Omni Fort Worth Hotel
1300 Houston Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Fort Worth Activities

Fort Worth

Experiences are the most valuable currency

There's so much to see and do in the city of Cowboys and Culture, and Omni Fort Worth Hotel is the perfect location to be in the heart of it all. Check out all of the upcoming events, festivals, concerts and more in the city that was recently named #4 Best U.S. Destinations by Money Magazine.

Dining Events

At Omni Fort Worth Hotel, you can enjoy a variety of dining options for any occasion, from quick meals to elegant dinners, all while planning your day at nearby attractions.

Roasted turkey and all the trimmings.

Thanksgiving Brunch

Thursday, November 28
10:45 AM - 3:30 PM | Seating Available Every Thirty Minutes

You’re invited to join us for a delicious culinary experience featuring locally sourced ingredients hand chosen by our chefs. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a festive meal with your Thanksgiving favorites.

$80 Adults, $46 children 6–12 (plus tax)
Complimentary for Children 5 & Under

Early Bird Special: Reserve your seat by October 31st and receive two holiday cocktails with your meal for just $10 more!

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Whiskey glass

Omni Signature Experience - Cowtown Whiskey Class

Jan 22 | 4 PM - 5 PM

Fort Worth is whiskey country. Enjoy a whiskey flight at Whiskey & Rye, the Omni Fort Worth Hotel's cocktail bar. A veteran bartender will teach you to make a classic Old Fashioned with your favorite barrel selection, while you learn about local distilleries and snack on cowboy treats.

Whiskey glass

Omni Signature Experience - Cowtown Whiskey Class

Fort Worth is whiskey country. Sample the best local barrels with a whiskey flight at Whiskey & Rye, the cocktail bar at Omni Fort Worth Hotel. One of our veteran bartenders will then teach you how to make a classic Old Fashioned using your favorite from the barrel. Learn about local distilleries and enjoy some cowboy snacks while you measure and mix.

Experience includes:

  • Cocktail-making class focused on the classic Old Fashioned
  • Fort Worth whiskey flight
  • Cowboy snacks and light bites

Available dates: Jan 22 | 4 PM - 5 PM

For pricing and to book this exclusive experience, please click here.

Must be a registered hotel guest to book this experience. Available for 2–8 participants. Attendees must be age 21+. Booking will close two days prior to class date. Event subject to availability.

Cowboy hats

Omni Signature Experience - Custom Cowboy Hat Design Workshop

Jan 17, Feb 21, March 21, April 18, and May 23, 2025 | 6 PM - 7 PM

Bring home a bit of Fort Worth’s western flair when you customize your own cowboy hat from our Cowboy Culture Store. Choose a hat color and style, then add fabric bands, cording, pins, feathers and more with guidance from our experience manager.

Marathon runner

Cowtown Marathon

February 21 - 23

The annual Cowtown Marathon is happening February 21-23rd. The race kicks off at Will Rogers Memorial Center, the home to the annual Stock Show and Rodeo, in the heart of Fort Worth's Cultural District and continues by other iconic Fort Worth landmarks, including the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. Stay with us and enjoy luxurious accommodations, ideal location and five dining options. After the race, head into Whiskey & Rye and show us your medal to receive a much deserved beer on us!

Christmas cocktail

Omni Signature Experience - Whiskey Wonderland & Cocktail Class

*2025 dates to be announced soon

Whiskey is even sweeter at the holidays. Sample the best local barrels with a whiskey flight at Whiskey & Rye, Omni Fort Worth Hotel’s cocktail bar. Then learn how to make a warming seasonal cocktail like a Whiskey White Russian or Whiskey Espresso Martini in a class led by a veteran bartender. Snack on sweet holiday treats while you fill—and empty—your glass. 

Experience includes:

  • Flight of local whiskeys at onsite cocktail bar Whiskey & Rye

  • Learn to make whiskey-based holiday cocktails in a class led by a veteran bartender

  • Holiday snacks and treats

Available dates: November 15 and December 13, 2024 at 4 PM

For pricing and to book this exclusive experience, please click here.

