Fort Worth Finds: Coffee, Tacos & Weekend Fun!

Howdy, Fort Worth! Summer might be winding down, but the fun is just heating up. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect coffee shop or looking to spice things up at a taco and margarita festival, we’ve got the scoop on where to be this weekend.

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— Ryan Almusawi & Nancy Cossio

WEATHER

Friday, 8/21: ☀️ 102º / 80º — 💧0%
Saturday, 8/22: ☀️ 100º / 78º — 💧0%
Sunday, 8/23: ☀️ 100º / 77º — 💧0%

Sip and Stay: Discover Buon Giorno

When you see a 21-story tower in downtown Fort Worth, you might expect a bank inside—and you’d be right, if it were still the First National Bank. But today, it’s home to a mix of businesses, including Buon Giorno, a cozy coffee shop where Italian espresso brings people together.

As you walk in, a colorful “wake up and smell the coffee” sign (along with other cute, coffee-themed art) welcomes you. The baristas are skilled and patient, ensuring your drink is perfectly balanced — our current favorite is the dark chocolate mocha. Their house-made pastries, like the vegan savory roll with its nutty, flaky goodness, are irresistible and hand-delivered, making you feel like more than just another order.

Even if you’re not a coffee expert, you’ll notice the care in each cup, echoing the nostalgia of old European coffee shops where locals gather. The vanilla yellow walls, dim lights, and ambient music (ranging from classical to Fleetwood Mac) invite you to linger. It’s a great spot to work or study, though the limited plugs might have you waiting for a table.

TLDR: Stop by Buon Giorno, and you’ll be a regular before you know it!

THINGS TO DO

TODAY

Friday Night Highlights Tour and Happy Hour at the Kimbell Art Museum. Aug. 23, 6 PM to 8 PM. Attend a free guided tour focused on the European collection, which includes works by: Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Monet, Matisse, and more.

Rooftop Cinema Club showing La La Land and Friday in Downtown Fort Worth at 8 and 11 PM, respectively.

Josh Adam Meyers: Comedy Show Live in Fort Worth. Aug. 23–24 for $20–$30 a ticket.

Live Play at Circle Theater: Imposter! Hypocrite! Tartuffe. Wit, cunning, and hypocrisy are on full display in this punk-rock remake of Moliere’s classic farce. Aug. 23–24, varying times. Tickets start at $27.

SQUARE ENIX at Bass Hall.  Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Orchestra World Tour ⚔ an electrifying new concert based entirely on the groundbreaking game. Aug. 23–24, 7:30 PM for $38.50–$88 per ticket.

Ahmed Ahmed at Hyena’s Comedy Club for $20–$25. Aug. 23–24, varying times. Enjoy Ahmed’s unique blend of observational humor, satire, and storytelling, infused with his experiences as a Muslim-American comedian.

THIS WEEKEND

Couples Cook: Happy for Hatch at Central Market. Aug. 24, 5:30 - 8pm. Make a date with your partner to celebrate the 2022 Hatch harvest by learning to make a delightful menu, including: spicy clams; a smoky, marinated, grilled beef, a Hatch casserole, and more.

Rooftop Cinema Club in Downtown Fort Worth, showing 10 Things I Hate About You on Aug. 24, 7:30 PM. The Fall Guy on Aug. 24, 10 PM. Jurassic Park on Aug. 25, 7:30 PM. Scream (1996) on Aug. 25, 10:30 PM. $19–$30 per person.

Fort Worth Taco & Margarita Fest 2024 at Simmons Bank Pavilion. Aug. 24, 11 AM–5 PM. Enjoy tacos, margaritas, live pro. wrestling, shopping with local vendors, and activities for kids for $12–$79 per adult (kids 5 and under are free).

Meals on Wheels’ 2024 Sundown Stampede. Saddle up for a night of charity, music, dancing, cowboy hats, heartwarming stories, live and silent auctions, and a concert by Drake Milligan. Aug 24, 6–11 PM. Tickets to the giving event start at $350.

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show at Hilton Garden Inn Alliance for $64. Tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner.

Jigsaw Dating® : Fort Worth AUGUST Singles Happy Hour (Ages 25–45+) at Texas Republic for $29. Mixer-style mingling with local singles, where everyone is looking for the same thing. Aug. 24, 6–8 PM.

WEEKLY EVENTS

EVERY FRIDAY

Four Day Weekend Comedy Show at Stage West Theater every Friday and Saturday for $33 a person. See the award-winning comedy show built around audience suggestions and participation.

Acre Distilling Tour & Tastings for $20 a person. Every Friday–Sunday. Enjoy seven handcrafted spirits, while you learn about the distilling process and historic neighborhood, Hell’s Half Acre.

EVERY WEEKEND

Toro Toro’s Bottomless Brunch. Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM–2 PM for $49 per person.

Saturday Live Music at Branch at Branch & Bird. Every Saturday, 6–9 PM. Enjoy dinner and cocktails with live music from local artists.

Flashback Saturdays at Studio 80, D-FW’s only 80’s night club. Every Saturday, 8 PM–2 AM.

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