Art Worth Coming October 2023

Art Worth Coming October 2023

FORT WORTH’S NEW FALL ART FESTIVAL SET TO MARK SECOND YEAR  

RETURNING TO THE LAWN AT WRMC, OCTOBER 20, 21 & 22, 2023

Art Worth, a festival on the lawn at Will Rogers Memorial Center, will mark its second year, October 20, 21 & 22.  A celebration of visual arts and classical music, Art Worth will feature exhibitions by 80 Artists who have been selected from hundreds of applicants; these artists were chosen for their superlative level of skill, in 3-D disciplines ranging from glass and metal work to wood and clay, as well as 2-D media, such as painting, print-making, and photography. 

 In addition to Artists’ displays, Art Worth will also offer live-demonstrations of glass-blowing, metal pours, potters’ wheel, & wood-turning. The three-day event will also showcase Classical Music performances by area ensembles ranging from elementary and high schools to TCU’s Opera Studio and professional companies. A full selection of Food & Libations will be available, too! 

The second annual edition of Art Worth will take place Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21, from 10am to 6pm; open hours for Sunday, October 22, are from 11am to 4pm.  

The 80 invited artists were selected from hundreds of applicants by jurors, Janelle Montgomery (curator/researcher);  Pamela Summers (artist); Rebecca Low (gallery owner), and Amy Bishop (WRR radio host). Artists from across the United States, as well as North Texas, were chosen for the outdoor exhibition.    

Produced by ArtWorks Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Art Worth is Fort Worth’s newest fine art and fine craft festival. The festival is free and open to the public. “We’re excited to stage this event in the heart of the Cultural District. Art Worth adds another dimension to the amazing arts resources with which we share this location; during our festival weekend, the assets of Fort Worth’s renowned museums will be augmented with art that is contemporary and accessible. We think Art Worth’s greatest value is the chance to meet the exhibiting artists; plus, see how some of their work is made through our demonstrations.” said Greg Belz, Executive Director for ArtWorks Foundation.  

Art Worth chose the lawn at Will Rogers Memorial Center for its verdant outdoor setting and proximity to renowned museums, restaurants, theaters, and other arts institutions sited in Fort Worth’s Cultural District. 

Art Worth’s goal is a heightened public appreciation for, and understanding of, the role that visual arts play in our daily lives. The festival presents opportunities for individuals to enjoy learning through demonstrations of fine craft skills and artist conversations, as well as to start or add to their own collections. There will also be live classical music and a range of food, wine and other libations offered. 

“Fort Worth is a proven Mecca for art festivals,” said Belz.  “Main Street is one of the nation’s best; our smaller festival is not intended to be as massive, but we do strive for the same level of quality presented in the spring. Our fall show provides a bookend to the Texas festival season, and a second chance for artists and buyers to meet each other.”  Art Worth’s location also provides ease of access to the entire North Texas community; there is ample parking within the blocks surrounding the site.

There is more about the festival on Art Worth’s website, or on  Art Worth’s  Instagram and Facebook pages.

ArtWorks Foundation exists to help artists grow in their business and their work through programs, exhibitions, and education initiatives in several southern states.

Fort Worth Oktoberfest Returns September 21-23

Fort Worth Oktoberfest Returns September 21-23

Tickets Now on Sale for Fort Worth Oktoberfest  

Authentic German festival to be held at Trinity Park September 21-23, 2023.  

Tickets are on sale now for Fort Worth Oktoberfest – a three-day Munich-style celebration  of German culture. Early online ticket purchases are guaranteed a free 2023 commemorative Oktoberfest  stein.  

Fort Worth Oktoberfest guests enjoy the best in German food, bier and entertainment. Thursday’s ceremonial  ‘Tapping of the Kegs’ kicks off the fun and the festival continues through Saturday with carnival rides,  dachshund races, Siegi’s Sausage Brat Eating Contest, bier barrel rolling, stein hoist competitions, the  Oktoberfest Run und Ride and more.  

Live authentic German Music at Fort Worth Oktoberfest
Fort Worth Oktoberfest logo
Friends having fun at Fort Worth Oktoberfest

Entertainment will include German polka and party bands, on multiple stages. This year’s lineup includes  Grammy nominated Alex Meixner Band, Das Ist Lustig, Alpenmusikanten, Walburg Boys and new this year all  the way from Bavaria, the Happy Hour Oktoberfestband! 

