Fort Worth residents are invited to celebrate the last ArtsGoggle street festival before the event pauses for underground repairs slated to begin in the spring of 2027. The free, family‑friendly showcase will take place on Magnolia Avenue Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon to 10 p.m.
What to expect
The festival will span more than 20 blocks of Magnolia Avenue, hosting over 1,000 visual artists and 50 musical performances. Attendees are encouraged to use Trinity Metro’s buses, the local trolley or rideshare services to reduce traffic congestion.
Special programming
In addition to the art booths, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth will screen Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie on its lawn from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 23. Admission is $7‑$10, free for children under 17. The screening is part of the museum’s “In the Making: The Sculpture Project,” which offers free art activities throughout October. Note that personal coolers, drinks, food, pets and lawn chairs are prohibited.
Family Halloween fun
From Oct. 23‑25, the Fort Worth Zoo will host “Boo at the Zoo,” a three‑day celebration with treat stations, live entertainment, animal shows and Halloween activities. Children must keep their faces visible; adults in heavy makeup or full‑face masks are not permitted. Admission ranges from $18 to $22.
Another arts event nearby
For those looking for additional cultural experiences, the Clearfork district will hold “Art Worth: A Festival of Fine Art and Fine Craft” Oct. 23‑25. The three‑day event features more than 90 artists, live glass‑blowing, pottery, sculpting and wood‑turning demonstrations, plus daily performances by Fort Worth Opera. Admission is free.
Native American cultural showcase
IndigiCommunity’s fifth annual North Texas Powwow will take place Oct. 24 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington. The event highlights Native culture with dancing, drums, vendors and six contests for families to display traditional regalia. Parking is $10; admission is free.
Community call to action
Organizers stress that this year’s festival is not a farewell but a “see you later.” They are urging the community to attend and support the artists and performers who make ArtsGoggle a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s cultural life. Reporting fellows from the Fort Worth Report will be on site to gather visitor impressions.
How to get involved
Readers who have favorite ArtsGoggle memories are encouraged to share their stories with the reporter, David Moreno, at [email protected]. The Fort Worth Report’s arts and culture coverage is partially supported by the Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation and the Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust, with editorial decisions made independently of donors.
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