May Plan Ahead: Your May Fort Worth Events Calendar

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Happy May, Fort Worth. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re ecstatic about the sunny days, blooming flowers, and summer on the horizon — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in Cowtown.

All month long

  • David Rogers’ Big Bugs | Sun., May 1- Sun., June 12 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | $6+ | Bug out at an exhibit of tiny insect sculptures on a gigantic scale. 🪲

Sun., May 1-Sat., May 7

Sun., May 1

  • David Rogers’ Big Bugs | Sun., May 1- Sun., June 12 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | $6+ | Bug out at an exhibit of tiny insect sculptures on a gigantic scale. 🪲
  • Cowtown Cycle Swap | Sun., May 1 | 12-5 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | Free | Gear up for the summer with a new bike + accessories or clean out the garage by selling old equipment. 🚲
  • Muffins with Mom | Sun., May 1 | 1-2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Get a jump start on Mother’s Day celebrations + show them there’s muffin better than a mother’s love.
  • Colorful Custom Silk Scarves | Sun., May 1 | 3-4 p.m | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional, 6301 Bridge St. | Free | Create a custom + wearable work of art. 🧣

Mon., May 2

  • Mindful Moments | Mon., May 2 | 1-1:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional, 6301 Bridge St. | Free | Start the week with a positive mindset by learning about breathing techniques, journaling prompts + meditation methods. 🧠
  • Sun Print Paper | Mon., May 2 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln. | Free | Use the power of UV light + photosensitive paper to design a personalized masterpiece. ☀️
  • Tequila Dinner | Mon., May 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Paco’s Mexican Cuisine, 1508 W. Magnolia Ave. | $85 | Treat yourself to a six-course meal showcasing Mexican cuisine + tasty tequila.

Tues., May 3

  • Hide and Seek Wildlife | Tues., May 3 | 10-11 a.m. | Nature Center, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Hike with a naturalist to discover the tiny organisms that are often overlooked in our big ecosystem.
  • May Flowers | Tues., May 3 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Ridglea, 3628 Bernie Anderson Ave. | Free | Kids from kindergarten to fifth grade can learn about native flowers, make fun crafts + plant a flower seed to take home. 🌼
  • Taco Tuesday | Tues., May 3 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Toro Toro, 200 Main St. | Cost of purchase | Switch up from Tex-Mex to Latin American street tacos for a special price of $3 each, or 3 for $7. 🌮
  • 90’s Trivia | Tues., May 3 | 7-8 p.m | Virtual | Free | Challenge your friends + see who knows the 90s best.

Wed., May 4

  • Monarchs + Milkweed | Wed., May 4 | 10-11 a.m. | Nature Center, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Learn all about milkweed plants + the important role they have in the life of a monarch butterfly.🦋
  • Music and Movement | Wed., May 4 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Reby Cary Youth Library - 3851 E. Lancaster Ave. | Free | Get moving + grooving with activities that build language, motor, social, and emotional skills.
  • Jedi Training | Wed., May 4 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln. | Free | Calling all kindergarten through 5th-graders for this Star Wars experience where you can create your own lightsaber + train to become a true Jedi Knight.
  • Vino + Vinyasa | Wed., May 4 | 6-7 p.m. | WineHaus, 1628 Park Place Ave. | $15 | Winos + yogis prepare for the ultimate core-power class.
  • Weird Wednesday | Wed., May 4 | 8 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | Free | Kick back in the 1920’s cocktail lounge, munch on fresh movie theater popcorn + watch a sci-fi film. 🍿
  • Fort Worth Film Commission Mixer + Actors Panel | Wed., May 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cowboy Channel Studio, 130 E. Exchange Ave. | Free with RSVP | Fort Worth actors Eric Nelsen, April Hartman, and Nene Nwoko will share their experiences.

Thurs., May 5

  • Mayfest | Thurs., May 5-Sun., May 8 | Times vary | Trinity Park | $7+ | The 50th Anniversary of Mayfest is taking over the Trinity with 33 acres of carnival rides, live entertainment, beer gardens + more.
  • Cinco De Mayo Pop Spot | Thurs., May 5-Sat., May 7 | Times vary | The Ostreum, 108 S. Fwy. | Free with code 6AM | Enjoy a curated high-end shopping experience with live music, margaritas, food trucks, donkeys for photo ops, golf simulators and more — all for a good cause.
  • The Squeezebox Bandits | Thurs., May 5 | 9 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $28+ | Celebrate Cinco de May with the Fort Worth natives who combine Tejano and C&W sound to create the perfect Texas music blend.
  • Tween Splatter Paint | Thurs., May 5 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Summerglen, 4205 Basswood Blvd. | Free | Make a messy masterpiece with your friends, throwing paint on canvases + creating 80’s-inspired art.
  • Cinco de Mayo Mercado | Thurs., May 5 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Paco’s Mexican Cuisine, 1508 W. Magnolia Ave. | Cost of purchase | Celebrate with local vendors, mariachi music, Mexican cuisine + tequila samples. 🇲🇽
  • Sit and Stitch | Thurs., May 5 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional, 6301 Bridge St. | Learn new needleworking skills + connect with other stitchers. 🧵

