One Day, Five Bands, Zero Rehearsal: Denton Rock Lottery 23 Returns to Dan's Silverleaf
On Nov. 14, 25 North Texas musicians are randomly sorted into bands at Dan's Silverleaf to write and perform original songs in a single day.
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Denton ISD Launches Denton Digital, a New Virtual Learning Program for District Families
Denton ISD's new Denton Digital program offers families a flexible virtual pathway while keeping students tied to district teachers and curriculum.
44 Years of Pedaling Together: Denton's Turkey Roll Bicycle Rally Returns with a Brand-New Gravel Route
The Denton Breakfast Kiwanis Club's 44th Annual Turkey Roll Bicycle Rally rolls out Nov. 21 with six routes and a first-ever gravel trail option.
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Denton ISD Secures Its First School Site Inside the Landmark Development, with Two More Planned
Denton ISD has acquired a 12-acre elementary school site inside the 3,200-acre Landmark by Hillwood development using 2023 bond funds.
Rock Lottery Returns to Denton for Its 23rd Year, Turning One Saturday Into Five New Bands
On Nov. 14, 25 North Texas musicians will be randomly sorted into bands, write new songs in a day, and perform live at Dan's Silverleaf.
How a Mac and Cheese Crawl Became One of Downtown Denton's Most Purposeful Afternoons
The Annual Downtown Denton Mac & Cheese Fest returns Nov. 15, crawling through four local venues to raise money for DISD student lunches.
Denton's 44th Annual Turkey Roll Bicycle Rally Returns Nov. 21 — Here's How to Ride and Why It Matters
The Turkey Roll fundraising ride rolls out Nov. 21 from Denton High School, benefiting Kiwanis kids' programs. Packet pickup starts Nov. 18.
Agatha Christie's Whodunit Comes to Downtown Denton's Historic Campus Theatre This November
Theatre Denton stages The Mousetrap Nov. 6–15 at the Campus Theatre on W. Hickory, with evening shows and Sunday matinees.
Rock Lottery 23 Turns a Single Day Into Five Brand-New Bands at Dan's Silverleaf
On Nov. 14, 25 Denton-area musicians are randomly sorted into bands, write new songs, and perform them all in one night at Dan's Silverleaf.
Coffin Races, Cirque du Horror, and a Twilight Parade: Denton's Day of the Dead Festival Runs Oct. 22–25
Denton's signature fall festival takes over Downtown Oct. 22–25 with coffin races, live music, costume contests, and a twilight parade.
Green and White Saturday: UNT's Homecoming Game Against Rice Brings the Whole City to DATCU Stadium
UNT hosts Rice on Nov. 7 for Homecoming at DATCU Stadium, with United Way of Denton County offering $5 tickets as a community fundraiser.
Three Nights at Dan's Silverleaf: How One Denton Venue Anchors a Week of Live Music This November
From Black Joe Lewis to a free songwriter's open mic, Dan's Silverleaf on Industrial St. packs Denton's November calendar with live music.
Coffin Races, Cirque du Horror, and a Free Shuttle: Denton's Day of the Dead Festival Returns October 24
Denton's beloved Day of the Dead Festival takes over downtown on Oct. 24 with coffin races, a lantern parade, and late-night Cirque du Horror shows.
Agatha Christie Returns to the Campus Theatre: What to Know About Theatre Denton's 'The Mouse Trap'
Theatre Denton opens Agatha Christie's classic whodunit 'The Mouse Trap' on Nov. 6 at the historic Campus Theatre on W. Hickory St.
Free Trees, First Come: Denton's 28th Annual Community Tree Giveaway Is Saturday
The City of Denton gives away free trees at 1527 S. Mayhill Rd. on Oct. 17 from 8 AM to noon. Here's what to know before you go.
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