Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas | Photo by Kevin Brown/State Fair of Texas
Lucky you. You just found FTWtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events that are taking place around Cowtown each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, and text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month.
Butterflies in the Garden | Saturday, March 1-Wednesday, April 30 | Times vary | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | $0+ | See thousands of live, exotic butterflies from around the world as they flitter through the Rainforest Conservatory.
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 9 | Times vary | Panther Island Pavilion | $17.50+ | Spend an afternoon under the big top at the world’s largest circus.
Trinity Flyfest | Saturday, March 8 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | River Park Trailhead | Free | Reel in a day of fun with a Big Trout Contest, kids activities, presentations, and vendors.
Spring Gallery Night | Saturday, March 29 | 12 p.m. | Multiple locations | Free | Join the Fort Worth Art Dealers Association and tour galleries, museums, businesses, and local restaurants to see artwork from local, regional, and international artists.
Cakes, Babes & Boards | 6-9 p.m. | 8376 Davis Blvd. Ste. 233, North Richland Hills | $120+ | It’s not too late to celebrate Valentine’s Day — grab your sweetie and learn how to decorate a cake + assemble a charcuterie board.
“Destroying David” | Friday, Feb. 21-Saturday, Feb. 22 | Times vary | Circle Theatre | $35+ | The new play by Jason Odell Williams follows an art restorer exploring the history of Michelangelo’s masterpiece in the midst of personal tragedy.
Saturday, Feb. 22
2025 Cowtown Marathon | 7 a.m. | Cultural District | $55+ | Get last minute spots in the 10K or the kids 5K to support Children’s Activities for Life & Fitness.
Cliburn Family Concerts: Voyager | Saturday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Feb. 23 | Times vary | Fort Worth Museum of Science and History | $20+ | Jet set on a musical journey through the solar system with a concert in the new Omni Theater.
Mardi Gras Gala | 7-10 p.m. | Southside Preservation Hall | $25 | Don your mask and beads to dance the night away in support of Fairmount Community Library.
Sunday, Feb. 23
TCU Women’s Basketball | 11 a.m. | Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena | $5 | Watch the No. 10 Horned Frogs tip off against West Virginia.
Ballet Folklorico Azteca de Fort Worth | 4-5 p.m. | St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church | Free | Don’t miss the chance to see the vibrant performance of Mexican music, dance, and fashion.
Spirits sales are down by 1.1% — with one exception. Tequila sales are up by 2.9%. As good an excuse as any for National Margarita Day tomorrow (and our approved margarita spots).
Eat
Are you heading to Chick-fil-A this weekend? You’re not alone. The restaurant is the top-rated fast food chain in Texas. Just don’t forget to show our local chicken spots some love, too — we recommend Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken. (Brilliantmaps.com)
Job
Dream jobs alert. Check out this week’s top new job listings on FTWtoday’s Job Board — including a Social Media Manager position at Brightly Creative.
Pet
French Bulldogs are the most popular breed of dog in America, according to Visual Capitalist. Whether you’re a Frenchie fan or a Labrador lover, the Fort Worth Animal Care and Control has plenty of adoptable pets worth your affection — including Snoopy, a two-year-old Alaskan Klee Kai with two-toned eyes.
Number
~$80.2 billion. That was DoorDash’s 2024 gross order value, which reminds us that we didn’t pick up groceries today... time for a local pizza delivery. (Sherwood News)
Kids
Imagine an experience where your child can take a walk on the wild side of the Fort Worth Zoo. With 10 week-long, full-day programs to choose from, Summer Zoo Camp is packed with wildlife encounters + exclusive excursions, making it an exciting experience for your little adventurer — secure their spot.*
Business
Psst, small business owners — whether you’re investing in new equipment, hiring staff, or managing cash flow, Fora Financial has flexible funding options for you. Get funded fast.*
Community
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City Guide
City Guide
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Who wouldn’t want to live in the hustle and bustle of downtown? | Photo by FTWtoday
City Editor Kate, here — I’m looking for a new place to live when my lease ends in a couple months. Maybe, I’ll use our guide to see which Fort Worth neighborhood best aligns with my zodiac sign.
I’m was born during the Sagittarius-Capricorn cusp, so I’ve got a couple of options. No matter which area I end up in, living in Fort Worth is written in the stars.
Sagittarius: Ridglea Hills | Nov. 22-Dec. 21
This sign’s need for constant change and adventure can be fed with easy access to the bustling Camp Bowie Boulevard and a quiet getaway to the 10-acre Luther Lake, located in the middle of Ridglea Hills.
Capricorn: Downtown | Dec. 22-Jan. 19
With how hardworking you are, you’ll be pleased to hear there are plenty of spots downtown to network and work remotely. The neighborhood is home to beautifully restored buildings + residences that stand alongside modern skyscrapers.
Babbel’s expert-designed foreign language lessons, on sale for 60% off for President’s Day. Babbel’s 10-minute daily lessons focus on real-world phrases, practical conversation skills, and cultural tips, so on your next trip abroad, you’ll do more than just point at menus.Shop the limited-time sale and make travel easier, more fun, and way more immersive.*
Say good morning to Turbo — if you can catch him, that is. The three-month-old southern white rhino calf was born to Xena and Kahari at Fossil Rim Nature Center in Glen Rose. The zooming baby will make his public debut mid-March.
Answered
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Which performances are you interested in most?
Bringing back the 60s — earlier this week, we shared the 14 fabulous musicals coming to Bass Performance Hall as part of the 2025-2026 Broadway at the Bass series.
We asked our readers which seats they were going to snag first and 64% of respondents will be crooning “Sweet Caroline” with tickets to “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.”
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