Save the Date :: February Kid-Friendly Events in Fort Worth

Save the Date February Kid Friendly Events in Fort Worth

We’ve rounded up the best activities for families and things to do with kids this February in and around Fort Worth. Find even more things to do in the metroplex on Collin County Moms, Dallas Moms, and Denton County Moms.

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Across the Board :: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Daily

Visitors make moves on a life-sized board game where they are the pieces. Entry is included with general admission or museum membership during regular hours. Closed Mondays. 


All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Disney Archives :: Arlington Museum of Art
Daily

Be dazzled by authentic Disney costume jewelry used in classic character costume ensembles. Reserve a time slot from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults, and $12 – $32 for kids.  


Brick Builders :: Fort Worth Public Library – Summerglen
Mondays

Kids ages five and older let their imaginations run wild during this Lego-building event from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.  


Celebrate Black History :: Irving Performing Arts Center
Daily

Visitors of all ages experience free art exhibits, receptions, and programs celebrating Black History Month all month.


Charlie and the Chocolate Factory :: Casa Mañana Theatre
Weekends

Young audiences go on an adventure with Charlie Bucket as he tours Willy Wonka’s magical candy factory. Shows play through February 16. Ticket prices and times vary by date.


Cotton Belt Excursion :: Cotton Belt Depot
Weekends

Visitors of all ages step back in time as they ride the Grapevine Vintage Railroad to the Fort Worth Stockyards and back beginning February 15. All aboard from 11:30 – 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $18 – $72 per person.


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. 


Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume :: Arlington Museum of Art
Daily

Gaze at 300 Disney costumes from iconic heroes and villains on display through March 2025. Reserve a time slot from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults, and $12 – $32 for kids.


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 “Adore You.”


Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Saturdays

Little ones ages 3 – 5 and their grownups move, groove, and sing at this free music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.


Teen TEA Time :: Haltom City Public Library
Tuesdays

Teens in grades 6 – 12 stop by the library for free TEA (teen enriching activities) from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Enjoy themed activities from sports trivia to potato chip tastings.

February 1
Toddler Studio: Me, Myself, and I :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Toddlers ages 2 – 3 make themed art and enjoy creative play from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each month on select Saturdays. Events are free but online registration is required.


February 4
Pictures and Pages :: Kimbell Art Museum

Fill your morning with free stories and creative play in either English or Spanish. Kids ages 4 – 6 can attend with their adult companion from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.


February 5
Bella’s Book & Nature Club :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden

First Wednesdays offer children 18 months to five years old a morning of nature, story, and song. Hours are 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is free for members. Non-members pay $10. Register by February 3.


February 6
CityFest :: BRiCk

The community of Burleson enjoys a day of family fun with bounce houses, games, and more. Learn about the city’s future at this free event from 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.

First Thursday Sketching Tour: We Heart Art :: Kimbell Art Museum

Homeschooled kids in grades k – 8 enjoy free themed programs each month with sketching and writing exercises from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.


February 8
Kids Club at Pinstripes: Be My Valentine Crafts :: Fort Worth

First Saturdays are reserved for children of all ages from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Participants enjoy free themed activities and get a same-day discount voucher for brunch.

Special Needs Screening: Dog Man :: Studio Movie Grill

On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.

February 10
Tween Make It Monday Take Home Craft :: Haltom City Public Library

Tweens in grades 2 – 6 pick up a free, themed craft kit to take home and put together while supplies last.


February 11
Make & Take: Chocolate Truffles & Chocolate Bark :: Central Market Fort Worth

Teens ages 18 and up prepare chocolate delicacies in a small group from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $85 per person.


February 13
Nature Adventurers :: River Legacy Nature Center

Kids ages 2.5 – 4 go on a ladybug-themed nature adventure in Arlington beginning at 10:00 a.m. Admission is $25. Enroll online.


February 15
Carter Playdate: Painting Portraits :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Kids ages 3 – 5 and their families hear a story, explore the galleries, and create portrait prints from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required.

Great Backyard Bird Count :: River Legacy Nature Center

Visitors of all ages learn birdwatching skills through activities and take part in a bird count to help track populations and migration from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Itty-Bitty Art: Head Over Heels :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Children ages 24 months and younger develop spatial awareness and motor skills through songs and play from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Reservations are required for this free event.


February 15 – 16
Swan Lake :: Terrell Performing Arts Center

Audiences enjoy this classic love story performed by Ballet Frontier over Valentine’s weekend. Saturday’s show is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s show is at 2:00 p.m. Tickets start at $55.

February 16
Ebony-Opoly: The Black Experience Game Day :: Ruthe Jackson Center

Participants of all ages in Grand Prairie are immersed in the Black experience during this life-sized game filled with history and culture. Hours are 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.


February 17
Cupcake Workshop :: Southlake Town Hall

Kids ages 7 and up decorate three cupcakes each with Blush & Wisk Bakery from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Supplies are provided. Admission is free. Register in advance.


