Will Rogers Memorial Center – Bar Crawl

One thing that Fort Worth, Texas, is known for is that in the late 19th century, it was an important trading post for cowboys. This tradition somewhat carries on today, and this is part of what makes the Will Rogers Memorial Center so special. The venue features three show arenas, 2,500 horse stalls, and 2,250 cattle ties. This makes it an ideal place to host livestock shows and equestrian events of all kinds.

But livestock and equestrian shows aren’t the only things to do in Fort Worth. While you’re visiting the Will Rogers Memorial Center, you should explore the surrounding downtown area.

A few minutes down the road from the Will Rogers Memorial Center is a lively area packed with bars, pubs, and clubs to check out. So many of them are clustered together that it’s the perfect place for a bar crawl. Below is a list we’ve put together of six bars that are within minutes, if not seconds, from each other.

BAR 2909

A quick, 11-minute walk from the Will Rogers Memorial Center brings you to BAR 2909, a friendly, backyard-like gathering place that has live music and drinks in an indoor-outdoor space. The fenced-in patio area is filled with fire pits, televisions, comfortable seating, and outdoor games. Guests can strike up a friendly competition of giant Connect Four, life-sized Jenga, cornhole, and more. It’s the perfect balance between a chill, low-key experience and the perfect start to a fun night out. The patio is also pet-friendly, as long as your furry friend is kept on a leash.

Kick off your bar crawl with some refreshing drinks and classic bar food. Choose between menu items like Cheddar-bacon biscuits, or a SoCal pizza with mozzarella, basil, and avocado. BAR 2909 is a perfect way to ease into your bar crawl with its casual, relaxing environment.

America Gardens

Across the street from Bar 2909 is America Gardens, which boasts the largest outdoor patio in the area. Guests can mingle among the 10,000 square feet of space, which features enormous trees, meticulous landscaping, blooming flowers. In the daytime, America Gardens is a bright, spacious space with shady trees. At night, the patio is light up with string lights. America Gardens is a great place for groups, as there’s plenty of room to gather. The patio also features outdoor games like ping-pong, air hockey, and life-sized Jenga.

Enjoy these lawn games along with the impressive selection of food and drinks available at America Gardens. They have 25 beers on tap, a great cocktail selection, and a kitchen serving food made from scratch, the most popular dish being the Maui tacos. If you’re visiting the Will Rogers Memorial Center and want to enjoy the beautiful weather, head over to America Gardens, just a 13-minute walk away.

Hooky

Walk around the corner from America Gardens to reach Hooky, your next stop. After enjoying your time at the outdoor patio bars, it’s time to get rowdy at this modern dance bar. Hooky has a club-like atmosphere with colorful lights, live music, and lots of people dancing. In addition to classic cocktails, adventurous patrons can spin the shot wheel.

The DJs know their audience and play a mix of top hits along with country music. They bring the party even on Sundays when they have their weekly drag shows. Hooky is truly a place filled with non-stop fun, so get ready for a night you won’t forget.

Whiskey Garden

Right next door to Hooky and a 12-minute walk from the Will Rogers Memorial Center is Whiskey Garden. This bar is unlike any other in all of Fort Worth since they have something no one else has: a pool right in the middle of the bar. It’s relatively small in size and is only four feet deep, so it doesn’t take up much room. The pool has made the Whiskey Garden quite well-known in the Fort Worth area.

Another interesting thing about Whiskey Garden is its unique selection of shots. The menu is an intriguing array of creations you need to see to believe. Unique flavors include Rocky Mountain Bear Fight, Pineapple Upsidedown, Key West, and Lunchbox. Between the pool, shady areas, live music, modern decor, and inventive drinks, a visit to Whiskey Garden will make you feel like you’re on vacation.

The Local

Your next stop is The Local, located right next door to Whiskey Garden. This stop has a much different vibe, especially compared to Hooky. The Local has an industrial atmosphere with its gray stone walls covered in murals and simple metal chairs. There’s always music playing, either from a live DJ or The Local’s digital jukebox.

After listening to some music and grabbing a drink, you may want to check out The Local’s pool tables or arcade games. They truly cover all their bases when it comes to what people are looking for in a bar. There’s a chill indoor bar, an outdoor patio perfect for people watching, a few games, and sometimes even a DJ. It’s the perfect place to hang out when you’re looking for a chill place to enjoy a beer on a sunny day.

Reservoir

The last stop on your Fort Worth bar crawl is Reservoir, a two-minute walk from The Local. At Reservoir there’s a modern yet casual environment filled with televisions, lots of seating, and a large bar. Those interested in watching any pay-per-view fights should head over to Reservoir, as they have many of the popular fight packages.

Enjoy a drink along with some food. Many patrons recommend the chile con queso and Cajun shrimp tacos. So whether you’re wrapping up a bar crawl, watching a fight on the TV, or enjoying dinner on the patio, Reservoir is a good option. It’s also quite convenient, as it’s a quick, 15-minute walk from the Will Rogers Memorial Center. You don’t have to travel far to have a fantastic time out on the town in Fort Worth!