Subject to availability. Participants must be age 21+. Available for two to eight participants.

Cowboy hats

Omni Signature Experience - Custom Cowboy Hat Design Workshop

Leave Omni Fort Worth Hotel looking like a local. First, choose your cowboy hat style and color from options in our Cowboy Culture Store. Then customize your hat with pins, fabric bands, cording, feathers, branding and more. Fort Worth is “Where the West Begins,” and this hat will leave you ready to embrace the spirit of the frontier.

Experience includes:

  • Design-your-own cowboy hat workshop
  • One authentic cowboy hat customized to your specifications
  • Cocktail or beverage to sip while you style

Available dates: March 21, April 18, and May 23, 2025 | 6 PM - 7 PM

For pricing and to book this exclusive experience, please click here.

Must be a registered hotel guest to book this experience. Available for 1–8 participants. Attendees must be age 6+. This experience requires a minimum 2-day advance booking. Event subject to availability.

Fireworks

Fourth of July

July 4
11 AM - 7 PM 
Exclusive to Overnight Guests

Join us poolside on Independence Day where we will have vendors and activities throughout the day. Enjoy some delicious barbeque from 11 AM – 7 PM, tastings with DeLola Spritz, Codigo Tequila and TX Whiskey as well as a kids’ painting activity and live music! Come celebrate the Fourth of July with us!

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Cowtown Unplugged

September 1
Exclusive to Overnight Guests; 21 years of age and older; Tickets are required via purchase of an official Cowtown Unplugged Overnight Package.

Join us for a can’t-miss live music event on September 1 featuring Sunny Sweeney and Wonder Women of Country. Your ticket to this songwriter’s showcase is a stay at Omni Fort Worth Hotel. This event is not open to the public; you must be a guest of the hotel to attend. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to stay in luxurious accommodations, experience unrivaled singer songwriting talent and enjoy cocktails and bites that make for an unforgettable night.

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Brunch table spread

Easter Brunch

Sunday, March 31 | 10:45 AM - 2 PM
Fort Worth Ballroom | Reservations Required
$78 Adults, $42 children 6–12 (plus tax), Complimentary For Children 5 & Under

Join us on Easter Sunday for a delicious culinary experience featuring locally sourced ingredients hand chosen by our chefs. Hop on over and enjoy a petting zoo, egg hunt, and more family-friendly festivities!

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Wine and charcuterie board

Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival

April 3-6

The Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival is North Texas’ most celebrated cuisine and beverage festival, taking place over four days and nights in venues around our thriving culinary community. The festival’s growing roster of talented chefs and food artisans, as well as craft brewers and distinctive vintners, bring a range of tastes, styles and methods that reflect the diversity of the city itself. Cast Iron will be serving up delicious sliders at the Burgers, Brews & Blues event and Bob's Steak & Chop house will be featured at the Main Event!

Painting

Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival

April 10 - 13

Celebrate one of the top downtowns in the country along a magnificent mile of art, music and food.

Empty Bowls

April 25

At this unique gathering of artists and chefs, you’ll have the chance to sample dishes from dozens of local restaurants and receive a hand-crafted bowl to represent the empty bowls we are filling together. Our restaurants Cast Iron and Bob’s Steak & Chop House will be in attendance serving up something delicious!

Family in Field

Mayfest

May 2 - May 5

Join us at Mayfest, an annual four-day family festival held on 33 picturesque acres in Trinity Park. Enjoy live music, the student art contest, the art & gift market, delicious festival foodie favorites, and much more.

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Mother's Day

Mother's Day Brunch

May 12 | 10:45 AM - 3 PM
Ballroom Level - 2nd Floor
Open to the public with reservation

Join us for a special Mother's Day Brunch where we'll celebrate the wonderful mothers in our lives with culinary delights and cherished memories. Reservation required.