February 18
Little Sprouts Book & Garden Club :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Visit Carlos the Cactus every third Tuesday family nature challenges, stories, and music time. Hours are 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is free for members. Nonmembers pay $10. Register by February 15.


February 21
Birdhouse Building :: River Legacy Nature Center

Children ages 5 – 10 build simple birdhouses and take their creations home after the event. Hours are 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per participant.


February 21 – 23
The Cowtown :: Fort Worth

Runners of all ages put on their racing shoes for this family fitness event spanning three days and featuring a marathon, 5K, kids 5K, and more. Registration is open for all events. Fees and race times vary.


February 22
Black History Celebration :: The Dock Bookshop

All ages celebrate Black History in Fort Worth with a day of books, art activities, craft jewelry making, drumming, games, and more from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Admission is free. Reserve a spot online.

Children’s Entrepreneur Market :: Levy Events Plaza

Visitors will find local products and services made by children-entrepreneurs at this market run entirely by kids. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Make & Take: The Basics of Biscuits :: Central Market Fort Worth

Kids ages 13 and up learn the basics of biscuit making in a small group from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $85 per person.

Rag Doll Making :: Log Cabin Village

Kids ages eight and older with their adult companions learn to make rag dolls to take home after the activity from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Cost is $10 per person. RSVP online.

February 23
Heritage & Hustle :: Blank Space Fort Worth

Celebrate Black History Month at this pop-up vendor fair featuring bounce houses, vendors, food trucks, and more from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.


February 24
Family Storytime Celebrates Black History Month :: Ron Wright Lake Arlington Branch Library

Celebrate Black History Month with themed books, songs, and activities from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. for young children ages 2 – 4. Admission is free. 


February 27
Nature Adventurers :: River Legacy Nature Center

Kids ages 2.5 – 4 go on a honeybee-themed nature adventure in Arlington beginning at 10:00 a.m. Admission is $25. Enroll online.


February 28
Funkytown Ink :: Fort Worth Public Library – Riverside

Teens in grades 6 – 12 learn the history of tattoo art and receive press-on tattoos to take home. Hours are 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.

KizArt :: Southlake Town Hall

Kids ages 5 – 12 learn from local artists, and make art projects with their new knowledge from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.

All Month

Across the Board :: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Daily

Visitors make moves on a life-sized board game where they are the pieces. Entry is included with general admission or museum membership during regular hours. Closed Mondays. 


All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Disney Archives :: Arlington Museum of Art
Daily

Be dazzled by authentic Disney costume jewelry used in classic character costume ensembles. Reserve a time slot from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults, and $12 – $32 for kids.  


Brick Builders :: Fort Worth Public Library – Summerglen
Mondays

Kids ages five and older let their imaginations run wild during this Lego-building event from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.  


Celebrate Black History :: Irving Performing Arts Center
Daily

Visitors of all ages experience free art exhibits, receptions, and programs celebrating Black History Month all month.


Charlie and the Chocolate Factory :: Casa Mañana Theatre
Weekends

Young audiences go on an adventure with Charlie Bucket as he tours Willy Wonka’s magical candy factory. Shows play through February 16. Ticket prices and times vary by date.


Cotton Belt Excursion :: Cotton Belt Depot
Weekends

Visitors of all ages step back in time as they ride the Grapevine Vintage Railroad to the Fort Worth Stockyards and back beginning February 15. All aboard from 11:30 – 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $18 – $72 per person.


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. 


Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume :: Arlington Museum of Art
Daily

Gaze at 300 Disney costumes from iconic heroes and villains on display through March 2025. Reserve a time slot from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $37 for adults, and $12 – $32 for kids.


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 “Adore You.”


Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
Saturdays

Little ones ages 3 – 5 and their grownups move, groove, and sing at this free music and movement meetup from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.


Teen TEA Time :: Haltom City Public Library
Tuesdays

Teens in grades 6 – 12 stop by the library for free TEA (teen enriching activities) from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Enjoy themed activities from sports trivia to potato chip tastings.

February 1 – 8

February 1
Toddler Studio: Me, Myself, and I :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Toddlers ages 2 – 3 make themed art and enjoy creative play from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each month on select Saturdays. Events are free but online registration is required.


February 4
Pictures and Pages :: Kimbell Art Museum

Fill your morning with free stories and creative play in either English or Spanish. Kids ages 4 – 6 can attend with their adult companion from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.


February 5
Bella’s Book & Nature Club :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden

First Wednesdays offer children 18 months to five years old a morning of nature, story, and song. Hours are 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is free for members. Non-members pay $10. Register by February 3.


February 6
CityFest :: BRiCk

The community of Burleson enjoys a day of family fun with bounce houses, games, and more. Learn about the city’s future at this free event from 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.

