Hello Wednesday. April 24 2024 |
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Mayfest is returning for its 50th Anniversary in Trinity Park (2401 University Dr.), after a 2-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The spring fling will welcome back its 200,000+ patrons, an expanded carnival + fun for the whole family. Read on for an information-fest. |
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There's fun for all ages with everything from splash pads to rock climbing. | Photo by @mayfestfw |
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What to do 🎪 - Eat everything from turkey legs to ice cream from 15 vendors.
- Drink up at the craft beer garden and vineyard.
- See 40 performances on four community stages.
- Listen to 40 bands jam out on three stages across the park.
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Do everything from carnival attractions, rock climbing, bounce houses and face painting.
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| When 🗓️ - Thurs., May 5 | 3:30-9 p.m.
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Fri., May 6 | 3:30-10 p.m.
- Sat., May 7 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Sun., May 8 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
How much 🎟️
Thursday is free. Tickets for Fri.-Sun. are $12 for adults and $7 for kids. Special pricing is available for seniors and military families. How to get there 🚗 - Park for $15 at Farrington Field (1501 University Dr.) or the Equestrian Multi-Purpose building (1600 Gendy St.) and walk to the festival’s North Gate.
- Carpool or rideshare + drop off at the South Gate.
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Take Trinity Metro bus route 2 or 53.
- Grab a shared bike and park it for free at the entrance.
What to bring 🎒
Mayfest is going cash-free. Credit and debit cards only. Bags and backpacks (and strollers) are allowed but will be screened. Coolers and outside food + drink are not allowed. Peep the full list of policies.
Get involved 🎨
Don’t miss out on the New Artist Contest in collaboration with Art Tooth. Emerging creatives will be selected to exhibit with 40 local artists with prizes for first, second, and third place. Applications are due by Fri., April 15.
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Today - Texas Rangers | Mon., April 11 | 3:05 p.m. | Globe Life Field, Arlington | $43+ | Watch as the Rangers take on the Colorado Rockies in the home opener. ⚾
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Meet Me Underground | Mon., April 11 | 10 p.m. | CURFEW, 350 W. 5th St. | Cost of purchase | Check out the weekly party featuring house and tech DJs, with a focus on music from the mid-'90s and 2000s.
Tuesday -
Krys Boyd | Tues., April 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Downtown Cowtown at the Isis | $15 | Continuing the 4-part Women’s Voices series, Krys will share the experiences and inspirations she’s found as a journalist in the DFW community.
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Election Integrity Townhall | Tues., April 12 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | CERA, 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd. | Free | Come hear Tina Peters and local elected officials speak about election integrity.
- This & That | Tues., April 12 | 6 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, 3901 S. Hulen St. | $5+ | FWAFA’s youngest musicians will perform in their spring concert. 🎼
Wednesday -
Distillery Tour and Cocktail Tasting | Wed., April 13 | 5 p.m. | Blackland Distillery, 2616 Weisenberger St. | $30 | Enjoy a tasting flight of ultra-premium spirits, along with a signature cocktail. 🥃
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Nature Journaling | Wed., April 13 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. | $5+ | Learn tips + tricks on how to connect with nature and journal your experience. Geared towards adults. ✍️
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Weather - 94º | Partly cloudy | 20% chance of rain
Development -
More homes are coming to south Fort Worth. Sewell, a 296-acre property at West Cleburne Road and Longhorn Trail in Crowley is on track to be developed by a yet-to-be-named “top national homebuilder” + the City of Fort Worth is annexing the property. Construction is expected to begin later this year. 🏘️ (Fort Worth Inc.)
Announced -
Unleash the beast — Beastro, the Fort Worth Zoo’s annual music + tasting event, is back to feed your wild side on Fri., May 20 at 8 p.m. The event will feature fare from local restaurants — like B&B Butchers, Heim Barbecue, and The Beignet Bus — open bars throughout the park + live music. Claw your way for tickets now. 🦁
Civic -
The Glen Park Neighborhood Association and the Tarrant Transit Alliance are seeking help from the city council to waive the $700 fee to build on city property. The Glen Park Bus Shelter Project aims to build five bus stop shelters. With the council’s help, two of the shelters will be installed by mid-May. 🚌 (KERA)
Sports -
Baseball is back and the Rangers’ 50th anniversary season kicks off today at Globe Life Field. Don’t miss out on the delectable new food including alligator corn dogs, chicken fried brisket sandwiches, brisket egg rolls, vegan bratwurst + more. 🌭 (WFAA)
- And while you’re muchin’, you can ponder the fact that the Rangers just executed the first MLB sponsorship deal paid entirely in cryptocurrency with global trading community Trade the Chain. ⚾ (MLB)
Edu History -
On this day in 1918, the largest parade in Fort Worth history marched down Camp Bowie Boulevard. In a four-hour, 225,000-spectator event, the 36th Infantry Division paraded down the boulevard in advance of their departure to France to fight in WWI. 🇺🇸
Job -
Calling all college students: If you love brand storytelling + want to support local businesses with your writing, we have good news: Our Branded Content Studio is hiring a Branded Content Intern to help drive forward our advertising partners’ paid content campaigns this summer. See details and apply
Legacy -
Hall of Famer Rayfield Wright died last week at the age of 76 after a severe seizure. The former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman played in six pro bowls and won two Super Bowls in the 70s. He was also named All-Pro four times and a member of the 1970s All-Decade team. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
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Once complete in 2023, the development will include 214 one- and two-bedroom independent living residences, 95 one- and two-bedroom assisted living units, a movie theater, common areas + more. If you’re interested in leasing, contact the office today.
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Editor's pick: Y’all, I have been waiting for today all year. Baseball is my favorite sport because it has the best snacks. Be honest, you go for the food too. I might even deviate from a classic ballpark hot dog (with mustard and dill relish, of course) and try the cornbread chili pie dog premiering this season. Pro tip: Globe Life Field is a cash-free facility, so no need to hit up the ATM on your way.
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