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Best of Fort Worth 2021 voting is officially open! Once again, we ask you to share your love for Panther Island Pavilion and vote for us as Best Live Music which can be found under the category, Nightlife & Entertainment. Click on the button below to vote! Voting is unlimited.

Many started off their Thanksgiving Day holiday with a run and attended the COX Running Club Thanksgiving Day Run at Panther Island Pavilion on November 26, 2020.

Runners enjoyed the great weather that morning! They had the option to enter into the 5K, 10K, or half-marathon. The Thanksgiving Day Run was able to celebrate the holiday in style at Panther Island Pavilion for another successful event. Can’t wait until next year.

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RunProject presents Pumpkin Spice 5K, 10K & Half Marathon 2020. The event will feature beautiful and scenic routes along the Trinity River. The longer routes will enjoy running by the Fort Worth Zoo, Forest Park, and TCU area. Once done, guests can enjoy the indoor after party in “The Shack.” There will be ice cold beer, hot coffee & hot chocolate provided by locally owned and operated Avoca Coffee, lots of pumpkin treats, sponsors, music and more.

The event also features the Famous Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest. The winner will receive the coveted Pie eating contest trophy and bragging rights.

The Panther Island Pavilion Beach is open through Labor Day weekend with daily river and beach activities.  A daily schedule will be posted every Monday with a listing of the activities that week. Backwoods Paddlesports is open through November (weather permitting).

Tuesday – Friday (August 4th – August 7th):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and concessions (background music, soft drinks, snacks, and ice cream) will be offered. In accordance with the recent guidance from the Governor, tube rentals are not allowed at this time.  Loaner tubes and life vests are available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. No lifeguard on duty. Credit/Debit Cards only. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

Saturday & Sunday (August 8th – August 9th):

• Pavilion Island Pavilion Beach Venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Daily activities will include a local food truck, beer concessions and a live acoustic music act starting at 2:00 pm. Pedal boat rentals, loaner tubes and life vests will be available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. Credit/Debit cards only. On weekends, outside alcohol and food are NOT ALLOWED within the venue. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodPaddlesports.com
• Blue Morpho Yoga Class – Sunday, August 9th, 11:00 am
• Saving Hope Dog Adoptions, Sunday, August 9th, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm (approximately)

Monday (August 10th):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue rentals and concessions (including background music) are closed on Mondays, but the beach is open to the public. No lifeguards on duty. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

For Additional Details:

• Backwoods Paddlesports
• Sunday Funday
• Daily Water Conditions at Panther Island Beach

Loaner life jackets are generously provided by Bass Pro Shop and Cabela’s.

With your health and safety our primary concern, we will be adhering to the State of Texas executive orders regarding beaches, parks, bodies of water, and water parks and will work to provide the best possible experience for all.  In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, we will be operating at limited capacity (25% parking and attendees). Some, but not all, safety precautions include masks required for service and when in common areas (may be removed at picnic table, within white square on lawn or on water); hand sanitizing stations throughout the Panther Island Pavilion beach area; cleaning and sanitizing recreational water equipment after use; disinfecting hard surfaces such as porta-potties, picnic tables, and chairs; social distancing observed in seating and food and beverage lines; posters reminding everyone to follow social distancing; contactless payment options and all event staff wearing PPE if within 6 feet of customers. Protocols are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the State of Texas as it relates to COVID-19. For the full list of protocols, Panther Island Pavilion 2020 Health and Safety Policy. 

2020 Oktoberfest Fort Worth Festival Canceled 

Authentic German festival returns to The Shack at Panther Island Pavilion, September 23-25, 2021.

FORT WORTH, TX— Recently recognized by Fort Worth Magazine as the 2020 Reader’s Choice for “Best Festival”, Oktoberfest Fort Worth, has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 festival due to the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions on large-scale gatherings, and concerns for the health and well-being of all involved.

“The health and safety of not only festival patrons but also staff, vendors, musicians, and volunteers was our top priority in making this difficult decision,” said Shanna Cate, Tarrant Regional Water District Director of Programming. “Oktoberfest Fort Worth has quickly become a staple event for Fort Worth and we look forward to bringing back this authentic German festival in 2021.”

The festival will be back with plenty of bier, brats, live music, shopping and dancing September 23-25, 2021. Danke to the sponsors, vendors, musicians and volunteers who contribute to the festival each and every year, the festival could not take place without them.

For more information on Oktoberfest Fort Worth visit www.oktoberfestfw.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for any updates.

Oktoberfest Fort Worth is presented by Spaten.

The Panther Island Pavilion Beach is open through Labor Day weekend with daily river and beach activities.  A daily schedule will be posted every Monday with a listing of the activities that week. Backwoods Paddlesports is open through November (weather permitting).

