Guide: Family Fun

The acclaimed Fort Worth Water Gardens are located ajacent to the Fort Worth Convention Center. It is an architectural and engineering marvel found in the middle of Downtown Fort Worth.

On the cold, rain-soaked morning of November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy spoke to thousands who had waited in the rain outside the Hotel Texas (now the Fort Worth Hilton) to hear the President. These remarks were to be one of his final public speeches, imbuing the Fort Worth visit with extraordinary significance.

To recognize the significance of these moments, the importance of his vision, and the impact of his leadership, a commendable public-private partnership in Fort Worth completed a decade-long effort to create a permanent exhibit to honor Kennedy.

The JFK Tribute in Fort Worth centers on a heroic-scale bronze sculpture of President Kennedy, created by the late Lawrence Ludtke.

Visitors may experience the Tribute via a guided audio tour accessible via a mobile phone application and web-based educational materials. This assures worldwide access to remarks he made that day, events in Fort Worth, and the geopolitical challenges faced by the U.S. President then. Archival film of his visit and details that further explore how his ideals still provide guidance and inspiration to generations are also available.

Check out an incredible movie location in the heart of our skyline. 

Located on the mezzanine Terrace at the Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel. 

Doors open early before the screening, so you can enjoy all the elements of the experience during the most beautiful times – golden hour, sunset, and dusk. The movie begins after the sun goes down, just as the stars are coming out and the city lights are starting to twinkle. Outdoor movies have never looked so great.

The beautiful Sundance Square Plaza, located in the heart of historic Downtown Fort Worth, is the perfect place to dine, shop and have a cup of coffee as you sit outside under the umbrellas

Yolk is known for generous portions, a unique and wide-ranging menu, specialty juices and a private label premium coffee, and has locations in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Dallas.

Locally owned and family-operated, FunkyTown Donuts & Drafts puts a creative spin on the classic donut experience. Each handcrafted donut is made from scratch with high-quality ingredients and a funky twist of flavor and design.

Stop by to enjoy their rotating weekly menu, including gluten-free options on Wednesdays and Sundays, or pair your favorite donut with a local craft beer on tap. Not in the mood for beer? Fresh-brewed coffee and teas are always available, making this Downtown Fort Worth bakery the perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Burnett Park is a lovely oasis in the hustle and bustle of Downtown Fort Worth. This beautiful, three-acre urban park is the largest open space in downtown. Designed by renowned landscape architect Peter Walker, Burnett Park offers play space for children, an open lawn and electrical supply for events, seating and public art. All within easy walking distance to hotels, restaurants, office buildings, the convention center and everything downtown has to offer. After hours parking is also readily available.

Recent improvements have made Burnett Park more enjoyable than ever. Using grant funds from the Burnett Foundation and the City of Fort Worth, DFWII has replaced the two recreational area surfaces in Burnett Park with new, artificial turf and padding beneath. Thanks to funding assistance from Burnett Plaza, a second deck was added to the south side of the park. This new deck increases the area available for programming and provides more room for new park furniture. New perimeter tree lighting has been added, creating brighter sidewalks surrounding the park.

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