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Sunshine break: Enjoy the outdoors at these 25 Fort Worth parks

The duck pond is just one feature of the beautiful Trinity Park. | Photo by @ftwtoday

Whether you’re looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, Fort Worth features nearly 300 parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy.

Ready to plan your trip to the park? Grab your shades and trusty water bottle — here are some of Cowtown’s best:

Nature parks 🌳

Gateway Park, 751 Beach St.
The 792-acre park was dedicated in 1979 as a greenbelt developed along the Trinity River to replace the Riverside Sewage Treatment Plant. Now, the expansive park features canoe launches and mountain biking trails.

Sycamore Community Park, 2525 E. Rosedale St.
Renowned urban planner George Kessler helped plan the area that was originally known as Glenwood Park in the early 1900s. Renamed in the 1950s, the 154-acre park includes a former golf course that is turning back into nature through a process called “urban rewilding.”

FTW-dream-park — Kids of all abilities will love the colorful climbing attractions at Dream Park. | Photo by the City of Fort Worth

Family fun zones 🎡

Forest Park, 1500 Colonial Pkwy.
The 120-acre park includes both the Fort Worth Zoo and the Log Cabin Village. People of all ages and abilities can play at the inclusive playground near the park’s northern edge.

Dream Park Playground, 2001 University Dr.
Little ones can enjoy 57,000 sqft of play space designed for all abilities. Located inside Trinity Park, the playground features soft surfaces and adaptive swings.

FTW-calhound-dog-park — Let your furry friend free at Calhound Dog Park. | Photo by the City of Fort Worth

Doggie destinations 🐶

Fort Woof Dog Park, 751 Beach St.
Located inside Gateway Park, this five-acre destination was ranked the No. 1 Dog Park in the Nation by Dog Fancy Magazine in 2006. There are designated zones for both small and large pups, agility courses, and shaded areas.

Sports courts and courses 🏀

Ciquio Vasquez Park, 1000 Echo Lake Dr.
Batter up — this southeast park is home to baseball and softball fields and is the site of the future Patrick Zamarripa Ballfield Complex. The 41-acre park was dedicated in 2017.

14 MORE PARKS TO EXPLORE

What is your favorite park activity to do in our city?

A. Walking my dog
B. Spending time with the kiddos
C. Having a picnic
D. Jogging or working out

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Monday, Feb. 13

Galentine’s Day and New Girl Trivia | Monday, Feb. 13 | 7-9 p.m. | Martin House Brewing Company, 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Unleash your inner Jessica Day while sipping on a Risque Rosé seltzer and a My Heart Beets for You chocolate stout.

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Cheating Songs | Tuesday, Feb. 14 | 8-10 p.m. | The Post at River East, 2925 Race St., Fort Worth | $10-$40 | Need an anti-Valentine’s event? Raised Right Men will be playing covers of classic country songs if you’re not feelin’ the love this year.

Wednesday, Feb. 15

Hacker Humpday | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 8-9 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Join the Fort Worth Hackers to discuss and share technology ideas and plans.

Thursday, Feb. 16

Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | Tannahill’s Tavern and Music Hall, 122 E. Exchange, Ste. 200, Fort Worth | $30-$57 | Go your own way — right to this tribute to the famous British-American rock back.

Friday, Feb. 17

College Baseball Showdown | Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr., Arlington | $36-$80 | Batter up — cheer on TCU as they take on Texas, Oklahoma State, Mizzou, Arkansas, and Vanderbilt in the kickoff for college baseball.

Saturday, Feb. 18

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $15-$60 | Celebrate and honor Black cowboys and cowgirls and their contributions to building the West.

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Weather

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Development

Last week, Texas A&M University System Board of Regents doubled the construction budget for the first phase of Texas A&M-Fort Worth, raising the price tag from $85 million to $150 million. The now nine-story Law & Education Building could break ground as early as May. 🏗️

Biz

Congratulations to 21 local businesses who have moved to the next round of the 2023 Fort Worth Business Plan Competition. The selected competitors will now participate in workshops as they work to earn the $10,000 prize. See who made the Top 21.

Traffic

The $1.6 billion Southeast Connector is facing funding challenges that will cause delays. Set to start in March, TxDoT expects the construction project along I-20 and I-820 interchange will only have 11 of the 16 miles finished by the intended completion date of 2027. Learn more. 🚧 (Fort Worth Report)

Opening

Add another barbecue pitstop to your list because Loop 9 BBQ opens Monday, March 6 in Grand Prairie. The restaurant will be the first in a wave of new eateries and hotels coming to EpicCentral at 2951 S. State Hwy. 161 (about 25 minutes east of downtown). 🍖

Jobs

Looking for a new gig and love live music, sports, and other events? Dickies Arena is hiring. Tune up your resume and check out nearly 50 full-time and part-time positions. 💼

Plan Ahead

Fort Worth Fashion Week is returning this spring with a future-focused theme, showcasing collaborations from Texas schools. Get tickets to Fort Worth ISD’s “NEXT GEN” runway show on Monday, Feb. 27 + “The Future” runway show on Friday, March 3. 👗

Seasonal

Valentine’s Day may be tomorrow, but it’s not too late to order that special someone a bouquet of fresh flowers. Don’t have time to cross reference all of the florists in town? Enter: Floom, an online marketplace that partners with talented florists that deliver locally. Shop Valentine’s Day arrangements. 💐 *

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These pants are made for walkin’ 👖

These pants are made for walkin’

Who doesn’t want to wear the toughest clothes on the block? | Giphy by FTWtoday

More than 100 years after its birth, the world’s No. 1 work apparel manufacturer is bringing its signature ads back to its hometown.

Fort Worth-based workwear company Dickies recently announced a partnership with Backlot Studio on South Main Street to shoot all of its product photography.

C.N. Williamson and E.E. “Colonel” Dickie founded the clothing company in 1922, making basic overalls. Dickies soon expanded to jumpsuits and slacks, eventually creating wardrobe essentials for all hard-working folk.

Click the button below to peek into the past at some of our favorite Dickies ads through the decades.

City Editor Kate’s personal favorite — the 1981 ad featuring Dickies-clad models standing inside giant colorful horseshoes — classic Cowtown.

PANTS OF THE PAST

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kate.

Editor’s pick: Speaking of parks — It’s not too late to share your thoughts on the city’s first Urban Forestry Master Plan. Participate in a virtual workshop (Wednesday, Feb .15 at 6 p.m.) or a brief survey about what you’d like to see in Cowtown’s green infrastructure. 🌳

Missed Friday’s newsletter? See what residential developments are opening this year.

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