
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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- Free Kids Activities in Tarrant County
- Indoor Activities for Kids in Fort Worth and Surrounding Areas
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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 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
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
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Across the Board :: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
DailyVisitors 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
DailyBe 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
MondaysKids 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
DailyVisitors of all ages experience free art exhibits, receptions, and programs celebrating Black History Month all month.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory :: Casa Mañana Theatre
WeekendsYoung 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
WeekendsVisitors 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
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.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume :: Arlington Museum of Art
DailyGaze 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
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 “Adore You.”
Music and Movement :: Fort Worth Public Library – East Regional
SaturdaysLittle 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
TuesdaysTeens 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 9 – 15
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February 10
Tween Make It Monday Take Home Craft :: Haltom City Public LibraryTweens 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 WorthTeens 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 CenterKids 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 ArtKids 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
- February 16 – 22
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February 16
Ebony-Opoly: The Black Experience Game Day :: Ruthe Jackson CenterParticipants 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 HallKids 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 GardenVisit 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 CenterChildren 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 WorthRunners 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 BookshopAll 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
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February 23
Heritage & Hustle :: Blank Space Fort WorthCelebrate 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 LibraryCelebrate 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 CenterKids 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 – RiversideTeens 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.