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 Family-friendly country music honky tonk |
2520 Rodeo Plaza Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 624 7117 http://www.billybobstexas.com/ |
Just north of downtown in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards lies a one-of-a-kind entertainment center known as "The World's Largest Country Music Honky Tonk." A favorite among locals, this family-friendly nightclub hosts more than just live music and dancing. Inside the 100,000 square foot building is an indoor bull-riding arena, and video and arcade games. Of course, the most popular area of this nightclub is the enormous dance floor with 40 bar stations. Every weekend country music performers make their way to the center stage. Entertainers such as Willie Nelson and Alabama have played here. Reserved seating concert tickets are available for most performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Site of first indoor rodeo still going strong |
121 East Exchange Avenue (At Main Street) Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 625 1025 http://www.cowtowncoliseum.com/ |
Located in the Fort Worth Stockyards, the Coliseum has a tremendous history. It was the site of the first indoor rodeo, held in 1918, and the first live radio broadcast, which took place at a rodeo here in 1923. Despite its history, the Coliseum has such modern conveniences as arena seats for 2,500 people, air conditioning, production lighting and a great sound system. Cowtown Coliseum is home to the Stockyard Championship rodeo, which takes place here Friday and Saturday. Rodeos feature traditional bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, team roping and barrel racing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old West trail drive portrayed daily |
131 East Exchange Avenue Suite 215 Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 336 4373 http://www.fortworthherd.com/ |
For a real taste of the Old West, come by the Stockyards area any afternoon and you will be treated to a mini-cattle drive sponsored by the City of Fort Worth. Fort Worth is proud of its Cowtown moniker, and wants to give tourists and locals a chance to see real cowboys and cattle in action. The cowboys dress in authentic turn-of-the-century clothing, and use period saddles and equipment. There are two separate cattle drives each day. Both start at the eastern end of Exchange Avenue, then move west towards the Cowtown Coliseum before turning and heading back to the pen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic building in the Stockyards |
131 East Exchange Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States |
Located in the Fort Worth Stockyards, this adobe-style building was constructed in 1902 as a center for cattle traders. It was the central location for all activity in the Stockyards and often referred to as "The Wall Street of the West. Today, the building houses professional services and the North Fort Worth Historical Society Museum, which features artifacts from the beginning of the development of the Stockyards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wild West show reenactment |
121 East Exchange Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 625 1025 |
Visit the Cowtown Coliseum annually from Memorial Day through Labor Day for a fun re-creation of a genuine touring Wild West show. The coliseum often hosted many of these in the early 1900s, but they were phased out when the rodeo became more popular. Trick shooters, ropers, riders and a variety of colorful characters perform and entertain you with their antics. Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for children 12 and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous wooden roller coaster and more |
2201 Road to Six Flags Fort Worth, TX 76010 United States +1 817 530 6000 http://www.sixflags.com |
This huge amusement park has been serving up thrills and chills with a distinctly Texan flair for almost 40 years. Sections of the park are named for each of the six nations that have governed Texas. There are more than 100 different rides and attractions, including the new Titan roller coaster, which reaches a speed of 85 miles per hour. Other Texas-themed attractions include the Texas Giant (one of the largest wooden roller coasters in the world), the Texas Chute-Out, the Oil Derrick and the Texas Tornado. Looney Tune Land offers gentler fun for small children, while those wishing to beat the heat can go inside and enjoy one of the many music and magic shows scattered throughout the park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Preserves the history of the Stockyards |
131 East Exchange Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 625 5082 |
Preserving the history of the Fort Worth Stockyards, this museum is a result of efforts made by the North Fort Worth Historical Society. The museum is housed in the Livestock Exchange Building. The antique display cases were restored to hold artifacts relating to the history of the Stockyards, as well as the meat packing industry and the railroads. Another exhibit focuses on Quanah Parker, the last Comanche Indian war chief. Children will love the exhibit of the lightbulb that has been burning since 1908. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Fort Worth cattle market |
131 East Exchange Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 624 4741 http://www.fortworthstockyards... |
This is a great way to experience Fort Worth's history. The Stockyards was once the second-largest cattle market in the world. Renovated for tourism in 1976, the district brims with entertainment, including restaurants, shopping and Wild West performances. Annual events include the Chishold Trail Round-up, held annually in June, and the Fort Worth Stockshow and Rodeo, held annually beginning in January. Visit Stockyards Station, where there is even a small children's amusement park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Urban Cowboy paradise with shopping and shows |
130 East Exchange Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 625 9715 http://www.stockyardsstation.com/ |
Along the narrow streets of Stockyards Station you'll find storefronts from the late 1800s, which were renovated for tourism in the 1970s. Stores are full of western memorabilia including paintings, leather goods, books, glassware and hundreds of other treasures. Wild west performances are staged frequently at the Cowtown Coliseum, while Billy Bob's Texas offers other entertainment options. At mealtime, Riscky's and other restaurants offer steak, catfish and other local fare. A children's amusement park features a lovely old carousel and several other rides. Through the middle of it all runs the Tarantula Train, which shuttles passengers on a nostalgic trip to and from Grapevine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Impressive antique aircraft collection |
505 Northwest 38 Street Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 624 1935 http://www.vintageflyingmuseum... |
The centerpiece of this fascinating collection of antique warbirds is the B-17 Flying Fortress, nicknamed "Chuckie." The B-17 Flying Fortress was used during World War II against the Nazis; Chuckie is reportedly one of the few surviving planes of its type. 20 or so other airplanes, as well as a jeep and the Texas Air Command's helicopters, share the restored B-29 hangar with Chuckie, while display cases show off model planes and war artifacts. The gift shop features art, jewelry, models and toys about aircraft, as well as the obligatory T-shirts. A small donation for upkeep of the museum is requested. Although the museum operates mainly on weekends, you can also visit on weekday by appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |