September
Yappy Hour
City of Keller will host a social event for dog owners to mingle and sample cold beers from local breweries.
- Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 5:30 -7 p.m.
- Free admission
- K-9 Pointe Dog Park, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller
- www.cityofkeller.com/services/parks-recreation
This two-day event features SuperMotocross FanFest that gives fans an insider’s look as the teams prepare, practice and qualify for the main event. Fans can take photos, interact with sponsor displays, sample Monster Energy drinks and purchase exclusive new gear. Races will begin Saturday, Sept. 14 at 2 p.m.
- Sept. 13-14, various times
- Tickets start at $50
- Texas Motor Speedway, 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth
- www.supermotocross.com/texas-motor-speedway-2024
Worth the Trip: Fort Worth Oktoberfest
A three-day event featuring Bavarian beer, food and entertainment. This year’s lineup of German polka party bands includes Alex Meixner Band, Das Ist Lustig, Alpenmusikanten, Walburg Boys and Happy Hour Oktoberfest Band returning from Bavaria. Guests can stay cool in the air-conditioned Spaten Halle, kick back in the Karbach Biergarten, shop in the expanded artisan market or test their skills at stein hoisting and beer barrel rolling. Fort Worth Oktoberfest also hosts a midway with carnival rides and games.
- Sept. 26-28, various times
- Prices start at $10
- Trinity Park, 2401 University Drive, Fort Worth
- www.fortworthoktoberfest.com
Paper Clay Sculpture
Participants will learn about American sculptor Loise Nevelson, then create art inspired by her methods of using paper clay, which is easy to manipulate and is not gritty like traditional clay. This event is for ages 16 and older.
- Sept. 28, 2 p.m.
- Free
- Roanoke Public Library, 308 S. Walnut St.,Roanoke
- www.roanoketexas.com/166/lbrary
Worth the Trip: Boots & Bling Casino Night
North Texas SNAP, or Special Needs Assistance Partners, is hosting a fundraising event that will include dinner, dancing and casino entertainment. Funds raised will support North Texas SNAP programs and services, including the Expanded Living Program, Ambassador Club, Book Club, Girls' Night Out, Jobs and Life Skills Program, Men's Club, Project Neighbor, Social Activities and Job Support Program.
- Sept. 28, 5:30 -10:30 p.m.
- $100 per person, sponsorship levels start at $500
- Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Drive, Hurst
- ntxsnap.givingfuel.com/boots-bling-sponsors-2024
October
Keller’s Got Talent Art Show
Artwork by Keller residents and Keller ISD students that was entered in the Keller’s Got Talent Art Show will be displayed.
- Oct. 1–Nov. 20, various times
- Free (admission)
- Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller
- www.cityofkeller.com
Roanoke Fire Department Open House
The city of Roanoke Fire Department will host an open house featuring educational events such live fire demonstrations and clown shows spotlighting a fire safety message.
- Oct. 5, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
- Free
- Roanoke Fire Department, 201 Fairway Drive, Roanoke
- www.roanoketexas.com