Adult: $78
Child age 6 - 12: $44
Child 5 and under - complimentary

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Family with sparklers

Parade of Lights

Nov. 24 | 6 PM
Downtown Fort Worth

Save your seat ahead of time for the GM Financial Parade of Lights. Experience professionally designed floats, marching bands, antique cars, and more at the parade, all within walking distance from the hotel. View our Parade of Lights offer. 

Christmas tree lights.

Holiday Tree Lighting

November 30 | 6 PM
Lobby | Event is Complimentary

Join us in the lobby on November 30th at 6 PM as we kick off the holiday season with our iconic digital tree lighting at Omni Fort Worth Hotel. Enjoy hot chocolate and treats as we celebrate the season.

Champagne toast with sparklers.

New Year's Celebration

December 31

Ring in the New Year in style! Join us for a dazzling night featuring live music in the lobby with a champagne welcome, a delicious dinner experience at both Cast Iron and Bob's Steak & Chop House, and a nightcap in Whiskey & Rye with the Barcus Brothers!

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Holiday table place setting.

Christmas Brunch

Wednesday, December 25
Seating available every forty-five minutes from 10:45 AM to 3:30 PM
2nd floor of the Hotel, not at Cast Iron Restaurant

You are cordially invited to join us for a delicious Christmas Brunch featuring locally sourced ingredients hand chosen by our chefs.

$80 Adults, $46 Children 6–12 (Plus Tax & 26% Service Charge) Complimentary for children 5 & Under

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Gingerbread House

Cowtown Gingerbread House Display

Stop by our impressive Cowtown Gingerbread House display in the lobby this holiday season. Our talented pastry chef constructed the masterpiece for all to enjoy! Feel free to share your holiday experiences at the hotel on social media by tagging @omnifortworth and #AtTheOmni.

Ticket to wonder and chocolate bar.

Hidden Golden Ticket

December 1 - 20

Find a golden ticket hidden throughout our hotel from December 1st through December 20th and a sweet surprise may be in store.

Chocolate milk and cookies

Holiday Delights for Kids

Traveling with children and want to make their experience a little more magical? After selecting your room while booking, choose our milk and cookies add-on and have chocolate chip cookies and milk with a Christmas Activity Book delivered to your room upon arrival. In Cast Iron, we are featuring our hot chocolate menu during the holiday season along with fun coloring sheets for the kids. Have your kids been naughty or nice this year? Ask them to write a letter to Santa Claus and drop it in the festive mailbox located in the lobby to make their wishes come true. Feel free to share your holiday experiences at the hotel on social media by tagging @omnifortworth and #AtTheOmni.

menorah

In Room Menorah

To help illuminate your Hanukkah celebration, menorahs are available for use during your stay upon request at the front desk. Kindly leave the menorah in your room prior to checkout. Thank you for sharing the glow of the season.

Rodeo

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

January 17 - February 8

Experiencing the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is a must here in the City of Cowboys and Culture. The Dickies Arena is packed with nightly rodeos, four acres of shopping, delicious food, livestock shows, carnival rides and so much more.

Sundance Square

Sundance Square

Sundance Square is a pedestrian-friendly downtown district within walking distance of the hotel. This entertainment hub is packed with clothing stores, Western-wear shops, steakhouses, sports bars, small theaters events and concerts. Check out their Events calendar for upcoming live music concerts, parades and more.

Fort Worth Botanic Gardens

Fort Worth Botanic Gardens

Unplug and take a stroll through the beautiful 120-acre Fort Worth Botanic Garden campus. Experience the Botanic Garden's Lightscape during the holiday season. This extraordinary show features custom-designed light installations set against the serene backdrop of nature, creating a festive atmosphere that will enchant guests of all ages.

