Mayfest

Mayfest began in 1973 as the Trinity River Festival – a celebration of hard work and great success in improving the unsightliness that was left after the devastating Fort Worth flood of 1949.

This magnificent event was the beginning of Fort Worth’s most popular family festival. Since its beginning, the festival has been a collaborative effort of a combination of volunteerism and community resources. Every year thousands of visitors look forward to attraction shows, rides, activities, games and a delectable offering of food and beverage. From young to old, Mayfest includes something for everyone.

Mayfest, Inc. was incorporated as a nonprofit corporation in September 1987. Its purpose is to raise funds for community programs, for the recreational development of the Trinity River and for support of our city’s parks. The Mayfest, Inc. Board of Directors consists of representatives from the four original sponsors (the Junior League of Fort Worth, Inc., the City of Fort Worth Parks and Community Services Department, Streams and Valleys, Inc., and the Tarrant Regional Water District) and leaders of our community. Along with the Board of Directors, the Mayfest, Inc. Executive Director oversees the operation of the corporation and the volunteers who plan and implement the festival.

Profits from Mayfest, Inc., which to date exceeds $6 million dollars, have been returned to the community. With the cooperative effort and shared commitment to the community, Mayfest will continue to increase the awareness of the parks and river and to enhance the quality of life in the Fort Worth community for years to come.

This family friendly festival runs May 3-6. All parking is $10 – Parking is available at Farrington Field, Will Rogers Equestrian Center and Will Rogers Yellow Lot.