Step into the Old West at the Fort Worth Stockyards, home to the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive. Watch as real Texas cowhands lead a herd of longhorns down East Exchange Avenue during a free, family-friendly experience that captures the spirit of Texas heritage.
What & Where
The Cattle Drive drives take place:
- Twice daily at 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas & Easter
- The Cattle Drive is FREE
- Route: Starts at the Fort Worth Petting Zoo (157 E. Exchange Ave.) and ends just past the Livestock Exchange Building
- Ride Trinity Metro’s Orange Line from Downtown to the Stockyards
- Parking: The Stockyards offers various self parking and valet options
Each drive lasts about 8 minutes. Arrive 30 minutes early to park, grab a viewing spot, and watch the drovers get into position. Streets close 5 minutes before each drive.
Best Viewing Spots
The best places to watch the cattle drive are along East Exchange Avenue, including:
- Livestock Exchange Building (131 E. Exchange Ave.)
- RFD-TV Building (130 E. Exchange Ave.)
Stand on the sidewalk for an up-close view as the herd passes just a few feet away.
Behind-the-Scenes: The Fort Worth Herd Experience
Get a closer look at life on the trail with the free Fort Worth Herd Experience:
- Fridays–Sundays, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
- Location: Observation Deck next to the Livestock Exchange Building
- Learn about 1800s cattle drives, herd care, and ask the drovers your questions.
Quick Visitor Info:
Cattle Drive Times: 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas & Easter)
Duration: ~8 minutes
Best Viewing: East Exchange Ave. in front of the Livestock Exchange or RFD-TV Building…