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:: FREE Sunset Cinema Outdoor Movie at The Amon Carter
…Featuring Classic To Kill A Mockingbird
…Friday, July 29, 2016

:: 13th Annual Modern Dance Festival at The Modern
…Saturday and Sunday, July 30-31, 2016

The 13th annual Modern Dance Festival at The Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth features a series of special performances, events, concerts, films, and more. The festival concludes on Sunday afternoon with a final dance across the length of the museum’s beautiful Grand Lobby. 

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What: For more information about the 13th Annual Modern Dance Festival, click here.
When:  July 30-31, 2016, 1:00PM. View the schedule of festival events here.
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street
Cost: FREE!  Note that for patrons who plan to also visit the galleries, regular admission applies on Saturday (Sunday admission is FREE!).

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:: FREE National Cutting Horse Association Competition and Show
…Daily through August 6, 2016

Enjoy an afternoon at the National Cutting Horse Association Summer Cutting Spectacular and experience quintessential Fort Worth with a horse and riding event that dates back to the 1800s.  This year’s show and competition features some of the finest cutting horses and rider talents in the country.

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:: FREE Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
…Saturday, July 30, 2016

Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping, sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.

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What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, July 30, 2016, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building, located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here. When you see the Texas longhorns and authentic drovers, you know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Sunset Cinema Outdoor Movie at The Amon Carter
…Featuring O Brother, Where Art Thou? 
…Friday, July 15, 2016

:: FREE Outdoor Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
…Featuring Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Radney Forester, & More
…Friday to Sunday, July 15 to 17, 2016

Join your family and friends for an evening of FREE music at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their summer series of free music and performing arts under the stars. Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to comfortably enjoy the outdoor entertainment. Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

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What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM.  See the schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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:: FREE National Cutting Horse Association Competition and Show
…July 16 to August 6, 2016

Enjoy an afternoon at the National Cutting Horse Association Summer Cutting Spectacular and experience quintessential Fort Worth with a horse and riding event that dates back to the 1800s.  This year’s show and competition features some of the finest cutting horses and rider talents in the country.

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Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping, sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, July 16, 2016, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building, located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here. When you see the Texas longhorns and authentic drovers, you know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Family Summer Camp & Outdoor Fun Event at Bass Pro
    Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, through July 24

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Family Summer Camp and Outdoor Fun Weekend Event. There will be FREE family activities including a free catch and release pond, crafts,  games, kids shooting arcade, workshops, outdoor activities, free photos, and more!

Take a look at the full schedule of events here.

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What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When:  Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays through July 24, 2016. For a schedule of daily activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine

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:: FREE Red White & Sousa Patriotic Concert in Colleyville
…Friday, June 24, 2016

The songs of America will come to life when the city of Colleyville presents Red, White & Sousa. This 100-voices strong free patriotic concert will be performed by internationally acclaimed a cappella men’s chorus, The Vocal Majority — the group has garnered 12 international gold medals and fans worldwide. The evening will also feature gourmet food trucks and more.  Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

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What:  Learn more about the The Vocal Majority’s a cappella performance of  Red, White & Sousa, here.
When:  Friday, June 24, 2016. The free patriotic concert begins at 8:00PM; the gourmet food park opens at 6:30PM.
Where:  Colleyville Center, 5301 Riverwalk Dr.  Free parking is available at Town Center and Lifetime Fitness.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Ballet Concerto’s Summer Dance Concert Series
…Daily Events through Sunday, June 26, 2016

Ballet Concerto’s 35th annual free summer dance concert in Trinity Park, recognized by Fort Worth Weekly as Fort Worth’s “Best Outdoor Cultural Event,” brings ballet and other forms of dance to North Texas. During the performance, concession stands will be available or feel free to take your own picnic and snacks.  You will also want to bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment in comfort.

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What: To learn more about Ballet Concerto’s Summer Dance Concert series, click here.
Where: Trinity Park Pavilion at 2300 West 7th St. in Fort Worth.
Go here for directions.  Lot parking is available on the west side of Trinity Park Drive, only a few steps from Trinity Park. There is also street parking available on Slayton Street and Trinity Park Drive.
When: Now through Sunday, June 26 ~ Concerts start at 8:30PM. See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission for lawn seats.  Reserved table seating is also  available (go here for details and ticket prices).