Fri., May 6

  • Kody West | Fri., May 6 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $31+ | Kick-off the weekend with live classic country music.
  • C.A.T. Crawl | Fri., May 6-Sun., May 8 | Times vary | Locations vary | $35 | Treat your mama this weekend with coffee, tea + signature drinks across 5 femme-founded shops.
  • The Sandlot | Fri., May 6 | 8 p.m. | Burnett Park, 501 W. 7 St. | Free | Grab your lawn chairs + picnic blankets to enjoy a cinema classic.
  • Marty Haggard | Fri., May 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $36 | Don’t miss the touching tribute to his father + American country music legend Merle Haggard.
  • Writers Workshop | Fri., May 6 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Ridglea, 3628 Bernie Anderson Ave. | Free | Meet other lovers of literature, share original stories + learn new tips on how to become an even better Shakespeare. ✏️

Sat., May 7

  • Jurassic Park | Sat., May 7 | 8 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $10 | Enjoy the iconic adventure on the big screen + movie-themed cocktails. 🦕
  • Comic Coasters | Sat., May 7 | 3-4 p.m. | La Gran Biblioteca, 4200 S. Fwy. | Free | Transform recycled comics into custom coasters for you + your friends.
  • Marble Art | Sat., May 7 | 3-4 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Central, 500 W. 3rd St.. | Free | Create a personalized work of art, combining paint + marbles.
  • Beer + Yoga | Sat., May 7 | 9-10 a.m. | Fort Brewery and Pizza, 2737 Tillar St. | $20 | Bring a friend to get a good morning stretch + a buzz for breakfast. 🍻
  • Fishing Seminar for Children | Sat., May 7 | Times vary | Fort Worth Zoo | $40+ | Discover the secrets of fishing from the experts + get hooked on an outdoor adventure. 🎣

Sun., May 8-Sat., May 14

Sun., May 8

  • Tie Dye Time Warp | Sun., May 8 | 1-2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Let your kids (K-5) create a groovy tie-dye shirt — all materials are provided. 👕
  • Get groovy with your designs as you create your own tie-dye tee. Bring a shirt, all other materials are provided (K-5th Grade). 👕

Mon., May 9

  • Career Tasting | Mon., May 9 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Diamond Hill/Jarvis, 1300 N.E. 35th St. | Free | Junior high students can explore not-so-traditional career paths.
  • Comic Book Day Author Panel | Mon., May 9 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune into the live panel featuring Peyton Brunet and Blair Davis as they discuss their book Comic Women: Characters, Creators, and Culture in the Golden Age.

Tues., May 10

  • Native Bee Sanctuaries | Tues., May 10 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Explore the diversity of native bees + how you can do your part to protect them. 🐝
  • Celtic Harp Music | Tues., May 10 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Ridglea, 3628 Bernie Anderson Ave. | Free | Therapeutic musician Dr. Laurence Furr shares the healing benefits that come from music.
  • Get Lit Book Club | Tues., May 10 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Bookworms unite for fiction + fellowship, this month focussing on Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno Garcia. 📚
  • Trivia | Tues., May 10 | 7-9 p.m. | Cowtown Brewing Co., 1301 E. Belknap St. | Cost of purchase | Take on the trivia challenge with some friends, then treat yourself to some tasty eats + drinks.🍻

Wed., May 11

  • Parachute Play | Wed., May 11 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Fort Worth Public Library — Golden Triangle, 4264 Golden Triangle Blvd. | Free | For children ages 3-5 years old + their parents.
  • Nature Journaling | Wed., May 11 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Discover tips + tricks on how to connect with nature and journal your experience. ✍️
  • Intro to Programming | Wed., May 11 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library — Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Join the monthly course to learn about the Python coding language + become a pro at computer programming. 💻
  • Open Mic | Wed., May 11 | 8 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | Free | Musical masterminds + poet prodigies are invited to showcase their talents on the live stage.

