Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of Fort Worth’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget.
The concert scene is truly unmatched — from riverfront music venues to massive stadiums, there’s a stage for any type of tune. To get to know them all, you must do three things.
Put your hands in the air, wave ‘em like you just don’t care, then lay your eyes (and ears) on our guide.
Arenas
Dickies Arena | 1911 Montgomery St.
Capacity: 9,300-14,000
Named one of the best venues in the world by Billboard, the multi-purpose arena opened in 2019 and has welcomed some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Later this year, the arena will see George Strait, Shania Twain, and KISS.
Fort Worth Convention Center | 1201 Houston St.
Capacity: 13,500
Constructed in 1868, the convention center has undergone several renovations including the most recent in 2005. The downtown arena holds thousands of major events including sports, concerts, conventions, and trade shows. Plans are in the works for a $95 million renovation project that includes demolishing the saucer-shaped arena.
Will Rogers Auditorium | 3401 W. Lancaster Ave.
Capacity: 2,800+
Featured in the iconic film “Pure Country” with Texas legend George Strait, the venue features an Art Deco design and ample seating for world-class performances like the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Upcoming events include the 817 Celebration with Fort Worth artist Abraham Alexander, Chicago, and David Spade.
AT&T Stadium | 1 AT&T Way, Arlington
Capacity: 80,000
Home to the Dallas Cowboys, the stadium features a retractable roof that can open or close depending on the season — a must in the ever-changing Texas weather. The stadium is host to major events including the Cotton Bowl Classic, Big 12 Championship Game, and 2026 World Cup.
American Airlines Center | 2500 Victory Ave., Dallas
Capacity: 20,000
The Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars, and Dallas Wings call this arena home. Since opening in 2001, a variety of big-name artists have performed including Garth Brooks, Madonna, Bruno Mars, and Justin Timberlake. The arena ranks as one of the busiest in the world.
Fair Park Coliseum | 1438 Coliseum, Dallas
Capacity: 8,500
Located on the State Fair grounds, the multi-purpose venue was originally home to the Dallas Black Hawks ice hockey team and the Dallas Chaparrals basketball team. Now, it host events like Monster Truck Wars.
Bass Performance Hall was built in 1998.
Photo by @that_ldp
Concert halls
Bass Performance Hall | 525 Commerce St.
Capacity: 2,000+
The multi-purpose facility stands out in Sundance Square with its majestic angel sculptures made with Texas limestone quarried near Austin. The venue has hosted hit Broadway shows like “CATS,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma.” This year, guests can look forward to the Tony-nominated Best Musical “Frozen” along with Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Billy Bob’s Texas | 2520 Rodeo Plaza
Capacity: 6,000
Known as the world’s largest honky-tonk, the concert hall was named “Country Music Club of the Year” 12 times by the Academy of Country Music and Best Honky-Tonk in Fort Worth by FTWtoday readers. The venue has welcomed some of the biggest names in the industry + even has a Wall of Fame with autographs and hand prints from Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Garth Brooks.
Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall | 122 E. Exchange Ave.
Capacity: 1,000
The Mule Alley music hall opened in 2022 by chef and local entrepreneur Tim Love. The spaces feature VIP suites, full concert concessions + space to hold private events like weddings and corporate gatherings. This past year it held the inaugural Fort Worth Stockyards Music Festival with keynote speakers and nightly entertainment.
AT&T Performing Arts Center | 2405 Flora St., Dallas
Capacity: 6,580+
The $354-million multi-venue center is located in the Dallas Arts District and includes three performance spaces: Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, and Strauss Square. It is home to Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, The Dallas Opera, Dallas Theater Center, and Texas Ballet Theater. Plus, camp out in Sammons Park for an outdoor concert.
Music Hall at Fair Park | 909 1st Ave., Dallas
Capacity: 3,420
Originally opened in 1925, the Spanish Baroque building has six signature towers that rise over Fair Park. The venue is home to Broadway Dallas, which mounts year-round productions.
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center | 2301 Flora St., Dallas
Capacity: 2,000+
Home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the performance hall is ranked one of the world’s best. Opened in 1989, it was designed by architect I.M. Pei and acoustician Russel Johnson’s Artec Consultants.
Majestic Theater | 1925 Elm St., Dallas
Capacity: 1,700+
Located in the City Center District, the venue is the last remnant of Dallas’ historic Theater Row. Opened in 1921 as a vaudeville theater, the venue now hosts musical, comedy, and dance performances, as well as film screenings.
Outdoor settings
Panther Island Pavilion | 395 Purcey St.
Capacity: 30,000
It’s the ultimate riverfront venue with a stage overlooking the Trinity River and the downtown skyline lit up behind. Some of the biggest festivals in the city are held here including Fort Worth’s Fourth, Rockin’ the River, and the inaugural Shaq’s Bass All-Stars Festival happening Saturday, Sept. 16.
Dos Equis Pavilion | 1818 1st Ave., Dallas
Capacity: 20,000
Originally Starplex Pavilion, the outdoor amphitheater is located in Fair Park and was the first and largest venue of its kind at its opening in 1988. Some of the biggest recent performances include Post Malone, Jason Aldean, Kendrick Lamar, and Ozzy Osborne.
Toyota Music Factory | 316 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
Capacity: 14,500
The entertainment hub has an intimate indoor theater, indoor concert hall, and expansive outdoor amphitheater for live music. Plus, check out the on-site restaurants, bars, and cinema.
Restaurants + bars
White Elephant Saloon | 106 E. Exchange Ave.
Capacity: 150
Originally opened in Hell’s Half Acre, the venue moved to the Stockyards in the 1970s. The venue doubled as Pearl’s Dance Hall in the series “1883,” featuring Tim McGraw and Billy Bob Thornton. It was also used as the CD Bar in the series “Walker, Texas Ranger” starring Chuck Norris.
Magnolia Motor Lounge | 3803 Southwest Blvd.
Capacity: 100+
The nightlife music venue has been a staple in Cowtown for a decade with its quirky bar, nightly live music, and light bites menu. Music fans of all kinds are welcome with artists from a variety of genres including country, rock, and alternative.
Tulips FTW | 112 St. Louis Ave.
Capacity: 600
The Near Southside venue features a varied roster of acts from genres like Texas country, Latin funk, hip-hop, and Indie. Aside from a live music stage, the restaurant has a full bar and outdoor patio, food trucks, and 18 beers on tap.
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium | 111 E. 3rd St.
Capacity: 100+
The Sundance Square restaurant features one of the biggest covered outdoor patios in town with shade from trees and picnic tables for the entire family. Dine at the restaurant to enjoy 80 craft beers on top + enjoy live music on the outdoor stage, weather permitting, on Friday and Saturday nights.
Truck Yard | 3101 Prairie Vista Dr.
Capacity: 200+
Bring the entire family to this outdoor hangout spot with rotating food trucks, a 38-ft. Ferris wheel, live music, and indoor + outdoor patios. Kick back and enjoy live music every evening from local musicians like Cory Brooks and Bobby Duncan.
