Fort Worth Things to Do

Founder Mrs. Ninnie L. Baird began baking bread in her home at the turn of the century. She died in 1961, but the Baird family and, more recently, a Mexican company known as Grupo Bimbo have worked to maintain her legacy and up... more

This breathtaking hall was constructed in 1893, slightly northwest of the site where the original 1849 fort marked the city's beginning. This is the third courthouse to be built on this site; the first burned in 1876, while the... more

This huge limestone structure from architect Wyatt C. Hendrick takes up an entire city block. It was constructed in 1933 right next to the Texas and Pacific Railroad Terminal for easy access to mail trains. It is of primary int... more

In 1946, three women decided over coffee that it was time for Fort Worth to have an opera company. Seven months later, the Fort Worth Civic Opera Association launched its first performance. Today, the Fort Worth Opera performs... more

A variety of artists are displayed in this quaint gallery located in the Fort Worth Cultural District. Pieces on hand represent an eclectic range of individual styles, media and subjects in William Campbell contemporary art. Th... more

Located off the beaten path on the west end of downtown Fort Worth, Blarney Stone is a great place to get away from it all and enjoy an ice-cold beer. The Irish style pub is actually below street level, down a flight of stairs,... more

With a rowdy roadhouse atmosphere and gaudy diner furnishings, this funky, 50-year-old eatery is perfect for families and fun-loving folks in general. Certain nights of the week, Fred's Cafe features special themes, while weeke... more

No, you don't have to do the Moon Walk in order to qualify to enter this pub. But when you step out of the pub you will feel like you are walking on the moon! All you need to come here is a thirst for good, live music and beer.... more

Fort Worth Theatre is the city's oldest theatre company. The company performs a wide variety of shows throughout the year. It is widely known for its Hispanic series. Special events include the Annual Hispanic Playwrights Festi... more

When the Dallas Ballet Company dissolved in 1988, the Fort Worth Ballet expanded to include Dallas. The new company performs at both Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth and the Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas. Each season con... more