These fall activities across Fort Worth pair perfectly with the crisper Texas air and the coolest Fort Worth neighborhoods. Here is a roundup of 5 can’t-miss events across our area, from September through November, with dates, top highlights and official sites for easy planning.
FORT WORTH
Fort Worth Oktoberfest — Sep 25-27
A Munich-style party in Trinity Park: oom-pah bands, dachshund races, stein hoists, carnival rides and a 5K. Don’t miss the “Tapping of the Kegs.” (fortworthoktoberfest.com)
DALLAS
State Fair of Texas — Sep 26-Oct 19
The icon of Texas fall returns with Big Tex, midway thrills, concerts and the Big Tex Choice Awards — this year expanded to spotlight inventive “Sips” alongside outrageous sweet and savory finalists. (State Fair of Texas, Eater Dallas)
FORT WORTH
ArtsGoggle — Oct 11
Near Southside’s Magnolia Avenue transforms into an arts corridor with 1,000+ visual artists, multiple music stages, food and drink — a free, hyper-local creative showcase. (Tanglewood Moms, Dallasites 101)
WEATHERFORD
Chili Cook-Off 2025 — Nov 8
Enjoy the Veterans Day parade in downtown Weatherford at 10 a.m., then head to Peacock’s Feed & Boutique for chili tastings, live music, vendors, a bounce house, a petting zoo and more. (experienceweatherford.com)
FORT WORTH
Arlington Heights United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2025 — Oct 4 until pumpkins are gone
Host its annual pumpkin patch in October 2025, starting the first week of October. The event runs daily throughout October and has been a family attraction where proceeds support mission and outreach programs. (https://ahumcfw.org/)
