Fort Worth, Texas, September 25, 2025
News Summary
The Art Worth Festival will celebrate visual arts and classical music at The Shops at Clearfork. With over 80 artists and numerous performances, the festival promises a rich cultural experience for visitors. It will feature live demonstrations of various art forms, as well as performances by local music ensembles, including students from major Texas universities. Admission is free, and the event aims to foster community connections and support local talent.
Fort Worth, Texas — The Art Worth Festival will take place from October 24 to October 26, 2025. The festival will be held on the lawn of The Shops at Clearfork in Fort Worth, Texas, and admission to the festival is free. The event celebrates visual arts and classical music and will bring artists, student ensembles, professional companies, and community groups together for three days of exhibitions, demonstrations, and performances.
Key details and schedule
Over 80 artists will display their works, selected from hundreds of applicants for their exceptional skill. The festival features live demonstrations in various artistic disciplines, including:
- Glass-blowing
- Metalsmithing
- Sculpting in stone
- Wheel-thrown pottery
- Wood-turning
- And other art forms
Classical music performances will be showcased by local ensembles, including:
- Elementary and high school groups
- Music programs from Texas Christian University (TCU), University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), University of North Texas (UNT), and Texas Wesleyan University.
The Fort Worth City Band and professional companies, including The Fort Worth Opera, will perform at the festival. The Fort Worth Opera is a presenting partner and will mount a production each day of the festival. Festival hours are: Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25: 10 AM to 6 PM; Sunday, October 26: 11 AM to 4 PM.
Visitor information and logistics
The festival location at The Shops at Clearfork offers ample free parking and restaurant options. The address for the event is 5188 Monahans Avenue, at Edwards Ranch Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76109. Volunteers are currently being sought to assist in the setup and operations of the festival.
The festival aims to connect the community with both local talents and the broader cultural heritage of Fort Worth. It serves to promote local businesses and tourism in the area. The event is designed to be suitable for all ages.
Programming and community impact
Programming will combine visual arts exhibitions with classical music to create a mixed-format cultural experience intended to be accessible to families and visitors of all ages. Live demonstrations will provide insight into artistic techniques ranging from traditional stone sculpting to contemporary glass work, while student ensembles and university music programs will offer recurring short performances throughout each festival day.
Professional groups will add curated, staged offerings to the schedule. The Fort Worth Opera’s role as a presenting partner includes producing a small-scale daily presentation, providing a professional complement to the student and community performances. The Fort Worth City Band and other professional artists will contribute additional formal concert elements.
Operations and participation
Organizers are coordinating logistics for artist displays, demonstration spaces, performance stages, and visitor services. The location’s available parking and nearby restaurants are expected to support visitor needs. Volunteers are being recruited now to help with setup, managing artist areas, guiding visitors, and supporting event operations across the three days.
Background
The Art Worth Festival will celebrate its fourth year with visual arts and classical music in Fort Worth, TX, from October 24-26, 2025. Over its iterations, the festival has aimed to connect audiences with both emerging and established artists, while highlighting the role of classical music programs in local educational institutions and professional ensembles. This edition continues that focus by programming across multiple venues on the lawn of The Shops at Clearfork and by maintaining free admission to make the event broadly accessible.
FAQ
- When will the festival take place?
- The Art Worth Festival will take place from October 24 to October 26, 2025.
- Where will the festival be held?
- The festival will be held on the lawn of The Shops at Clearfork in Fort Worth, Texas.
- Is there an admission fee?
- Admission to the festival is free.
- What does the festival celebrate?
- This event celebrates visual arts and classical music.
- How many artists will participate?
- Over 80 artists will display their works, selected from hundreds of applicants for their exceptional skill.
- What types of live demonstrations will be available?
- The festival features live demonstrations in various artistic disciplines, including: Glass-blowing; Metalsmithing; Sculpting in stone; Wheel-thrown pottery; Wood-turning; And other art forms.
- Who will perform musically at the festival?
- Classical music performances will be showcased by local ensembles, including: Elementary and high school groups; Music programs from Texas Christian University (TCU), University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), University of North Texas (UNT), and Texas Wesleyan University.
- Which professional groups are involved?
- The Fort Worth City Band and professional companies, including The Fort Worth Opera, will perform at the festival.
- Is the Fort Worth Opera involved?
- The Fort Worth Opera is a presenting partner and will mount a production each day of the festival.
- What are the festival hours?
- Festival hours are: Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25: 10 AM to 6 PM; Sunday, October 26: 11 AM to 4 PM.
- What parking and dining options are available?
- The festival location at The Shops at Clearfork offers ample free parking and restaurant options.
- What is the event address?
- The address for the event is 5188 Monahans Avenue, at Edwards Ranch Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76109.
- Are volunteers needed?
- Volunteers are currently being sought to assist in the setup and operations of the festival.
- What are the festival goals?
- The festival aims to connect the community with both local talents and the broader cultural heritage of Fort Worth.
- Does the festival support local business and tourism?
- It serves to promote local businesses and tourism in the area.
- Is the event family-friendly?
- The event is designed to be suitable for all ages.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 24 to October 26, 2025 |
| Location | The lawn of The Shops at Clearfork in Fort Worth, Texas |
| Admission | Free |
| Artists | Over 80 artists selected from hundreds of applicants |
| Live demonstrations | Glass-blowing; Metalsmithing; Sculpting in stone; Wheel-thrown pottery; Wood-turning; And other art forms |
| Music performers | Elementary and high school groups; TCU; UTA; UNT; Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth City Band; Professional companies including The Fort Worth Opera |
| Festival hours | Fri & Sat: 10 AM to 6 PM; Sun: 11 AM to 4 PM |
| Address | 5188 Monahans Avenue, at Edwards Ranch Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76109 |
| Parking & dining | Ample free parking and restaurant options |
| Volunteers | Volunteers are currently being sought to assist in the setup and operations of the festival |
| Audience | Designed to be suitable for all ages |
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Additional Resources
- Dallas News: Art Worth Festival
- Travel and Tour World: Art Worth Festival
- The Shorthorn: West Main Arts Festival
- Star-Telegram: Fort Worth Events
- FWTX: Main St 2025 Guide
- Wikipedia: Fort Worth, Texas
- Google Search: Art Festivals in Fort Worth
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fort Worth, Texas
- Google News: Fort Worth Arts Festival
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