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🌅 Longer days ahead
We don’t know who needs to hear this but, spring is almost here. | Photo via FTWtoday
At 2 a.m. this Sunday, March 8, clocks will jump forward to 3 a.m., meaning we’ll lose an hour of sleep, but gain brighter evenings for the next several months. If the time change has you feeling off, here are a few ways to make the most of those longer evenings around Fort Worth.
⏰ Reset your routine
If the lost sleep hits you hard, consider an early evening coffee or match run at any of our buzzing coffee shops or relax your body with a self-care session.
🎶 Catch live music after work
With daylight stretching later, concerts and outdoor shows feel even better. Many of North Texas venues have long setlists to amp up this spring.
Do you hear that? That’s the sound of spring. The Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s outdoor concert series Blooms & Beats will return next Friday, March 13. Admission is $15. There’ll be a cash bar, lawn games, and food trucks.
Sports
The 2026 Paralympic Winter Games have begun in Milan + Cortina, Italy, and the opening ceremony takes place today at 3 p.m. Watch the broadcast on USA Network or stream it on Peacock. (NBC)
Plan Ahead
Fort Worth Business Press announced its list of the 2026 Great Women of Texas. Get tickets now to honor them at the Great Women of Texas banquet the evening of Wednesday, April 8 at the Fort Worth Club. Dr. Opal Lee will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Community
Three years ago, Main Street America provided two FTW neighborhoods — Polytechnic Heights and Historic Northside — the groundwork to transform their corridors. Both districts gave City Council an update on how things are going this week.
Tech
Robots are mapping out 218 miles of Burleson’s sidewalks and trails. These mobile computers aim to assess mobility for people with disabilities, making sure walking paths are up to ADA standards. Burleson is the first Texas city to be a part of this study. (Fort Worth Report)
Travel
The good news? Tasting Table just chose Texas’s Best Small-Town Restaurant. The bad news? North Texas locals may have to drive two and a half hours to try it. See which Texas restaurant made it.
Sports
The Dallas Stars acquired Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks this week. Catch the team on the ice tonight at 7 p.m. against the Colorado Avalanche. Follow WFAA Sports, where Jonah Javad has the latest.
Get ready to run wild: the annual Zoo Run returns April 11 at the Fort Worth Zoo. This family-friendly event leads racers past some of FTW’s favorite zoo animals, and directly supports wildlife conservation and education efforts. Info + registration this way.*
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Editor’s Pick
⚽️ Soccer simulator opens ahead of World Cup
Grandscape’s TOCA Social officially opens its doors to the public today. | Photos courtesy of TOCA Social
TOCA Social — a London-based, kid-friendly soccer simulator chain — just opened up its first US game spot right here in DFW. Today is its grand opening in The Colony’s Grandscape. Guests can compete inside private “Social Boxes,” try global street food and cocktails, or relax and watch a few games on big screens. Book your reservation.
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March is National Craft Month — the perfect excuse to dive into a creative hobby. According to Etsy, the search for “beginner needlepoint items” is up 208%. It’s apparent — analog hobbies are making a comeback. Whether you want to pick up a new skill (like needlepointing) or DIY some fresh home decor, The MixMatch is a great place to begin.