Sunny and cool with daytime highs near 68°F (20°C) and nightly lows dipping to 46°F (8°C).
Major Irish-themed celebrations in the Stockyards and Downtown will significantly impact traffic flow on Main Street and Exchange Avenue.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
24th Annual Cowtown Goes Green
Saturday, March 14, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
"It is the largest St. Patrick’s celebration in Tarrant County, blending Irish heritage with Fort Worth’s Western identity through armadillo races, live Celtic music, and a massive 4:00 PM parade."
PRO TIP: Avoid the main Stockyards parking lots which fill by noon; use the North Lots near NE 28th St and take the Trinity Metro Dash or a rideshare to the Exchange Ave entrance.
Mar 13–15; Fri 8 PM, Sat 2/8 PM, Sun 2 PM • Bass Performance Hall
A mixed-repertory program featuring world-class contemporary choreography and neoclassical ballet in the city's most iconic venue.
Best For: Culture seekers wanting a sophisticated, climate-controlled indoor evening. • Cost: From $14
Fort Worth Water Lantern Festival
Sunday, March 15, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Panther Island Pavilion
A family-friendly evening where thousands of LED-lit lanterns are released onto the Trinity River, creating a glowing skyline reflection.
Best For: Couples and families looking for a reflective, high-visual impact experience. • Cost: From $35 (includes lantern kit)
IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington
Mar 13–15; Various times • Arlington Entertainment District
The inaugural street race for IndyCar in North Texas, featuring high-speed action around the AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field perimeter.
Best For: Adrenaline junkies and sports fans willing to make the short 15-minute drive east. • Cost: Single-day from $27; 3-day from $167
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family Adventure
Butterflies in the Garden$12
Daily, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Fort Worth Botanic Garden
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Tip: Timed entry tickets are mandatory; book at least 48 hours in advance as weekend slots sell out.
Mode: Night Out
Katt Williams: Heaven's Ready TourFrom $113
Friday, March 13, 8:00 PM • Dickies Arena
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Tip: Dickies Arena has a strict clear bag policy; park in the Yellow Lot for the quickest exit post-show.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Texas Ballet Theater: Diversions
Culture
Saturday Afternoon
Cowtown Goes Green Parade
Festive
Saturday Night
St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
Social
Sunday Evening
Water Lantern Festival
Scenic
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Sundance Square Parking
Downtown (76102), Friday/Saturday night
Use the free parking garages (City Center Garages) after 6 PM, but expect heavy pedestrian traffic near the St. Paddy's bar crawl routes on 7th and Commerce.
Stockyards Congestion
N. Main Street, Saturday 2 PM – 6 PM
Traffic will be at a standstill for the 4 PM parade. Arrive before 1 PM if you intend to park anywhere near the historic district.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Reminders of Him (PG-13): The long-awaited adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s viral novel about a mother seeking redemption after a tragic accident.
Goat (R): A psychological sports thriller centered on a rising football star and the veteran who will do anything to keep his spot.
Wuthering Heights (R): Emerald Fennell's stylistic, gothic reimagining of the classic Brontë tale.
New This Weekend
Reminders of Him (PG-13): A powerful romantic drama starring Maika Monroe, targeting the massive 'BookTok' audience.
Undertone (R): A24's latest high-concept horror film that uses experimental sound design to tell a haunting family mystery.
📅 Plan Ahead
Date
Event
Action
March 31, 2026
The Neighbourhood: The Ultrasound Tour
High; tickets are selling quickly for this rare tour appearance.
April 14–19, 2026
Some Like It Hot
Medium; individual tickets for this Broadway tour go on sale soon.