Spaten will be on tap, along with other fall and Oktoberfest craft biers. Traditional German food including  bratwursts, pretzels, strudel, schnitzel and German potato pancakes will be offered along with carnival food  favorites. Festival goers can enjoy the air-conditioned Spaten Hall, Van Zandt Zelt and the new Karbach  biergarten with an additional stage featuring live entertainment. More artisan shopping vendors will be on  hand this year in the Marktstraße. In addition to traditional German collectibles and clothing, the Marktstraße  will feature handmade jewelry, woodwork, fine art, condiments, leather accessories and ceramics.  

Festival tickets range from $10-$20 and are available for purchase online. Advance tickets are guaranteed a  free 2023 commemorative Oktoberfest stein. While supplies last, a limited number of steins will be available  for tickets purchased at the gate. Admission is free for children under 12 years of age with a paying adult.  

Those looking for an exclusive VIP bierhalle experience, can purchase a table sponsorship to Fort Wurst, Fort  Worth Oktoberfest Corporate Night, which is held the Wednesday night before the festival opens to the  public. 

Visit www.fortworthoktoberfest.com for festival information and to purchase tickets.  

Fort Worth Oktoberfest is presented by Spaten and benefits Fort Worth Park and Recreation. Supporting  sponsors are Visit Fort Worth, 95.9 The Ranch and 92.1 Hank FM.

Bier Barrel Rolling at Fort Worth Oktoberfest
Stein Holding competition at Fort Worth Oktoberfest
Folks enjoying the bier variety at Fort Worth Oktoberfest
Sonidos Del Summer Concert Series

Sonidos Del Summer Concert Series

Sonidos Del Summer Concert Series will kick off on Saturday, May 6, 2023, in the heart of the Historic Northside District at Marine Park. Marine Park was founded in 1894 and previously served as a central gathering place for the community. Nostalgic stories are told of family-friendly events, outdoor movies, concerts, and festivals in the park. The mission of Sonidos Del Summer (Sonidos) is to bring Marine Park back to life with a FREE concert series that is family-friendly and alcohol-free.

Sonidos Del Summer concert series has been made possible by the GM on Main Street Grant Program by Main Street America and General Motors. In 2022, General Motors and Main Street America created a grant program to fund innovative placemaking initiatives in local commercial districts near GM facilities. The Historic Northside District and Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce place-making project was selected as one of six 2023 projects to be funded throughout the country. This grant has allowed an event like Sonidos to come to life. Sonidos is a three-part concert seriesthat will take place on the first Saturday of May, June, and July from 5pm to 10pm. Each date will consist of local musical performances, along with a vendor market, Boys & Girls Club Mobile Clubhouse Experience, and various food trucks. See below for details regarding each of the three concert dates.

Sonidos Del Summer 2023 Lineup

May 6th – Bidi Bidi Back to the Park: this concert will feature the Selena Forever Tribute band in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Selena y Los Dinos’ performance in Marine Park (1993). Selena’s performance in Marine Park is a fond memory for many Northside locals that reminisce about the frequent activities and festivals held in Marine Park in decades past. The event will be opened by DJ Kreate and DJ Raulito on the turntables. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite Selena memorabilia and come sing their hearts out.

June 3rd – Amor y Cumbia: this concert will have a double-headliner featuring Quimikoz and Frequenzia. June is the month to celebrate love and there’s no better way to do so than with some live Cumbia that encourages dancing and singing along. The event will be opened by DJ Soy Capaz on the turntables.

July 1st – Northside 4th: this concert will feature Latin Express, which is made up of a family of Northside locals. This event will be a full-day 4th of July celebration that acts as a merger of the Northside Neighborhood Association’s yearly parade and Latin Express’ Block Party that has been put on for nearly 30 years. The event will be opened by DJ Jay Cantu.

Sonidos del Summer has been planned in collaboration with the following local organizations: Historic Northside District, Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Northside Neighborhood Association, Artes De La Rosa, the National Hispanic Latino Law Enforcement Organization Fort Worth Chapter, the City of Fort Worth and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tarrant County. The Historic Northside District is thankful for the tremendous support from the community through volunteering and participating in committees, which is critical to the success of these events and any future initiatives.

To learn more about ways to get involved as a volunteer, vendor or event sponsor, contact Ivan Gutierrez (Ivan.Gutierrez@fwhcc.org).

