Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

• The event added its first entry fee of 25 cents in 1907.
• Prices vary, but general grounds admission was $12 for adults or $6 for kids in 2024.

Fort Worth Zoo

• The zoo was free until 1972. Then, entry for people 12+ became $1.
• Today, general admission is $20 or $16 for kids (3-12) and seniors.

Six Flags Over Texas

• On opening day in 1961, entry was $2.75 for adults and $2.25 for kids.
• In 2024, single-day tickets are generally $40-$60.

Texas Rangers games

• During the 1972 season, $4 tickets were common.
• Today, the average ticket costs $35-$40, but prices vary by seat and opponent — and are even higher with that World Series Champion status.

Texas Motor Speedway

• Tickets for the first-ever race were $5-$80 at the box office.
• In 2024, the average ticket price is $95.22, though prices can range greatly.

• Cowboy Pub Crawl | Friday, April 5 | 7-9:15 p.m. | Bill Pickett Statue, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $35-$65 | This historic tour explores Cowtown’s legacy while sipping on brews.
• Celebrate The History of Jethro Tull Anniversary Tour | Friday, April 5 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St., Arlington | $34-$89 | Honor the music of the jazzy, British blues band with guitarist Martin Barre.

• Pickleball Singles Mixer | Saturday, April 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Indoor Pickleball Now, 13005 Harmon Rd., Fort Worth | $39.19 | Take a swing at finding true love with this wacky singles mixer — no pickleball experience required.
• 2024 Cowboy Casino Fundraiser | Saturday, April 6 | 6-10 p.m. | Tarrant Events Center, 5230 Denton Highway, Haltom City | $75-$100 | This night of casino games benefits the families of fallen first responders through the Blue Family Fund.
• Texas Outlaws vs. San Diego Sockers | Saturday, April 6 | 7:05 p.m. | Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Dr., Mesquite | $15-$45 | The two teams compete in the Major Arena Soccer League Conference Semifinals.

• Beer Yoga | Sunday, April 7 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Panther Island Brewing, 501 N. Main St., Fort Worth | $25 | BYO mat and stretch out with yogi Morgan — ticket includes one-hour class and two pints.
• Panther City Lacrosse vs. Philadelphia Wings | Sunday, April 7 | 3 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $10-$83 | The local lacrosse team faces their East Coast opponents.

• Bell Textron Inc. is planning to build a $429 million manufacturing facility in Fort Worth. The Texas Comptroller recommended approving the aerospace manufacturer’s Chapter 403 application — a program that abates property values for 10 years for projects that create job opportunities. Construction could start by July. (The Dallas Morning News)

• Elementary students at Fort Worth ISD are on the quest to name Fort Worth’s first official bird, and they want the community to decide. Vote today for the species you think best represents our city; the winner will be presented to City Council for an official proclamation. (Fort Worth Report)

• Did you hair that? Southlake-based PureSana Salon opened its second location at 1070 W. Magnolia Ave. earlier this week. The beauty brand offers hair services like cuts, styling, coloring services, and extensions.

• Here’s the scoop, Monday’s total solar eclipse is getting a tasty twist at Morgan’s Ice Cream Co. The local brand will be serving a special Cozmic Brownie flavor at both of its shops to celebrate the phenomenon. Get the chocolatey scoop with brownie bits and colorful rainbow sprinkles only on Monday, April 8 until sellout.

• We’re hopping with excitement for Frogapalooza, touching down at Amon G. Carter Stadium on Saturday, April 27. The celebration of TCU football will feature a scrimmage at 2 p.m. Plus, there will be carnival games, live music, $3 food and drinks, and sidewalk sales.

• Superstar Selena Gomez is embarking on her next culinary adventure in her new show “Selena + Restaurant.” The Grand Prairie native will work with celebrity chefs in trendy LA restaurants to create menu-worthy dishes. The show debuts on Thursday, May 2, on Food Network and will stream on Max.

• Dive into how the Rangers’ improved their offense and Nate Eovaldi’s performance against the Rays. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Rangers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
  

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