The votes are in for FTWtoday’s 2023 Picture of the Year contest. Check out the finalists below, including the winner that you, our readers, voted for.
Winner: “Disco Ball Hat” by Chelsea R.
After a close battle and more than 1,000 total submissions, “Disco Ball Hat” clinched 31.9% of the votes to be crowned our Picture of the Year winner. This photo is as dreamy and glamorous as a night out in Sundance Square always makes us feel.
Finalist: “Dia de los Muertos Parade” by Chelsea R.
It’s wonderful seeing young folks celebrating their culture and heritage in community events. This photo received the second-most responses with 28.1% of votes.
Finalist: “This Ain’t Dallas” by Paige K.
Not every city parades horses down Main Street — We love how Fort Worth’s western culture is represented in the image at the top of this article. This photo came in close behind with 24.4% of votes.
Finalist: “Bass Hall on New Year’s Eve” by Samantha G.
There’s nothing like celebrating how far we’ve come with a performance at a Fort Worth staple.
Finalist: “Cowtown Marathon” by Stephanie V.
Try not to smile at this runner’s successful jaunt through the Stockyards.
Finalist: “Rodeo Time” by Gilbert A.
Nothing says Fort Worth like a giant cowboy boot in front of Dickies Arena, the Billboard Magazine-ranked No. 1 venue in the world.
Voting closes Sunday, Jan. 28 — so be sure to vote for the photo you think should be crowned the winner of the inaugural FTWtoday Picture of the Year contest. Pssst — don’t forget that the winner will receive a $25 gift card to use at our online marketplace, Six & Main.
