Fall is finally here! Have a look at our roundup of kid-friendly October events in Fort Worth, Arlington, and more. 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 additional guides to help you with fall fun:
- 9 Family-Friendly Farms and Petting Zoos in North Texas
- A Guide to Fall Fun in Fort Worth :: Events, Farms, Mazes, Pumpkin Patches, and More
- A Mom’s Guide to the State Fair of Texas
- What to Know When You Attend a Dallas Cowboys Game with Kids
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Art Jam :: Meow Wolf
Sundays
Families get creative, dance, and have fun all afternoon on Sundays. Doors open at noon. Purchase $50 general admission tickets online. Kids 12 and under pay $30.
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.
Classic Cartoons and Crafts :: Lancaster Theatre
Tuesdays
Little ones make themed crafts, eat popcorn, and enjoy drink as they watch a cartoon movie at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are $6 per child and $3 per adult.
Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive :: Fort Worth Stockyards
Daily
Visitors of all ages experience cattle drives with real cowboys and cows. The FREE drives run twice daily at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio :: Kimbell Art Museum
Saturdays
Kids ages 12 and younger (plus adult companions) enjoy FREE gallery exploration and studio art projects from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. This month’s theme is “Art Rocks.”
Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Saturdays
Little ones ages three – five and their grownups move, groove, and sing at this FREE music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
State Fair of Texas :: Fair Park
Daily
Experience the North Texas tradition with Big Tex, rides, and corny dogs. Single tickets and season passes can be purchased online or at the gate. Gates open daily at 10:00 a.m. through October 20.
Teen Game On! :: Haltom City Public Library
Thursdays
Don’t miss this FREE gaming event just for teens in grades six – 12. Enjoy Wii, PS4, coloring sheets, and board games from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Wild Kratts Creature Power! :: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Tuesdays – Sundays
Kids ages three – nine visit animal habitats and learn STEM skills. The exhibit is included with museum admission or membership. Tickets start at $12. Kids three and under get in FREE.
October 7
Show Up with a Grownup: Teen and Adult Craft Night :: Haltom City Public Library
Teens and their adult companions visit the library for a craft activity from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online for this FREE event.
October 11 – 25
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz :: Online Event
All ages and abilities are invited to share pollinator photos, follow the Facebook page for updates and events, and make self-guided contributions to the scientific community.
October 12
Founders Day :: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza
Celebrate the founding of Burleson with historical reenactments, a car show, live music, and a kids zone. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Admission is FREE.
Pick of the Patch :: Karis
Celebrate the fall season in Crowley with a pumpkin patch, face painting, carnival games, a bounce house, and more. Hours are 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. rain or shine. RSVP on the website.
Second Saturday Downtown Market :: Weatherford
This FREE outdoor market is open from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. and features local artisans, business owners, and musicians.
Sensory Explorations :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Kids on the autism spectrum explore art through sensory activities, connect with artwork, watch performances, and more from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is FREE.
October 15
Little Sprouts Book and Garden Club :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Third Tuesdays welcome youngsters 18 months – five years old for stories, songs, and movement in the backyard vegetable garden with Carlos the Cactus. Tickets are $10 and sell out quickly.
October 18
Craft & Holiday Market :: Hurst Senior Activities Center
More than 60 vendors feature unique items for holiday shopping. Find decor, gifts, and concessions. Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend. Admission is FREE.
Murder Mystery Dinner – Midnight at the Masquerade :: Turning Point Beer
Test your crime solving skills over a three-hour dinner with clues dropped throughout the event from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Bedford. Ages 13 – 20 pay $29. Tickets are $39 for ages 21 and up.
October 19
Beer, Brats, and More :: Bedford Library Greenspace
Bring your appetite for bratwurst, Texas craft beer, live music, and family fun from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. Admission is FREE.
Carter Playdate: Color Collectors :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Kids ages three – five and their families hear a story, learn about artwork, and create their own original pieces from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is FREE, but reservations are required.
Vinyl Record Show :: Grapevine Convention Center
Find music, hidden treasures, collectibles, and more from about 50 vendors. Win door prizes. Hours are 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $8. Parking is FREE.
October 27
Kids Pizza Party :: Central Market Fort Worth
Students ages 10 – 12 learn to make pizza dough and a simple sauce for their own homemade pizza. Dessert pizza will also be on the menu. Class is from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Cost is $55 per person.
