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Just Hear Those Sleigh Bells Ringing in the Fort
Come on it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you!
Alright, it’s not lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you, but it is December in the Fort, and that means fun! There’s so much to do that we had a hard time narrowing down the list, so you can rest assured that these are some really great things to do with your family and friends. Make sure to bookmark this post so you can refer to it all month long!
Day With(out) Art 2024
December 5
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
The Modern presents Red Reminds Me… a program that reflects the emotional spectrum of living with AIDS in 2024. It features new works by numerous artists, and it reminds us that AIDS is not over.
30th Annual Home for the Holidays Gala
December 6
Fort Worth Club
Help Presbyterian Night Shelter bring families home for the holidays. Enjoy dinner, dancing, a silent and a live auction, raffles, and more as you help our neighbors in Fort Worth.
A Winter’s Cabaret: An Evening with Mick Lynch
December 6-7
Amphibian Stage
Enjoy an intimate evening of music and storytelling with Mick Lynch. No matter how the winds howl and the snow blows, it will be a cozy winter’s evening inside!
Holidays with the UNT One O’Clock Lab Band
December 7
Bass Performance Hall
Give your holidays a jazzy kick with the Grammy-nominated One O’Clock Lab Band. Enjoy an evening of jazz in the intimate McDavid Studio and start your holidays off right.
Auntie Explains X-Mas
December 6-15
W.E. Scott Theater at Arts Fort Worth
Written by Jubilee Theatre’s Founding Artistic Director Rudy Eastman, Auntie Explains X-Mas is a story of family and Christmas, memories and love.
Holiday Pickle Party
December 7
Best Maid Pickle Emporium
Forget the cookies – Santa wants PICKLES! Meet Santa, enjoy pickle tastings, pickle games, and all sorts of pickle-themed fun for the whole family.
Merry Members
December 7
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they make holiday-themed arts and crafts, tour the galleries, and enjoy milk and cookies at the Carter. Be sure to join the Carter as this joyful gathering is for members only.
40th Annual Candlelight Christmas in Ryan Place
December 7
Ryan Place
Since 1984, Ryan Place has opened its doors to the public. Tour five beautiful homes as well as the historic Daggett Elementary which has been dressed up for the holidays.
35th Annual Margarita Ball
December 7
Worthington Hotel
There’s more to the Margarita Ball than just a great party. When you attend, not only will you enjoy the casino while sipping margaritas before dancing the night away, you will support Children’s Charities of Fort Worth while doing it.
One Millionth Dumpling/Second Anniversary
December 8
Hao’s Grocery & Café
Who doesn’t love dumplings? Celebrate two years of Hao’s Grocery with music, local celebs, and of course, DUMPLINGS.
BIG PHOTO Adult Studio
December 11 & 18, January 8,15,22, & 29
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
Explore the art of photography and the special exhibition Diaries of Home with professional artists.
Turnpike Troubadours
December 12 & 13
Billy Bob’s Texas
Enjoy an evening of country roots rock at Billy Bob’s with the Grand Old Men of the genre.
Wandering Roots’ 7th Annual Sip & Shop at the Garden
December 14
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Finish your holiday shopping in the Garden. Browse more than 50 local artists and vendors, meet Cowboy Santa, enjoy food and face painting and a kids’ craft zone while making sure everyone on your list is taken care of!
Second Saturday: The Art of Still Lifes with the Welman Project
December 14
The Kimbell Art Museum
Explore the art of still lifes with the creatives of the Welman Project and enjoy the special exhibition Dutch Art in a Global Age: Masterpieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Fairmount Festivus 2024!
December 14
Fairmount
It’s Festivus for the rest of us! Explore the historic Fairmount district. Enjoy music, lights, special performances, food and drinks, and more while you support One Safe Place.
Winter Market and Snowflake Station
December 15
SiNaCa Studios
If you still have people to shop for, get yourself over to SiNaCa and browse through completely unique, handmade, and local crafts, gifts, and artisanal products.
Make & Take: Decorate Sugar Cookies for the Holidays
December 19
Central Market Cooking School
Learn how to make holiday sugar cookies – roll out the dough, use holiday-themed cutters, and then learn how to pipe beautiful icing accents. For ages seven and up.
Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It’s a Christmas Tour
December 21
Dickies Arena
Local heroes Pentatonix return to Fort Worth to celebrate the holidays with their signature a cappella magic.
Toadies
December 28
Billy Bob’s Texas
Get your flannel out! Fort Worth’s grunge legends are coming to play at Billy Bob’s the Saturday after Christmas.
Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland
December 28
Will Rogers Auditorium
Enjoy awe-inspiring aerial feats and astounding acrobatics in the all-new Holiday Wonderland from Cirque Musica.
Dim Sum Favorites
December 31
Central Market Cooking School
Dim sum is a variety of small plates that make a delicious meal for the table. Learn to make traditional Cantonese dim sum. Ages 18 and up.
New Years Eve celebration background. Toast with fireworks and champagne at midnight
And finally, here’s a round up of some of the best ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Fort!
