This weekend all around Fort Worth will see a nice mix of events, some presented by local institutions and others featuring national entertainers. Choices include six concerts, including big stars from country and hip hop; the national tour of a Broadway play; screenings of a new film; a local theater production; popular Spring Gallery Night; exhibition openings and closings at two local museums; and a family-friendly symphony concert.
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Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. Want more options? Lucky for you, we have a much longer list of the city's best events.
Thursday, March 27
Rascal Flatts in concert
Country trio Rascal Flatts comes to Fort Worth as part of their Life is a Highway tour, celebrating their 25th anniversary by playing their catalog of hits, including “Bless The Broken Road,” “My Wish,” and “What Hurts The Most.” They'll be joined by special guests Lauren Alaina and Chris Lane. The concert will take place at Dickies Arena.
The Cliburn presents Simone Porter, Blake Pouliot, and Hsin-I Huang
Violinist Simone Porter, violinist Blake Pouliot, and pianist Hsin-I Huang, a trio of young classical phenoms, will each make their Cliburn Concerts debut. The three musicians will play a program that features the Eagles' "Hotel California," Stravinsky/Dushkin's “Danse Russe” from Petrushka, Korngold's Suite from Much Ado About Nothing, and more. The concert takes place at Kimbell Art Museum.
Broadway at the Bass presents Clue
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget. Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave audiences dying of laughter and keep them guessing until the final twist. The national tour runs through Sunday at Bass Performance Hall.
Friday, March 28
Magnolia at the Modern: The Penguin Lessons
The Penguins Lessons is inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who traveled to Argentina to teach in a private school in 1976, just as the country’s president, Isabella Perón, was being ousted in a military coup. Expecting an easy ride, Tom (Steve Coogan) discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down. The film will screen seven times through Sunday at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.
Theatre Arlington presents Goldie and the 3 Bears
Goldie and the 3 Bears is an interactive musical that gives the traditional tale a fun modern twist. Multiple times throughout the show, audience members will be chosen to come on stage and assist the characters with the action of the play. The production will have five performances through April 13 at Theatre Arlington.
The Millennium Tour
Hip hop fans will have a lot to love at The Millennium Tour, as it will feature performances from a star-studded lineup that includes Trey Songz, Omarion, Bow Wow, Plies, Boosie BadAzz, Ying Yang Twins, Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V, Pleasure P, Nivea, and a special guest appearance by Rick Ross. The concert takes place at Dickies Arena.
Ian Munsick in concert
Rising country star Ian Munsick, who hails from Wyoming, is bringing the "Western" back to country. With influences ranging from bluegrass to the Beatles, Munsick has brought his own unique sound to the genre, releasing two albums, most recently White Buffalo in 2023. He'll play at Billy Bob's Texas.
Saturday, March 29
Fort Worth Art Dealers Association presents Gallery Night
The Fort Worth Art Dealers Association invites visitors to take in the visual arts and the community’s unique cultural richness during their biannual Gallery Night. Most participants are open from 12-9 pm. Guests can take a stroll through participating galleries, museums, retail businesses, and area restaurants, and enjoy the many artists featured during this community event. Go to the event's website for a full list of galleries.
Stephen Wilson Jr. in concert
Country singer Stephen Wilson Jr. is a relative latecomer to the industry, as he didn't put out his first solo album until he was 32 years old. But that album, 2023's søn of dad, has struck a chord with listeners, as it was inspired by the death of Wilson's father in 2018. Wilson will play on both Saturday and Sunday at Tannahill's Tavern & Music Hall.
Austin Meade in concert
Texas rocker Austin Meade has slowly but surely made a name for himself on the state's music scene over the last decade. Like a lot of up-and-coming musicians, he's been a part of the festival scene, and he's served as the opening act for multiple Rockin' the River concerts at Panther Island Pavilion. He's released four albums in his career, most recently Abstract Art of an Unstable Mind in 2022. He'll play at Billy Bob's Texas.
Sunday, March 30
Kimbell Art Museum presents "Modern Art and Politics in Germany 1910–1945: Masterworks from The Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin"
The Kimbell Art Museum will open "Modern Art and Politics in Germany 1910–1945: Masterworks from the Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin," which brings together more than 70 paintings and sculptures from the collection of the Neue Nationalgalerie, Germany’s distinguished modern art museum. It traces the German experience in the visual arts from the last years of the German Empire, World War I, and the liberal Weimar Republic that followed to the rise of National Socialism and Adolf Hitler, the Holocaust, and World War II. The exhibition will remain on display through June 22.
Arlington Museum of Art presents "Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume" and "All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives" closing day
Sunday will be final day to view both "Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume" and "All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives" at the Arlington Museum of Art. The first time that the two collections will be exhibited at the same time by a single venue, the exhibition features more than 300 pieces spanning over 65 years, including famous costumes and jewelry used in many of Disney's classic films.
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents "Storybook: Little Red Riding Hood"
The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra will present a family friendly concert that brings to life the tale of Little Red Riding Hood. Led by conductor Michelle Di Russo, the concert will feature music, dance, and a projected storybook as Little Red takes us on a journey to grandma’s house. What dangers and adventure lie ahead, and how will the story end? It will be at White's Chapel Methodist Church in Southlake.
