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→Featured upcoming events in and around Mansfield
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Mon, Oct 19
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Bilingual Story Time
Hosted by City of Mansfield
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Event date: October 19, 2026
Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
104 S. Wisteria St.
Mansfield, TX 76063
Description:
Children 3-6 years old, both English and Spanish speakers, with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays and rhymes in both English and Spanish. This story time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills and allows children to become familiar with a second language. Bilingual Story Time is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required.
Mon, Oct 19
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Movida Sunset Miles
Hosted by Movida Run Club
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM · Geyer Commons
Lace up and join Movida Run Club for a late-night run! This run is geared toward more experienced runners looking to go a little longer (2.5-3 miles) and maintain a more consistent pace (approximately 10 minute mile pace). Whether you're training for a race or just looking for a challenge, come get those miles in with us! Check out the Movida socials for more information.
Tue, Oct 20
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Bird Walks (All Ages)
8:30 am · Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park, 1650 Matlock Road, Mansfield
Join us for a bird walk through the park with the Fort Worth Audubon Society. Whether this is your first bird walk or your 100th bird walk, all are welcome. Hikers will learn how to ID birds by sight and sound along the walk. This is a FREE program, but registration is required. All ages are welcome, but parents must be on the hike with any child under 18 years of age. Suggested items to bring: - Binoculars - Water bottle - Close-toed shoes - Camera
Tue, Oct 20
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Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)
Hosted by City of Mansfield
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. · Mansfield Public Library, 104 S. Wisteria St., Mansfield
Event date: October 20, 2026
Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:
104 S. Wisteria St.
Mansfield, TX 76063
Description:
Come enjoy books, songs, finger-plays and rhymes. Story Time for Tots introduces toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. It introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Tickets are required for this storytime event. Limited number of tickets available, and can be picked up at the service desk in the children's area when you arrive prior to storytime. Tickets are free and first come, first served.
Tue, Oct 20
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City Stories: Read & Play
Hosted by Mansfield Municipal Courts
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM · Geyer Commons
City Stories invites representatives from different City departments to be guest readers for a fun & interactive story time and craft or activity themed to Courts. It's a unique way to learn how cities work and meet the faces who keep Mansfield remarkable every day!