Fort Worth Youth International Dance
2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | World Languages Institute, 4921 Benbrook Blvd., Fort Worth, 76116, United States
Join Fort Worth Youth International (FYI) to celebrate our guests from Nîmes, France!
Open to current 8th – 12th grade students.
Pre-paid tickets are $5 each. Tickets purchased at the door will be $10 each.

¡Viva la Conexión: Fort Worth - Toluca!
2026-02-22 - 2026-02-28 | TX
Discover the vibrant economic landscape and rich cultural heritage of Mexico through this exclusive sister city exchange program. Join Fort Worth Sister Cities International and the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as we forge meaningful business connections and explore exciting opportunities in our sister city of Toluca and Mexico’s dynamic capital.

Begin with an official welcome meeting with Mayor Moreno and key city officials in Toluca. Collaborate directly with Toluca Economic Development and the International Chamber of Commerce to explore partnership opportunities. Connect with influential business leaders through structured networking sessions, and experience the world-renowned Cosmovitral botanical garden and stained glass masterpiece that makes Toluca a cultural destination.

Professional tours of Mexico’s vibrant capital city provide deep cultural immersion. Visit Casa Azul, the iconic former home and museum of Frida Kahlo, and explore Mexico City’s rich history, art, and traditions through guided experiences.

Register today!

$1000 deposit due Nov. 14

Tentative itinerary.

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Sakura Circuit: Journey to Japan
2026-04-11 - 2026-04-21 | TX
Experience the best of Japan on this immersive 11-day tour featuring cherry blossom season, cultural traditions, and iconic landmarks.

Begin in Nagaoka as official Fort Worth ambassadors, celebrating our sister city partnership while enjoying “hanami,” or cherry blossom, season at Yukyuzan Park and touring the renowned Nagaoka Fireworks Factory. Journey to historic Kyoto to explore UNESCO World Heritage sites including Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the golden Kinkaku-ji, participate in a traditional tea ceremony and Zen meditation session, and wander through the atmospheric geisha district of Gion.

Conclude in vibrant Tokyo with visits to the Samurai Ninja Museum, the ancient Asakusa Kannon Temple, and upscale Ginza district. Experience authentic Japanese culture through hands-on activities including a sushi-making class, tea ceremony, and Zazen meditation, while traveling seamlessly between cities on Japan’s efficient bullet train. The tour includes select meals and a farewell dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay.

$1,000 deposit due Dec. 15
Register.

tentative itinerary.

Global Gallery Night
2026-04-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
What does Francisco de Goya mean to a Spanish-language student? How does a French-language student see a painting by Claude Monet? In conjunction with the Kimbell Art Museum and Fort Worth ISD, experience this special event connecting language, art, and culture featuring presentations from high school students about artworks related to their world language studies.

Global Gallery Night affords high school students in the city of Fort Worth the opportunity to foster and enhance global competence by having an opportunity to practice research skills, build confidence in public speaking. Students deepen appreciation for learning about world cultures and art by leading gallery tours of the Kimbell Art Museum’s international collection.

French Natural Wine 101
2026-05-12 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | TX
Join us for a fun evening of French wine with the Nîmes Committee at The Holly in the near South Side! Enjoy a curated tasting experience from three different regions in France and a mini course on the methods of making natural wines- The Languedoc, Beaujolais, and the Loire – for $30 per person.

À votre santé! We hope to see you there!

Several dinner options at the location and within walking distance. For additional information, email mmschein1@gmail.com

When: May 12, 5PM-6PM

Where: The Holly – 305 Daggett Ave Ste 101 Fort Worth, TX 76104

RSVP & Register by May 6th

Young Artists & Authors Showcase
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | TX
Please join us for a special reception celebrating the winners and participants of the 2026 Young Artists & Authors Showcase.

Fort Worth Sister Cities International held a local showcase interpreting the theme “Voices of Today, Visions of Tomorrow” and chose student pieces to be submitted to the worldwide competition through Sister Cities International.

May 14, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. -7 p.m.

Artes de La Rosa Cultural Center for the Arts:
1440 N Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76164

Parking for the event is available on the street or in the large lot off NE 14th Street.

