We’re wishing for a Mistletoe Martini and a side of Santa’s Secret Cookie Stash. | Photo courtesy of Omni Fort Worth
We’re back again with our monthly Plan Ahead — and trust us, this one is packed with festive events from top to bottom that you don’t want to miss.
We rounded up 18 of our top events — including some for the family — that we recommend heading to next month. Act fast because some events may be ticketed and can sell out. ICE! Featuring “Elf” | Monday, Dec. 1-Sunday, Jan. 4 | Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine | $38+| Ten iconic scenes from the movie, 6,700 hand-carved blocks of ice, no time limit, all ages, and just nine degrees Fahrenheit.
36th Annual Fort Worth Margarita Ball | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Omni Fort Worth | $150+ | Price of ticket includes general admission, complimentary margaritas, hors d’oeuvres, and a live performance by the Manhattan Band.
Texas Ballet Theater presents “The Nutcracker” | Friday, Dec. 12–Sunday, Dec. 28 | Bass Hall | $70+ | With matinee tickets, get a closer look at the production. From 1-2 p.m., find the Ballet Interactive area to touch a tutu, hold a pointe shoe, and even meet a real ballerina.
Revolver Brewing has announced it’s closing its Granbury taproom after 13 years and opening a new one in DFW. Its new location is unknown — but we’re keeping our eyes on this story. The last day to get a Blood & Honey at the original location is Saturday, Dec. 6. (WFAA)
Concert
Guns N’ Roses are going on tour and stopping in DFW. The “Sweet Child O’ Mine” artists will be at Globe Life Field on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Grab tickets to see the legendary rock band next Friday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Theater
Get tickets to see Amphibian Stage’s annual Winter Cabaret running Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13. Also, check out the small theater’s recently announced 27th season lineup, which may include some bold and boundary-pushing productions.
Sports
The Texas Rangers are trading second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets after four years and two Gold Gloves. The team will receive outfielder Brandon Nimmo. Follow WFAA Sports for daily updates.
Neighborhood
Last week, the Fort Worth City Council approved $250,000 for Como Lions Hearts. The nonprofit is designed to prevent crime, and the funding will go towards a program offering life skills and career guidance for youth aged 5 through 25. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Announced
Four professional tennis celebrities have been revealed for the 2026 Dallas Open All-American Classic. Tickets are already available for the February matches at the Ford Center in Frisco. See who’s battling it out.
Trending
The 2026 Met Gala theme has been revealed: “Costume Art” draws connections between garments and historic art in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. While we wait to see what the stars wear on the first Monday in May, try sourcing art-inspired pieces of your own at Fort Worth’s secondhand shops. (Associated Press)
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The Buy
Amazon’s Black Friday Week sale features thousands of deals. Don’t spend hours sorting through them — we already did that for you. Here are three you can’t miss:
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Living three hours from Austin has its perks. Over the weekend, I was in ATX for the UT vs. Arkansas football game. Although my Razorbacks lost, my weekend was quickly turned around by some great company. I met up with the Austin-dwelling editors Morgan and Figi at Cosmic Saltillo on East 4th Street. If you’re a fan of this newsletter, just wait until you discover ATXtoday’s.
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