Free kid-friendly activities during Fort Worth’s spring break

Keep the kiddos busy with these free events around the 817.

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The Stockyards also offers trail rides and longhorn photos.

Spring break is here for Fort Worth ISD and surrounding school districts. If you’re searching for ways to keep the kiddos busy, look no further. Here are some free family-friendly events taking place in Fort Worth this week.

Spring Breakaway Stockyards Style | Through Sunday, March 19 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave. | Families can enjoy live music and lawn games while soaking up the sun in the Wild West atmosphere.

Art Break! | Through Friday, March 17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St. | Spend time in the galleries and get an up-close look at paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Be sure to stop by the Art Break stations to hear from local artists.

Spring Break at the Carter | Through Friday, March 17 | 1-4 p.m. | Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. | Students of all ages are invited to take part in gallery games, art making, and other daily creative challenges.

Bonus: The Fort Worth Public Library is hosting various events throughout the week including story times, painting classes, and arts and crafts at its branches across the city.