Disclaimer :: This article contains sponsored content provided by Fort Worth Conservatory of Music to share family fun activities this month.
Searching for fun things to do with kids this month? Have a look at our roundup of family-friendly August events in Fort Worth, Arlington, and more. (Hint: Find even more things to do in the metroplex on Collin County Moms, Dallas Moms, and Denton County Moms.)
And be sure to check out these guides to help you plan the school year:
- Activities for Kids with Differences and Disabilities in the Fort Worth Area
- Extracurricular Activities for Kids in Fort Worth
- Fort Worth Moms Education Round-Up
- Guide to Childcare in and Around Fort Worth
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Fort Worth Conservatory’s fall session starts the week of August 15. Registration is open now for all private lessons, group classes, and Early Childhood Music Smart Start programs. Grab your spot today!
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Brick Builders :: Fort Worth Public Library – Summerglen
Mondays
Kids ages five and older are invited to let their imaginations run wild during this Lego-building event from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Children’s Summer Series :: Studio Movie Grill
Mondays – Thursdays
Studio Movie Grill offers summer movies for kids during the first showtime of the day every Monday through Thursday at select locations. See link for the weekly movie line-up. $6 tickets include popcorn and a drink.
Summer Movie Clubhouse :: Cinemark
Mondays – Thursdays
Beat the summer heat with featured films just for kids at participating Cinemark locations. Purchase tickets online or at the door for $1.75 per person, per movie. Snack packs are discounted $1 off during Clubhouse showtimes.
Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio :: Kimbell Art Museum
Saturdays
Kids ages 12 and younger (plus adult companions) visit the museum on Saturdays for free gallery explorations and studio art projects. This month’s theme is “In and Out of Kyoto.” Drop in from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge :: Fort Worth Public Library
Daily
You don’t need a library card to participate in this self-paced summer reading challenge with Fort Worth Public Library. Simply sign up online, track your reading, and submit your form by August 10 for a chance to win prizes.
Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Saturdays
Little ones ages three – five and their grownups will move, groove, and sing at this music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. This is a free event.
Preschool Story Time :: Fort Worth Public Library – Wedgwood
Saturdays
Encourage a love of books and reading at this story time intended for children three to five years old and their grownups. Join the fun every Saturday in July and August from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
August 2
YA Book Club :: Monkey and Dog Books
Young readers will discuss the novel, The Breakup Artists, by Adriana Mather at Monkey & Dog Books in Fort Worth. This free event starts at 5:30 p.m.
August 2 – 4
Anastasia :: Artisan Center Theater
Audiences are transported to Russia and Paris during this performance featuring youth actors from the theater’s Summer Intensive Program. Tickets are $15 for kids ages 12 and under, $20 for seniors, and $25 for adults.
August 2 and 9
Bear Creek Short Line Excursion :: Cotton Belt Depot
Visitors of all ages step back in time as they ride the Grapevine Vintage Railroad down Historic Main Street. All aboard at 10:30 a.m. Tickets range from $10 – $12 per person.
August 3
Kids Club at Pinstripes :: Fort Worth
First Saturdays each month are reserved for children of all ages at Pinstripes. August’s music-themed activities will keep kids moving from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Admission is $20. Participants get a same-day discount voucher for brunch.
Toddler Studio: Sticks and Stones :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Toddlers ages two – three and their families get treated to sensory-based and nature-themed activities, games, and songs from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Register online for a free ticket.
August 4 and 17
Parent & Child: Sushi Basics :: Central Market Fort Worth
Culinary professionals from Central Market Fort Worth will teach parents and kids ages seven – 17 the steps of sushi preparation from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $95 per student.
August 5
Literacy Days :: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
Fort Worth Public Library and the Nature Center partner every first Monday to bring kids and their families two nature-themed story times at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. This month, guests learn all about dragonflies. Afterwards, explore outdoors. Admission is free with your library card.
August 6
Pictures and Pages :: Kimbell Art Museum
Fill your morning with free stories and creative play in either English or Spanish. The theme this month is clay shapes. Kids ages four through six are invited to attend with their adult companion from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
August 10
BTX Back to School Bash :: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza
All Burleson ISD returning students are invited to celebrate the end of summer with an outdoor water slide, cool treats, and a DJ beginning at 4:00 p.m. Admission is free.
August 10 – 11
August Dog Days :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Hang out with your pooch from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hydration stations and cooling pools will be available. People pay general admission plus $5 per pup. Members and dogs get in free.
