Joey Held is a writer and author and the founder of Fun Fact Friyay. He’s regularly planning travel adventures and encourages exploring new places with curiosity and kindness.
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8 Renaissance fairs coming to Texas in 2025
Hear ye, hear ye! These Texas Renaissance fairs are some of the best experiences in the country—and you can visit all of them throughout the year.
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15 festivals in DFW to put on your 2025 calendar
From music and culture to food and charm, Texas is jam-packed with entertainment all year round. Here’s our guide to the best festivals in DFW.
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The 12 oldest buildings in Dallas-Fort Worth
The Dallas-Fort Worth area has nearly 200 years worth of history—and architecture—to draw from. Which early buildings are still intact today?
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The Texas road trip that’s just for book lovers
The Lone Star State has an abundance of people, places, and artwork worth celebrating—and you can see them all with our book-friendly Texas road trip.
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The true stories behind 9 famous Texas brands
Every business needs to get its start somewhere. For these Texas brands and products, their origin stories are just as intriguing as their massive growth.
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Discover Fort Worth’s 9 sister cities (in 9 different countries!)
Fort Worth has an extensive network of sister cities all around the world. Learn more about the history of these places and attractions worth visiting.
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17 quirky Texas festivals worth checking out in 2025
No matter where you are in the Lone Star State, you’re never too far from a few unusual festivals. Which ones will you visit this year?
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10 Texas athletes who opened successful food & beverage businesses
When the bright lights fade from their sporting events, these Texas athletes have found success in opening up businesses serving food and drinks.
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12 DFW restaurant openings you may have missed in 2024
The DFW restaurant scene is bustling, so we understand if you missed a few that opened this year. Our guide will help you discover a new favorite.
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What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl
The only bowl game held in Fort Worth, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has built up a ton of fun college football history over the years.





















