Relax and unwind at these indulgent Fort Worth spas
The membership-based Canyon Ranch Wellness Club will open in December. | Photo by Canyon Ranch
Whether you need a day out for yourself or the perfect gift for a loved one — here are four spas in Fort Worth where you can spend the day in fluffy robes, with your phone locked away, and cucumber water in hand.
Canyon Ranch Wellness Club, The Crescent Fort Worth
Expected to open in December, the private luxury health and fitness spa spans 26,000 sqft with state-of-the-art workout equipment, 100+ weekly fitness classes, and a luxurious full-service spa and salon. Relax and unwind in the steam room connected to an elegant member lounge.
Notable services: Hot yoga, candle massage, sole rejuvenation, and hair + scalp treatment
Milk + Honey Spa, The Shops at Clearfork
Find a spa service that’s right for you with a wide range of offerings like massages, facials, waxing, and lashes. Plus, don’t miss out on med spa treatments like minimally invasive enhancement procedures. The spa also has a full range of hair treatments including color, cut, and extensions.
Notable services: Pre-natal massage, laser treatments, skin rejuvenation, and natural nail therapy
Take a day for yourself this holiday season with a trip to the spa. | Photo by milk + honey
Mokara Spa, Omni Fort Worth Hotel
Located on the third floor of the downtown hotel, spa guests can enjoy rejuvenating treatments including soothing massages, facials, and body wraps. Make time for a couple’s spa day or a day out with your friends.
Notable services: Hot stone massage, reflexology, youthful glow facial, and lavender body buff
Hiatus Spa + Retreat, Artisan Circle
With eight locations across Texas, this spa offers something for everyone including massages, facials, and body treatments like acupuncture. There’s also a med spa on site that offers Botox, Kybella, and microneedling.
Notable services: Energizing scalp massage, anti-aging hand treatment, gua sha facial, and mani + pedis
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 29
Prairie Lights | Wednesday, Nov. 29-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 6-10 p.m. | Prairie Lights, 5610 Lake Ridge Pkwy., Grand Prairie | $50-$149 | This annual tradition features a magical drive-through tunnel of lights and outdoor activities like holiday village carnival rides.
Thursday, Nov. 30
Jamba Juice & Auntie Anne’s Grand Opening | Thursday, Nov. 30 | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | Jamba Juice and Auntie Anne’s, 7046 Blue Mound Rd., Fort Worth | Free | Come out for a chance to win free smoothies and pretzels for a year — plus, the first 100 guests will get swag bags and samples.
Meet the Maker | Thursday, Nov. 30 | 5-7 p.m. | Toro Toro, 200 Main St., Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Guests can sample award-winning spirits from Glenfiddich Whiskey and enjoy delicious craft cocktails with happy hour pricing.
Dallas Cowboys | Thursday, Nov. 30 | 7:15 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | $24-$735 | The Dallas Cowboys will take on the Seattle Seahawks.
Friday, Dec. 1
First Friday at the Modern | Friday, Dec. 1 | 5 p.m. | The Modern, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth | Free | The museum + Café Modern are teaming up for live music from the First Friday House Band, drink specials, and tasty light bites.
Ryan Place Jingle and Mingle 2023 | Friday, Dec. 1 | 7-10 p.m. | Ryan Place, 1302 Elizabeth Blvd., Fort Worth | $44 | Kick off the holiday season in the historic neighborhood with home tours, food, drinks, and entertainment.
The owners of Downtown Cowtown at the Isis said that they will no longer operate the theater. In an online post, owners Jeffrey Smith and Debbie Garrett-Smith thanked the community for its support over the last two years since they took over. There’s no word when or if the theater will reopen.
Announced
Earlier this week, the Fort Worth Public Library announced Midori Clark as the new director. Clark was previously the director of library and cultural services for the city of Aurora, Colorado. Clark will take over on Tuesday, Jan. 2, and replace Manya Shorr, who resigned in May.
Closing
Taco Heads — which Sarah Castillo started as a food truck in 2010 — was sold to chef Tim Love’s restaurant group. The Stockyards location will close Sunday, Dec. 31 and the restaurant near Dickies Arena will close Thursday, Feb. 29. It’s unclear what Love has planned for the restaurants. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Transit
Take a train ride with Santa and Mrs. Claus to the Dallas Holiday Parade this Saturday, Dec. 2. The Trinity Railway Express is offering a special holiday ride from Fort Worth to EBJ Union Station in Dallas where larger-than-life floats will make their way through downtown.
Concert
Plans are already underway for the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Musical acts include Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Smokey Robinson, Trace Adkins, and Pam Tillis and Little Texas. The event will run from Friday, Jan. 12 to Saturday, Feb. 3. Pre-sale concert tickets are now available.
Drink
Pinky’s up — Thompson’s Bookstore will host a formal holiday tea this Sunday, Dec. 3. “You, Me, and A Cup Of Tea” is open to all ages and includes fruit, pastries, macarons, tea, and a glass of champagne. Grab your tickets.
Watch
A new weekly, half-hour serieson PBS called Texas Parks and Wildlife will explore the great outdoors and local legends, including the Lake Worth Goatman. Other episodes explore areas like Lake Corpus Christi, Prairie Dog Ranch, and Melton Ranch.
Ranked
No. 2. That’s what Fort Worth ranked as one of the worst cities for parking availability. Cowtown scored 1.27/10 for its lack of amenities and parking lots. However, the cost of parking is relatively low at just $75 per month for certain parking garages.
Finance
We aren’t given many 21-month grace periods. Oil checks, doctor appointments, Tax Day... time speeds by between them. But The Ascent found a credit card offering 0% intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months — among the longest we’ve seen to avoid interest charges.Learn more.*
Shop
Which ugly Christmas sweater would you choose? We’re liking: the Santa hat-topped wine glass or the “Home Alone” print featuring Catherine O’Hara.*
Seasonal
❄️ It’s the most wine-derful time of the year
Get into the holiday spirit with these local pop-up bars
Head to the Christmas Capital of Texas and immerse yourself in festive happenings. | Photo by FTWtoday
It’s the holiday season. And while you’re hanging decorations, buying presents, and feeling festive, a few local bars are getting into the spirit too. This year, Santa has gifted Cowtown with several holiday pop-up bars where you can drink and be merry through the end of the year.
Holiday Pop-Up, Brewed
The popular Magnolia eatery has been transformed into a winter wonderland with limited-edition menu items, holiday cocktails, and roasted marshmallows.
Sippin’ Santa, The Down ‘n Out
The Near Southside bar has been transformed into a tiki Christmas pop-up with special menus, cocktails, and special Sippin’ glassware that will be for sale as the perfect holiday gift.
Christmas Pop-Up, Birdie’s Social Club
Take in the breathtaking holiday decor, sip on a festive cocktail, and take a photo in front of the jaw-dropping photo displays just off West 7th Street.
Anything off of this year’s Oprah’s Favorite Things list. We’re seeing: luxury flaky sea salt, all-weather boots, fleece robes, and a baked brie board.
The only form of self-care I really indulge in is getting my nails done, but sometimes I like to treat myself to a massage or facial. I have ClassPass — a price-conscious monthly membership — that I can use for workout classes, spas, and other self-care services. If you’re looking for a variety of fitness options and salons without paying an arm and leg, I highly recommend checking it out.
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