Tuesday – Friday (July 28th – July 31st):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and concessions (background music, soft drinks, snacks, and ice cream) will be offered. In accordance with the recent guidance from the Governor, tube rentals are not allowed at this time.  Loaner tubes and life vests are available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. No lifeguard on duty. Credit/Debit Cards only. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

Saturday & Sunday (August 1st – August 2nd):

• Pavilion Island Pavilion Beach Venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Daily activities will be expanded to include a local food truck, beer concessions and a live acoustic music act starting at 2:00 pm. Pedal boat rentals, loaner tubes and life vests will be available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. Credit/Debit cards only. On weekends, outside alcohol and food are NOT ALLOWED within the venue. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodPaddlesports.com
• Blue Morpho Yoga Class – Sunday, August 2nd, 11:00 am

Monday (August 3rd):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue rentals and concessions (including background music) are closed on Mondays, but the beach is open to the public. No lifeguards on duty. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

For Additional Details:

• Backwoods Paddlesports
• Sunday Funday
• Daily Water Conditions at Panther Island Beach

Loaner life jackets are generously provided by Bass Pro Shop and Cabela’s.

With your health and safety our primary concern, we will be adhering to the State of Texas executive orders regarding beaches, parks, bodies of water, and water parks and will work to provide the best possible experience for all.  In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, we will be operating at limited capacity (25% parking and attendees). Some, but not all, safety precautions include masks required for service and when in common areas (may be removed at picnic table, within white square on lawn or on water); hand sanitizing stations throughout the Panther Island Pavilion beach area; cleaning and sanitizing recreational water equipment after use; disinfecting hard surfaces such as porta-potties, picnic tables, and chairs; social distancing observed in seating and food and beverage lines; posters reminding everyone to follow social distancing; contactless payment options and all event staff wearing PPE if within 6 feet of customers. Protocols are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the State of Texas as it relates to COVID-19. For the full list of protocols, Panther Island Pavilion 2020 Health and Safety Policy. 

TUESDAY – FRIDAY, JULY 21 – JULY 24:

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and concessions (background music, soft drinks, snacks, and ice cream) will be offered. In accordance with the recent guidance from the Governor, tube rentals are not allowed at this time.  Loaner tubes and life vests are available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. No lifeguard on duty. Credit/Debit Cards only. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JULY 25 -26

• Pavilion Island Pavilion Beach Venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Daily activities will be expanded to include a local food truck, beer concessions and a live acoustic music act starting at 2:00 pm. Pedal boat rentals, loaner tubes and life vests will be available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft, space out and enjoy the river within the roped swim area. Credit/Debit cards only. On weekends, outside alcohol and food are NOT ALLOWED within the venue. Free parking and beach admission.
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com
• Blue Morpha Yoga Class – Sunday, July 26, 11:00 am

MONDAY, JULY 27:

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue rentals and concessions (including background music) are closed on Mondays, but the beach is open to the public. No lifeguards on duty. BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com

FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• Daily Panther Island Pavilion Beach & River Activities – https://pantherislandpavilion.com/summer-beach-schedule/
• Backwoods Paddlesports – http://www.backwoodspaddlesports.com/
• Sunday Funday – www.sundayfundayfw.com
• Daily water conditions at Panther Island Beach – https://pantherislandpavilion.com/flag-condition/

With your health and safety our primary concern, we will be adhering to the State of Texas executive orders regarding beaches, parks, bodies of water, and water parks and will work to provide the best possible experience for all.  In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, we will be operating at limited capacity. Some, but not all, safety precautions include masks required for service and when in common areas (may be removed at picnic table, within white square on lawn or on water); hand sanitizing stations throughout the Panther Island Pavilion beach area; cleaning and sanitizing recreational water equipment after use; disinfecting hard surfaces such as porta-potties, picnic tables, and chairs; social distancing observed in seating and food and beverage lines; posters reminding everyone to follow social distancing; contactless payment options and all event staff wearing PPE if within 6 feet of customers. Protocols are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the State of Texas as it relates to COVID-19. For the full list of protocols, Panther Island Pavilion 2020 Health and Safety Policy. 

