If you're looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge is the perfect destination for you. This outdoor haven preserves the area's forests, prairies, and wetlands. With over 3,261 acres and over 20 miles of hiking trails, the FWNC&R offers a chance to explore all the flora, fauna, and natural wonders the land offers. Take a deep breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the beauty of this natural oasis.
Head to the family-friendly event at the authentic Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering and Western Swing Festival, where they celebrate the men and women who work horseback to provide beefsteak for dinner tables across America. The program has been going strong for over 30 years, and they are proud to offer scholarship opportunities to deserving young people. You and your family will have a fun-filled weekend with exciting ranch rodeo competitions, cowboy music and poetry, chuckwagon camps, and western swing music.
Get your motor running at Texas Motor Speedway and witness some of NASCAR's most grueling and exciting races live. This famous racetrack measures 1.5 miles and hosts two NASCAR Sprint Cup races, the Samsung 500 and the Dickies 500, and other yearly races. Even when the NASCAR season is over, there are still plenty of thrilling events, including Monster Truck and motocross competitions. So run your motor and head to Texas Motor Speedway for unforgettable racing action.