This weekend in and around Fort Worth will feature a number of big name singers and a lot of local art(s). Choices include four different concerts by popular singers/bands, two new local theater productions, screenings of a new documentary, an opera singer in concert, an art/music festival, a classical music concert, a new art exhibition, and a food/music festival.
Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out the calendar for an even longer list of the city’s best events.
Thursday, October 9
Keith Urban in concert
Country singer Keith Urban would probably like his visit to Fort Worth to be all about his music, including his latest album, High. Unfortunately, he recently separated from Nicole Kidman, his wife of 19 years, and the rumor mill of who did what to whom is running, uh, high. He’ll try to get away from all that and soak up the embrace of his fans at this concert at Dickies Arena.
Circle Theatre presents Mac Beth
An exhilarating adaptation that revitalizes Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, Mac Beth infuses the tale of ambition and madness with a vibrant, contemporary energy. After school, seven teenage girls convene in an abandoned lot. They drop their backpacks, transform their uniforms, and dive into a DIY retelling of Macbeth. As the girls conjure kings, warriors, and witches, Shakespeare’s bloody tale seeps into their reality. The production runs through November 1 at Circle Theatre.
Shaboozey in concert
Prior to 2024, most people probably couldn’t recognize rapper/singer Shaboozey, as his first two albums didn’t make any kind of impact. But then he released Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going featuring the inescapable No. 1 song “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” and suddenly he’s in demand around the country. After performing at festival-style events locally last year, he’ll make his solo debut at Billy Bob’s Texas.
Friday, October 10
Magnolia at the Modern: Orwell: 2+2=5
George Orwell was one of the most radical and visionary authors of the 20th century, whose 1940s novels – such as 1984 and Animal Farm – foretold a chilling, all-too-believable authoritarian future that has become scarily prescient in the modern era. Acclaimed director Raoul Peck seamlessly interweaves historical clips, readings from Orwell’s diary, cinematic references, and dynamic modern day footage to craft not only a definitive portrait of the writer himself, but an entirely fresh take on how remarkably relevant and prophetic his work has become. The film will screen five times through Sunday at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.
Fort Worth Opera presents Jonathan Tetelman in concert
Fort Worth Opera opens its 80th anniversary season with a rare stateside appearance by internationally acclaimed tenor Jonathan Tetelman. Tetelman will be joined onstage by accompanist Michael Recchiuti, a celebrated conductor and pianist who has collaborated with opera legends like Renée Fleming and icons like Vanessa Williams. The concert takes place at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU.
Stolen Shakespeare Guild presents Twelfth Night
Twelfth Night is a hilarious journey of mistaken identities, misplaced affections, and uproarious antics as Viola disguises herself as a man to navigate the whims of love in Illyria. Part of the Stolen Shakespeare Festival, the production will run in repertory with Richard III, which starts on October 17. The production runs through November 2 at Stolen Shakespeare Guild.
Saturday, October 11
Near Southside presents ArtsGoggle
ArtsGoggle is a one-day event that occupies 19 city blocks and hosts more than 900 visual artists. There will also be multiple stages featuring music performances, featuring some of the region’s top bands, solo artists, and more. The event takes place on W. Magnolia Avenue from 8th Avenue to St. Louis Avenue.
Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth presents Hermitage Piano Trio
The Hermitage Piano Trio has earned three Grammy Award nominations and received high praise for their performances. At this concert, the trio will perform works by Russian and Spanish composers, including Mikhail Glinka, Isaac Albéniz, Manuel de Falla, Joaquin Turina, and Mariano Perelló. The concert takes place at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.
The Lumineers in concert
Folk rock band The Lumineers hit their peak in the 2010s, with all three of their albums during the decade finishing at either No. 1 or No. 2 on the Billboard 200 thanks to hits like “”Ho Hey,” “Ophelia,” and “Gloria.” While they’re not quite as big as they once were, they’re still popular enough to be able to fill up a large venue like Dickies Arena, where they’ll play in support of their new album, Automatic.
Casey Donahew in concert
Country singer (and Burleson native) Casey Donahew had a nice run of success on the national country music scene, charting four straight albums in the top 10 on the Billboard Country charts in the 2010s, including the No. 3 All Night Party. He’ll play at Billy Bob’s Texas in support of his 2024 album, Never Not Love You.
Sunday, October 12
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents Jenny Saville: “The Anatomy of Painting”
Jenny Saville’s “The Anatomy of Painting” is the first major museum exhibition in the U.S. dedicated to the work of one of the world’s foremost figure painters. She has played a leading role in the reinvigoration of figurative painting, a genre that she continues to test the limits of to this day. The exhibition traces the development of her practice from the 1990s to today, spotlighting key artworks from her career while exploring her lasting connection to art history. It will remain on display through January 18, 2026.
Connect Respect presents Michelada Festival
The 10th Annual Michelada Festival is an outdoor celebration that blends music, food, community, and culture. Visitors can enjoy locally owned food and retail vendors, as well as music by De Parranda Mariachi, De Los Texas Rangers, Havana NRG, Quimikoz del Son, Banda Vientos de Guanajuato, and DJ Avenger. The one-day event will span Main Street from 3rd to 9th Streets, including Sundance Square Plaza.
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