s Vienna and Dog Guarding a Basket of Grapes. Led by Nancy E. Edwards, curator of European art/head of academic services at the Kimbell Art Museum, these lectures introduce the permanent collection and selected exhibitions on view at the museum. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.
Jan. 19 National Popcorn Day: The Wizard of Oz (1939). A young girl is swept away by a tornado from her farm in Kansas to the magical Land of Oz, where she embarks on a quest with her new friends to see the Wizard who can help her return home. All guests will receive one free small popcorn with ticket purchase. PG, 102 minutes. Starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger. Directed by Victor Fleming. 7 p.m. $6. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-410-3100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.
Jan. 20 The Shop Around the Corner (1940). Two employees at a gift shop can barely stand each other. Without realizing, they are falling in love through the post, each as the other’s anonymous pen pal. NR, 99 minutes. Starring Margaret Sullavan, James Stewart, Frank Morgan. Directed by Ernst Lubitsch. 7:30 p.m. $6. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-4103100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.
Jan. 21 Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the deliberate practice of immersion in nature using mindfulness and the senses. This practice originated in Japan and allows the body, mind, and spirit to relax and rejuvenate surrounded by the healing powers of nature. In this session, discuss ways to soak up the natural world around us and then enjoy individual time exploring the Japanese Garden. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a seat cushion if you wish. 2-3 p.m. Non-members $35, members $30. 1700 University Dr. 817-332-4441, www.fwbg.org/events.
Through Jan. 22 Faces from the Interior: The Native American Portraits of Karl Bodmer. Organized by and drawn exclusively from the collection of Omaha’s Joslyn Art Museum, Faces from the Interior features over 60 recently conserved watercolors including portraits of individuals from the Omaha, Ponca, Yankton, Lakota, Mandan, Hidatsa, Assiniboine, and Blackfoot Nations. 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/3EJ2s74.
Through Jan. 22 Speaking with Light: Contemporary Indigenous Photography highlights the dynamic ways that Indigenous artists have leveraged their lenses to reclaim representation and affirm their existence, perspectives, and trauma. 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/3EKdBEH.
Jan. 27 The Princess Bride (1987). While home sick in bed, a young boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turnedpirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies, and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love. 7:30 p.m. $6. PG, 98 minutes. Starring Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright. Directed by Rob Reiner. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-4103100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.
Through Jan. 28 How to Build a Rainbow is an exhibition of new, multi-dimensional drawings by Dallas-based artist Sarah DePetris. With imagery of found stones, rainbows, bricks, and abstracted landscapes, the exhibition reimagines its subjects as icons and objects of potential. Exploring the distance between absence and presence, the work transforms the gallery into an immersive space of possibility. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Fort Worth Community Arts Center: 1300 Gendy St. 817-738-1938, www.artsfortworth.org.
Jan. 28 Dish gardens are pleasing arrangements of several different plants in a single container. Led by Jack Winterrowd, a retired Agriculture Science teacher of 36 years, gain the knowledge and skills to go from a few small potted plants to a full and pretty dish garden. 10 a.m.-noon. Non-members $35, members $30. 1700 University Dr. 817-332-4441, www.fwbg.org/events.
Through Jan. 29 Murillo: From Heaven to Earth. The Kimbell Art Museum presents Murillo: From Heaven to Earth, a comprehensive exhibition of works by Spanish 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. Ages 18+ $18; 60+ and students with ID $16; 6-11 $14; under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-3328451, www.kimbellart.org.
Through Feb. 5 Stockyards Rodeo Rink. The brand new ice skating rink is here! Make a day of it and enjoy the rodeo, holiday lights, Cowboy Santa’s Winter Wonderland, the Avoca Cocoa & Coffee Corral, live music, and more. Daily skate times: 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5 p.m. 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. $20. 121 E. Exchange Ave. bit. ly/3U8JpZV. Follow @fortworthkey on
Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or Twitter for a chance to win free tickets!
Through May 7 Charles Truett Williams: The Art of the Scene. This exhibition examines the Fort Worth mid-century art scene through the presentation of more than 30 works by Fort Worth artist Charles Truett Williams and the artistic community drawn to his studio salon. 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/397Ohwt.
Through May Darryl Lauster: Testament. North Texas-based artist Darryl Lauster’s Testament (2018–2020) is a bronze obelisk that calls the viewer to be a critical reader and look at the function of text in different contexts. 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/darryl-lauster-testament.
