What’s Up Fort Worth wants you, your family, and especially Dad to stay healthy and safe. We suggest that you do a thorough review of all local, state and federal guidelines for all these fun Father’s Day activities. And check the websites below regularly for any updates to hours of operation and/or specific policies and guidelines.
Whiskey or Beer…Never Fear!
Make it easy on yourself and on Dad. Take him to one of the great local breweries on the Fort Worth Ale Trail or a local distillery. And if he absolutely has to do something with a little more activity to it, we have some ideas for that too!
BREWERY IDEAS FOR DAD
NEAR SOUTHSIDE
Rahr & Sons Brewery
160 years after William Rahr founded the Eagle Brewery, his great-great-grandson and namesake, Frederick William “Fritz” Rahr, Jr., felt the pull to brew and with the blessing of his wife, Erin, opened Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. on the south side of downtown Fort Worth in 2004. Knowing the family history, staff at Rahr & Sons tend to get nervous if Fritz leans over a brew kettle too far.
Hop Fusion Ale Works
Creativity is at the heart of everything they do at HopFusion Ale Works. Hop Fusion’s founders, Macy Moore and Matt Hill, are passionate about both. They firmly believe that craft brew is an experience, not just a beer. It’s about community and friends
Wild Acre Brewing
Hell’s Half Acre earned infamy in 19th Century Fort Worth as a destination for revelry and debauchery amongst the renegade travelers and traders that helped build the economy in the post-war West. Residing in its long shadow, Wild Acre Brewing Company toasts the famous stretch of land and the legends that built its reputation with a devotion to brewing the highest quality American craft beer found anywhere.
PANTHER ISLAND
Panther Island Brewing
Panther Island Brewing is a family own and operated microbrewery located on the banks of the Trinity River in Fort Worth, TX. What started out as a passion for craft beer and a fascination for home brewing grew into a full scale brewery. With the support of friends and family Panther Island became a reality in December 9, 2014. Fort Worth is our home and has given so much to us, so we love being able to give back to the Fort Worth community while doing something we love.
DOWNTOWN
Cowtown Brewing Company
Cowtown Brewing Co was founded on the idea that great beer deserves equally great barbecue. Their craft beer and smoked meats are developed and perfected on-site just minutes from Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth. Guests can enjoy their libations and succulent barbecue in the air-conditioned taproom or on the expansive outdoor deck amid lively music and a family-friendly atmosphere.
MANSFIELD
Dirty Job Brewing
By The Horns Brewing
ARLINGTON
Division Brewing
Legal Draft
KELLER
Shannon Brewing Company
DISTILLERY IDEAS FOR DAD
If you Dad prefers something a little stronger, there is no shortage of distilleries in and around Fort Worth.
Trinity River Distillery
Firestone & Robertson Distillery
Acre Distilling
Blackland Distilling
Blackeyed Vodka
Want to do More than just Sit Around with Dad?
Dad’s been cooped up for a few months due to COVID-19. Check websites for availability along with state and federal guidelines for social distancing first. Then, plan a fun family event for the whole crew. Golf or Bowling works for everyone, especially with Topgolf. The best part—you do not have to worry about the weather. Topgolf, Pinstripes, and Alley Cats all offer great options for a fun time with Dad.
Top Golf
Alley Cats
Pinstripes
Celebrate Father’s Day with the gift of a Black Rhino adoption!
Fort Worth Zoo
Did you know the Zoo spends more than $1 million a year feeding its wild residents? Each adoption supports the care and feeding of the Zoo’s animals, like our three black rhinos.
The Fort Worth Zoo is a nonprofit organization that relies on admission revenue for operating dollars. While we are thrilled to be open to the public again, your gift is especially appreciated as our dedicated staff never stopped caring for the Zoo’s nearly 7,000 animals during our three-month quarantine closure.
We want to give everyone the opportunity to honor Dad, as well as support the care and feeding of the Fort Worth Zoo’s black rhinos. This year, in addition to an adoption package, we’re offering a special all-digital option. This provides a no-contact way to celebrate Father’s Day, making adoptions accessible for everyone. We also understand that this is a financially difficult time for many, which is why we have chosen to offer this as a donation-based adoption. Any amount is deeply appreciated and will help support the Fort Worth Zoo’s animals.
Take Dad for a Bike Ride Along the Trinity Trails
Fort Worth Bike Sharing
If you missed this opportunity with Mom, The Trinity Trails is always a great family outing. Extending through Fort Worth for over 70 miles along the Trinity River, The Trinity Trails is a wonderful trek for hikers, bikers, runners, and horseback riders and a great way to spend time with Dad.
Wanna Give Dad a Scare???
The Stockyards Ghost Tour
The Paranormal Activity in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards is one of the most active and written about in the United States. The Stockyard Ghost Tour takes you on a 90 minute walking tour through the Fort Worth Stockyards, where you will hear stories of paranormal activity as well as detailed history of the Stockyards. The Bordello’s, the shoot outs, the hangings and much more!
Treat Dad to a memorable, fun and entertaining tour!
For the Bold & The Brave —
Cowtown Cycle Party
How about getting Dad and the gang together for a Cycle and a BYOB Party
with the Cowtown Cycle Party! You’ve seen it! This is your chance to experience it…and with Dad there, you won’t get in too much trouble…or will you?
