While there is so much to see and do in Fort Worth, Texas, we had to pick a few sights to see that we recommend every newcomer should enjoy. Spend a few days getting to know the area (if you’re here in the summer, bring that water bottle and find shade!) and become a seasoned Fort Worthian in no time at all. We will continue this series with great places to eat, shop, and more! Now let’s take a look at the top ten sightseeing places in Fort Worth: Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District: This historic district is home to the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive, as well as a variety ..read more

Travelers who are lucky enough to visit Japan will tell you that it’s a vibrant place, teeming with rich culture and traditions. Its beautiful cherry blossoms and tasty food draw hordes of tourists every year. Thankfully, you don’t have to fly all the way to Asia to experience some of what Japan has to offer, as Dallas has select shops and restaurants that will help you do just that: Enjoy matcha ice cream from Mecca Matcha Image credit: Plano Magazine The matcha craze is showing no signs of stopping, and Mecca Matcha’s successful opening last year is a testament to that. The quaint d ..read more

The Dallas Mavericks are one of the newer franchises in the National Basketball Association (NBA), having been established in 1980. In their short history, however, the Mavericks have managed to win two conference titles and even an NBA championship in 2011. The people of Dallas have really taken the time to their hearts. As of the 2017-18 season, the Mavericks have sold out every single game played since December 2002. This is the longest running sell-out streak in the entirety of U.S. major league sports. If you’ve never been to watch the “Mavs” and you like the idea of experiencing the atm ..read more

Most of us have secure jobs work in static, humdrum settings with little to no visual stimulation, which is why we go to shopping centers and classy restaurants on weekends—to distract ourselves from everyday routines. Eventually, those getaways become routines, too, unless you find new places to explore. You may not have time to explore, you say, but then a date pops into your calendar—and not just that; it’s a first date with an artsy guy, and you want it to be perfect. Are you really going to limit your date plans with your usual getaways?  When it comes to dating in a city like Dallas ..read more

Texas is full of sporting greatness! It is home to some of the most successful sports teams in the country and plays host to a number of international sporting events. Many of these are held in and around Dallas. Here is a look at some great sporting days out that are available to sports fans looking for something to do in the city. The Texas Rangers The Texas Rangers are the Major League Baseball team for the state of Texas, located just a short drive from Dallas at the Globe Life Park in Arlington. The team has had limited success in its 58-year history, with no World Series titles, 7 divis ..read more

Getting out of the city to spend some quality time with Mother Nature isn’t hard to do with just a little planning. Whether you’re looking to book a weekend camping adventure, or you just want to spend a weekend exploring options for outdoor fun, here are some of your best bets to be found in a short drive to Denton County!The most popular destination has a ton of choices for camping, hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, watersports, and a variety of outdoor programs. Ray Roberts Lake State Park is a natural playground with camping, cabins, or Lone Star Lodge if you love nature but prefer a bed ..read more

Sometimes the simplest things can take you back to your childhood in an instant. A glimpse of a lunchbox like the one you carried to school, a whiff of the fragrance your first crush wore, the taste of a dish just like your mother used to make. Sometimes that’s all it takes. But sometimes you want more than just reliving memories; sometimes you really want to let your inner kid out. Adults need to play too. We often play at more sophisticated pursuits, but if you really want to act like a kid again, here are some great places in DFW to do it. Bring your imagination (and fond memories) along ..read more

I have to admit it: sometimes I eat dessert first. Occasionally, I eat it first and last, or basically just in place of a meal. That means I’ve gotten really good at sniffing out great spots for dessert. If you haven’t tried dessert at these eateries, you need to put them on your bucket list, stat.​Boba TeaKEEKS Eggrolls & WingsYou may be asking, “how can tea be dessert?”!? If you don’t count smoothies as dessert, then you might be on the fence about this one too, but milk tea is very dessert-like to begin with. When you add those little tapioca balls (Boba) that explode in your mouth with ..read more

Yoga enthusiasts in North Texas know that the city offers a variety of interesting options for them to spend their time, including yoga classes with puppies and goats. Some of these rather unique places we even listed in a previous FunCity Stuff post.  What some of you might not know, however, is that DFW is full of yoga studios, each offering something utterly unique. In this article, we will look at 7 more places where yoga lovers can get their fix.Studio SamadhiSituated in Roanoke, this studio has been noted by Expertise as one of the best in DFW. With a wide range of classes offered in dif ..read more

It was actually the installation of three painted pianos in downtown Dallas that inspired this article. I wondered how many out of the ordinary collections and displays I could find around DFW, and it turned out to be quite a few. Use our links and maps to see these offbeat art pieces and artifacts.A Quirky AssortmentIf you’ve lived in North Texas, you’ve heard of a few of these, but I also found some that may surprise you. All of these goofball (but sometimes serious) collections are must-see sights for DFW locals and visitors alike.Painted Pianos in Historic Downtown MansfieldPhoto courtesy ..read more