I hope your New Year’s Eve plans were filled with lots of champagne and balloon drops! I spent last night with close friends as we watched fireworks light up the sky.
If you’re looking for an action-packed event to “ring” in 2026, head over to Esports Stadium Arlington for the return of All Elite Wrestling. There will be some intense fight sequences and storylines unfolding throughout the night.
Also, a photography-focused exhibition at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art closes this weekend. Find out more about it below.
Explore still life scenes of food, leftovers before exhibition closes
Seven photos from San Antonio artist Chuck Ramirez highlight community-centered celebrations in Texas. This is the first time the artworks are on view at the Carter since entering its collection. The exhibition closes Jan. 4.
What: “Seven Days: The Still Lifes of Chuck Ramirez”
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 1; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 2-3; Noon-5 p.m. Jan. 4
Where: Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
Admission: Free
Salute service of American military personnel at football game
This year’s Armed Forces Bowl is a postseason college football game between the Rice Owls and the Texas State Bobcats. The trophy is made of forged metal sourced from combat involving all five branches of the military.
What: Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl
When: Noon Jan. 2
Where: Amon G. Carter Stadium, 2850 Stadium Drive, Fort Worth
Admission: $40-$145; free for veterans, active-duty military
Saddle up for rodeo fun at the Stockyards
The weekly rodeo features tie-down roping, breakaway roping, bronc riding and ranch saddle bronc riding. It’s a great way to giddy up before the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo returns.
What: Stockyards Championship Rodeo
When: 7:30-10 p.m. Jan. 2
Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth
Admission: $26-$190
Step into 2026 with your best dance moves
Learn how to line dance and bring the heat at this dance party. The event, which is for ages 21 and up, will feature alcoholic beverages and food options. All proceeds benefit the library’s expansion.
What: Step & Groove Line Dance Workshop
When: 5-9 p.m. Jan. 3
Where: Forest Hill Library, 6962 Forest Hill Drive, Forest Hill
Admission: $8-$13
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David Moreno is the arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report. Contact him at david.moreno@fortworthreport.org or @davidmreports.
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