Photo: “Green Spaces” by Celeste Jenkins-O’Reilly, grand prize winner for 2024 international competition

Register Here by May 12!

See the 2026 Fort Worth winners.

Annual Great Deutsche Spud-Off
2026-05-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | TX
Prost! The Great Spud-Off

You’re invited to the Great Deutsche Spud-Off- a fun and festive evening of food, wine, and friendly competition. For $30 per person, enjoy a wine flight, German sausage tasting, and plenty of potato salad to sample.

Feeling competitive? Enter your best German-style potato salad for a chance to win prizes. Contest entry is just $5. Or simply come to taste, mingle, and enjoy the atmosphere!

When: May 19, 2026 @ 6:30 pm

Where: Home of Dr. Paul Geisel – 4304 Kenwood Court Fort Worth, TX 76103

Tasting ticket $30

Contest entry fee $5

Please RSVP/Register by May 15 to reserve your spot and sign up for the contest!

RSVP by May 15!

Festa della Repubblica at the Kimbell
2026-05-29 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
Join the Reggio Emilia Committee to celebrate Festa della Repubblica at the Kimbell Art Museum. Festa della Repubblica honors the vote when Italians chose to abolish their monarchy and establish a republic. Held after World War II and the fall of Fascism, the referendum also marked Italy’s first election with universal suffrage.

Listen to Italian music by the Allegro Guitar Society, enjoy a fun Italian-themed craft activity, and celebrate Festa della Repubblica!

A selection of Italian-themed beverages and snacks available for purchase.

Register Today!

Global Leaders in Action
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-26 | TX
Deadline: April 12, 2026

Join us in the summer of 2026 for the third year of Global Leaders in Action! This exciting program brings international and local students together in Fort Worth to collaborate on the design and implementation of leadership and cultural training for younger students in the Fort Worth community and visit various local nonprofit organizations to experience community-enhancing leadership.

The benefits to participants of GLA are boundless: learning important leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; strengthening global perspectives and gaining appreciation of other cultures; and developing lifelong friendships with students from around the world!

Questions? Contact Paige.

find out more and apply.

Luhambo Lwesive - Journey of the Nation
2026-08-28 - 2026-09-08 | TX
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of Southern Africa, where cultural immersion meets wilderness adventure. This carefully curated expedition takes you from the vibrant kingdom of Eswatini to the untamed beauty of South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park.

Luhambo lwesive means journey of the nation. It is a philosophy: a celebration of shared heritage and cultural pride. This journey invites you to walk alongside the people of Eswatini and South Africa, experiencing the landscapes and traditions that shape a nation’s story.

Your odyssey begins in Mbabane, Eswatini’s capital, where you’ll be welcomed with official hospitality. Immerse yourself in the rich Swazi heritage as you explore the renowned Swazi Candle workshop, where artisans hand-sculpt stunning Big Five-themed candles, and the world-famous Ngwenya Glass factory, a vibrant space filled with music and creativity where recycled glass transforms into works of art.

Delve deeper into ancient traditions at the Mantenga Cultural Village, a living museum that brings classical Swazi life to vivid reality. Journey to Pigg’s Peak at the foot of Eswatini’s highest mountain, discovering local craftsmanship at the Peak Fine Craft Centre. Gain diplomatic insights during a briefing at the U.S. Embassy and witness meaningful community impact through a visit to a health center that was constructed with the support of FWSCI.

The adventure intensifies as you venture into South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park, home to the iconic Big Five. Your exclusive sanctuary, Shepherd’s Tree Lodge, offers an intimate wilderness experience in a private zone where elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo roam freely. Over four thrilling days, experience twice-daily game drives in open safari vehicles, tracking wildlife at dawn and dusk. Enjoy sundowners deep in the bush as the African sunset paints the sky, followed by spotlight safaris revealing the nocturnal hunters of the night.

This journey seamlessly blends cultural discovery, diplomatic engagement, wildlife encounters, and luxury accommodations. This journey is more than travel – it is luhambo lwesive, a powerful journey of the nation that connects people, purpose, and place in an experience that will resonate long after you return home.

May 15 – $1000 deposit due

June 15 – Final balance due

MAKE YOUR DEPOSIT TODAY

Questions? Contact Megan.
