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International visitors travel to the Old West via Fort Worth Stockyards
By David Moreno at Fort Worth Report
· July 7, 2026
· 4 min read
Daniela Henao and her partner Sebastián Gutiérrez smiled as they walked under the historic sign that welcomed them into the Fort Worth Stockyards. The couple from Colombia were immediately in awe of the Western stores and historic buildings along both sides of East Exchange Avenue. After all, they h
Key takeaway ” Henao and Gutiérrez are among the many international tourists who have made their way to Cowtown in the past month during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The surge in international visitors to the Fort Worth Stockyards during the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a significant boost to the local economy, with over 1.5 million visitors in the past 30 days, a substantial increase from the same period last year. This influx of tourists also highlights the effectiveness of the city's "Howdy World" branding efforts in promoting Fort Worth's unique Western heritage to a global audience. As the Stockyards continues to be a major draw for visitors, it is likely to have a positive impact on local businesses, particularly those in the hospitality and tourism industries. The fact that international visitors like Daniela Henao and Sebastián Gutiérrez are immersing themselves in the local culture, from watching the longhorn cattle parade to savoring barbecue, suggests that the city's efforts to showcase its authentic Western experience are paying off.
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Category: western ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 4 min
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