For the ones who want a night out on the town

• Take their breath away with stunning views of the city at these eight rooftop bars.
• Snag tickets for the next performance at Bass Performance Hall.
• Enjoy a quintessentially “Fort Worth” evening strolling the Stockyards, catching a rodeo, or trying our cocktail crawl.

If the way to their heart is through their stomach

• Embrace your inner Bobby Flay with a hands-on cooking class at one of these six local studios.
• Source ingredients (and don’t forget the flowers) at one of Fort Worth’s 10+ farmers markets before making dinner together at home.
• Lean into the romance and learn more about star signs with a tasting at these local wine bars matched with the Zodiac calendar.

If you want an “old fashioned”-style date

• Check out one of these six speakeasy-style bars for a blast from the past.
• Head to Coyote Drive-In for a late-night drive-in movie with a dose of nostalgia.
• Learn new dancing skills with a class at the Swing Dance Syndicate.

• Bulls, Bands & Barrels 2024 Finals | Friday, Aug. 23-Saturday, Aug. 24 | 7 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum | $42-$164 | Watch top riders compete for the championship, then stick around for live country music.

• Make & Take: Decorated Focaccia | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 12-2 p.m. | Central Market Fort Worth | $70 | Create your own focaccia decorated with an assortment of herbs, vegetables, and other toppings.
• Salsa Night Out | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. | Cafe Americana | Free | Learn Salsa and Bachata as a beginner or experienced dancer — the kitchen will stay open until closing time.

• Art Jam | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | The Real Unreal — Meow Wolf Grapevine | $25-$45 | Tickets include access to the exhibit plus a dance party, interactive writing activities, music sessions, and other guided activities.
• Spicy Wing Challenge | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 4-5 p.m. | El Chingon Fort Worth | Free | The first person to finish 10 spicy wings will win an ultimate VIP experience.
• 85 South: “Big Business Comedy Tour” | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 7 p.m. | Dickies Arena | $26-$126 | Tickle your funny bone at this freestyle comedy event with Karlous Miller, DC Young Fly, and Chico Bean.

• Boiling Tails Co.
• Grounds and Gold
• M’Jays House of Smoke
• And more

• Los Vaqueros’ Stockyards location has reopened. The Tex-Mex restaurant closed the space in July to move into a new spot on Rodeo Plaza, but announced a reopening for its 30-year anniversary + the continuation of regular business hours. (WFAA)

• Officials recently broke ground on a 100-acre entertainment district in Mansfield. Upon completion, the development is set to include a 7,000-seat multisport stadium and a High 5 Entertainment venue. (Fort Worth Report)

• Intelligent power management company Eaton Corp. PLC recently announced that it will install ~$10 million worth of equipment at DFW Airport’s electric Central Utility Plant in 2025. The plant is expected to help the airport achieve net-zero carbon emissions. (WFAA)

• Over $32,000. That’s how much local organization Mercy Clinic will receive via a national grant to help cover the cost of medications and supplies. The clinic provides free medical, dental, and prescription services to uninsured south Fort Worth residents. (Fort Worth Report)

• Mr. Gatti’s Pizza will open its new Seminary Hill location on Monday, Aug. 26 at 11 a.m. The pizza and entertainment chain will offer special raffle prizes and Gatti’s swag throughout the week.

• The State Fair of Texas revealed its Big Tex choice award winners. The Dominican Fritura Dog won “best taste” in the savory category, while Rousso’s Cotton Candy Bacon on a Stick took home the sweet title. “Most creative” went to Texas Sugar Rush pickles. Check out the other finalists.

• Texas State Park pass holders will not see a price increase after September 1, despite previous announcements. The decision to increase prices for the Texas State Park Pass + Youth Group Annual Pass has been reversed, according to the Texas Parks and Wildfire Department. (The Dallas Morning News)

• Two local ZIP codes were listed in Realtor.com’s survey of the hottest housing markets in America. Bedford’s 76021 ZIP code was ranked No. 37, while Flower Mound’s 75028 ZIP code came in at No. 40. (CultureMap Fort Worth)

• Good news from WFAA’s morning meteorologist Greg Fields: Temperatures look like they may come down over Labor Day weekend, and there’s a small chance of rain late next week. Fingers crossed.

• TCU head football coach Sonny Dykes said that he believes the Horned Frogs can bounce back this year, but how will he handle cornerbacks coach Carlton Buckles’ reported departure? Listen as the local experts discuss the change on Locked On’s daily podcast. (WFAA)
  

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