September Days Are Here: Fun in the Fort

“By all these lovely tokens, September days are here. With summer’s best of weather and autumn’s best of cheer.” – Helen Hunt Jackson

I love September. School has been back long enough that school routines are established, and we can start exploring on weekends. Fort Worth has a lot of great family friendly things to do in September, so keep reading!

Labor Day Weekend, Stockyards Style
September 2-5
Stockyards

Do you like live music? How about rodeos? Family activities? Well, you’d better get your family to the Stockyards this weekend to celebrate Labor Day!

Sounds Modern Presents Women Musicking Women
September 3
The Modern

The most up-to-the-minute and least predictable concert music series in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Sounds Modern has been exploring links between contemporary music and visual arts for over a decade. Sounds Modern reaches beyond the traditional context of classical music, collaborating with modern art presenters and other non-traditional venues to share adventurous new music with adventurous new audiences.

TCU Women’s Soccer Hosts Duke
September 4
Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium

The Lady Horned Frogs take on the Duke Blue Devils at 7 pm. Bring the family out to cheer for your hometown team!

August Wilson’s Fences
September 2-24
Circle Theatre

In August Wilson’s American classic, Troy Maxson, a former star baseball player, is excluded from the major leagues, as a Black man. He is deemed ‘too old’ by the time the Majors begins admitting Black athletes. Troy’s bitterness takes its toll on his relationships with his son, who now wants his own chance to become a football star, and his wife, who reevaluates their marriage when Troy comes home with a secret that changes their lives.

Art All Night
September 9 at 5 pm through September 10 at 10 pm
Race Street

Celebrate arts and culture on Race Street between Sylvania Avenue and Riverside Drive. Stroll the street to view artwork and meet the artists. Listen to live music and participate in creative classes and arts demonstrations. Panther City Artists curate an outdoor gallery. Join them for a hands-on experience to create a public art project Saturday 2pm – 6pm. Shop boutiques, sip spirits and dine in some of the best restaurants in Fort Worth. Friday, Sept. 9 from 5pm ’til 10pm and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 2pm – 6pm.

Photo courtesy of the Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Party on the Porch
September 10
Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Join us for our annual Party on the Porch and celebrate the closing weekend of Sargent, Whistler, and Venetian Glass: American Artists and the Magic of Murano. Explore the galleries, get creative with art-making activities, and end the night with a free outdoor concert featuring country artist Brent Cobb.

Sister Cities Harvest Moon Festival
September 10
Overton Park

The Mid-Autumn or Harvest Moon Festival, 中秋节 (Zhōng Qīu Jíe) in Chinese, is a widely celebrated holiday in China, and throughout Asia. On this night, it is said that the moon is at its brightest and fullest size, coinciding with the time of autumn harvest. Celebrate this 3,000-year-old festival with moon cakes, lantern-making, poetry, music, and more! Bring the whole family. Also bring a chair or blanket and be prepared to see a beautiful full moon rise (approx. 8:03 p.m.).

Dancing with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Stars
September 17
Bass Hall

The FWSO and friends explore all types of dance music from around the world. From traditional to folk, and from ballet to modern, come hear how an orchestra shakes their bones as we travel through different cultures utilizing the rhythmic power of dance and music.

Mad Scientist Ball
September 17
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History invites you to rediscover The Mad Scientist Ball with a spectacular evening of thrilling experiences, delectable dinner, and captivating entertainment! Mad Scientist Ball is the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s signature annual fundraiser and one of the most unique parties in town!

Cirque du Soleil Ovo
September 22-25
Dickies Arena

OVO by Cirque du Soleil is coming to Dickies Arena September 22 through 25 to reveal the joyful world of insects. The arena will be filled with unstoppable energy for five shows. Join the party and experience spectacular acrobatics with family and friends!

Oktoberfest Fort Worth
September 22-24
Trinity Park

Oktoberfest Fort Worth is a three-day German festival so authentic you’ll forget you’re in Texas! Enjoy authentic German food, biergatens, music, dancing, Dachshund races, clothing, and souvenirs.

Mariposa Market
September 24-25
Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Part of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and BRIT’s ¡Celebramos! A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage, the Mariposa Market invites you to shop the wares of local Hispanic artisan vendors and enjoy all sorts of family-friendly activities.

Texas Ballet Theater’s Cirque du Ballet
September 30-October 2
Bass Hall

Come one, come all! This world premiere presents an amazing array of fabulous characters and choreography under the big top. See your favorite moments from ballets like Cinderella, Dracula, Swan Lake, and more!

And finally…

The State Fair of Texas Opening Day
September 30
Fair Park, Dallas

Celebrate all things Texas at the State Fair. Meet you at Big Tex!