Fort Worth will always be No. 1 in our hearts. | Photo by @jrh79_
If you’ve been keeping up with our newsletter, it’s no surprise 2024 was a packed year for our city. We’re taking a look back at what some national outlets and organizations ranked Fort Worth.
US Census Bureau
"Top 15 Largest-Gaining Cities” | Ranked No. 2 Trailing San Antonio — hey,SATXtoday — by 605 people, Cowtown is booming with population growth + is the second-fastest growing city in the nation. Fun fact: Fort Worth recently surpassed Austin as the fourth largest city in Texas — sorry, not sorry ATXtoday.
"Most Diverse Cities in America” | Ranked No. 23 Cowtown came in No. 4 in Texas — following Arlington, Houston, and Killeen — with a population that is 37% white, 35% Hispanic, and 19% African American.
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Asked
Asked
What was DFW Airport’s capacity last year?
OAG Aviation ranked DFW Airport the No. 5 busiest airport in the world in 2024, according to total airline capacity for both domestic and international flights.
A. 48,852,986 seats B. 49,218,244 seats C. 51,516,707 seats D. 55,204,580 seats
NOT STOCK | Friday, Jan. 17-Saturday, Jan. 18 | Times vary | Tulips Fort Worth | $22+ | The fourth annual boutique music festival will feature acts like Fastball, Henry the Archer, Michael Cera Palin, and Red Sun.
TCU Womens Basketball | 6:30 p.m. | Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena | $11+ | The No. 10 Horned Frogs will host the No. 23 Utah Utes.
Saturday, Jan. 18
MLK Spoken Word Competition | 6-8 p.m. | Dock Book Shop | $0+ | Showcase your rhyming talent at the second annual event honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Grady Spencer & the Work | 7-11 p.m. | Magnolia Motor Lounge | $20+ | The local groove-based rock and roll band will perform with special guest Ronnie and the Redwoods.
Sunday, Jan. 19
Whiskey Blending Sessions | 1 p.m. | Acre Distilling Co. | $25+ | Sample four whiskeys + blend your own bottle to take home.
Puzzle Race Competition | 5-7 p.m. | Game Theory Restaurant + Bar | $30+ | Flex your mental muscles in this problem-solving competition — tickets include appetizers, soft drinks, and a 500-piece puzzle to take home.
Next time you’re downtown, don’t head to Starbucks if you need to use the toilet — the chain is no longer allowing people to sit or use their restrooms without first purchasing something. Try Corrida Coffee instead, which is located inside of the Renaissance Worthington Hotel. (Wall Street Journal)
Tech
Time is ticking for TikTok’s potential demise. The clock app may soon no longer be available in the US App store, pending a Supreme Court ruling. Don’t fret just yet — you can still scroll (albeit less mindlessly) through FTWtoday’s Instagram feed of new local coffee shops, exciting updates, and plenty of memes.
Real Estate
How much apartment space can $1,500 get you in Cowtown? According to RentCafe, $1,500 a month can land you 918 sqft. Compare that to Dallas, where the same rent will get you 815 sqft on average.
Travel
Valentine’s Day getaway, anyone? According to Expedia, January and February are two of the cheapest months to travel — you can spend 15% less on flights and 45% less on hotel rooms compared to summer rates. Perhaps now is a good time to plan that ski trip to Angel Fire, New Mexico. (New York Times)
Community
It’s not fun, but the IRS will start processing 2024 tax returns on Monday, Jan. 27. Tax season might be nothing new, but the IRS has new chatbot tech to help answer your basic questions. Starting in February, you can also get free tax assistance through VITA.
Number
29 years old. That’s the average age of newlyweds in Texas. If you’re tying the knot (or want to throw one heck of a party), we have some venues in mind. (Axios)
Trending
Mocha mousse. That’s Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, which was selected through global research and analysis to reflect “our desire for comfort” and “the indulgence of simple pleasures.” See if you can spy any mocha mousse shades in these 30 murals around Fort Worth.
Finance
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Dance the night away
Stop by Tannahill’s Tavern for songs, sips, and sweet new finds. | Photo by FTWtoday
Holiday concert season may have ended, but there’s still plenty of music to be heard across DFW. You’d best believe we’re checking the schedules at these 20+ live music venues across the metroplex to bejewel our 2025 calendars.
Will Rogers Auditorium | Capacity: 2,800+ Featured in the iconic film “Pure Country” with Texas legend George Strait, the venue features an Art Deco design and ample seating for world-class performances like the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Upcoming events include Clint Black and “NARUTO: the Symphonic Experience.”
Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall | Capacity: 1,000 The Mule Alley music hall opened in 2022 by chef and local entrepreneur Tim Love. The spaces feature VIP suites, full concert concessions + space to hold private events like weddings and corporate gatherings.
Tulips FTW | Capacity: 600 The Near Southside venue features a varied roster of acts from genres like Texas country, Latin funk, hip-hop, and Indie. Aside from a live music stage, the restaurant has a full bar and outdoor patio, food trucks, and 18 beers on tap.
A reading journal. Use it to write notes about the books you’re reading — like quotes that catch your eye, pages you want to come back to, and your overall rating. Pro tip: Use multicolor pens to make filling out your journal even more fun.
Save the date — vegan bakery and ice cream shop Dreamboat Donuts will merge with Spiral Diner on Tuesday, March 25. The donut shop will move down the street into the Magnolia staple and be open Tuesday-Sunday. Until then, the shop will be open at PS1200 Wednesday-Sunday.
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