Free Parade Featuring Horses, Cowgirl Hall of Fame Honorees, Western Riding Groups and Community Organizations Kicks Off a Day of Celebration in the Cultural District
FORT WORTH, TEXAS (November 3, 2026) —The Cowgirl is inviting the entire community to join in a Texas-sized celebration as the Cowgirl Grand Parade takes to the streets of Fort Worth’s Cultural District on Saturday, November 7, at 11 a.m. The free, family-friendly parade celebrates the grand opening of the Museum’s spectacular 16,000-square-foot expansion and marks an exciting new chapter in its 50-year legacy.
Featuring legendary Cowgirl Hall of Fame Honorees, horses and riders, Western riding clubs, one of a kind Ford Mustangs, community organizations and the TCU Baseball Team, the parade promises a spirited celebration of the women, traditions and Western heritage that make Fort Worth special.
The parade is FREE and open to everyone, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the festivities along the route. No reserved seating is required or provided for general public viewing, and spectators are encouraged to arrive early and find their favorite spot along the following streets:
- Montgomery Street: Between Lancaster Avenue and Harley Avenue
- Harley Avenue: Between Montgomery Street and Gendy Street
- Gendy Street: Between Lancaster Avenue and Harley Avenue
The streets along the parade route will close to traffic beginning at 10:30 a.m., so visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly. Food trucks will also be available.
Public parking will be available in the Western Heritage Garage and the Yellow Lot, located on Trail Drive. Parking fees will apply as assessed by the City of Fort Worth and Trail Drive Management.
And the celebration doesn’t end when the parade passes by!
At noon, the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame will officially open its expanded Museum to the public, with FREE admission throughout the day. Visitors will be among the first to explore exciting new galleries and exhibitions, along with the spectacular new Cowgirl Carousel.
The expansion introduces dynamic new experiences that celebrate the courage, creativity and trailblazing spirit of women who shaped the West and continue to change the world.
The day’s festivities begin at 10 a.m. with an exclusive Museum Members-Only Preview, followed by the Grand Parade at 11 a.m. and the public grand opening at noon.
Whether you’re a lifelong Fort Worth resident, a Western heritage enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable family outing, the Cowgirl Grand Parade offers a wonderful opportunity to be part of history.
Come for the parade. Stay for the celebration. Be part of The Cowgirl’s next 50 years!
For parade details, parking information and more about the grand opening, visit thecowgirl.org/event/expansion-grand-opening/.
