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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FORT WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Each Friday, we post ideas for FREE (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…

Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Fort Worth Fly-In Musicfest!  ~  Saturday, November 7 

                            

This sounds like a really fun day!  Combine airplanes, live music, fireworks, plus activities for the kids and you get the Fort Worth Fly-In Musicfest. The event will include two stages with non-stop music performed by local musicians (Brave Combo will be featured), Airplane rides, Pancake Breakfast, and more.   

Details, details
What:  For more details, click here.  For the music schedule, click here.
When:  Saturday November 7, 2009 ~ 8:00AM until the fireworks are over
Where:  At Spinks Airport in Burleson.  Click here for directions.
    In case you want to fly-in, click here for directions.  Yes…an option :)
Cost: FREE Admission.  Parking is $10 per vehicle.

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Saddle up for fun at Amon Carter’s Family Fun day!
Sunday, November 8

        

The Amon Carter museum, a local jewel of a spot, is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family with their program, “Way Out West.” 

Artworks of the American West will come to life for families of all ages through engaging activities and exciting stories. Sunday’s program will offer FREE art-making and other fun activities for kids.  

Details, details
When:  Sunday, November 8, 2009 ~ 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Where:  Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.  Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.
Cost: Entrance to the Amon Carter’s Permanent Collection is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #3

World Championship American Paint Horse Association Show!
Daily through Saturday, November 14

                      

Experience quintessential Fort Worth at the World Championship American Paint Horse Association Show!  This year’s show and competition features some of the finest horses and jumping/western riding talents in the country!

Details, details
What: For more information about the event, click here.
   To find out more about the American Paint Horse, click here.
When: Daily now through Saturday, November 14.
   For a daily schedule of events, click here.
Where: Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #4

Seussical Jr. Musical at Artisan Theater
Friday & Saturday, November 6-7

 

This fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza brings all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life onstage, including the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie, and all the Whos of Whoville! So, let your toes tap, your fingers snap, and your imagination run wild for “Oh, the thinks you can think, When you think about Seuss!”

Details, details
What: For more info about the musical, click here.
When Friday & Saturday, November 6-7, 2009
   Friday ~ 7:30PM
   Saturday ~ 3:00 & 7:30PM
Where: Artisan Theater, 418 E. Pipeline Road, Hurst
Cost: $5, all ages

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #5

Take an Art-FULL Trek to Dallas ~ Saturday, November 7

                       

Activity 1: Nasher Sculpture Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.  The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays for families.  Held the first Saturday of every month, this special event features FREE admission and a fun schedule of activities for the kids.  For details, including complete schedule and directions to the Nasher, click here.

Activity 2: FREE Family Day at the Crow Collection of Asian Art.  Experience the essence of the Crow Collection during this Family Day. Explore the Wild Flowering family center where young ones can participate in a variety of activities such as “Make your own collection,” “Map the Art,” “Write your own postcard from the exhibition” and more.  FREE Admission. For details, including directions to the the Crow Collection, click here.

Details, details
When Saturday, November 7, 2009 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: Directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
   & For Directions to the Crow Collection, click here.
Cost: FREE

Enjoy! :)

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