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Art Jam :: Meow Wolf
SundaysFamilies get creative, dance, and have fun all afternoon on Sundays. Doors open at noon. Purchase $50 general admission tickets online. Kids 12 and under pay $30.
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.
Classic Cartoons and Crafts :: Lancaster Theatre
TuesdaysLittle ones make themed crafts, eat popcorn, and enjoy drink as they watch a cartoon movie at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are $6 per child and $3 per adult.
Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive :: Fort Worth Stockyards
DailyVisitors of all ages experience cattle drives with real cowboys and cows. The FREE drives run twice daily at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Kimbell Kids Drop-In Studio :: Kimbell Art Museum
SaturdaysKids ages 12 and younger (plus adult companions) enjoy FREE gallery exploration and studio art projects from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. This month’s theme is “Art Rocks.”
Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
SaturdaysLittle ones ages three – five and their grownups move, groove, and sing at this FREE music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
State Fair of Texas :: Fair Park
DailyExperience the North Texas tradition with Big Tex, rides, and corny dogs. Single tickets and season passes can be purchased online or at the gate. Gates open daily at 10:00 a.m. through October 20.
Teen Game On! :: Haltom City Public Library
ThursdaysDon’t miss this FREE gaming event just for teens in grades six – 12. Enjoy Wii, PS4, coloring sheets, and board games from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Wild Kratts Creature Power! :: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Tuesdays – SundaysKids ages three – nine visit animal habitats and learn STEM skills. The exhibit is included with museum admission or membership. Tickets start at $12. Kids three and under get in FREE.
- October 1 – 5
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- October 6 – 12
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October 7
Show Up with a Grownup: Teen and Adult Craft Night :: Haltom City Public LibraryTeens and their adult companions visit the library for a craft activity from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Register online for this FREE event.
October 11 – 25
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz :: Online EventAll ages and abilities are invited to share pollinator photos, follow the Facebook page for updates and events, and make self-guided contributions to the scientific community.
October 12
Founders Day :: Mayor Vera Calvin PlazaCelebrate the founding of Burleson with historical reenactments, a car show, live music, and a kids zone. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Admission is FREE.
Pick of the Patch :: Karis
Celebrate the fall season in Crowley with a pumpkin patch, face painting, carnival games, a bounce house, and more. Hours are 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. rain or shine. RSVP on the website.
Second Saturday Downtown Market :: Weatherford
This FREE outdoor market is open from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. and features local artisans, business owners, and musicians.
Sensory Explorations :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Kids on the autism spectrum explore art through sensory activities, connect with artwork, watch performances, and more from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is FREE.
- October 13 – 19
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October 15
Little Sprouts Book and Garden Club :: Fort Worth Botanic GardenThird Tuesdays welcome youngsters 18 months – five years old for stories, songs, and movement in the backyard vegetable garden with Carlos the Cactus. Tickets are $10 and sell out quickly.
October 18
Craft & Holiday Market :: Hurst Senior Activities CenterMore than 60 vendors feature unique items for holiday shopping. Find decor, gifts, and concessions. Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend. Admission is FREE.
Murder Mystery Dinner – Midnight at the Masquerade :: Turning Point Beer
Test your crime solving skills over a three-hour dinner with clues dropped throughout the event from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Bedford. Ages 13 – 20 pay $29. Tickets are $39 for ages 21 and up.
October 19
Beer, Brats, and More :: Bedford Library GreenspaceBring your appetite for bratwurst, Texas craft beer, live music, and family fun from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. Admission is FREE.
Carter Playdate: Color Collectors :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Kids ages three – five and their families hear a story, learn about artwork, and create their own original pieces from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is FREE, but reservations are required.
Vinyl Record Show :: Grapevine Convention Center
Find music, hidden treasures, collectibles, and more from about 50 vendors. Win door prizes. Hours are 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $8. Parking is FREE.
- October 20 – 26
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- October 27 – 31
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October 27
Kids Pizza Party :: Central Market Fort WorthStudents ages 10 – 12 learn to make pizza dough and a simple sauce for their own homemade pizza. Dessert pizza will also be on the menu. Class is from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Cost is $55 per person.
Thank you for sharing all of the wonderful events coming up. I just moved to Fort Worth with my family. I was doing some carpet cleaning when my husband, the most disconnected man on the planet, told me about a few events we could go to. That inspired me to start looking and find some other events I can suggest to the family. We are planning to go to the classic cartoons and crafts next week. My kids are excited.