A Gingerbread Sundae featuring a slice of pound cake from Curly’s. | Photo by @curlysfrozencustard
This Sunday, July 20 is National Ice Cream Day, so consider this your permission slip to get a cone this weekend. We’ve got the scoop on some of the best places to get ice cream in Fort Worth.
Flavors include: Fudged Up Brownie, Wookies Cookies, Strawberry Magic
Stop in this Sunday for a mystery flavor drop, scratch-off prizes, free temporary tattoos + tons of photo opps.
Flavors include: Salt Lick, Peach Cobbler Cheesecake + Texas Butter Pecan
This Sunday, all Melt locations have a surprise for you in store. Shop complimentary sprinkles all day at Willow Park, snag a pic at Melt on Magnolia for a chance to win a free year of ice cream, or stop by Mule Alley for a free waffle cone upgrade.
Happy Hour + Live Music | 5-7 p.m. | Kimbell Art Museum | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music and weekly snack specials like charcuterie plates, quiche and salad — museum members receive a 10% discount.
Summer Soiree | 5-7 p.m. | Pickture Perfect Medspa, Bedford | Cost of purchase | Enjoy an afternoon of pampering with live treatment demos, giveaways, day-only specials, a 25% product discount, and complimentary food and drink.
Jake Scott | 9 p.m. | Tannahill’s Tavern and Music Hall | $44+ | Listen to the multi-platinum, LA-based singer-songwriter who’s written for Morgan Wallen + covered songs by Sara Evans and Aloe Blacc.
2 Fast 2 Fiesta: A 2000s Latin Night | 10 p.m. | Tulips Fort Worth | $12+ | Dance the night away with a mix of 2000s hit songs from Latin artists like Shakira, Daddy Yankee, and Pitbull.
Saturday, July 19
The Family is Back: A von Clapp Drag Brunch | 11 a.m. | Tulips Fort Worth | $20+ | Enjoy a live DJ and a drag brunch featuring the von Clapp family and the gourmet grilled cheese food truck Abe Fromage.
Edible Landscaping | 12-1 p.m. | Southeast Public Library Branch, Arlington | Free | Learn about plants for an edible landscape, creating different edible gardens, and harvesting your garden.
King George: Tribute to King George Strait | 7-1 p.m. | The Stagecoach Ballroom | $15 | Enjoy a tribute to the “King of Country Music” featuring songs like “Check Yes or No” and “Amarillo by Morning.”
Sunday, July 20
Puff & Paint | 2 p.m. | Cru Hookah Lounge | $53 | Create your own doormat with Kicky Mats DFW while enjoying good music and great vibes.
Live where comfort, community, and creativity meet
Presented by WALSH
Fun fact: WALSH is one of the most sought-after and fastest-growing neighborhoods in East Parker County. | Photos courtesy of WALSH
Ready to find your forever home? WALSH, located in East Parker County, offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, innovative amenities, and small-town charm.
From walk-in beaches and resort-style pools to top-rated schools and a state-of-the-art Makerspace, there’s something there for every lifestyle.
Explore homes by award-winning builders and enjoy a community built for connection, creativity, and comfort. With easy access to I-20 and I-30, you’re never far from what matters.
The Dallas Stars’ 2025-2026 schedule has dropped. Find out who they’re playing and where after the regular season opens on Thursday, Oct. 9. Follow WFAA reporter Paul Livengood for more local news. (WFAA)
Real Estate
Find space to grow in WALSH, a master-planned community where small-town charm meets modern design. From state-of-the-art amenities to top-tier schools and scenic trails, this East Parker County neighborhood offers thoughtful living just a short drive from Fort Worth.*
Coming Soon
The owners of Heim BBQ are set to open up a pizza tavern in the Near Southside. One Trick Pony Pizza Tavern will take up the former Hot Box Biscuit Club and is expected to open before the winter holidays. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Health
The University of North Texas Health Science Center announced a new name. UNT Health Fort Worth will continue to deliver education, research, and community service, but its new name better aligns with the broader UNT System. (Fort Worth Inc.)
Announced
Shortly after Dr. Phil McGraw’s Fort Worth-based media company Merit Street Media declared bankruptcy, the celebrity doctor announced his new venture ENVOY Media Company. It’ll deliver live news, original entertainment, plus interactive content, but it’ll be based in Dallas. (WFAA)
Biz
In 1998, the most common job in our state was a general manager, according to a recent study. Nowadays, the most common job is ops manager. That’s what we call taking care of business. (Visual Capitalist)
Drink
According to a sommelier, these are the best wines to get from Trader Joe’s this summer — all of which come at or under $20. Pair a bottle with some cheese from local business Roy Pop Grocery, and you’ve got yourself a perfect summer picnic. (Business Insider)
Listen
Does TCU receive the same hype as Baylor? Find out on Locked On Horned Frogs’ latest episode, where local experts discuss differences and similarities between the Frogs and the Bears.
Number
53,264. That’s how many potential candidates are looking at this right now. Ready to promote your job listing to find your dream hire? It’s absolutely free on our FTWtoday Job Board. List it now.
The Buy
No more gatekeeping. These are our top five summer essentials we wish we’d purchased sooner:
🩴 A pair of comfy + versatile Crocs sandals. Pro tip: Keep them by the front door for last-minute errands, walking the dog, and more.
🧊This No. 1 best-selling cooler backpack that features a built-in bottle opener and can fit up to 40 cans.
🧺 A waterproof blanket that’s perfect for beach days, family picnics, baby playtime, and more.
☀️ La Roche-Posay’s award-winning tinted sunscreen that’s non-greasy and fast-absorbing.
👗This flowy sundress that’s available in 20+ colors and patterns like blue floral, pink, khaki polka dot, and purple.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
This week, we quizzed readers on some of the upcoming artists set to perform in DFW this summer and fall.
Here are the correct answers:
Addison Rae was the highest-earning TikTok personality in 2021. 36.8% of you thought it was Dua Lipa.
The Weeknd’s real name is Abel Tesfaye. 57.9% of you knew that.
Trent Reznor is the lead singer for Nine Inch Nails. 36.8% of you thought it was The Offspring.
The Wrap
The Wrap
Today is our mascot Molly the Cow’s birthday. On this day in 2000, City Council officially designated the longhorn as the city’s mascot and logo. But she’s not just a regular longhorn — she’s a cool longhorn. “Molly” is the name of the lead steer in historic ranching tradition. Happy 25th birthday Molly. Learn more.
}})