Thurs., May 12

  • Full Moon Paddle | Thurs., May 12 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 8670 Shoreline Dr. | $15+ | Celebrate May’s Full Moon, also known as the Pink Moon, by paddling in pink with fellow kayakers.
  • Rich O’Toole | Thurs., May 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $18 | The Texas native is bringing his country music talents to the center of Cowtown. 🎤
  • Phantomelo | Thurs., May 12 | 7 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | Free | Enjoy a lineup of live music performances from Texas natives.
  • Origami | Thurs., May 12 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Summerglen, 4205 Basswood Blvd. | Free | Celebrate Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month by learning all about the origins of the Japanese tradition + creating your own origami paper art.
  • Full STEAM Ahead | Thurs., May 12 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Diamond Hill/Jarvis, 1300 N.E. 35th St. | Free | Let your imagination run wild with projects in science, technology + art.
  • 9th Annual Senior Synergy Expo | Thurs., May 12 | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Will Rogers — Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall, 3400 Burnett-Tandy Dr. | Free | Learn all about the services available to empower seniors, family members + caregivers throughout Tarrant County.
  • Experience Sand Casting | Thurs., May 12 | Times vary | SiNaCa Studios, 1013 W. Magnolia Ave. | $60 | Sign up for a workshop + create your own sand cast artwork.

Fri., May 13

  • Aaron Lewis + The Stateliners | Fri., May 13 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $36+ | The country music band is bringing its Frayed at Both Ends tour to town. 🎶
  • Brady Seals | Fri., May 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $34+ | Kickback with cocktails and live country music from the Seals + Crofts 2. 🍹
  • PBR World Finals | Fri., May 13-Sun., May 22 | Times vary | Dickies Arena | $42+ | Buck up for the annual bull riding showdown. 🐂
  • Caprock Strolls | Fri., May 13 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Stroll through a leisurely half-mile trail, featuring patches of prairies and native natural treasures. 🌿
  • Eating Healthy on a Budget | Fri., May 13 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Discover how you can eat green while saving green. 💵
  • Girl Ultra | Fri., May 13 | 7 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | $20 | Vibe out with live R&B music + a Texas-sized menu of beers and margaritas.

Sat., May 14

  • Easton Corbin | Sat., May 14 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $33+ | With his new single “Turn Up” + more music on the way, the country music star is promising a wide array of songs that include fiddle and pedal steel.
  • Forever Michael | Sat., May 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $35 | World-renowned Michael Jackson tribute band, J Lucas, will perform an unbeatable set of the king’s classics.
  • Woofstock | Sat., May 14 | 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. | MUTTS Canine Cantina, 5317 Clearfork Main St. | Free | Man’s best festival featuring pups, live music + vendors.
  • You Wish Jellyfish | Sat., May 14 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Ella Mae Shamblee, 1062 Evans Ave. | Free | Kids from kindergarten to fifth grade can create colorful jellyfish they’re shore to enjoy.
  • Lawn Care: Green with Envy | Sat., May 14 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Summerglen, 4205 Basswood Blvd. | Free | Take back your turf by learning all about efficient watering techniques, simple fertilizer + pesticide application.
  • Taco and Margarita Festival | Sat., May 14 | 12-8 p.m. | The Yard, 3017 Morton St. | $15+ | Jam out to a live DJ while you sample tasty tacos and sip splendid margaritas from 10 vendors + enter a giveaway for a trip to Mexico. 🌮
  • The Palms | Sat., May 14 | 7 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | $13 | Formed in 2015, the band combines catchy pop tunes with elements of blues, hip-hop + reggae.

Sun., May 15-Sat., 21

Sun., May 15

  • Pachisi | Sun., May 15 | 3-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Central, 500 W. 3rd | Free | Play the classic cross + circle board game that inspired other games around the world, like “Sorry!”
  • Women Painting Women | Sun., May 15-Sun., Sept. 25 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth | $10 | Don’t miss the opening day of an exhibit exploring the diversity of women in art. 🖌️

Mon., May 16

  • Early Birds | Mon., May 16 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Bird enthusiasts are coming together to enjoy nature hikes + bird sites. 🪶
  • Upcycled Book Wreaths | Mon., May 16 | 5-7 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Take your spring cleaning to the next level by recycling old books + transforming them into works of art. 📖
  • Watercolor Club | Mon., May 16 | 6:30-7 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional, 6301 Bridge St. | Free | Paint along with a professional watercolor instructor + build your artistic skills. 🖌️
  • Great British Baking | Wed., May 18 | 10 a.m. | Sur La Table, 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 340, Southlake | $79 | You might even get a Hollywood Handshake if you do a great job in this class.

