Arrive at 5 p.m. for registration, then head to the cash bar and enjoy a cocktail hour and appetizers while you wait for the doors to open at 7:15 p.m. The Omni Fort Worth Hotel is offering three premium packages for guests starting at $299 — one including an artist meet-and-greet.
Here’s the scoop on what you can expect during this one-night country music event.
Featured artists
ERNEST | Headlining the event is this Grammy-nominated country-music star — who has collaborated with other country talents such as Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll.
Jenna Paulette | The Texas native — who has already landed brand deals with Justin Boots and Ranch Water — will showcase her vocals and her neo-traditional country sound.
Colleyville Wine, Women & Wealth Networking Event | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Events and Experiences, Colleyville | Free | Secure your spot to grow you network at this fun and engaging event with wine tastings and appetizers.
Thursday, May 15
Champagne & Caviar Night | 7-9 p.m. | Kimpton Harper Hotel | $130 | Attend a specially-curated, four-course dinner that includes linguine alla olio, American caviar, crème brûlée, and bubbles.
Friday, May 16
“Hung Up on a Dream: The Zombies Documentary” | Friday, May 16-Sunday, May 18 | Times vary | The Modern | $10 | Watch the “Time of the Season” singers’ first feature-length documentary directed by Robert Schwartzman.
Kid Rock’s Rock N Rodeo | 7 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | $63+ | Listen to the “All Summer Long” singer perform during the PBR World Finals.
Woofstock | 2-6 p.m. | Truck Yard | Donation-based | The Woodstock-themed pawty features adoptions with six shelters, dog caricatures, contests, and a dog-focused vendor market.
Fort Worth ISD has narrowed down its list of potential school closures from 25 to 18. Next Tuesday, May 20, the board will put the closures to a vote. If approved, the ISD will begin closing schools at the end of this school year through June 2029. We’ll circle back on this next week. (FOX 4 KDFW)
Sports
Yep, that just happened. The odds that the Dallas Mavericks would win the 2025 NBA Draft lottery were 1.8%, and yet, they did it. There’s buzz that the team will draft Cooper Flagg from Duke, but we’ll find out for sure next month. Follow WFAA sportscaster Jonah Javad for updates. (WFAA)
Development
UT Southwestern’s new radiation oncology center broke ground this week. The 65,000-sqft, $177 million facility will be the largest of its kind in FTW + will provide the first MRI-guided precision radiation treatment for the town. The center is expected to open in 2028. (Fort Worth Report)
Drink
Fort Worth’s own Blackland Distillery will now be distributed to all 50 states. The 6-year-old distillery has been recognized by USA Today as one of the top 10 best new craft distilleries + now fans can find a variety of its products in select retail stores and restaurants. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Trending
Today, Denton will welcome home “American Idol” finalist Breanna Nix. This week, Nix made it to the top three before being eliminated. A parade will start at 4:30 at the downtown square + Nix will perform at 7:30 p.m. in front of the visitor center. (The Dallas Morning News)
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Defenseman Miro Heiskanen returned to the ice last night after being out since January, due to knee surgery. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Stars with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Have you heard of this new thrift store in Arlington? Reclectic just opened off of I-20 last week, and it specializes in mid-tier lifestyle brands, such as Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters, and Nuuly. I may have to stop by this week and report back.
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