To learn more about the Sonidos Del Summer Events, click here: https://www.facebook.com/historicnorthsidedistrict

Concerts in the Garden 2023

Concerts in the Garden 2023

Lineup Announced for Concerts in the Garden 2023

Pat Green to Headline as Closing Act and Drone Show to Replace Fireworks

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra - Concerts in the Garden 2023

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is delighted to announce the lineup for the Concerts In The Garden Summer Music Festival, offering 11 outdoor concerts at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden May 26 – June 11 with a drone show in place of the traditional fireworks presentation.

Location: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76107

Times: Parking lot, box office, and venue gates open at 6:30 PM and concerts begin at 8:30 PM

On-sale dates:

  • March 27: VIP at 9:00 AM and Subscriber Pre-Sale at 1:00 PM
  • March 28: Botanic Garden VIP and Member Pre-Sale
  • March 29: Public On Sale

TICKETS

Lawn tickets are $28. Children age 10 and under are admitted free on the lawn with a ticket if accompanied by an adult. Reserved seating at round tables of 4 is $40–$79 with a 20% discount for children 10 and under in price levels B and C. All single tickets go on sale to the general public beginning March 29. Purchase tickets online at www.fwsymphony.org or by calling the FWSO Box Office at 817-655-6000.

PARKING

Parking options include the following:

Valet Parking $37*

North/South Self-Park $22 in advance/$25 at the gate

Dickies Yellow Lot Prices vary and are available at the gate.

Shuttle service from the South Lot drops off at the South Entrance. A second CITG shuttle stop is also located in the middle of the Dickies Arena Yellow Lot. All shuttle service begins at 6:30 p.m. and runs continuously until 30 minutes after the concert ends. ADA-accessible shuttles are available from the South Lot only. A convenient designated Uber/Lyft Drop-Off is also available in the South Lot.

Parking may be purchased in advance at www.fwsymphony.org or by calling the FWSO Box Office at 817-665-6000.

*Limited quantities available

—FULL CONCERT SCHEDULE—

Friday, May 26 | Windborne’s The Music of Queen

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra 

Brent Havens, conductor

MiG Ayesa, vocalist

Performed by the FWSO and amplified with a full rock band and vocals, conductor/arranger Brent Havens will capture Queen’s distinct sound while presenting some familiar and lots many new musical colors.

 

Saturday, May 27 | Patriotic Pops

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra 

Taichi Fukumura, conductor

Michael Adams, baritone

In this all-American Memorial Day celebration at Concerts in the Garden, hear your favorite patriotic songs and marches in our exhilarating, first-ever, Memorial Day celebration, which offers a brand new “drone” fireworks display in the area. A celebration not to be missed!

Sunday, May 28 | The Music of Harry Potter

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Taichi Fukumura, conductor

Hear the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra conjure your favorite tunes from the films that took young witches and wizards to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. 

 

Thursday, June 1 | Preservation Hall Jazz Band*

*This concert will be performed without orchestra

This year, the world-famous ensemble is touring to celebrate 60 years of making great music in the Crescent City and around the world. The band’s singular style is filled with unmistakable harmonies, melodies, and rhythms that are the lifeblood of saloons, riverboats, street parades, and festivals that make New Orleans a musical mecca.

 

Friday, June 2 | Radio Highway Performs The Music of The Eagles*

*This concert will be performed without orchestra

Radio Highway returns to the Concerts In The Garden series to perform The Music of The Eagles featuring vocalists Glenn DeLaune, H.L. Wilson, Danny Miranda, and Eldon Sully. This rock ensemble captures The Eagles’ amazing vocal harmonies in a concert rich with melodies as you’ve never heard before! 

 

Saturday, June 3 | Chicago Nights starring Jason Scheff

Jason Scheff, vocalist/bassist for CHICAGO

Martin Herman, conductor

A tribute to this worldwide phenomenon by CHICAGO Nights starring Jason Scheff, long-time Lead Vocalist for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted band CHICAGO—“The Voice of CHICAGO across four decades.”

Sunday, June 4 | Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to The Beatles*

*This concert will be performed without orchestra

The four musicians in Classical Mystery Tour look and sound just like The Beatles, but Classical Mystery Tour is more than just a rock concert. The show presents more than two dozen Beatles tunes transcribed note-for-note and performed exactly as they were originally recorded. Hear “A Hard Day’s Night” live, experience the beauty of “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and string quartet, and sway the night away with “Hey Jude.”

