Fort Worth, TX · Weekend of 2026-10-02
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FRI
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80F
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SAT
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78F
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SUN
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79F
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State Fair Opening, Professional Rodeo, and Soccer Rivalries
While thunderstorms are likely this weekend, temperatures remain in the 80s for an Epic stretch of events. The metro area highlights include the highly anticipated opening of the state fair and a packed roster of competitive sports.
Expect consistent chances for showers and thunderstorms throughout the weekend with highs staying near 80 degrees. The best outdoor window is early Sunday morning, featuring the weekend's coolest overnight low of 64 degrees.
If you only do one thing
State Fair of Texas is at Fair Park in Dallas. On the published calendar for this weekend. The listing puts you in the room at Fair Park. The strongest listed alternative is Ian Fidance at Addison Improv in Addison, listed from $27.69; its details are in the shortlist below.
Know before you go: Official parking $25/day; online tickets add a $2 fee; adults/seniors $20 (kids $10) after 5pm Fri-Sun.
The Shortlist
Fri 7:30 PM · Addison Improv · $27.69-$237.81
The comedian Ian Fidance performs at the Addison Improv in Addison, with two Friday night sets scheduled.
Pro move: Arrive before the 7:30 PM listed start time to be seated in the showroom.
Fri 8:00 PM · Bass Performance Hall
A performance of Casanova takes place at the Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth on Friday night.
Pro move: The performance begins Friday at 8:00 PM.
Fri 7:45 PM · Dickies Arena
The PBR Teams Series Rattler Days brings professional bull riding to Dickies Arena for competitive team action.
Pro move: Competition is scheduled to begin Friday at 7:45 PM.
Fri 7:00 PM · Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium
TCU Horned Frogs Womens Soccer faces the Cincinnati Bearcats at Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium.
Pro move: The match is listed for Friday at 7:00 PM.
Fri 8:00 PM · American Airlines Center (Dallas)
The Dallas Stars host the St. Louis Blues for professional hockey at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Pro move: Check-in at the arena in Dallas for the 8:00 PM listed start.
Choose Your Mode
Sporty
TCU Horned Frogs Womens Volleyball vs. Colorado Buffaloes Womens Volleyball · Catch TCU Horned Frogs Womens Volleyball competing against Colorado at the Schollmaier Arena.
Night Out
Phylicia Dshea · Phylicia Dshea performs a comedy set at Punch Line Irving.
Family Fun
Jurassic Quest | Fort Worth Convention Center | Fort Worth, TX 2026 · Jurassic Quest brings massive dinosaur displays and activities to the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Weekend at a Glance
Fri 7:30 PM · Damon Williams [Arts]
Fri 7:30 PM · Stockyards Championship Rodeo [Sports]
Fri 9:00 PM · Downtown Dallas Comedy - Featuring Jay Lamont [Arts]
Sat 12:00 PM · Family Magic & Comedy for All Ages [Family]
Plan Ahead
Boz Scaggs (Tickets available for the performance at Majestic Theatre.)
PBR Three-Day Package - Ticket Includes Access to All Days (Secure three-day PBR packages for access to all competitive days.)
At the Movies
Ghost in the Cell · Enemy gangs and corrupt guards must unite against an invisible force killing inmates in this horror thriller.
Digger · A frantic mission begins to prove one man can be humanity's savior before a self-unleashed disaster destroys everything.
Verity · A ghostwriter hired to finish a bestselling series discovers dark secrets about the original author's family.
Streaming This Weekend
#1 Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story: Season 1 [Netflix] · This true crime dramatization follows the notorious case of Lizzie Borden.
#2 Jo Koy: Blue in the Face [Netflix] · Jo Koy returns with a new stand-up special.
#3 I Survived a Serial Killer: Season 1 [Netflix] · True stories of individuals who escaped encounters with serial killers.
Enjoy the fairgrounds and the competitive spirit across the city this weekend.
The state fair is where the heart of Texas gathers.
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