Tuesday – Friday (July 14th – July 17th):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and concessions (background music, soft drinks, snacks, and ice cream) will be offered. In accordance with the recent guidance from the Governor, tube rentals are not allowed at this time.  Loaner tubes and life vests are available with ID. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft and enjoy the river within the roped perimeter. No lifeguard on duty.  Credit/Debit Cards only.  BYOB and BYOP (picnic) Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

Saturday (July 18th):

• Music fans, regretfully we want to let you know that Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price has shut down the Rockin’ the River music format scheduled for tomorrow, July 18 at the Panther Island Pavilion Beach despite exceeding all health and safety protocols laid out by the governor.  We are doing our best to return with a similar socially-distanced music experience this summer. Please wear your mask and let’s all do our part to get back together soon!
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodPaddlesports.com

Sunday (July 19th):

• Pavilion Island Pavilion Beach Venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm with a live acoustic music experience.  Concessions will be expanded to include local food vendor  Bobby’s Fajitas and Kona Ice Sno Cones as well as beer and wine options. Live music will begin at 2:00 pm. Pedal boat rentals and loaner tubes and life vests will be available. Feel free to bring your own tube or raft to enjoy the river within the roped off swimming area. Lifeguards will be on duty. Credit/Debit cards only. On weekends, outside alcohol and food are NOT ALLOWED within the venue.
• Blue Morpha Yoga at 11am
• More information can be found at www.sundayfundayfw.com
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com

Monday (July 20th):

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue rentals and concessions (including background music) are closed on Mondays, but the beach is open to the public. No lifeguards on duty.  BYOB and BYOP (picnic). Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. BackwoodsPaddlesports.com

For Additional Details:

• Backwoods Paddlesports
• Sunday Funday
• Rockin’ the River
• Daily Water Conditions at Panther Island Beach

With your health and safety our primary concern, we will be adhering to the State of Texas executive orders regarding beaches, parks, bodies of water, and water parks and will work to provide the best possible experience for all.  In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, we will be operating at limited capacity. Some, but not all, safety precautions include hand sanitizing stations throughout the Panther Island Pavilion beach area; cleaning and sanitizing recreational water equipment after use; disinfecting hard surfaces such as porta-potties, picnic tables, and chairs; social distancing observed in seating and food and beverage lines; posters reminding everyone to follow social distancing; contactless payment options and all bartenders and event staff wearing PPE if in close contact with customers. Protocols are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the State of Texas as it relates to COVID-19. For the full list of protocols, read the Panther Island Pavilion 2020 Health and Safety Policy.

TUESDAY – FRIDAY, JULY 7 – JULY 10:

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue will be open at 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and concessions (background music, soft drinks, snacks, and ice cream) will be offered. However, in accordance with the recent guidance from the Governor, tube rentals are not allowed at this time.  Loaner life vests are available. The venue has a public beach, so feel free to bring your own tube or raft and enjoy the river within the roped perimeter. No lifeguard on duty.  Credit/Debit Cards only.  BYOB and BYOP (picnic) Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JULY 11 -12

• Pavilion Island Pavilion Beach Venue will be open 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm with a live acoustic music experience. Concessions will be expanded to include local food vendors and beer and wine options.  Live music will begin at 2:00 pm.  Pedal boat rentals and loaner life vests will be available. Feel free to bring your own tube or raft to enjoy the river within the roped perimeter. Lifeguards will be on duty. Credit/Debit cards only.  On weekends, outside alcohol and food are NOT ALLOWED within the venue.
• Backwoods will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals. 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com
• Blue Morpha Yoga Class – Sunday, July 12, 11:00 am

MONDAY, JULY 13:

• Panther Island Pavilion Beach venue rentals and concessions (including background music) are closed on Mondays, but the beach is open to the public. No lifeguards on duty.  BYOB and BYOP (picnic)  Outside coolers and food are allowed on weekdays.
• Backwoods Paddlesports will be offering kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. www.backwoodspaddlesports.com

FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• Daily Panther Island Pavilion Beach & River Activities – https://pantherislandpavilion.com/summer-beach-schedule/
• Backwoods Paddlesports – http://www.backwoodspaddlesports.com/
• Sunday Funday – www.sundayfundayfw.com
• Daily water conditions at Panther Island Beach – https://pantherislandpavilion.com/flag-condition/

With your health and safety our primary concern, we will be adhering to the State of Texas executive orders regarding beaches, parks, bodies of water, and water parks and will work to provide the best possible experience for all.  In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, we will be operating at limited capacity. Some, but not all, safety precautions include hand sanitizing stations throughout the Panther Island Pavilion beach area; cleaning and sanitizing recreational water equipment after use; disinfecting hard surfaces such as porta-potties, picnic tables, and chairs; social distancing observed in seating and food and beverage lines; posters reminding everyone to follow social distancing; contactless payment options and all bartenders and event staff wearing PPE if in close contact with customers. Protocols are subject to change based on evolving guidance from the State of Texas as it relates to COVID-19. For the full list of protocols, Panther Island Pavilion 2020 Health and Safety Policy.