Submitted by emily on Mon, 03/07/2022 - 11:46am

Fort Worth’s favorite family festival, Mayfest, is coming home to Trinity Park just in time to celebrate its 50th Anniversary. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mayfest is bringing back all the cherished aspects of the festival - exciting attractions, delectable food and beverage, an expanded carnival, hours of live music and entertainment and fun for the whole family. Now more than ever, we look forward to celebrating Mayfest by bringing people together along the banks of the Trinity River.

 

50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

The 50th Anniversary Celebration will begin with a Grand Opening event at the festival gate on Thursday, May 5th. Fort Worth leaders and voices of Mayfest past will recognize the efforts of individuals and organizations that have grown the festival into what it is today. The celebration culminates with a festive parade.

 

THE FUNDAMENTALS

With six unique areas of excitement and fun, Mayfest entertains patrons of all ages and interests! The thrilling carnival rides, games and inflatables appeal to those seeking fun and adventure. The Oasis is the perfect location to enjoy your favorite beverage in the Craft Beer Garden and Wine Vineyard, or lounge in the VIP Patio presented by Central Market and listen to your favorite band on the Oasis Stage. 

One of the most anticipated components of Mayfest? The delectable festival food! We have the staples including funnel cakes, turkey legs, roasted corn and pizza. We also offer distinct flavors such as gyros, fried pies, and steak-on-a-stick. For those with a sweet tooth, savor ice cream, deep-fried desserts, and shaved ice. No matter your preference, we have something to appease everyone’s appetite!

 

THE FRESH

Patrons won’t want to miss the re-energized Children’s Area located in the heart of the festival! The FREE Children’s Area will feature new, interactive activities including new crafts, a chalk house, a giant coloring tarp, and more! Children of all ages can help create a vibrant, colorful web at The Maypole, and dig for hidden treasure at the Giant Sand Pit. 

Everyone’s favorite water-skiing squirrel, Twiggy, is back at Mayfest 2022! Children and adults revel in Twiggy’s amazing water-skiing skills as he entertainments and brings laughter to all onlookers. 

Mayfest’s incredible line-up across the three live music stages is sure to appeal to fans of all genres! Headliners at this year’s festival include The Squeeze Box Bandits, Brad Thompson, Legacy 4, Poo Live Crew, Me & My Monkey and more!

 

THE FACTS

Mayfest is annually produced by Trinity Collaborative, Inc. The official hashtags for 2022 are #MayfestFW2022 and #MayfestFW50Years. Festival dates and hours for Mayfest 2022 are: 

  • Thursday, May 5: 3:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Friday, May 6: 3:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 7: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Sunday, May 8: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

For more information, visit / follow Mayfest online at

 

ABOUT MAYFEST

Mayfest is an annual four-day family festival held in Fort Worth on 33 acres in Trinity Park by the Trinity River. Attracting 200,000 patrons every year, Mayfest boasts of seven live music and performing arts stages, special attraction shows, rides, activities and a delectable offering of food and beverage. From the Children’s Area to the Midway to the Craft Beer Garden, Mayfest will entertain patrons of all ages and interests!

Mayfest is a true depiction of the dynamic Fort Worth community. People of all ages, backgrounds and interests delight in the festival’s incomparable atmosphere and evolving endeavors that engage every visitor. Mayfest celebrates this collaborative effort to bring enjoyment and amusement to the city’s exceptional park and river.

 

ABOUT TRINITY COLLABORATIVE, INC.

Trinity Collaborative, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that produces programs and events that promote Fort Worth experiences, advance community partnerships and connect citizens to the Trinity River, Fort Worth parks and each other. Over its 50-year history, Trinity Collaborative, Inc. has given more than $7,500,000 back to the community of Fort Worth.