Dust off your boots because the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo is here. Starting tomorrow, Jan. 16 to Saturday, Feb. 7, the city will be jam-packed with rodeo events, live music, and delicious food.
Here are five fast facts (by the numbers) to get you pumped for the 131st annual event. You’ll want to read through this one — because we’re also sharing ticket information and what’s new this year.
An estimated 3,000 horses are expected to march downtown in the world’s largest All-Western Parade this Saturday, Jan. 16.
More than 23 musical guests will perform between the Will Rogers Memorial Center and the Michelob Ultra Roadhouse, including Colter Wall.
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Visit Fort Worth is hosting its 2026 Annual Meeting on Friday, March 6, and it’s open to the public. Tickets start at $75 to learn about upcoming plans in the sports, film, music industries, and more. Get a taste of the action with last year’s recap.
Civic
Fort Worth City Council has approved a new schedule, allowing more time for public comments. Residents now have 20 opportunities this year to speak before Council on any topic — which can be outside of the meeting’s agenda — for under three minutes. (Fort Worth Report)
Theater
Circle Theatre is gearing up to unveil a new look and mural to celebrate its upcoming season. Join the group on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m. and get tickets to some upcoming shows. We don’t know about you, but we’re eyeing Jonathan Larson’s “RENT.”
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Keep Fort Worth Beautiful is bringing back its Trashion Fashion show — a runway event that celebrates creativity using outfits made of at least 50% trash or recycled materials. Registration is open to all ages ahead of the Cowtown Great American Cleanup and Earth Party on Saturday, March 29.
Sports
The search heats up. The Dallas Cowboys have requested to interview the Eagles’ defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Get more stories, coach updates, and more every day with Locked On podcasts.
Weather
Feeling extra sniffly lately? It’s not just you. North Texas pollen levels appear to be high over the next three days. That’s to be expected when windy weather conditions shake up the trees. If you’re going to be outside, bring extra tissues. Thanks for the alert, WFAA.
Real Estate
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Wellness
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Yesterday, we featured the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Nature Rx program. Today, we’re testing your knowledge. What do scientists call the mental reset you get from being in nature?
A. Forest bathing B. Attention restoration C. Green glow D. Nature therapy
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I’d like to share a dry January win. This weekend, I tried Kava Culture Bar — a non-alcoholic bar and hangout spot that serves coffee, tea, juices, and more infused with kava and other elixirs that promote feelings of joy, euphoria, or calmness. But fair warning — it doesn’t taste the greatest alone, so I mixed it with pineapple and agave. It’s worth trying for the experience alone.
There are two locations in Fort Worth — one on Camp Bowie Boulevard and the other at the corner of Riverside Drive and Heritage Trace Parkway.
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