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June Is Bustin’ Out in Cowtown
If a June night could talk, it would probably boast it invented romance.
Bernard Williams
June is coming, and with it, summer in the Fort. There’s so much fun to be had before the heat of the summer drives us all inside. We’ve gathered some of the best things to do in Cowtown in June, so bookmark this page to refer to all month long!
Photo courtesy of FWMSH
Dynamo’s Birthday Party
June 1
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Join us for a special Members-only birthday party for our favorite dinosaur, Dynamo! Celebrate with mascot friends, snap photos, make a birthday card for Dynamo and enjoy a birthday party treat!
International Trombone Festival Concert
June 1
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
The International Trombone Festival (ITF) is an annual multi-day event featuring all things trombone. Artists, teachers, students, professionals, industry leaders, and hobbyists gather to celebrate and explore the many facets and styles of trombone playing, teaching, and craftsmanship. The 2024 festival is held in collaboration with the TCU School of Music and a concert at the Modern will conclude this festival.
Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow Tour
June 4
Dickies Arena
Fans can expect to hear songs from his forthcoming new album Everything I Thought It Was, his latest single “Selfish” out now, and everyone’s favorite hits. Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd), Theron Thomas, Amy Allen and produced by Timberlake, Louis Bell and Cirkut, “Selfish” is the first taste of solo music from Justin since his 2018 Man of the Woods record. Justin’s sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was is out March 15th.
SparkFest ‘24
June 6-18
South Main Street
Amphibian Stage’s SparkFest is back! This fabulous Fort Worth tradition celebrates the bright future of live entertainment—featuring theatre, dance, comedy, and music. In 2024, these events celebrate the artistry of the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community.
Sherlock Holmes & the Adventure of the Elusive Ear
June 6-23
Stage West Theatre
The as-yet-undiscovered genius, Vincent Van Gogh, presents a most peculiar case to noted detective Sherlock Holmes, his partner Dr. Watson, and his paramour Irene Adler. The trio embark on a rousing caper and find themselves confronting a new, yet somehow familiar, nemesis. With a helping hand from Oscar Wilde, the world’s greatest detective is set to uncover a Post-Impressionist conspiracy. This zany mystery adventure is the opening gambit in a Baker Street trilogy. The game is afoot!
Hundred Days
June 6-July 6
Circle Theatre
What would you do if you only had a hundred days to live? To love? This whirlwind rock journey pulls us into a world where the thrill of the unknown collides with the poignant beauty of a love story; all intertwined with an intoxicating score. Join us where the musicians in the band are the storytellers who bring this true-to-life story straight to the Circle stage. (Contains adult language.)
Festa della Repubblica
June 7
The Kimbell Art Museum
Join the Kimbell and Fort Worth Sister International for Festa della Repubblica, a celebration of the unity of the Italian people. Enjoy live music from Allegro Guitar Society, explore details in Italian artworks, and create your own mini masterpiece. Selected beverages and snacks will be available for purchase.
Noche de Bailar
June 8
Artes de la Rosa at the Historic Rose Marine Theater
You are cordially invited to Noche de Bailar, an unforgettable evening celebrating the heart and soul of Mexican culture! Join us for a mesmerizing night filled with the enchanting sounds of mariachi music and captivating performances by our talented students, showcasing dances from various regions of Mexico. Experience the richness and vibrant colors of traditional attire and witness the preservation of Mexican heritage through dance.
Hamilton
June 11-23
Bass Performance Hall
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. You don’t want to miss your shot!
Trinity Pride Fest 2024 Presented by Frank Kent Cadillac
June 15
Magnolia Green Park
Trinity Pride returns to celebrate Pride in person again in Fort Worth and with our neighboring communities. Our one-day festival will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 6-10 p.m. at Magnolia Green Park, 1201 Lipscomb St, in Fort Worth’s booming Near Southside neighborhood. There will be local food trucks and an artisan vendor market by Wandering Roots. There will be LIVE MUSIC from major queer artists and bands. We will also have Nonprofit Row featuring organizations working directly in our Fort Worth Queer Community!
Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival
June 14-16
Panther Island Pavilion
Unity Unlimited Inc. is thrilled to announce the Opal Lee Juneteenth “Family Reunion Festival,” a dynamic celebration honoring freedom, emancipation, and the impactful work of Dr. Opal Lee. The festival will take place in Fort Worth, Texas, from June 14th to June 16th, 2024. Enjoy films, music, theater, dance, and more, as well as a health fair, food vendors, a kids’ zone, and a grand fireworks show!
Lost ‘n Sound
June 15
South Main Village
Enjoy FREE LIVE MUSIC at more than 16 VENUES in the Near Southside’s SOUTH MAIN VILLAGE. Dip in and out of venues while discovering new musicians and exploring new spaces! This music “crawl” is totally free to attend with dozens of musicians across the village.
Father’s Day Cookout
June 15
Fort Worth Zoo
Celebrate Dad and all he does with an after-hours cookout at the Fort Worth Zoo. There will be activities, tours, great food and drink, and more to make Dad feel like he’s King of the Jungle!
Hands on Grilling with Dad
June 16
Central Market
Celebrate Father’s Day in style! With the able assistance of our Cooking School Instructors, you’ll polish your grilling techniques as you and your father create both vegetable and beef kebabs; discover the secret to grilling potatoes; and produce a refreshing summer dessert with grilled fruit. Then you’ll sit down to enjoy the great, grilled meal that you’ve just made. For Dad and up to two children, ages 7 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult who has purchased a ticket. Tickets are priced per person. Dads and children who are 21 or older will enjoy a glass of wine paired with their meal.
Creative Art with Olivia: Mixed Media with Watercolor
June 18
Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Calling all Art Adventurers! Join Olivia Garcia-Hassell—the OG Art Teacher—to experiment with a variety of media and techniques. These monthly classes are appropriate for all ability and experience levels and promote enjoyment over perfection. Enjoy playing with art materials, learning new processes and having fun with Olivia’s open-ended, judgment-free style of artmaking!
Ballet Concerto’s 42nd Annual Summer Dance Concert
June 20-23
The Shops at Clearfork
Spanish dance master Luis Montero will return to restage his Carmen, which received its worldwide debut at the 2001 SUMMER DANCE CONCERT. Other works being planned include Western Sweet with choreography by Michael Vernon, as well as Ebb and Flow by resident choreographer Elise Lavallee. Ballet Concerto engages choreographers of national and international renown and professional dancers from ballet companies throughout the United States for this concert.
FWSO Presents Night of Strings at the Garden: Baroque Chamber
June 21
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Bassoon, oboe, and harpsichord join the strings for a Baroque chamber orchestra! This concert features two concerto grossi, where the melody passes between a small group of FWSO soloists as they play in an intricate dialogue with the larger group. Karl Jenkin’s Palladio calls back to this style despite being composed between 1993 and 1995, and you may recognize it from a 1993 De Beers diamond commercial. Also included in the program are Bach’s Suite No. 1 and “Air” from Suite No. 3. FREE Parking for Night of Strings at the Garden. *This is an indoor concert
SiNaCa’s Ice Cream Social
June 22
SiNaCa Studios
Support the arts and community at SiNaCa Studios’ annual Ice Cream Social! Cool off for the summer while we cool down our furnace and empty it of molten glass to create your own one-of-a-kind glass sand casted keepsake. Select a glass bowl crafted by SiNaCa’s own local artists and enjoy ice cream! This family friendly community fundraising event in the Near Southside Arts cultural district will commence at 11am with a smash and conclude at 3pm. Stop in anytime to enjoy a scoop of ice cream and take in the sights and sounds of the final day of hot shop activity for the summer. Proceeds benefit SiNaCa Studios by servicing our furnace with needed upgrades and helping us maintain our historic building on Magnolia Avenue.
And finally…
The Carter’s Midsummer Mingle
June 26
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Cue the lights! Carter Society members invite you to travel back to Hollywood glamour, silver-screen sophistication, and the intoxicating jazz of the 1920s! Inspired by the exhibition Moving Pictures: Karl Struss and the Rise of Hollywood, enjoy craft cocktails, live music, and decadent hors d’oeuvres. Nineteen-twenties-inspired costumes are encouraged but not required. The costume contest winner will be voted the bees knees! Participation is optional. Midsummer Mingle is free for Carter Society members!
