Things to Do in Fort Worth in September 2026

By LEAGUE Real Estate | August 31, 2026
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September brings plenty of ways to get out and enjoy Fort Worth, from supporting the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History at the Mad Scientist Ball to a creative night of cocktails, art, music and Statue of Liberty inspired tattoos at the Amon Carter Museum. Families can beat the heat with weekday fun at Main Event, while music lovers can enjoy the All American Concerto Evening at Bass Hall. For something active and festive, the Oktoberfest 5K & Fun Run combines a scenic Trinity Trail run with costumes, stein hoisting, contests and an Oktoberfest celebration.

Mad Scientists Ball

Support the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History with an unforgettable evening of science, history, entertainment, dining and plenty of fun. Guests can get involved by sponsoring a table or purchasing individual tickets, with proceeds helping fund educational programs, community initiatives and engaging exhibits that inspire curiosity and learning throughout Fort Worth.

  • Date: September 26th
  • Time: 6:30 PM–11:00 PM
  • Location: 1600 Gendy St 
  • Cost: $500 individual tickets

Main Event

Monday Night Madness is the perfect excuse to beat the heat and turn an ordinary weeknight into family fun. Head to Main Event for bowling, arcade games, laser tag and more, with all-you-can-play activities available for just $12.99 per person after 4 p.m. on Mondays. It’s an easy way to get everyone out of the house, stay cool and start the week with a little extra fun.

  • Date: September 7th
  • Time: After 4 PM
  • Location: 4801 City Lake Blvd East
  • Cost: $12.99

Amon Carter Museum

Second Thursdays at the Carter: Monuments & Martinis offers a fun, after hours way to experience the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. Guests can mingle, make art, meet visiting artists, enjoy themed cocktails, and explore The Statue of Liberty from Bartholdi to Warhol, an exhibition exploring how artists have depicted the iconic monument over the past 150 years. It’s a great choice for a creative date night or a relaxed evening with friends.

  • Date: September 10th
  • Time: 5–8 PM
  • Location: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd
  • Cost: Free Admission. Drinks & bites for sale

Bass Hall Concerto

All-American Concerto Evening celebrates America through some of its most iconic classical music. The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Robert Spano, joins three outstanding soloists for works by Copland, Barber, Mason Bates and Gershwin, including the beloved Rhapsody in Blue. It’s a spectacular evening of music and a fitting salute to America’s 250th anniversary at Bass Performance Hall.

  • Date: September 22nd
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Location: Bass Hall
  • Cost: $22–$99

Oktoberfest 5K & Fun Run

Lace up for a festive run that combines fitness with all the fun of Fort Worth Oktoberfest. Choose from a 5K or 1-mile fun run, then stick around for costumes, team contests, stein hoisting and an after-party. Participants also receive a commemorative stein and festival pass, making this a fun event for runners, families and groups of friends.

  • Date: September 26th
  • Time: 7:30 AM
  • Location: 2933 Farmhouse Way
  • Cost: $49–$59

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