Do Downtown This Summer!

Summertime brings slower days, higher temperatures, and, luckily for Downtown Fort Worth, lots of entertainment! This summer, unwind in Downtown Fort Worth. Relax with one of the free yoga classes in Burnett Park, celebrate the return of The Van Cliburn competition, enjoy a date night at Four Day Weekend or dine at one of the many outdoor patios in Downtown Fort Worth. Here are a few ideas to help you unwind in Downtown Fort Worth this summer: 

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Take a Free Yoga Class in Burnett Park

Tuesdays from 5:30-6:15 PM, take free yoga classes in Burnett Park through June 28, 2022! Classes are taught by the Downtown YMCA and are perfect for the newbie or experienced yogi alike. Attendees can also enjoy 10% off their purchase (excluding alcohol) and parking validation from Neighbor's House Grocery! Parking is located in The First on 7th Garage at 500 W. 6th St. Just head across the street and show them your yoga mat to take advantage of the offer. 

Bring your mat, towel, and water.

 

Free Movie Nights in Burnett Park 

Pop some popcorn, grab a blanket and a chair, and head to Burnett Park on June 3 at 8:30 PM for a free showing of School of Rock in the park! Movie Nights in Burnett Park Presented by Burnett Plaza are free and open to the public. Don't miss Grease on September 16 and Disney's Encanto on October 7. Light bites, beer, and wine will be available for purchase from Neighbor’s House Grocery, Complimentary parking is available in the First on 7th Garage on the upper floors. Learn more here.

 

Celebrate the Return of The Cliburn! 

Thirty pianists from around the world will compete for gold at the 16th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition from June 2-18 at Bass Performance Hall and Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU. To celebrate the return of this internationally-recognized music competition, Downtown Fort Worth will put on quite the show with keyboard-themed crosswalks and a culminating final party in Sundance Square on June 18. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here.

 

Be Entertained by Four Day Weekend

Four Day Weekend is celebrating its 25th year in business! Every Friday and Saturday night this summer, they will be putting on their classic comedy shows that are sure to make you laugh just as they have for the last 25 years. The perfect date night or a night on the town with friends, Four Day Weekend is a great (indoor and full of AC) option for entertainment during the dog days of summer. Purchase tickets here.  

 

See a Show (or two, or three) 

Want another indoor option to escape the heat? Downtown's theaters are filled with shows to entertain the whole family. The Broadway at the Bass presented by PNC Bank series features Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, Jesus Christ Super Star, and Mean Girls. Circle Theatre puts on Young Frankenstein from June 16-July 23. This musical stage adaptation of the Mel Brooks' film is sure to leave your sides in stitches (pun intended!). Jubilee Theater's If Pretty Hurts…doesn't ask "How much is beauty worth?" but rather, "Why are so many willing to pay its price?" running May 27–June 26. 

 

Dine in Downtown 

Downtown Fort Worth has some pretty spectacular restaurants. From brunch to happy hours or dining al fresco at one of our outdoor dining options, you will find delicious options Downtown. For a full list of Downtown restaurants, click here. 

 

Hear Live Music 

Enjoy live music throughout Downtown all summer long. Visit the Sundance Square Plaza at 6 PM every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening. Follow @sundancesquaremusic on Instagram to view the upcoming line-up. Play music bingo at Cowtown Brewing Co on Thursday nights at 7 PM, grab a beer and listen to live music on the patio at the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium on Friday nights, or get Jazzy at Scat Jazz Lounge. 

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For our complete list of Downtown events, check out our full calendar here. 

Looking for Downtown parking? Check out fortworthparking.com. 

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