Stock up on all your favorite local goods 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. every second Sunday of the month. This free family- and pet-friendly market offers food, music, entertainment, activities, and more at 105 South Main Street.
August 16
Friendly Fest Carnival Dance :: Center for ASD
Burleson Parks and Recreation will treat individuals with special needs and disabilities to this free festival featuring carnival games, dancing, and food from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Costumes are optional. Participants and their guardians must pre-register online.
August 17
Carter Playdate: Loving the Land :: Amon Carter Musuem of American Art
Kids ages three – five and their families hear a story and learn about nature-filled artworks, as well as create their own original pieces from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required.
Parent & Child: Sushi Basics :: Central Market Fort Worth
Make California and shrimp tempura rolls at Central Market Cooking School. Parents and kids ages seven – 17 will learn the steps of sushi preparation from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $95 per student.
Splish Splash Doggie Bash :: BRiCk Outdoor Pool
Treat your four-legged family members to a day of doggie fun with a swim in the pool, dog-friendly vendors, and prizes from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per dog (limit two per person) and free for humans.
August 22
Sensory Playdate :: Haltom City Public Library
Sensory-friendly stations will be available to little visitors ages one – three. The free event will take place 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
August 23
Teen D&D Club :: Hurst Public Library
Don’t miss this D&D meeting just for teens in grades six – 12 at Hurst Public Library. Bring your own smart device and character to learn the basics from 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.
August 24
Make & Take: Decorated Focaccia :: Central Market Fort Worth
Central Market Cooking School in Fort Worth will teach students ages 13 and up how to create their own edible work of art from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $70 per student.
August 25
Make & Take: Sweet & Savory Summer Pies :: Central Market Fort Worth
Students ages 13 and up will practice baking techniques to create savory tomato and sweet peach-blueberry pies from scratch from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $85 per student.
August 31
Bedford Beats & Eats Fest :: Generations Park at Boys Ranch
Celebrate the end of summer in Bedford at this free family-friendly festival. Guests will hear live music from the Randy Rogers Band, play in the kids’ zone, dine from food trucks, and more from 2:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Family Crafts: Painting by Stickers :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Families will explore their creativity as they “paint” art projects using stickers, and then take home their masterpieces. The free event takes place from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
August 31 – September 1
Model Train Show :: Clark Gardens
Model trains, food trucks, shaved ice, trackless train rides, face painting, and the Saturday car show will entertain families at this annual Weatherford event. Tickets are $5 for kids, $8 for seniors, and $10 for adults.
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Brick Builders :: Fort Worth Public Library – Summerglen
MondaysKids ages five and older are invited to let their imaginations run wild during this Lego-building event from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Children’s Summer Series :: Studio Movie Grill
Mondays – ThursdaysStudio Movie Grill offers summer movies for kids during the first showtime of the day every Monday through Thursday at select locations. See link for the weekly movie line-up. $6 tickets include popcorn and a drink.
Summer Movie Clubhouse :: Cinemark
Mondays – ThursdaysBeat the summer heat with featured films just for kids at participating Cinemark locations. Purchase tickets online or at the door for $1.75 per person, per movie. Snack packs are discounted $1 off during Clubhouse showtimes.
Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio :: Kimbell Art Museum
SaturdaysKids ages 12 and younger (plus adult companions) visit the museum on Saturdays for free gallery explorations and studio art projects. This month’s theme is “In and Out of Kyoto.” Drop in from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge :: Fort Worth Public Library
DailyYou don’t need a library card to participate in this self-paced summer reading challenge with Fort Worth Public Library. Simply sign up online, track your reading, and submit your form by August 10 for a chance to win prizes.
Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
SaturdaysLittle ones ages three – five and their grownups will move, groove, and sing at this music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. This is a free event.
Preschool Story Time :: Fort Worth Public Library – Wedgwood
SaturdaysEncourage a love of books and reading at this story time intended for children three to five years old and their grownups. Join the fun every Saturday in July and August from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
- August 1 - 10
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August 2
YA Book Club :: Monkey and Dog BooksYoung readers will discuss the novel, The Breakup Artists, by Adriana Mather at Monkey & Dog Books in Fort Worth. This free event starts at 5:30 p.m.
August 2 – 4
Anastasia :: Artisan Center TheaterAudiences are transported to Russia and Paris during this performance featuring youth actors from the theater’s Summer Intensive Program. Tickets are $15 for kids ages 12 and under, $20 for seniors, and $25 for adults.
