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We asked, and you answered: The key to impressing guests is “setting the perfect vibe.” Before welcoming family and friends into your home this holiday season, consider these five tips to enhance the vibe in your spaces — at up to 80% off.
Yes, Black Friday came early. Now until Sunday, Dec. 1, you can snag the lowest prices of the year during Wayfair’s extended Black Friday sale. Psst... Check back on Dec. 2 for Cyber Monday deals, too.
Here’s what we recommend checking off your list:
Pro tip: Warm lighting makes for an extra-cozy atmosphere. These dimmable Edison light bulbs will do the trick.
3. Minimize clutter
Storage doesn’t have to be an eyesore. You can tuck away miscellaneous items (think: books and games) in this extendable coffee table and store shoes in this natural rattan shoe storage cabinet that always seems to be trending online.
Make & Take: Thanksgiving Desserts | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Central Market Fort Worth | $85 | Create flaky pie dough, cream cheese dough, apple filling, and pecan tassies to get ready for Thanksgiving.
Lightscape | Tuesday, Nov. 26-Sunday, Jan. 5 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | $12+ | The holiday display returns for its third consecutive year with more than a million holiday lights.
Holiday in the Park | Tuesday, Nov. 26-Tuesday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | Six Flags Over Texas, Arlington | $47+ | Experience enchanting holiday magic for the entire family featuring musical shows, twinkling lights, holiday treats, Santa, and much more.
Wednesday, Nov. 27
Tianyu Lights Festival | Times vary | Texas Trust Festival Grounds, Grand Prairie | $16+ | Experience the adventures of Koda, live music, and dance performances at this whimsical kid-friendly lights show.
Thursday, Nov. 28
Operation Turkey Fort Worth 2024 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Library Bar | Free | Volunteer to help prepare, package, and deliver meals to locals in need.
Dallas Cowboys | 3:30 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | $33+ | Will “America’s Team” beat the New York Giants on Turkey Day this year?
The city will be shifting trash pick up by one day this week starting on Thursday, Nov. 28. In addition, Fort Worth is hosting its 2024 Holiday Grease Roundup initiative to safely dispose of any leftover cooking fats, oils, and grease. Take your FOGs to any one of the four drop-off stations through Friday, Jan. 10.
Announced
The 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge tickets are now on sale. This PGA tournament occurs Monday, May 19-Sunday, May 25, 2025. Children under the age of 15 receive free admission.
Development
The third H-E-B grocery store in Tarrant County (and fifth in the metroplex), broke ground last week. The $40.8 million project is slated to be complete by mid-2026 and will feature a gas station, car wash, and pharmacy located at the Bedford-Euless line. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Community
City Council approved moving up all city park curfews from 11:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. amid rule violations and safety concerns. The new curfew will take effect Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. Then, all city parks will align with Trinity Trails operating hours. (Fort Worth Report)
Trending
“Yellowstone” creator and Fort Worthian Taylor Sheridan is lassoing in some famous friends to attend the first annual National Cutting Horse Association Celebrity Cutting at Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum on Friday, Nov. 29. Among the list of celebs is Nicole Kidman and Luke Grimes. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Travel
BetUS ranked DFW Airport’s TGI Friday’s the best airport bar in the nation. A major factor contributing to Friday’s 3.9 Google rating is its affordability. If you are traveling this holiday season, consider stopping by for a signature whiskey-glazed steak or the famous potato skins. (WFAA)
Weather
WFAA meteorologist Mariel Ruiz is keeping tabs on Thanksgiving weather trends. A cold front is headed to North Texas tomorrow, which will bring cooler temps Thanksgiving morning.
Eat
We’ll take another serving of corn casserole, please. That’s the side dish that reigns supreme in Texas, according to Google search trends. Find some other great local eats for your Thanksgiving. (Delish)
Listen
Fort Worth Public Library’s free music service, Amplify 817, is adding 10 new artists to its local collection. The service will also add five new albums by existing artists. Take a listen.
Sports
Don’t drop the puck. Stay ahead of Dallas Stars hockey every day + get a recap of last night’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes from the local experts of the Dallas Stars with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Home
Don’t let drafty windows cause your energy bill to increase as temperatures drop. Prepare your home for winter with Renewal by Andersen® premium windows and doors. Get your free quote.*
The Buy
The Buy
An electric salt and pepper grinder set that’s 20% off for early Black Friday. Snag one for just over $20 for yourself or as a holiday gift for your chef-iest friend.
I’m definitely getting more and more into the holiday mood. On Sunday, I attended my first Parade of Lights downtown. You can bet we stayed until the very end just to wave to Santa Claus. He is, in fact, coming to town.