 

Thursday, June 8 | The Music of Led Zeppelin

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Taichi Fukumura, conductor

The Music of Led Zeppelin lets audiences experience the music of one of the greatest rock bands of all time, Led Zeppelin, like never before—with a full symphony orchestra. With a full band and orchestra playing Led Zeppelin’s hits such as “Immigrant Song,” “Kashmir” “Stairway to Heaven,” “Whole Lotta Love,” and more! 

 

Friday, June 9 | REWIND: The Music of the 80s

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Alex Amsel, conductor

This concert will feature the greatest 80s songs with a set list including George Michael, Mister Mister, Kool & The Gang, Joan Jett, The Cure, and more!

 

Saturday, June 10 | Star Wars

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Taichi Fukumura, conductor

Hear selections from several of the Star Wars films that will take you to a galaxy far, far away. 

 

Sunday, June 11 | Pat Green*

*This concert will be performed without orchestra

Credited as one of Texas country’s modern-era founding fathers, Green has traveled many roads in the 25 years since his debut album, Dancehall Dreamer. A Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter with a restless creative spirit, his career has gone beyond the bounds of a “country star” to include the work of a painter, sculptor, philanthropist, family man and more. But one constant has remained – his vision.

About the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra under Music Director Robert Spano is deeply committed to uniting its community through performance, education, and outreach, reaching an audience of more than 200,000 annually. Since its beginnings in 1912, the FWSO has been an essential thread in the city’s cultural fabric and the very foundation of Fort Worth’s performing arts. The FWSO has performed at Carnegie Hall and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras. The FWSO has released 13 recordings – with several being world premiere releases – garnering international acclaim. The FWSO has embraced creative collaborations through residencies, partnerships, and commissions. As the principal resident company of the acoustically superb Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass Performance Hall, the Orchestra performs a full season of concerts featuring internationally acclaimed guest artists and works by living composers. The Orchestra performs and partners with the Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, The Cliburn, and Performing Arts Fort Worth. Each summer at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, the FWSO presents Concerts In The Garden – a series of family-friendly concerts that have become a city-wide tradition. The FWSO keeps exceptional musical experiences at the heart of its community. 

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Save the Date! Scarborough Renaissance Festival’s 42nd season is scheduled to open Saturday, April 8, 2023 with opening weekend offering Kids 12 & Under Free (up to 3 kids 12 & under get in free with each paid adult), $10 Discount at the gate for Seniors (seniors 65+), and Easter Celebrations.

The Festival will run eight consecutive weeks: Saturdays and Sundays April 8th – May 28th and will close out the season on Memorial Day Monday, May 29th.

Scarborough Renaissance Festival® will welcome back many Festival favorites while also introducing exciting new performers and new artisans featured in the Artisan Marketplace’s 200+ shoppes. Each weekend has a different theme and a variety of Special Events that will include the all-new “Royal Wedding” April 15th & 16th, Live the Fantasy Weekend April 29th & 30th, the ever-popular Celtic Weekend May 6th & 7th, and others.

Single day tickets for the 2023 season will be $37 at the gate for Adults (13+) and $17 for Kids (5-12) and Kids 4 & under are always Free. Advance discount tickets are available now at www.SRFestival.com. Beginning April 1st single day discount tickets will also be available at North Texas Tom Thumb & Albertsons stores.

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Scarborough Renaissance Festival® is interactive fun for everyone, 16th Century style! Here you will discover our 35-acre recreation of a 16th Century English village celebrating the visit of King Henry VIII and his new bride, Katherine Parr (number 6 for those who are counting), their royal court, and guests with a festival of entertainment, artisans, food, magic, and merriment! Join in the fun in the “Village of Scarborough”!

Enjoy full combat jousting and birds of prey exhibitions, a Mermaid Lagoon, 20+ stages of non-stop Renaissance entertainment and the 125+ member performing company. Discover the amazing Artisan’s Marketplace with 200+ shoppes of exquisite crafts and incredible artisan demonstrations. Experience Knighting Ceremonies, Combat Competitions, the Grande Parade, daily Wine & Beer Tasting events, Themed Weekends, and so much more.

Located in Waxahachie, Texas, Scarborough Renaissance Festival® is just 30 minutes south of the downtowns of Dallas and Fort Worth off I-35E and one hour North of Waco. Scarborough Renaissance Festival® is sponsored by Dr Pepper and Tom Thumb & Albertsons.

For more information visit www.SRFestival.com or follow us on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, & Twitter (SRFestival) or on Instagram (theSRFestival).

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Find all the details here: https://enchantchristmas.com/dallas-tx-fair-park/

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