Culture

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History
This Fort Worth-area museum was just named “Best New Museum” in the US
Located in Arlington, the National Medal of Honor Museum outranked other museums in DC, Chicago, and Kansas City.
January 05, 2026 09:00 AM
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Your carriage awaits at Bass Performance Hall
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Arts
Lay down some tracks at the downtown YMCA’s 4All Studios
The studio space, which offers time with professional sound engineers, is available for booking.
August 6, 2024
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Ted Bauer
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Culture
What’s a “brat summer” and how do I have one?
Thanks to Charli XCX’s hit pop album, we’re here to decode why “brat” is all over the airwaves, internet, and right outside your front door.
August 5, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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You’ll be on cloud wine at GrapeFest
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Sports
How Fort Worth-area Olympians performed in the Paris 2024 Olympics
North Texans were well-represented at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. See who landed on the podium.
July 25, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
37 spirits made by Texas-based companies
Whether you’re on the hunt for whiskey, tequila, gin, rum, or something entirely different, we’ve found a Texas-owned spirit to sip.
July 24, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Fort Worth-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Cowtown nod there — these craft beers found around Fort Worth take local pride seriously.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Fort Worth.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Fort Worth from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
July 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
Meet the team behind FTWtoday
City Editors Kate and Ted manage the daily newsletter and social media accounts, while sales executive Mari helps curate partnerships with our favorite local companies.
July 10, 2024
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A cyclist zooms past the camera by the Trinity River. He is blurry, implying he is moving fast from left to right on the trail, and trees cast a shadow over the trail. Downtown Fort Worth is visible in the distance, with buildings of various heights jutting out of the background beneath a mostly blue sky with some wispy clouds.
Travel and Outdoors
Trails to hike and run on in Fort Worth
Now the glorious spring weather is back, we’ve got the best spots to get those steps in, wildlife watch, and catch some rays.
April 9, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Try this: DFW Airport’s first robotic barista
Meet Gizmo — DFW Airport’s hardest-working 24/7 automated brewing machine.
April 8, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture

Adult birthday party ideas that take the cake in Fort Worth
It’s your birthday, you can party if you want to.
April 4, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Real Estate
Native plants to add to your garden
Fill your garden with these pretty pollinators that attract migrating butterflies.
April 3, 2025
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Kate Mazade
Crowds walk through Main Street in downtown Fort Worth during the Main St. Arts Festival; white tents filled with artists and vendors line the path.
Culture
MAIN ST. Arts Festival + Fort Worth Art Fair return to downtown Cowtown
April is for art in Fort Worth.
April 2, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Play
50+ of the best patios for outdoor dining in Fort Worth
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Fort Worth’s many beautiful patios.
April 1, 2025
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City
Check out these 3 super secret hidden gems in Fort Worth
Have you ever heard of Billy Bob’s?
March 31, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Food
Where to find the viral Dubai chocolate in Fort Worth
This viral treat may have taken over the internet, and we’re hunting down where you can get your hands on it near Fort Worth.
March 28, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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History
Then and now: 4 iconic cowgirls of Cowtown
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting four Cowtown cowgirls — past and present — who moo’ved mountains in their industry
March 26, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Sports
History is made: TCU women’s basketball fan facts
If you don’t watch basketball, but want to know what’s happening with the TCU women’s basketball team, here’s a cheat sheet on what you need to know.
March 24, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings