Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas | Photo by Kevin Brown/State Fair of Texas
Lucky you. You just found FTWtoday’s June Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events that are taking place around Cowtown. Take out your calendar and text your friends — these are some of the events we recommend checking out.
(Don’t see anything you like? Check out our full events calendar.) Universe of Light | Through Monday, Sept. 1 | Times vary | Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine | $25+ | This immersive experience will bring DC superheroes — and villains — to life with 1,000 lantern lights.
“Moulin Rouge! The Musical” | Tuesday, June 10-Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall | $57+ | Experience this Tony Award-winning musical, featuring the anthem “Come What May.”
Freedom Vibes | Thursday, June 19–Sunday, June 22 | Times vary | Locations vary | Prices vary | The National Juneteenth Museum presents a four-day cultural celebration featuring a block party, speaker series, and concerts.
Trinity Pride Fest | Saturday, June 28 | 6–10 p.m. | South Main Village | Free | Experience Fort Worth’s most vibrant celebration of the LGBTQ+ community with live performances, local vendors, and delicious eats.
Silent Book Club | 5-9 p.m. | The Usual | Free | Kick back with a beverage and actually read your latest book with other bookworms.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers | 7:05 p.m. | Globe Life Field, Arlington | $14+ | Root, root, root for the Rangers, and show up early — the first 15,000 fans score a Bruce Bochy World Series Parade bobblehead.
Wednesday, May 28
Downtown Cultural District Mixer | 4-6 p.m. | Baylor Scott & White Levitt Hospitality Center, Arlington | Free | Mix, mingle, and learn from creatives from the Arlington Cultural District.
Whiskey + Laughs Wednesdays | 8-9:30 p.m. | Big Laugh Comedy Club | $10 | These local comedians prove that laughs are bigger in Texas, but the nightly drink deals make the price of whiskey smaller.
Thursday, May 29
Spring Line Dancing | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Burnett Park | Free | Wear your dancing shoes — award-winning dancer Tony New leads this all-levels class.
Midnight Thirty | 8 p.m. | Tulips Fort Worth | $17 | The Texas-based trio rocks the stage with support from Claire Hinkle + David Forsyth.
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Fort Worth City Council awarded a $2.4 million contract to filtration company Aria Filtra to expand capacity at the Westside Water Treatment Plant. The additional service will allow the plant to treat 24 million gallons of water daily, supporting the area’s growing population. (Community Impact)
Outdoors
Have you heard the buzz? Mosquito season is here, and Tarrant County Public Health has already confirmed one positive West Nile virus test from a trap site. In response, Fort Worth has shared tips on avoiding the bugs, like draining stagnant water and wearing bug spray.
Ranked
Fort Worth’s parks are making strides in the right direction. Cowtown ranked No. 72 on Trust for Public Land’s 2025 park system ranking — up 19 spots from last year’s list. The improvement is attributed to efforts like GREENprint that aim to enhance public offerings. (Fort Worth Report)
Plan Ahead
Crystal Springs Hideaway is bringing a German tradition to Fort Worth from Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1. The River District beer and wine garden will celebrate Maifest, which observes spring’s arrival. The free celebration will include polka bands, stein hoisting competitions, and food + beer deals. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Film
Itching to see “Jurassic World Rebirth” when it comes out this summer? Good news for those of us who like to save money — starting Wednesday, July 9, AMC Theatres will offer AMC Stubs Rewards members 50% off adult movie tickets on Wednesdays. Become a member + find AMC theaters in Fort Worth.
List
Paris Coffee Shop + The Original Mexican Eats Cafe are two Fort Worth restaurants that opened in 1926, ranking them among the oldest Northern Texas eateries. WFAA reporter Rachel Snyder takes a tour of the eight longest standing DFW area restaurants.
Sports
Including Spring Training, the Texas Rangers have played over 50 games this year. What have we learned so far? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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The Buy
A great find in Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale. Markdowns as high as 60% are on the table — here’s what we’re eyeing:
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🛍️ Take 60% off this blue wrap dress that can take you straight from the office to drinks out.
🛍️ These Nordstrom brand men’s chinos come in tan, grey, or navy — all are up to 40% off.
🛍️ This Tory Burch tote was recently marked down by 30% — we’re only a little obsessed with the print.
One of my favorite recent TV binges was “Girls5eva” on Netflix, and the show has a tribute song to Fort Worth. While it’s meant to be funny, there are a lot of facts incorporated into the lyrics, including an outdated nod to Cowtown’s booming population.
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