Tues., May 17

  • Paul McCartney | Tues., May 17 | 8 p.m. | Dickies Arena | $43+ | The international legend is making a special appearance, bringing his ‘Got Back’ tour straight to Cowtown.
  • Hosting Caterpillars | Tues., May 17 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Learn all about how native plants protect + feed these little crawlers. 🐛
  • Science Behind the Stories | Tues., May 17 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Northside, 601 Park St. | Free | Let your kids (K-5) embrace their inner Einstein as you discover the science behind your favorite fairy tales. 🔬
  • Joseph Neville | Tues., May 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | Free | Enjoy free live music from a local singer/songwriter as the monthly concert series continues.

Wed., May 18

  • Canoe Tour | Wed., May 18 | 10 a.m.-12 p..m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Canoe Launch, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $15+ | Paddle along the Trinity River in search of reptiles basking in the sun. 🛶

Thurs., May 19

  • Moe Bandy | Thurs., May 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $42 | Catch one of country music’s most popular performers of the 70s, bringing his fan favorites to town.
  • Music Bingo | Thurs., May 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Fort Brewery and Pizza, 2737 Tillar St. | Cost of purchase | Enjoy a classic game + some of your favorite tunes, with 4 rounds and 4 ways to win.
  • Basic Merengue | Thurs., May 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Reby Cary Youth Library, 3851 E. Lancaster Ave. | Free | Grab your dancing shoes + bring a partner for a crash course in Caribbean-style dancing.
  • Tiny Art Night for Teens | Thurs., May 19 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Summerglen, 4205 Basswood Blvd. | Free | Tune into your creative side + make your own mini-masterpiece.

Fri., May 20

  • Jake Owen | Fri., May 20 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $40+ | Catch the country music artist on tour after his newest release, “Up There Down Here.”
  • LeAnne Rimes | Fri., May 20 | 8:30 p.m. | Will Rogers Memorial Center | $35+ | With over 40 singles on international charts, the singer/songwriter is bringing her classics to Cowtown.
  • Darryl Worley | Fri., May 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $32 | Arrive early for a drink in the cocktail lounge before the recording artist hits the stage.
  • Dynamics of Flight | Fri., May 20 | 4-5:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Northwest, 6228 Crystal Lake Dr. | Free | Junior high students can discover the science behind flights + build their own paper airplanes.. ✈️
  • Senior Social Hour | Fri., May 20 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Riverside, 2913 Yucca Ave. | Free | Share your story + connect with other seniors from the local community for good company and conversation.

Sat., May 21

  • Jimmie Allen | Sat., May 21 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $32+ | The breakout artist has amassed over 1 billion streams + has been claimed by GRAMMY.com as one of “5 Black Artists Rewriting Country Music.”
  • Legendary Ladies of Country | Sat., May 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $35 | Engage in a theatrical experience as Canadian native + Nasheville-based recording artist Lisa Brokop reflects on women who have shaped country music.
  • Tabletop Game Saturdays | Sat., May 21 | 2-3 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Berry, 4300 East Berry St. | Free | Battle in a board game showdown to see who reigns supreme. Intended for grades 6-12. 🎲
  • Jam Session | Sat., May 21 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Meadowbrook, 2800 Stark St. | Free | Calling musicians of all ages, skill levels + instruments for community fun and fellowship. 🎵

Sun., May 22-Sat., May 28

Sun., May 22

  • Averi Burk | Sun., May 22 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave. | Free | The concert series continues with the DFW native, sharing her healing journey through music.
  • Family Story Time | Sun., May 22 | 3-3:45 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Enjoy the family-friendly event for stories, songs + activities for everyone.

Mon., May 23

  • Wildflower Settlement | Mon., May 23 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | See nature’s beauty in full bloom + learn all about native wildflowers. 🌻
  • Curiosity HQ | Mon., May 23 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Golden Triangle, 4264 Golden Triangle Blvd. | Free | Kids in kindergarten to 5th grade can channel their inner scientist with new experiments each week.
  • Music Explorers | Mon., May 23 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Meadowbrook, 2800 Stark St. | Free | Your kids (K-5) can tune into their musical side with body percussion + hands-on instrumental activities. 🎶

Tues., May 24

  • Boardwalk Yoga | Tues., May 24 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Take on an introductory yoga class right on the boardwalk.
  • Toothpick Engineering | Tues., May 24 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln. | Free | Teens can engage in hands-on engineering by designing + building their own structures during a series of challenges.
  • Hawaiian Leis | Tues., May 24 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Riverside, 2913 Yucca Ave. | Free | Celebrate Asian American/Pacific Islander month by learning about Hawaiian culture + creating your own lei. 🌺
  • Handmade Pasta | Tues., May 24 | 10 a.m. | Sur La Table, 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 340, Southlake | $79 | Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and bonus: sample a limoncello sorbet.

