Kwedar & Co. has helped clients such as the Fort Worth Opera and the Fort Worth Chamber. | Photo by Mallory Shelton Photography
According to WalletHub, Fort Worth ranks among the top large cities in the US to start a business, surpassing both Dallas and Houston.
Here at FTWtoday, we’ve got a lot of love for our small businesses. We’re kicking off Small Business Week by sharing nine local businesses that can help get your business off the ground and keep it running. Let’s start with three that’ll improve your brand and communication strategy:
Kwedar & Co. helps small, values-driven businesses cut through the noise by transforming complex or “boring” industries into compelling, unforgettable brands. Schedule a free consultation.
Salted Pages helps make waves online with SEO copy that blends strategy and personality to boost visibility, connect with real people, and impress search engines. Check out the SEO starter kit.
Funkytown Focus: Foto Folklorico | 6:30-9 p.m. | Joe T. Garcia’s | $50 | Remember to bring your camera to the world-famous restaurant to shoot premium content of a Mexican fiesta, a mariachi band, and a colorful folkloric dance troupe.
Tuesday, May 6
Cowtown Comfort Cooking with Celestina Blok & Chef Jon Bonnell | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Central Market Fort Worth | $90 | Join chef Jon Bonnell and food writer Celestina Blok for a demonstration on how to cook some of FTW’s local dishes like Pacific dip, corn chowder, and Texas shrimp and grits.
Wednesday, May 7
Billy Idol: It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again! | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena | $33+ | Fort Worth brings the iconic punk rock legend to the stage with an electrifying performances of his greatest hits and fan favorites.
Thursday, May 8
Build The Thrill | Thursday, May 8-Sunday, May 11 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Grapevine | $23 | Get hands-on with LEGO® bricks to create a mini-figure driver and build an ultimate race car, before putting them through their paces.
Friday, May 9
Post Malone | 7:30 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | $109 | The Grammy Award-winner and Grapevine-born rapper returns to his DFW roots at Cowboys Stadium.
German composer Hans Zimmer, known for scoring musical works for “Dune,” “Interstellar,” and 500+ others, is headed out on tour and is stopping by Cowtown. Zimmer will appear at Dickies Arena on Monday, Sept. 29. Tickets are available now. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Plan Ahead
Celebrate John Wayne Day from Saturday, May 24 to Monday, May 26 at “John Wayne: An American Experience.” Enjoy a variety of events in honor of “The Duke’s” 118th birthday, like daytime activations, a wine dinner, or Memorial Day coffee with the Waynes. Tickets start at $23.
Eat
Spice Wing is coming to Keller this month and will open in the former Subway restaurant on Beach Street. The Georgia-founded restaurant specializes in chicken wings and tenders + features 19 sauces and rubs. A Fort Worth location is also in the works, but the opening date is TBA. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Announced
Three months after stepping down from his city manager position, David Cooke is stepping into a new role. Cooke has been appointed to lead management over Sundance Square. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Until then, brush up on happenings in and around downtown. (Fort Worth Report)
Transit
Driveless Ubers are headed to North Texas and will launch in Arlington first. The transportation app is partnering with May Mobility to try and deploy autonomous vehicles (AV) by the end of this year. Other rideshare apps like Lyft are looking to operate AVs in DFW, too. (The Dallas Morning News)
Coming Soon
Fort Worth’s Brewed is opening its third location in DFW and second in the DFW Airport. By early 2026, you can stop by for a candy bar latte in Terminal E. The location won’t serve Brewed’s full brunch menu, but instead will act as a boutique-style coffee spot. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Travel
And speaking of DFW Aiport. The future Terminal F will be bigger than anticipated. American Airlines and the airport have increased investments in the project, totaling $4 billion. Construction is underway for the sixth terminal’s 31 gates + is projected to be completed by 2027. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Mansion Monday
Look at this Mediterranean-style four-bedroom, four-bathroom residence located in Mira Vista. This home boasts a vanishing edge pool, an upstairs wet bar, and multiple outdoor living spaces — two with fireplaces. It’s one of several homes available through local firm LEAGUE Real Estate.
Trending
WFAA morning news anchor Marc Istook shared a clip of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott speaking to students at Aledo High School about mental health and the importance of promoting positivity on social media.
Sports
Last week, the Dallas Cowboys signed nine free agents who went undrafted. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of “America’s Team” with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Try This
Enjoy an evening of art, music, and cocktails at Second Thursdays at the Carter: Toasts & Tunes, happening this Thursday, May 8. Sip specialty cocktails, catch live performances, and explore a cocktail-themed collection tour — plus, get your photo taken Avedon-style. RSVP.*
Wellness
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Announced
While spots in our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide are closed ahead of Mother’s Day, we have a few more for Father’s Day. Hurry — save 20% with code PGG2025 when you secure your spot now.
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Culture
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Walk through the pavilion into the history and culture of the Japanese Garden. | Photo by Fort Worth Botanic Garden
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Celebrate this summer and year-round with these local events and institutions.
Mark your calendars
Asian Heritage Fest 2025 | Asia Times Square, Grand Prairie | Friday, May 9-Sunday, May 11
Enjoy three days of cultural performances, daily lion dances, and food and merchandise vendors.
SparkFest'25 | Amphibian Stage | Friday, June 13-Sunday, June 22
The performing arts festival celebrates the artistry of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities with new plays, classes, competitions, and concerts.
Enjoy year-round
Japanese Garden | Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Enjoy “Mono no Aware” — the “transient and bittersweet beauty” — of the 50-year-old garden. Traverse bamboo footbridges and peaceful koi ponds under cherry trees and Japanese maples.
Crow Museum of Asian Art | University of Texas at Dallas
Peruse art from China, Japan, India, Korea, and Southeastern Asia that spans historic and contemporary works.
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Happy Small Business Week from FTWtoday. I’d like to give a bonus shout-out to a small business owner who stuck out to me, because wine not? Kristi Mayfield is a wine educator, owner of Wine Wize, and the host behind the “Everyday Sommelier” podcast. She’s aiming to build a community of wine lovers and provide a platform for enthusiasts to learn all about wine. Kristi, I feel like you and I would be best friends.
Readers, make sure you’re following along closely this week and tell your friends to subscribe. We’re highlighting more small businesses all week long.
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Last week, we shared our parent gift guide and asked readers what they think would be the best gift to receive in Fort Worth.
34.1% voted a five-year membership to the Fort Worth Zoo
24.4% voted for season tickets to Dallas Cowboys games
22% voted for one year of unlimited Heim BBQ
19.5% voted $1000 credit at Bowie House
City Editor Elizabeth here, and my heart lies with unlimited BBQ.
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