Mid City Times

Two parades in Fort Worth will celebrate the city's heritage and traditions. Residents and visitors are advised to prepare for cold weather as North Texas faces a chill this weekend.

The Fort Worth Stock Show’s All Western Parade is set for 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, in downtown Fort Worth. This annual event attracts thousands of spectators who line the streets to enjoy the spectacle of horses and other livestock, with no motorized vehicles allowed.

Weather forecasts predict temperatures in the lower 40s during Saturday's parade.

On Monday, January 20, Fort Worth's 40th annual tribute to civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. will begin at 11 a.m. Organized by the Greater Fort Worth Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Committee, this event will include floats, classic cars, and walking groups celebrating King's legacy.

The parade starts at 12th and Commerce streets near the Fort Worth Convention Center and moves toward Sundance Square for a rally.

Temperatures on Monday are expected to be in the 20s, with wind chills making it feel like low teens.

Organizers suggest checking their websites before attending either parade to confirm any last-minute changes.

For those attending, dressing in layers is recommended due to chilly conditions. Hotels along the routes such as Sheraton and Omni have offered their public spaces for warming up if needed.

In response to recent attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas, additional security measures will be implemented at both parades. These may include more street barricades and increased law enforcement presence. "If you see something, say something," officials advise.