If you’re already counting down the days until October, we have some killer news to hold you over. The nationally acclaimed cocktail pop-up, Black Lagoon, is officially returning for its 2026 North American tour—and it’s transforming Fort Worth’s beloved Nickel City FTW into a dark, immersive Halloween haven.
Dreamed up by mixology legends and industry veterans Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage, this limited-time takeover has been praised by Food & Wine, PUNCH, and the Los Angeles Times. Now, it’s set to become Cowtown’s absolute must-visit destination this fall.
Goth-Glam Meets Craft Cocktails
Forget the cheesy plastic spiders and fake cobwebs. Black Lagoon is known for completely stripping away a venue’s everyday identity and replacing it with a full-blown cinematic experience. Nickel City FTW is trading its laid-back neighborhood vibe for a heavy-metal, dark-gothic sanctuary.
Expect a multi-sensory haunted house meets cocktail bar atmosphere, complete with Immersive, spine-chilling decor, cinematic lighting and soundscapes, and a moody, theatrical aesthetic…