August 2 and 9
Bear Creek Short Line Excursion :: Cotton Belt DepotVisitors of all ages step back in time as they ride the Grapevine Vintage Railroad down Historic Main Street. All aboard at 10:30 a.m. Tickets range from $10 – $12 per person.
August 3
Kids Club at Pinstripes :: Fort WorthFirst Saturdays each month are reserved for children of all ages at Pinstripes. August’s music-themed activities will keep kids moving from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Admission is $20. Participants get a same-day discount voucher for brunch.
Toddler Studio: Sticks and Stones :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Toddlers ages two – three and their families get treated to sensory-based and nature-themed activities, games, and songs from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Register online for a free ticket.
August 4 and 17
Parent & Child: Sushi Basics :: Central Market Fort WorthCulinary professionals from Central Market Fort Worth will teach parents and kids ages seven – 17 the steps of sushi preparation from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $95 per student.
August 5
Literacy Days :: Fort Worth Nature Center & RefugeFort Worth Public Library and the Nature Center partner every first Monday to bring kids and their families two nature-themed story times at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. This month, guests learn all about dragonflies. Afterwards, explore outdoors. Admission is free with your library card.
August 6
Pictures and Pages :: Kimbell Art MuseumFill your morning with free stories and creative play in either English or Spanish. The theme this month is clay shapes. Kids ages four through six are invited to attend with their adult companion from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
August 10
BTX Back to School Bash :: Mayor Vera Calvin PlazaAll Burleson ISD returning students are invited to celebrate the end of summer with an outdoor water slide, cool treats, and a DJ beginning at 4:00 p.m. Admission is free.
August 10 – 11
August Dog Days :: Fort Worth Botanic GardenHang out with your pooch from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hydration stations and cooling pools will be available. People pay general admission plus $5 per pup. Members and dogs get in free.
- August 11 - 17
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Stock up on all your favorite local goods 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. every second Sunday of the month. This free family- and pet-friendly market offers food, music, entertainment, activities, and more at 105 South Main Street.
August 16
Friendly Fest Carnival Dance :: Center for ASDBurleson Parks and Recreation will treat individuals with special needs and disabilities to this free festival featuring carnival games, dancing, and food from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Costumes are optional. Participants and their guardians must pre-register online.
August 17
Carter Playdate: Loving the Land :: Amon Carter Musuem of American ArtKids ages three – five and their families hear a story and learn about nature-filled artworks, as well as create their own original pieces from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required.
Parent & Child: Sushi Basics :: Central Market Fort Worth
Make California and shrimp tempura rolls at Central Market Cooking School. Parents and kids ages seven – 17 will learn the steps of sushi preparation from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $95 per student.
Splish Splash Doggie Bash :: BRiCk Outdoor Pool
Treat your four-legged family members to a day of doggie fun with a swim in the pool, dog-friendly vendors, and prizes from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per dog (limit two per person) and free for humans.
- August 18 - 24
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August 22
Sensory Playdate :: Haltom City Public LibrarySensory-friendly stations will be available to little visitors ages one – three. The free event will take place 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
August 23
Teen D&D Club :: Hurst Public LibraryDon’t miss this D&D meeting just for teens in grades six – 12 at Hurst Public Library. Bring your own smart device and character to learn the basics from 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.
August 24
Make & Take: Decorated Focaccia :: Central Market Fort WorthCentral Market Cooking School in Fort Worth will teach students ages 13 and up how to create their own edible work of art from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $70 per student.
- August 25 - 31
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August 25
Make & Take: Sweet & Savory Summer Pies :: Central Market Fort WorthStudents ages 13 and up will practice baking techniques to create savory tomato and sweet peach-blueberry pies from scratch from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $85 per student.
August 31
Bedford Beats & Eats Fest :: Generations Park at Boys RanchCelebrate the end of summer in Bedford at this free family-friendly festival. Guests will hear live music from the Randy Rogers Band, play in the kids’ zone, dine from food trucks, and more from 2:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Family Crafts: Painting by Stickers :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Families will explore their creativity as they “paint” art projects using stickers, and then take home their masterpieces. The free event takes place from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
August 31 – September 1
Model Train Show :: Clark GardensModel trains, food trucks, shaved ice, trackless train rides, face painting, and the Saturday car show will entertain families at this annual Weatherford event. Tickets are $5 for kids, $8 for seniors, and $10 for adults.