Exterior of Dickie's Arena

Dickies Arena

Dickies Arena, only a 5-minute drive from the hotel, is your go-to Fort Worth venue for events of all kinds, including concerts, sporting events, family shows, community events and of course, The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo each year. Check out other upcoming events and book a stay with us to experience the ultimate Fort Worth getaway.

Graduation

TCU

Celebrating a college graduation or in town to cheer on the Horned Frogs? TCU is only four miles away from our ideally located downtown Fort Worth Hotel.

Texas Rangers

Cheer on the Texas Rangers by catching a game at Globe Life Park.

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AT&T Stadium

AT&T Stadium

Whether you're catching a professional or collegiate sporting event, concert or special event, we are the perfect home base. Located less than 15 miles from the stadium, we are the closest Omni hotel to all the action.

Arts Goggle

ArtsGoggle

Fort Worth's premier festival of local arts is back on October 19th. This free-to-the-public, family-friendly event annually hosts more than 1,000 visual artists, 50 musical performances, artistic displays of every kind, food, drink, and fun for everyone.

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Whiskey & Rye Live Music

Tuesday, Friday and Saturdays | 6 PM

You can enjoy live music every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights in Whiskey & Rye restaurant located in our lobby starting at 6 PM. Don’t miss out on our “Texas Tuesdays” where a visiting local liquor or beer vendor will be there offering a tasting or drink special. Cheers!

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Cattle Drive in Fort Worth Stock Yards

Fort Worth Stockyards

Visit the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, home to the traditional cattle drive, stockyards museum and more. Make the #1 local and visitors destination in North Texas your home for the holidays at the Rodeo Ice Rink! Rink is open daily, rain or shine and you must be 4 years or older.

Concerts in the Garden

The Fort Worth summer staple is back! The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra has announced the hot summer lineup that will perform over three weekends at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens. Make a staycation out of it and book our package that includes an overnight stay in our refresh guest rooms, tickets to a concert and the option to add on a chef-prepared picnic basket to take with you!

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Billy Bob's Sign

Billy Bob’s

Embrace your inner Texan and head down to Billy Bob’s Texas to experience live music, live bull riding and an authentic Texas experience.

The Clearfork Farmers Market

The Clearfork Farmers Market

The Clearfork Farmers Market proudly features over 25+ local farmer, rancher and artisan vendors every Saturday morning. Sip a coffee while you stroll the Clearfork Farmers Market at the Trailhead at Clearfork every Saturday. Don’t forget to snap a selfie in front of the pumpkin wall that’s now on display.

Kimbell Art Museum

The Kimbell Art Museum, located in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, is internationally renowned for both its collections and for its architecture. The Kimbell's collections range in period from antiquity to the 20th century and include European masterpieces by Fra Angelico, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, Poussin, Monet, Picasso and Matisse. The museum hosts several traveling exhibitions a year that draw people from around the country. Visit their website to learn about their latest exhibit.

Home for the Holidays

At Bass Performance Hall, catch a glimpse of jolly old St. Nick with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra as your hometown band delivers another magnificent installment of every family's favorite holiday tradition, complete with magical snowfall and Christmas carols!

November 25, 26 & 27

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Fort Worth Bass Performance Hall

Bass Hall

Experience Fort Worth’s premier venue to watch national touring artists and Broadway shows, as well as the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, and the Cliburn.

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Fort Worth Zoo

Fort Worth Zoo provides a fun day for the whole family with several indoor and outdoor exhibits including Penguins, Asian Falls, Raptor Canyon, Cheetahs, the Australian Outback/Great Barrier Reef, Texas Wild! and many more. Make sure the visit the newly opened Predators of Asia & Africa!

Panther City Lacrosse Club

As the Official Hotel Partner of the Panther City Lacrosse Club, we are excited to cheer on the club in their inaugural season. Catch a game this year at Dickies Arena and support Fort Worth’s first professional lacrosse team! Plus, we are offering a special fan rate (10% savings) if you stay with us on game nights, based on availability.