Things to Do in Fort Worth in July 2024

Welcome to LEAGUE's guide to the best things to do in Fort Worth this July! As the summer heats up, Fort Worth has plenty of fun events and activities for the whole family. From the Fourth of July celebration to live music, outdoor adventures, and culinary experiences for the kids, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Dive into our curated list and plan how you can make the most of this July in our great city!

 

Fort Worth's Fourth

You’re invited to the biggest fireworks show and Independence Day celebration in DFW: Fort Worth’s Fourth! For its 17th year, the event is welcoming a new title sponsor—U.S. LawShield®—as it presents an evening of festival food, cold drinks, kids’ activities, live music, and incredible fireworks along the banks of the Trinity River at Panther Island Pavilion.

• Date: July 4, 2024
• Location: Panther Island Pavilion
• Time: 5pm to 10pm
• Cost: Free
  
  

First Fri-YAY

For the fifth consecutive year, North Texas Healthy Communities (NTHC) and Fort Worth Bike Sharing are partnering to provide free all-day bike rental passes on the first Friday of each month throughout 2024. Residents and visitors can pick up a standard or electric-assist bike at more than 60 Fort Worth Bike Sharing stations and pedal their way around the city. Whether you’re a regular cyclist or a casual rider, these no-cost passes offer a great way to get outside and move naturally.

Riders can access the free passes by using promo code 92020APP on the BCycle app when checking out a bike. Locations are listed on the station map on the Fort Worth Bike Sharing website, fortworthbikesharing.org. Bikes must be docked back in and checked out every two hours to avoid accruing extra charges.

• Date: July 5, 2024
• Location: Fort Worth Bike Sharing stations
• Cost: Free

 

Live Music All Day at Fort Brewery & Pizza

Fort Brewery is all about bringing people together in a fun, laid-back, and family-friendly environment. Enjoy free live music all day on 7/6, 7/7 and 7/13. Seating is first come, first served. All ages are welcome and parking is free.

• Dates: July 6, July 7, and July 13
• Location: Fort Brewery and Pizza
• Time: Varies
• Cost: Free

 

Safari Splash at Fort Worth Zoo

Cool off and chill out at Safari Splash. Snag a shaded lounge chair and enjoy a cold soft drink or lemonade and let the kids soak up the fun in the 14,000 square-foot splash area. Safari Splash is a water play area equipped with four slides, a water dump tower, a fill wall for your water toys, animal-shaped water cannons and a designated toddler play area. For an additional $6 ($5 for Zoo members) with Zoo admission, enjoy Safari Splash before or after a trip through the Zoo!

• Dates: Daily During Summer Season
• Location: Fort Worth Zoo
• Time: Open 10am to when the Zoo closes (hours may vary)
• Cost: $6 with Zoo Admission, $5 Members, Toddlers Free

 

Mama Mia!

A mother, a daughter, 3 possible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! All set to the timeless hits of ABBA. For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

• Dates: July 16, 2024 - July 21, 2024
• Location: Bass Performance Hall
• Time: 7:30pm to 10:30pm
• Cost: $66.00

 

TC Paddlesports at Panther Island

Discover amazing scenic views from a new perspective. Explore the Trinity River by kayak, paddleboard or canoe. You can rent the watercraft of your choosing from TC Paddlesports at Panther Island and start making memories on your laid-back journey along the Clear or West Forks of the Trinity River today.

• Dates/Times: Tues - Fri 10am - 6pm, Sat and Sun 9am - 7pm 
• Location: Panther Island Pavilion
• Cost: From $20/hr

 

Celebrity Chef Dinner & Fundraiser: Chef Kevin Martinez

Join Fort Worth’s award-winning Chef Kevin Martinez of Tokyo Cafe, Yatai Food Cart, and Heirloom Garden Cafe as he prepares a multi-course menu as part of Taste Project’s Celebrity Chef Dinner and Fundraiser event series!

• Date: July 26, 2024
• Location: Taste Community Restaurant
• Time: 6pm to 8pm
• Cost: $75 per person (Tables of 2, 4, and 6 Available)

 

Young Chefs Academy Culinary Camp

Young Chefs Academy seasonal cooking experiences deliver an immersive culinary adventure for the young chefs within our community, empowering budding chefs to grow in their knowledge of the culinary arts and self-confidence. Each day is filled with fun, hands-on adventures as they build upon new culinary skills and techniques. Their experienced staff is ready to deliver a well-rounded experience filled with culinary knowledge and fun! The camps are for young chefs ages 7-15.

• Dates: Several options, from July 8 to July 25
• Location: Young Chef's Academy
• Time: Camps are from 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm
• Cost: $279