Through Sep. 1 Neighborhood Leap is a free, app-based augmented reality art walking trail exploring South Main Village. Featuring over 50 artists over 20+ stops, the app honors South Main’s past, present, and future through a range of virtual experiences, including visual art, music, movement, and storytelling. Available on iOS and Android. 120 S. Main St. www. neighborhoodleap.carrd.co.
Through Nov. Jean Shin. Known for her signature artistic practice of creating monumental sculpture created from natural or discarded materials, Shin will be creating
a site-specific work on the Carter grounds that examines the museum’s history and landscape. 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/jean-shin.
Ongoing Bike and BBQ is a fun, threehour 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 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. 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. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/events/cartercollection-themed-tour.
Ongoing Collection Highlights Tour. Led by a docent, this free tour will introduce a few of the museum’s favorite artworks to you, no art history degree needed! Free. Thurs., Fri., & Sun. 2-3 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/events/collection-highlights-tour. 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 year-round 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 Coyote Drive-In Theater & Canteen. Visit yesteryear in a classic drivein movie theater that screens both current releases and classics. Enjoy a full menu delivered straight to your car! Gates open daily at 6 p.m. Ages 13+ $8, 4-12 $5, under four free. $5 tickets on Wed. 223 NE 4th St. www.coyotedrive-in.com/fortworth.
Ongoing Dancing at Billy Bob’s Texas. Sun. dance classes, $10 per couple. Wed. ladies night, free line dance lessons. Sat. free line dance lessons with 20% off lunch for dancers at the Honky Tonk Kitchen. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.
Ongoing Drawing From the Collection. Learn with local artists as they lead informal basic drawing classes in the galleries in classes catered to adults/teens and children. All you need is a sketchbook and pencils! Children under six must be accompanied by an adult. First Sun. of every month except Jan. 2023, which takes place on Jan. 8. 2 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.
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 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 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), 817-4634160, www.fwbg.org.
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 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. 817255-9300, 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. 817-3925881, 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 7,000 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. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Ages 13-64 $18, 65+ & 3-12 $14, two and under free. Parking $5/vehicle. 1989 Colonial Parkway. 817-759-7555, www.fortworthzoo.org.
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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. 817226-4329, www.fourdayweekend.com.
Ongoing Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 34 is at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Carter has commissioned a largescale, site-specific installation of more than eighty miles of multicolored thread by internationally celebrated, Mexican-born, and Dallas-based artist Gabriel Dawe. It looks like frozen light and Technicolor vaporous mist, drawing attention to the majestic architecture and natural light of the museum’s atrium. 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.
Ongoing The Ghosts of Fort Worth Tour. Combining history with hauntings, this tour is Fort Worth’s #1 All-Ages/Family-Friendly Ghost Tour. Your spooky adventure will begin with an introduction to Fort Worth’s haunted past, and then you’ll head off to visit some of the most haunted locations in the city. 8 p.m. daily. Ages 12+ $25, 6-11 $10, under six free. Adults-only tours also available. 109 W. Exchange Ave. 855-9999026, https://bit.ly/3UjMmbq.
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 by helping 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 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 neverbefore 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 James Surls, Seven and Seven Flower (1998) 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. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-989-5064, www. cartermuseum.org/exhibitions/jamessurls-seven-and-seven-flower.
Ongoing Kimbell Art Museum Happy Hour. Enjoy live music provided by Allegro Guitar Society and a selection of beverages and snacks available for purchase. Members receive a 10% discount on beverages during happy hours. Every Fri. 5-7 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-3328451, www.kimbellart.org.
Ongoing 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 postImpressionist 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 LEGOLAND Discovery Center. Surround yourself with millions of LEGO Bricks and build epic LEGO creations alongside master builders! Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child under 18 to visit. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine, Texas 76051, www.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. The idea was to create a club where you can enjoy a great cocktail while listening to some of the best music ever written. Every Thurs.-Sat. Showtimes and ticket prices vary. 111 W. 4th, Ste. 11. 817-870-9100, www.scatjazzlounge.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.
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, and first responders $9; 4-12 $6; under four free. 1720 Gendy St. 817-336-4475, 800-476-3263, www.cowgirl.net.
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 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+ and students with ID $16; 6-11 $14 under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www. kimbellart.org/content/tours.
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, 817-8526688, www.texas-live.com.
