Last week, a potential museum dedicated entirely to longhorns took a step forward. The location? Stockyards Street — the same lot currently displaying an advertisement + renderings for the Texas Longhorn Breeders of America Museum.
While a dozen more developments are heading to Cowtown in 2026, let’s take a peek at six that we’re most looking forward to.
The Fort Worth Stockyards
As part of a $630 million expansion, developers are pushing for more retail, more chef-driven restaurants, and better nightlife for this FTW tourist attraction. New hotel projects, entertainment spaces, and retail + restaurants will expand to the north and east sides.
The State Highway 121 Art Project
The city’s first signature sign broke ground in August, and plansare still on schedule By May 2026, westbound drivers will pass nine 10-ft steel letters spelling out “Fort Worth,” on the east side between the Maxine Street and Beach Street exits.
Most Fort Worth city offices will be closed on New Year’s Day. Waste collection and Trinity Metro schedules may be adjusted, so plan ahead. Double-check your city’s official website to confirm what services are running — and when.
List
Decide how you want to ring in the New Year using CultureMap Fort Worth’s list of “Top 10 Can’t-miss Parties and Events,” including Parker McCollum in concert and the Kimpton Harper’s Midnight Countdown. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Sports
As 2025 comes to a close, Jonah Javad and the rest of the WFAA Sports members shared their take on the “Top 10 Moments of 2025 in DFW Sports.” If you missed the live recap, you can always catch the full special online.
Transit
Trinity Metro is buying 15 new buses that run on compressed natural gas, costing nearly $12 million. It’s one way the agency is switching to more eco-friendly solutions, as these buses will help reduce pollutants in the air. (Fort Worth Report)
Travel
Take nonstop flights to Lincoln, Neb., or Roanoke, Va., starting June 2026 at DFW International Airport. These destinations are just two of 15 new routes that American Airlines is adding to its lineup this summer. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
History
The Dallas Cowboys honored famous players Drew Pearson and Roger Staubach at AT&T Stadium earlier this season to mark the 50th anniversary of their iconic Hail Mary pass — a key moment in the NFC Divisional round on Dec. 28, 1975 against the Vikings. (WFAA)
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And now back to your regular-scheduled programming. During our break, I brainstormed some story ideas for 2026. As I work on the newsletter plans for the new year, I’d love to hear what YOU want to see in the newsletter.
Send me an email detailing an event that you’re excited about in 2026, something you want to see more of in 2026, something you want us to keep doing in 2026, or anything else you want to share.
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