Wed., May 25

  • Zach Bryan | Wed., May 25-Thurs., May 26 | 9 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $50+ | The singer/songwriter is known for his raspy voice + combination of folk melody and outlaw country.
  • Knit + Crochet Club | Wed., May 25 | 6:30-7:30 p.m | Fort Worth Public Library - Northwest, 6228 Crystal Lake Dr. | Free | Join fellow yarn lovers and unwind one stitch at a time. 🧶
  • Sunrise Paddle | Wed., May 18 | 5:45-8 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Canoe Launch, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $15+ | See the Fort Worth sunrise like never before. All equipment is provided. 🌅

Thurs., May 26

  • Refuge After Hours | Thurs., May 26 | 8-9:30 p.m | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Meet at the front gate to hike+ search for wildlife during a nighttime adventure.
  • Family Puzzle Night | Thurs., May 26 | 6:30-7:30 p.m | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln. | Free | Bring the family for a piece of the puzzle action. 🧩
  • Fun with Cork | Thurs., May 26 | 4-5 p.m | Fort Worth Public Library - Central, 500 W. 3rd St. | Free | Take your kitchen decor up a notch with a personalized cork trivet.

Fri., May 27

  • Neal McCoy | Fri., May 27 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas | $28+ | The Texan native + country music veteran has released 15 studio albums, making hits since 1993.
  • The Complete History of Comedy | Fri., May 27- Sat., May 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $48 | Travel through time with the Reduced Shakespeare Company as it takes the audience through the highs and lows of comedy.
  • Maker 101: Propeller Car | Fri., May 27 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Northwest, 6228 Crystal Lake Dr. | Free | Put your teen’s creativity to the test as they craft a personalized + propeller-powered toy car.
  • Coffee and Conversation | Fri., May 27 | 1 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library, East Berry, 4300 E. Berry St. | Free | Gather with other older adults to enjoy refreshments + learn about what’s going on in the community. ☕
  • Marsh Boardwalk Hike | Fri., May 27 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Take in the scenic views of this hike featuring Cottonwoods, Bur Oaks + local wildlife.
  • Croissants from Scratch | Fri., May 27 | 10 a.m. | Sur La Table, 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 340, Southlake | $79 | Learn from a professional chef instructor how to make two types of croissants. 🥐

Sat. May 28

  • Glass Blowing: Flower Workshop | Sat., May 28 | Times vary | SiNaCa Studios, 1013 W. Magnolia Ave. | $60 | Work with an instructor to craft your very own hot sculpted glass furnace flower. 🌬️
  • Float Your Boat | Sat., May 28 | 3-4 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | Free | Celebrate National Maritime Day by building your very own vessel. ⛵
  • 1st Annual DHJ Mini Golf Open | Sat., May 28 | 1-3 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Diamond Hill/Jarvis, 1300 N.E. 35th St. | Free | A tee-rific activity for the whole family to enjoy with prizes for participants. ⛳
  • Mastering French Macarons | Sat., May 28 | 9 a.m. | Sur La Table, 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 340, Southlake | $79 | Treat yourself on a Saturday morning and learn how to make this quintessential French cookie.

Sun. May 29-Tues., May 31

Sun., May 29

  • Xiaolu Zang | Sun., May 29 | 2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln. | The 22-year-old acclaimed pianist is making his mark, placing first at events such as the Verona International Piano Competition + Mayenne International Piano Competition. 🎵
  • Vitaly Starikov | Sun., May 29 | 2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional, 6301 Bridge St. | Over two decades into his musical journey, the 27-year-old has won top prizes at nine international competitions + recently appeared in the 2021 Queen Elisabeth finals. 🎵
  • Arseniy Gusev | 4 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Central, 500 W. 3rd St. | The 23-year-old is a laureate of many prestigious competitions around the world, like the Three Arts Piano Piano Virtu(al)oso Competition, International Gavrilin Competition + more. 🎵
  • Cowtown Unplugged | Sun., May 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Omni Fort Worth, 1300 Houston St. | Beloved duo Max & Heather Stalling will open for headliner Hayes Carll.

Tues., May 31

  • Life of Aquatic Turtles | Tues., May 31 | 10-11 a.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Meet up with a naturist + see why these amphibians are turtlely awesome. 🐢
  • Flash Fiction | Tues., May 31 | 4-5 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln. | Free | Teens can pick up pointers on how to write creative + engaging fiction. ✏️
  • Teen DIY: Advanced Crafting | Tues., May 31 | 12 a.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Diamond Hill/Jarvis, 1300 N.E. 35th St. | Free | Bring a bestie + try out new crafting techniques each week.
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