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
…Featuring Knox Hamilton and Lone Star Circus
…Friday and Sunday, June 24 and 26, 2016

Join your family and friends for an evening of FREE music at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their summer series of free music and performing arts under the stars. Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to comfortably enjoy the outdoor entertainment. Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM.  See the schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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:: FREE Teen Night at The Kimbell Art Museum
…Saturday, June 25, 2016

Designed by teens, for teens! This first annual teen-only event features a night of dancing, food, free giveaways, and much more. Explore the museum through creative art-making projects, contribute to collaborative art pieces, go on a scavenger hunt with friends, or compete in trivia games! Oh, and did we mention it’s FREE?!  Event also includes:

• Free Kimbell Teens t-shirts for the first 200 teens in the door
• Free Steel City Pops popsicles for the first 250 teens in the door
• Free Kimbell Teen Night tote bags for the first 300 teens in the door (and you get to block print them yourself

Note: Everything happens after the Museum closes to the public. This program is exclusively for teens, Grades 9–12 — Please bring your high school ID.

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What: For more information and details, visit the the Kimbell’s event site.
When: Friday, June 25, 2016 ~ 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd
Cost: FREE!

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:: Nash Farm in Grapevine, Family Fun & Dairy Day Event
…Saturday, June 25, 2016

Get a taste of farm life just steps away from the heart of the city, and celebrate National Dairy Month at Historic Nash Farm! You’ll learn where milk comes from, see demonstrations of milking a cow, churn your own butter, and have fun taking a wagon ride. Please note that registration is required and participants of all ages are encouraged to attend.

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What: For more information about the 110 acre Nash Farm and the
Dairy Day family fun event, go here.
When: Saturday, June 25, 2016, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Nash Farm ~ 626 Ball Street ~ near Historic Downtown Grapevine
Free Parking 1 Block west of Nash Farm at Cannon Elementary or
at the Botanical Gardens and Homestead Dr.
Cost: Admission is $3 per person. Wagon rides at Dairy Day are $1 per person.

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:: FREE Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
…Saturday, June 25, 2016

Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping, sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 25, 2016, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building, located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here. When you see the Texas longhorns and authentic drovers, you know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Ironman Inspired Project
.…Saturday, June 25, 2016

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE Ironman Marvel Avengers project to take home. All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

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What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, June 25, 2016~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location,click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Family Summer Camp & Outdoor Fun Event at Bass Pro
    Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, through July 24

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Family Summer Camp and Outdoor Fun Weekend Event. There will be FREE family activities including a free catch and release pond, crafts,  games, kids shooting arcade, workshops, outdoor activities, free photos, and more!

Take a look at the full schedule of events here.

Details, details
What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When:  Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays through July 24, 2016. For a schedule of daily activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine

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:: FREE Arlington Center Stage Music Festival at the Levitt Pavilion
…Featuring The Polyphonic Spree, Blood, Sweat & Tears, & more
…Friday to Sunday, May 27 to 29, 2016

Kick off your summer with a weekend filled with free music under the stars! The fifth annual Downtown Arlington Center Stage Music Festival runs May 27-29 and features a fantastic list of some of the best music talent in Texas and around the world including Grammy Award winner, Blood Sweat & Tears!  Tip: Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to comfortably enjoy the outdoor entertainment. Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers please.

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What: To learn more about the Arlington Center Stage Music Festival and the performance line-up, click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: See the full schedule of weekend events and concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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:: FREE Studio Five 90 Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
…Friday, May 27, 2016

:: Cruisin’ Granbury Festival and Memorial Day Ceremony
…Saturday to Monday, May 28 to 30, 2016

Granbury will kick off summer this Memorial Day Weekend in 50s style! The Historic Granbury Merchants Association presents Cruisin’ Granbury, a festival dedicated to the era of cool cars and rock and roll. May 28-30, visitors will enjoy live music, dancing, classic car show, kids carnival rides, and even an Elvis tribute!  On Monday, extend a well-deserved “thank you” to America’s veterans by joining the city of Granbury for their traditional Memorial Day Veteran’s weekend ceremony.

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What: For more information about the Memorial Day Weekend event in historic Granbury, click here.
When: Saturday to Monday, May 28 to 30, 2016.  See schedule details here.
Where: Downtown Granbury’s Historical Square
Cost: Attendance is FREE!

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:: FREE Leatherworking Craft Workshop ~ Amon Carter Museum
…Saturday, May 28, 2016

:: FREE Saturday Outdoor Exercise Classes at The Trailhead
…in Clearfork on Fort Worth’s Trinity Trails
…Saturday, May 28, 2016

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What:  Learn more about The Trailhead and Saturday exercise classes here.
When: Saturday, May 28 (weather permitting) Classes begin at 8:00 and run hourly until noon. See the full schedule of classes here.
Where: Located on the riverfront of the Trinity Trails within Clearfork,
The Trailhead has a direct connection to the 40-miles of hike-and-bike trails.
Click here for directions.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Family Outdoor Adventure Event at Bass Pro Shops
    Saturday and Sunday, May 28 & 29, 2016

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Outdoor Event for families. There will be FREE seminars, demonstrations, fishing at the pond, giveaways, and more!  Take a look at the schedule of events here.

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What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 28 & 29
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE

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