Fort Worth, TX · Weekend of 2026-10-02
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State Fair Opening, Pro Bull Riding, and Live Comedy
Fort Worth is set for an epic weekend with a score of 86, despite likely rain showers on the horizon. The opening of the State Fair of Texas anchors the schedule alongside major professional bull riding and live comedy sets across the metroplex.
Expect rain showers and thunderstorms likely through the first half of the weekend with highs reaching 80 degrees. The best time to be outdoors is early Sunday morning, which brings the weekend's coolest overnight low of 62 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 7:00 PM · Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium
A women's soccer match featuring the TCU Horned Frogs taking on the Cincinnati Bearcats at Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium.
Pro move: The match is listed at Friday 7:00 PM, so arrive early to find your spot in the stands.
Fri 7:30 PM · Addison Improv · $27.69-$237.81
A live comedy performance by Ian Fidance at the Addison Improv in Addison, with ticket prices ranging from $27.69 to $237.81.
Fri 8:00 PM · Bass Performance Hall
The theatrical performance of Casanova, bringing a high-signal arts production to Bass Performance Hall.
Pro move: The performance is listed at Friday 8:00 PM in the heart of the downtown cultural district.
Fri 7:45 PM · Dickies Arena
The PBR Teams Series Rattler Days competition brings professional bull riding to Dickies Arena.
Pro move: Action is listed at Friday 7:45 PM at this Fort Worth venue.
Fri 7:30 PM · Cowtown Coliseum
The Stockyards Championship Rodeo continues its tradition of western competition at the Cowtown Coliseum.
Pro move: The event is listed at Friday 7:30 PM with another session on Saturday afternoon.
Fri 7:30 PM · Arlington Improv
Damon Williams performs a stand-up comedy set at the Arlington Improv in Arlington.
Pro move: The listed start time is Friday 7:30 PM.
Choose Your Mode
Sporty
TCU Horned Frogs Womens Volleyball vs. Colorado Buffaloes Womens Volleyball · Catch collegiate women's volleyball as TCU hosts Colorado in Fort Worth.
Dallas Stars vs. St. Louis Blues · Professional hockey action returns to the American Airlines Center in Dallas with a matchup against St. Louis.
Culture
Phylicia Dshea · Phylicia Dshea brings her comedy set to Punch Line Irving in Irving.
Downtown Dallas Comedy - Featuring Jay Lamont · Downtown Dallas Comedy features Jay Lamont at the Clarence Muse Cafe Theater.
Family Fun
Jurassic Quest | Fort Worth Convention Center | Fort Worth, TX 2026 · Jurassic Quest brings its massive dinosaur exhibition to the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Family Magic & Comedy for All Ages · Arlington Improv hosts a magic and comedy show designed for all ages.
Weekend at a Glance
State Fair of Texas [Family]
Plan Ahead
Boz Scaggs (Tickets on sale now for the show at Majestic Theatre Dallas.)
Cash Money & No Limit Tour (Tickets available for the upcoming tour stop at American Airlines Center.)
At the Movies
Ghost in the Cell · In a notorious prison, an invisible force begins killing inmates brutally, compelling enemy gangs and guards to work together to survive.
Digger · The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior before the disaster he has unleashed destroys everything.
Verity · Lowen Ashleigh is hired to ghostwrite novels for a bestselling author who is unable to finish her work following an accident.
Streaming This Weekend
#1 Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story: Season 1 [Netflix] · The first season of this Lizzie Borden story is currently the top trending title on Netflix.
#2 Crew Girl: Season 1 [Netflix] · This new series has climbed to the second spot in the top 10 list this week.
#3 Jo Koy: Blue in the Face [Netflix] · Catch Jo Koy in this featured comedy special for some weekend laughs at home.
Enjoy the early morning cooling on Sunday before the new week begins.
The state fair is the heart of a Texas autumn.
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