Billy Bob's Texas: The World's Largest Honkytonk

Billy Bob's Texas has been given the title of being the world's largest honky tonk, and with a capacity of over 6,000 guests on any given day, Billy Bob's has earned the title. The first thing to notice about Billy Bob's Texas is the sheer size of the building. Inside, Billy Bob's Texas hosts concerts, house bands, bull riding, a gift shop, restaurant, and several bar areas.

Billy Bob's Texas is open seven days a week from 11 am until 2 am on everyday except Sundays, when they open at noon and close at 2 am. This is a lively place, frequented by country music fans and families alike. In fact, one of the most noticeable things at a recent visit for a Gretchen Wilson concert was the number of children and tweens present. The general age for admission is 18, though accompanied minors 17 and under are admitted with an adult. The general admission for the Gretchen Wilson concert was $15 at the door and the concert could be watched throughout Billy Bob's Texas.

Billy Bob's Texas is one of the main attractions in the Fort Worth Stockyards district. Families and adults alike can visit Billy Bob's Texas. Dance lessons are offered during the week for those interested in learning some country dancing. Bull riding souvenir photos on a pretend bull offer visitors a chance to impress their friends and family at home after watching some real live bull riding and rodeos at Billy Bob's Texas.

Dining and Shopping
Billy Bob's Roadhouse Cafe offers some traditional barbecue fare, as well as quick snacks. The Billy Bob's Texas gift shop sells a variety of western themed items, from cowboy hats and boots to a garter with a pistol embellishment. The online Billy Bob's store also sells a limited number of items.

Billy Bob's Texas Concerts and Live Entertainment

Billy Bob's Texas has been hosting live country music entertainment since it's opening in 1981. Country music artists such as Garth Brooks, Leeann Rimes, and Wynonna have been featured at Billy Bob's Texas. Up and coming country music artists and house bands are often featured on Friday evenings. As a live music venue, Billy Bob's Texas can't be beat. Prices for each concert vary but general admission tickets can be as low as $15, which includes admission to Billy Bob's Texas.

Recommendation and Directions

Billy Bob's Texas is a great place to visit if you are in the Fort Worth area and want to kick up your cowboy boots for a night of good music, dancing, and classic honkytonk atmosphere. Alcohol is served at all of the many bars inside Billy Bob's with prices running in the moderate range ($6.25 for a top shelf mixed drink).

Billy Bob's Texas is located at 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, Texas, 76164. The historic Fort Worth Stockyards location is ideal for spending some time walking down the main strip, centrally located near Billy Bob's Texas. The phone number for more information about Billy Bob's Texas is (817)624-7117. The official website also offers up-to-date information about Billy Bob's Texas at www.billybobstexas.com.