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Kristen & Logan

October 13, 2018 • Fort Worth, TX

Kristen & Logan

October 13, 2018 • Fort Worth, TX

Things to Do

Billy Bob's Texas – World's Largest Honky Tonk

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2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76164

Saddle up for a galloping good time at Billy Bob's Texas, known proudly as "The World’s Largest Honky Tonk" since its 1981 opening. Tasty barbecue dishes, country music's biggest names, and a Texas-size dance floor await.

Named "Best Country Night Club" 10 times by the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association, Billy Bob’s Texas lives up to its name as "The World’s Largest Honky Tonk." Embrace your inner cowboy at this legendary venue featuring more than 100,000 square feet (9,290 sq m) of entertainment space. Enjoy a delicious Texas dinner, and then grab a drink at your choice of over 30 bar stations.

This country club has hosted some of the biggest country music singers from Garth Brooks to Willie Nelson. Walk by and admire the country memorabilia or take a photo next to one of the 60 guitars signed by country's biggest stars. Dance on a Texas-size dance floor, hear live music, see a bull riding show, or head to the arcade room—there is no shortage of activities and entertainment.

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Pete's Dueling Piano Bar

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621 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA
(817) 335-7383

Great for some extra fun after the wedding or on Friday. There is a $10 so make sure you bring some cash and some good ideas for songs to request.

JFK Tribute

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916 Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy gave an impromptu speech to thousands of rain-drenched spectators on the front steps of the historic Hotel Texas, now the Hilton Fort Worth.

Visitors may experience the Tribute via a guided audio tour accessible by a mobile phone application and web-based educational materials, assuring worldwide access to remarks he made that day, events that occurred in Fort Worth and the geo-political challenges faced by the U.S. President at that time.

Perfect for my uncles.

Four Day Weekend

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312 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

Critically-acclaimed comedy group Four Day Weekend is the longest-running show in the southwest. On Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and 10:00pm, the group performs a one-hour and forty-five minute show created from audience suggestions and participation at their 212-seat theater in downtown Fort Worth.

Bubble Hour at Grace

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777 Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, United States
(817) 877-3388

The bar at Grace (walking distance from the hotel) is open every day from 4pm – 6pm for half-off bubbles by the glass!

Sundance Square

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201 Main St #700, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

Walking distance from hotel. Visit sundance square for some shopping, chocolate shops, candy stores, great restaurants like Bird Cafe, Del Frisco's grille, Salata for a light lunch, taco diner, and more. Great for seeing the city.

Fort Worth Water Gardens

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1502 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA

The Fort Worth Water Gardens is a beautiful and refreshing oasis adjacent to the Fort Worth Convention Center. Walking distance from hotel. Perfect to get away a relax a little. Stop by the starbucks on your way and enjoy your coffee with a view.

The Fort Worth Herd

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131 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164, USA
(817) 336-4373

The Old West comes to life before your eyes during the world's only Fort Worth Herd’s twice-daily cattle drive. Real Texas cowhands drive a herd of Texas longhorns down Exchange Avenue in the Stockyards National Historic District every day at 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Every detail of the cattle drive—from the saddles and chaps to the boots and hats – is authentic and historically true.

The Fort Worth Herd Steer can be viewed daily between drives in their pens behind the Livestock Exchange Building on East Exchange Avenue.

Any Stockyards Station Restaurant with Outdoor Seating. Standing on E. Exchange Avenue in front of the Stockyards Visitors Center. The lawn in front of the Livestock Exchange Building.

Silver Leaf Cigar Lounge

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426 Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA
Smoke lounge offering cigar & drink pairings, as well as a retail arm selling cigars & accessories.

Walking Distance from hotel. Good pit stop for happy hour.

Ghost Bus Tour

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1309 Calhoun St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

As an icon of the frontier, Fort Worth had its share of outlaws, cattle drives, oil barons, and ghastly tales in its early years, from which ghosts still linger today. Take a trip through the city as the daylight fades for an evening filled with restless spirits and stories of woe.

Once you meet up with your guide and the rest of your group, relax with your group at the Grand Cru before you board the ghost bus for a journey through the town's grim history. Visit the final home of Cynthia Ann Parker, abducted and raised by Comanche raiders before being captured again by Texas Rangers, and then see the spot where John F. Kennedy gave his last address before his fateful trip to Dallas.

Your guide shows you to the haunts of mysterious figures and well-known ghosts alike to give you a sense of the restless spirits who loom behind the everyday life of the city. Finish up with a new sense of the mystery, madness, and mayhem on which Fort Worth was built.

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure

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100 W Weatherford St., Fort Worth, TX 76102

Embark on an interactive tour of Fort Worth, exploring the city while following hints and completing unique challenges. See landmarks and historical sites including Tarrant County Courthouse, Sid Richardson Museum, and the Water Gardens while you solve puzzles that lead you on a memorable tour.

Start your journey at the Tarrant County Courthouse, the pink granite building built in 1895 that is also seen in the TV series Walker, Texas Ranger. With your smartphone, iPad, or other mobile device, use the Quest Software to discover clues and solve questions as you journey. Mosey over to the Sid Richardson Museum, located in historic Sundance Square to see a gallery featuring artwork of the American West by Frederic Remington and C. M. Russell.

Complete challenges, take hints, and earn points as you meander through the city. Make your way through city blocks to the Water Gardens and the JFK Memorial. Conclude your day at Bass Hall, a classic opera house with a limestone exterior that's capable of seating over 2,000 people. Make your way around the city, world-famous for its history and architecture, and perhaps learn something new as your adventure wraps up.

Historic Downtown Segway Tour

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608 West 2nd St, Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Buzz by downtown Fort Worth's sights with ease as you cruise along on a futuristic Segway. Follow an experienced guide between eclectic neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and tranquil parks, and enjoy ample opportunities to hop off your ride to snap photos along the way.

Meet up with your guide and spend the first part of your day getting use to the controls of your Segway. When you're ready to head out, glide toward the Fort Worth Water Gardens and Haynes Memorial Triangle to test out your Segway skills along quiet paths and pond-bordered trails.

Take a break at Hyde Park, snap feline-friendly photos at the Sleeping Panther Statue, and admire the colorful stained glass windows at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Roll through the geometric lawns of Burnett Park, see the hotel where JFK stayed before his tragic trip to Dallas, and get tips on other places to check out around town before you wheel around and return to your starting point.

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

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3200 Darnell St, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Set beautifully on a large reflecting pond, the 5 concrete and glass pavilions of The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth house one of the finest collections of post–World War II art in the country.

Situated in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, The Modern’s 5 modular, 2-story pavilions appear to float on the water. Discover significant works of modern and contemporary art from around the world. Artists featured include Anselm Kiefer, Robert Motherwell, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Gerhard Richter, Susan Rothenberg, Richard Serra, Andre Serrano, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol.

The building, designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, is a masterpiece in itself. Take time to gaze into the reflecting pond as you enjoy lunch in Café Modern’s elliptical dining room or shop for gifts at The Modern Shop.