La Gran Plaza is celebrating 20 years of being part of the Fort Worth community, but its history started long before it opened in 2004. The city landmark has a storied past that spans from its early days as Seminary South Shopping Mall to the cultural hub that La Gran Plaza is today. La Gran Plaza…
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Munich comes to Fort Worth! Oktoberfest is an annual beer festival in Munich, Germany and a pilgrimage for beer enthusiasts. But if you’re looking to celebrate closer to home, don your lederhosen or dirndl for the annual Fort Worth Oktoberfest and enjoy Germany’s hoppy export in the Unexpected…
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Every year, from September 15-October 15, Fort Worth pulses with festivities for Hispanic Heritage Month. This year’s events and activities will showcase the diversity and unity of the Hispanic community in Fort Worth. Enjoy live music, parades, festivals, food and drinks from the vibrant…
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Juneteenth, or June 19, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, as the Civil War was ending, a Union general issued orders for the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas. The day was recognized as a federal holiday in 2021 when President Biden…
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Every day in Fort Worth is a great day for margaritas, but February 22nd is the nationally recognized date to celebrate the perfect combination of tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur. The cocktail is known for its pairing with Mexican food, but the refreshing, simple cocktail can be enjoyed in…
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When Leslie Knope created Galentine’s Day on NBC’s Parks and Rec, she probably had no idea she was creating a new unofficial holiday for the girls. Galentine’s Day, February 13th, has become a day of celebration for the girlfriends that sustain us and help keep us sane. So text the group chat and…
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Fort Worth bubbles over in culture, and discovering Lunar New Year activities in our city during your February visit is a must! Lunar New Year is the time of the year where those celebrating reunite with their families, and the holiday is celebrated for multiple days. While 2024 is the year of the…
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Experience the emblematic and always exciting Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, an extravaganza rich in Western heritage and tradition. Held at Dickies Arena, the nation’s premier facility for rodeo, the FWSSR is a treasured staple in Fort Worth, a cultural touchstone that celebrates the enduring…
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During the holidays, lights sparkle across the city of Fort Worth. From Christmas trees in Sundance Square and the Stockyards to the Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway, there are so many ways to enjoy the season’s illumination displays. So don a warm coat and gloves (and maybe even a cup of…
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You don't have to take a trip to New York to see the best of Broadway! Thanks to Performing Arts Fort Worth and presenting sponsor PNC Bank, the 2023-2024 Broadway at the Bass Season is set to bring a new slate of shows to downtown Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall. Opened in 1998, Bass Hall is…
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