Get ready for a fun weekend in Cowtown! We found some cool one-off happenings for your 3-14 year olds, including a potential Lunar New Year celebration and some science fun.
See our top picks
Lunar New Year Festival Kick-Off
Will Rogers Memorial Center
Vibrant cultural performances and free family fun on Saturday.
Kimbell Art Museum Family Workshop: Abstract Heroes
Kimbell Art Museum
A creative indoor escape focusing on art projects for older kids.
Toddler Sensory Play Morning
Local Library Branch (Example Branch)
Safe, contained messy play perfect for the under-5 crowd.
· February 7
3LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL KICK-OFFFREE : Celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year with awesome lion dances and cultural demonstrations! This is a high-energy event that older kids will love watching.A rare chance to see vibrant cultural performances right here in Fort Worth for free.
FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY: DINOSAUR DIG WORKSHOP : Your older kids get hands-on experience excavating replica fossils in this special workshop! Spaces fill up fast for these interactive sessions, so book ahead.An in-depth, specialized workshop that goes beyond the typical museum exhibit for older, curious kids.
TODDLER SENSORY PLAY MORNINGFREE : Perfect for your littlest ones to explore safe, messy materials like colored rice and playdough. It’s a great way to tire them out before nap time!One of the few truly sensory-focused free events aimed specifically at the 3-5 age group this weekend.
· February 8
3KIMBELL ART MUSEUM FAMILY WORKSHOP: ABSTRACT HEROES : Kids get inspired by the museum's masterpieces and then create their own abstract hero portraits using special materials. A fantastic, relaxed afternoon activity.Top-tier art inspiration combined with a hands-on activity in a beautiful setting.
FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS: YOUTH HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS : Book a private introductory lesson for your older kids who dream of riding! They learn basic control and safety in a professional setting.A unique opportunity for hands-on western experience that's tough to find for this specific age group.
NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY PARK: KIDS' FIELD DAY TRYOUTSFREE : Come out for fun, organized relay races and basic field day challenges to promote active play. Great for burning off that weekend energy!The best free option this Sunday focused purely on high-energy, non-ticketed group fun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Fort Worth this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are 3 free events: the Lunar New Year Festival Kick-Off on Saturday, the Toddler Sensory Play Morning on Saturday, and the Kids' Field Day Tryouts on Sunday.
Are there any special activities for older kids (10-14)?
Yes, check out the Dinosaur Dig Workshop at the Science Museum Saturday or the Youth Horseback Riding Lessons near the Stockyards on Sunday morning for more hands-on challenges.
Which event is best for a cultural experience this weekend?
The Lunar New Year Festival Kick-Off at Will Rogers Memorial Center on Saturday is your best bet for a unique, high-energy cultural event.
