Fort Worth Events August–September 2025: Music, Rodeos, More

Fort Worth’s calendar is rolling from the heat of August straight into the first hints of fall, and the lineup is anything but sleepy. Before summer’s end, you can soak in a sound bath beneath a galaxy of stars, cheer at a Stockyards rodeo, or sip cocktails during a Horned Frog–themed night out. September brings family concerts in the zoo and the Botanic Garden, plus plenty of live music and football on the big screen. Here’s what’s on tap as the seasons start to turn. 

Sound Bath Under the Stars 

Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. 

Jane & John Justin Foundation Omni Theater 

The Omni will trade its usual jaw-dropping visuals for a night of serenity when Se7en Waves brings its sound bath experience to the planetarium dome. Guests will lie back under a projection of stars and galaxies while instruments like singing bowls, gongs, and chimes create waves of meditative sound. 

“While many of our immersive Omni programs are high-energy and full of excitement, the partnership with Se7en Waves offers something new,” says Nikki Diller, Vice President of Collections, Interpretation, and Programs. “This collaboration invites guests to find a sense of calm and rejuvenation under the Omni’s stars.” 

Tickets: buy.fwmuseum.org  

The Backyard Unplugged: TCU Spirit Night 

Saturday, August 23, 2025 

Fort Worth Stockyards | Hotel Drover  

Horned Frog fans can enjoy live music from Nate Burnham, signature cocktails like the “Riff Ram” and “Super Frog,” and plenty of purple pride. 

August 23 | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.  

Labor Day Weekend in the Stockyards — Presented by Cavender’s 

Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025 

Fort Worth Stockyards 

Four days of rodeos, live music, lawn games, and giveaways. The Stockyards Championship Rodeo runs all weekend: fortworthstockyards.com  

• August 29 | 7:30 p.m. 
• August 30 | 1:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. 
• August 31 | 1:30 p.m. 

Ranch2O Tailgate Days — College Football Watch Party 

Saturday, August 30, 2025 

Exchange Lawn, Fort Worth Stockyards 

Catch Texas vs. Ohio, Alabama vs. Florida State, and LSU vs. Clemson on the big screen with $6 cocktails all day. 

August Live Music Highlights 

Billy Bob’s Texas: Randy Rogers & Pat Green (Aug. 15), Gretchen Wilson (Aug. 16), Whitey Morgan and the 78’s (Aug. 22), Jackyl (Aug. 23), Rival Sons (Aug. 28), Jason Boland & the Stragglers (Aug. 29), John Waite (Aug. 30), Choatfest (Aug. 31). 

Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall: Sam Riggs (Aug. 30). 

Second Rodeo Brewing, Sidesaddle Saloon, White Elephant Saloon: Live music throughout the month. 

Cliburn Family Concerts Tickets Are on Sale Now — 2025–2026 Season 

The Cliburn’s family-friendly series returns for its second year, pairing world-class music with beloved Fort Worth venues. And although the first show is still a few weeks away, tickets for these events are already on sale.  

The Carnival of the Animals — Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. | Fort Worth Zoo (Outdoor Learning Theater). Pianists bring Saint-Saëns’ humorous suite to life as the zoo’s Animal Ambassadors make special appearances. 

The Polar Express — Saturday, November 29, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.; Sunday, November 30, 2025 | 2:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Stockyards Station (Stampede Room). A narrated, musical journey to the North Pole with festive extras in the Stockyards. 

Flight of the Bumblebee — Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden (Fuller Garden). A new bee-themed storybook adventure set to a buzzing classical score. 

“This new family tradition gives kids and their parents a way to enjoy classical music all together — in a presentation that would be completely magical and unforgettable for all ages,” says Jacques Marquis, Cliburn president and CEO.