We’ve parsed through the lineups and cut through the noise to bring you a monthly roundup of the best live shows in Fort Worth.
JUNE 6-7
The 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Final Concerto Rounds
The 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition comes to a dramatic close with two days of back-to-back concerto performances by the final six competitors after two weeks of solo piano recitals and Mozart concertos at TCU and Bass Performance Hall. Sundance Square will host a watch party celebration, featuring a live simulcast of the final performances and awards ceremony. Following the announcement of the winners, live music and fireworks will continue late into the evening of June 7 to celebrate the grand finale of the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.
JUNE 10–29
Bridge Over Troubled Water at The Reid Cabaret Theatre
As Casa Mañana gears up for another large production on its main stage later this year, you can enjoy an intimate eveningshow at The Reid Cabaret Theatre. Simon & Garfunkel’s most iconic songs come to life in this intimate cabaret tribute at Casa Mañana. From “The Sound of Silence” to “Mrs. Robinson” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” expect powerful, layered harmonies and nostalgic storytelling in a relaxed, up-close setting.
JUNE 12
The Music of John Coltrane at Scat Jazz Lounge
Scat Jazz Lounge pays tribute to one of jazz’s most influential figures with an evening dedicated to the music of John Coltrane. A top-tier ensemble will explore the saxophonist’s iconic recordings, blending soulful melodies with boundary-pushing improvisation. Whether you’re a devoted fan or discovering Coltrane for the first time, expect a powerful night of timeless sound and spiritual depth.
JUNE 20
Night of Strings at the Garden
Baroque meets modern as the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents a striking program of reimagined classics at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden Lecture Hall. A graceful yet commanding presence on the podium, conductor Michelle Di Russo leads works by Caroline Shaw, Ottorino Respighi, and Clarice Assad — three composers known for blending old forms with bold, contemporary voices.
JUNE 27
Bricks in the Wall performs at Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall
Experience the immersive world of Pink Floyd as Bricks in the Wall brings the band’s legendary sound to life at Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall. This 1,000-capacity venue, nestled in Fort Worth’s historic Stockyards and founded by renowned Texas chef Tim Love, offers an intimate setting with top-tier acoustics. Expect a full sensory journey featuring sweeping light shows and faithful renditions of iconic tracks like “Comfortably Numb” and “Shine On You Crazy Diamond.”
JUNE 28
Ashley McBryde Performs at Billy Bob’s Texas
Grammy-winning powerhouse Ashley McBryde returns to Fort Worth for a can’t-miss Saturday night at Billy Bob’s Texas. Known for her gritty vocals and fearless songwriting, McBryde brings the heartland rock and outlaw country edge that made albums like Girl Going Nowhere and The Devil I Know modern classics.
JUNE 29
The Vintage Yell Performs at The Post
Fort Worth’s own The Vintage Yell celebrates the release of their debut EP with a full-band set at The Post. Built around the chemistry of singer-songwriters Jesse Spradlin and Chris Raspante, the Americana duo delivers harmony-driven storytelling with rootsy grit. Their music draws from years of solo work, now reimagined through tight collaboration.