Free events in Fort Worth, TX

First Friday brings an evening of art, music, and food at the Modern. The museum partners with Café Modern each first Friday to feature live sets by the First Friday House Band, plus drink specials and light bites in the Grand Lobby. Executive Chef Jett Mora and the Café Modern team serve a light dining menu in the lobby, and a cash bar offers specialty drinks, beer, and wine with happy hour options. It is an opportunity to experience the Modern in the evening, and gallery admission is free for everyone on Fridays.

Karaoke takes over Emerald City for a free, no-cover night filled with lively music and a relaxed, upbeat vibe. The atmosphere centers on singing, cheering, and carefree fun from start to finish.

Gear Up 4 School is a no cost community gathering featuring school supplies, vision screenings, Kona Ice, caricature artists, and more. Be cautious of anyone attempting to sell tickets or vendor spaces, because admission is free and no ticket is required. Students need to attend in person to receive supplies and services, which are offered on a first come basis until supplies run out. Some services may wrap up before everything concludes due to time limitations. Parking options include street parking and designated cash parking available in accessible lots. Unity One Credit Union is not responsible for parking or towing issues that occur at nearby businesses.

BarbaraCares is hosting a free community mammogram pop-up at Diamond Hill Community Center, providing screenings for women 40 and older who need a mammogram. Advance appointments are necessary, and participation depends on meeting eligibility guidelines. Similar pop-ups take place around the metroplex throughout the year to help increase access to these potentially life saving screenings. For scheduling details and eligibility information, refer to the organizer’s website. Early detection can make a difference, so please share this opportunity with anyone who might benefit.

Set along the Trinity Trails riverfront in Fort Worth, this farmers market features fresh, high quality, locally grown products from more than thirty farmers, ranchers, and artisan vendors. Vendors accept cash, and most also take cards and tap-to-pay options. Attendees are encouraged to watch out for scams, as the market will never request money through social media accounts. Those interested in becoming a vendor can submit an application through the market’s vendor interest form.

RBBI Barber School hosts its annual Back to School Community Event, created to help students begin the year with confidence. Students in pre-K through 12th grade can receive free haircuts from student practitioners working alongside licensed volunteer barbers. Families can also pick up free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last, enjoy complimentary food and drinks, and visit a community pop-up market with resources and giveaways. Services are offered on a first come, first serve basis. RSVP is encouraged so organizers can plan enough staff, volunteers, supplies, backpacks, and food. Community members may support the event as donors, with contributions directed to school supplies, event setup and logistics, and food and resources for attendees, and donors receive recognition on social media. A limited number of vendor and sponsor opportunities are available, giving vendors a chance to connect with local families and share free resources or swag, while sponsors receive event and marketing recognition. Featured sponsors are included in the shirt design and receive a shirt. The focus is on serving the community, supporting families, and empowering students to enter the school year feeling prepared and confident.

Holy Smokes is a free gathering for men at Emerald City Lounge. It offers a relaxed place to decompress, share a smoke, and talk openly about faith, everyday life, and more. The setting is welcoming and pressure free, centered on camaraderie and mutual encouragement so everyone can strengthen one another. It suits anyone who wants to recharge or simply spend time with other men in a friendly, laid back atmosphere.

At The Purple Frog FW, Video Music Bingo blends classic bingo with music video fun. Numbers are replaced by hit songs as music videos play on the big screens, and players mark their cards, sing along, and see who can score a winning line first. Expect a playlist filled with nostalgic favorites, catchy guilty pleasures, and other crowd-pleasing hits. It is free to play, prizes are on the line, and all ages are welcome. Food and drinks are available from the venue to enjoy while you play, setting the stage for a night of sing-alongs and friendly competition for music lovers and casual fans alike.

Hosted by Catch Thez Handz, Barbers United, and Visionary Taxes, the 11th Annual Community Back to Skool Bash at Handley-Meadowbrook Community Center focuses on helping Fort Worth students and families get ready for a new school year with free school supplies, haircuts, loc retwists, braids, food, raffles, and more. The event is seeking vendors, including business owners, community organizations, churches, social clubs, car and bike clubs, barbers, hairstylists, and entrepreneurs. Vendors are asked to donate 25 fully stocked backpacks or make a monetary donation, and to bring their own tablecloth. Participation offers a chance to showcase a business or organization, meet hundreds of local families, build community connections, and support students and families in need. Prospective vendors can request registration details and additional information by sending a direct message.

At The Bearded Lady in Fort Worth, Music Bingo turns snippets of popular songs into a fast paced game night with themed rounds that span the decades. Hear a brief clip, identify the title, artist, or clue, mark your card to match the announced pattern, and claim a prize when you land a bingo. There is no cost to participate, and each round includes two cards for extra chances to win. Food and cold drinks are available, and the atmosphere is lively with music and friendly competition.

Enjoy audio and visual trivia alongside a wide selection of food and drinks at City Works in Fort Worth. There is no charge to participate, and prizes await the top three. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and no sign-up is needed. Arriving a bit early lets you catch Happy Hour, and each team only needs a single smartphone, tablet, or laptop to send in answers.