Happy Thursday,
Earlier this month, I broke a major story that rocked Fort Worth’s arts community: ArtsGoggle will pause in 2027 as major underground repairs on Magnolia Avenue are expected to begin in the spring.
Although the decision was not easy, event organizers are calling on the community to show out this Saturday not to say goodbye to the beloved street festival, but see you later.
Reporting fellows with the Fort Worth Report will be at the Saturday event to speak with guests and visitors about what this year’s showcase means to them.
What’s your favorite ArtsGoggle memory? I’d love to hear your stories. Respond to this email or contact me at david.moreno@fortworthreport.org.
Stroll down Magnolia and visit hundreds of art booths
The street festival features more than 1,000 visual artists and 50 musical performances across more than 20 blocks on Magnolia Avenue. Visitors are encouraged to ride the trolley or Trinity Metro’s buses or rideshare.
What: ArtsGoggle
When: Noon-10 p.m. Oct. 24
Where: Magnolia Avenue, Fort Worth; find a complete map here
Admission: Free
Sit on lawn blanket, watch outdoor screening of Halloween film
The screening of Tim Burton’s “Frankenweenie” is in conjunction with the Modern’s “In the Making: The Sculpture Project,” a series of free art activities through October. No personal coolers, drinks, food, pets or lawn chairs allowed.
What: Frankenweenie: Film on the Modern’s lawn
When: 7-9 p.m. Oct. 23
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth
Admission: $7-$10; free for children under 17
Dance the animal mash at not-so-spooky zoo celebration
Dress your kids up for three-days of treat stations, live entertainment, animal shows and fun Halloween activities. Guests 13 and older must leave their faces visible. Adults in heavy makeup or full-face masks are not allowed.
What: Boo at the Zoo
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 23-25
Where: Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth
Admission: $18-$22
Two is better than one: Visit another arts festival at Clearfork
This three-day festival features more than 90 artists along with live-demonstrations of glass-blowing, wheel-thrown pottery, sculpting and woodturning. Fort Worth Opera is performing daily.
What: Art Worth: A Festival of Fine Art and Fine Craft
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 23; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 24; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 25
Where: The Shops at Clearfork, 5135 Monahans Ave., Fort Worth
Admission: Free
Immerse yourself in Native American traditions
IndigiCommunity’s fifth annual event brings together Native culture, community, dancing, drums and vendors under one roof. Six contests are planned for those who want to show their family’s regalia. Find the complete schedule here.
What: North Texas Powwow
When: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Oct. 24
Where: Esports Stadium, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
Admission: Free; $10 parking
Thanks for reading! Do you have a Weekend Worthy event? Add it to our community calendar.
David Moreno is the arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report. Contact him at david.moreno@fortworthreport.org.
The Fort Worth Report’s arts and culture coverage is supported in part by the Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation and the Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust. At the Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. Read more about our editorial independence policy here.
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