First Thursday Sketching Tour: We Heart Art :: Kimbell Art Museum

Homeschooled kids in grades k – 8 enjoy free themed programs each month with sketching and writing exercises from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.


February 8
Kids Club at Pinstripes: Be My Valentine Crafts :: Fort Worth

First Saturdays are reserved for children of all ages from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Participants enjoy free themed activities and get a same-day discount voucher for brunch.

Special Needs Screening: Dog Man :: Studio Movie Grill

On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.

February 9 – 15

February 10
Tween Make It Monday Take Home Craft :: Haltom City Public Library

Tweens in grades 2 – 6 pick up a free, themed craft kit to take home and put together while supplies last.


February 11
Make & Take: Chocolate Truffles & Chocolate Bark :: Central Market Fort Worth

Teens ages 18 and up prepare chocolate delicacies in a small group from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $85 per person.


February 13
Nature Adventurers :: River Legacy Nature Center

Kids ages 2.5 – 4 go on a ladybug-themed nature adventure in Arlington beginning at 10:00 a.m. Admission is $25. Enroll online.


February 15
Carter Playdate: Painting Portraits :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Kids ages 3 – 5 and their families hear a story, explore the galleries, and create portrait prints from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required.

Great Backyard Bird Count :: River Legacy Nature Center

Visitors of all ages learn birdwatching skills through activities and take part in a bird count to help track populations and migration from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Itty-Bitty Art: Head Over Heels :: Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Children ages 24 months and younger develop spatial awareness and motor skills through songs and play from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Reservations are required for this free event.


February 15 – 16
Swan Lake :: Terrell Performing Arts Center

Audiences enjoy this classic love story performed by Ballet Frontier over Valentine’s weekend. Saturday’s show is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s show is at 2:00 p.m. Tickets start at $55.

February 16 – 22

February 16
Ebony-Opoly: The Black Experience Game Day :: Ruthe Jackson Center

Participants of all ages in Grand Prairie are immersed in the Black experience during this life-sized game filled with history and culture. Hours are 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.


February 17
Cupcake Workshop :: Southlake Town Hall

Kids ages 7 and up decorate three cupcakes each with Blush & Wisk Bakery from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Supplies are provided. Admission is free. Register in advance.


February 18
Little Sprouts Book & Garden Club :: Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Visit Carlos the Cactus every third Tuesday family nature challenges, stories, and music time. Hours are 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Admission is free for members. Nonmembers pay $10. Register by February 15.


February 21
Birdhouse Building :: River Legacy Nature Center

Children ages 5 – 10 build simple birdhouses and take their creations home after the event. Hours are 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per participant.


February 21 – 23
The Cowtown :: Fort Worth

Runners of all ages put on their racing shoes for this family fitness event spanning three days and featuring a marathon, 5K, kids 5K, and more. Registration is open for all events. Fees and race times vary.


February 22
Black History Celebration :: The Dock Bookshop

All ages celebrate Black History in Fort Worth with a day of books, art activities, craft jewelry making, drumming, games, and more from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Admission is free. Reserve a spot online.

Children’s Entrepreneur Market :: Levy Events Plaza

Visitors will find local products and services made by children-entrepreneurs at this market run entirely by kids. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Make & Take: The Basics of Biscuits :: Central Market Fort Worth

Kids ages 13 and up learn the basics of biscuit making in a small group from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $85 per person.

Rag Doll Making :: Log Cabin Village

Kids ages eight and older with their adult companions learn to make rag dolls to take home after the activity from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Cost is $10 per person. RSVP online.

February 23 – 28

February 23
Heritage & Hustle :: Blank Space Fort Worth

Celebrate Black History Month at this pop-up vendor fair featuring bounce houses, vendors, food trucks, and more from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.


February 24
Family Storytime Celebrates Black History Month :: Ron Wright Lake Arlington Branch Library

Celebrate Black History Month with themed books, songs, and activities from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. for young children ages 2 – 4. Admission is free. 


February 27
Nature Adventurers :: River Legacy Nature Center

Kids ages 2.5 – 4 go on a honeybee-themed nature adventure in Arlington beginning at 10:00 a.m. Admission is $25. Enroll online.


February 28
Funkytown Ink :: Fort Worth Public Library – Riverside

Teens in grades 6 – 12 learn the history of tattoo art and receive press-on tattoos to take home. Hours are 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.

KizArt :: Southlake Town Hall

Kids ages 5 – 12 learn from local artists, and make art projects with their new knowledge from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.

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Amanda
Amanda entered the world of publishing while selling newspaper ads in Denver. She currently serves as an editorial contributor to homegrown publications as well as reviews creative writing for a literary journal based in Baltimore. With a son headed to college and daughter starting 5th grade, she can be found attending school events, helping with science projects, and proofing essays. Amanda's pastimes include discovering vintage artwork, experimenting with new recipes, and trying to keep the garden alive.

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