Everything happening in Denton this fall — dates, addresses, and links
Last updated: November 5, 2026. Events are subject to change. Always confirm details with the venue before heading out. Know about an event we missed? Let us know.
Faith First United Methodist Church of Denton hosts an All Saints Day Worship Concert in early November, honoring those who have passed and celebrating the communion of saints through music and worship. Open to the congregation and community.
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Sports UNT Mean Green Football hosts Rice at DATCU Stadium in a Conference USA matchup. United Way of Denton County is offering $5 tickets with proceeds benefiting local community programs.
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Sports UNT Swimming & Diving hosts its annual alumni meet at the Pohl Recreation Center, welcoming back former student-athletes to compete alongside current team members. A fun community sports event open to spectators.
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Events Denton's beloved annual Rock Lottery event returns to Dan's Silverleaf, where musicians are randomly assigned into bands and must write and perform original songs in a single day. One of the most anticipated indie-music nights on the Denton calendar.
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Dining Taste over 25 unique mac-and-cheese creations from local Denton restaurants as you crawl between Oak St. Drafthouse, Dan's Silverleaf, East Side Denton, and Miss Angelines. Proceeds benefit Denton ISD student lunch programs.
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Dining Theatre Denton's annual celebration of Beaujolais Nouveau, flown from France on the third Thursday of November each year. Described as 'the best party in town,' this festive wine-tasting event is a Denton tradition.
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Sports The Denton Breakfast Kiwanis Club hosts this annual pre-Thanksgiving bicycle rally through the countryside surrounding Denton, with route options ranging from 8 to 68 miles. A beloved community tradition supporting local charitable causes.
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Sports The 3rd Annual Turkey TrOT offers a 5K or a 1.5-mile fun run through Denton, open to runners and walkers of all ages. T-shirts included with registration; a festive community fitness event the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
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Events An annual live music showcase at Denton's iconic Dan's Silverleaf venue, celebrating the deep roots of rhythm and blues in the local independent music scene. Check the venue's calendar for set times and ticket details.
Visit Website → Sports The Denton Area Running Club hosts the 11th annual Thanksgiving morning Turkey Trot, winding through Texas Woman's University and around the historic Denton Square. A Gobble Wobble 1K for kids is also offered for $15.
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Shopping The Denton Benefit League's annual Sip & Shop holiday event brings together local vendors, artisans, and community members for an evening of festive shopping and socializing. Proceeds support the League's charitable programs in Denton County.
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Family The University of North Texas presents its annual holiday concert at the state-of-the-art Winspear Performance Hall, featuring UNT's world-class ensembles performing seasonal favorites. A festive evening for the whole family.
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Events St. Mark Catholic Church holds a monthly First Friday Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration, open to all parishioners and visitors. A quiet, prayerful hour of devotion before the Blessed Sacrament.
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Faith St. Mark Catholic Church holds a monthly First Friday Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration, a traditional Catholic devotion offered on the first Friday of each month. Open to all parishioners and community members seeking a time of quiet prayer.
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Family Denton's beloved annual holiday celebration, held since 1988, features a community tree-lighting ceremony, live music by local bands and the Denton Community Band, horse-drawn carriage rides, children's crafts, visits with Santa, and a toy drive benefiting Cumberland Youth & Family Services.
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Family St. Mark Catholic Church holds its monthly Bottles & Cans food and goods collection drive, gathering non-perishable donations for those in need in the Denton community. Parishioners and community members are welcome to contribute.
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Events Hosted by Justin Collins, this recurring open-mic night at Dan's Silverleaf is free to attend and open to all songwriters. A cornerstone of Denton's thriving independent music community, held every Monday.
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Events FUMC Denton's Pub Theology is an informal, open conversation about faith, life, and big questions, held in a relaxed community setting. Open to all curious minds regardless of background or belief.
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Events The University of North Texas celebrates its Fall 2026 graduating class at the UNT Coliseum. A major community milestone drawing thousands of families to Denton's campus for this proud academic tradition.
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Family Theatre Denton presents a full musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, with book by Christopher Bedloe, adaptation and lyrics by James Wood, and music by Malcolm Shapcott. A festive holiday production for all ages at Denton's historic Campus Theatre.
Visit Website → Events NOVMAS FEST is an annual end-of-year music celebration at Dan's Silverleaf, one of Denton's most storied independent venues. Expect a lineup of local and regional acts ringing in the holiday season with live music.
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Family Denton Bible Church hosts a Church Life Christmas Movie Night for its congregation and community, bringing families together for a festive seasonal film screening and fellowship during the holiday season.
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Events St. Mark Catholic Church begins the New Year with its First Friday Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration on January 1, 2027. A peaceful, prayerful start to the new year open to all.
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Faith St. Mark Catholic Church opens the New Year with its First Friday Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration on January 1, 2027. The parish also offers daily Eucharistic Adoration Monday–Thursday 8 AM–8 PM and Friday 8 AM–11:30 AM.
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Family The first Bottles & Cans collection of 2027 at St. Mark Catholic Church gathers non-perishable food and household goods for Denton-area families in need. A simple and impactful way to give back at the start of the new year.
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Faith Denton Bible Church commissions its Winter 2027 mission team to Brazil during January, with send-off services and community prayer support. The church's Legacy Fitness and small-group programs continue alongside the mission week.
Visit Website → Events The 13th annual Denton Black Film Festival — the largest Black film festival in Texas and the Southwest — returns with its 'Together We Make' theme, featuring theatrical film screenings, filmmaker Q&As, live music, comedy, spoken word, art exhibitions, and panel discussions across multiple downtown Denton venues.
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Weekly markets, story times, and multi-week happenings you can catch all season.
Shopping Denton's producer-only community market continues through the fall and winter season, featuring local farmers, artisans, and food vendors on the historic downtown square. A weekly gathering spot for fresh produce, handmade goods, and community connection.
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Shopping This annual shopping event hosted by First United Methodist Church of Denton features over 30 booths supporting local and international charitable causes. Vendors offer artisan crafts from around the world — a meaningful alternative to commercial holiday shopping.
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Faith Immaculate Conception Catholic Church holds weekly Eucharistic Adoration every Wednesday evening in the parish chapel, a recurring devotional hour open to all parishioners and visitors. The parish also offers Adoration on Thursday mornings.
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Faith St. John Paul II University Parish, serving UNT and TWU students, holds weekly Eucharistic Adoration every Thursday afternoon and evening, plus a student-focused holy hour on Wednesdays. Sunday Masses are held at UNT's Goolsby Chapel and TWU's historic Little Chapel in the Woods.
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Faith Immaculate Conception Catholic Church offers the Sacrament of Reconciliation every Saturday afternoon, providing parishioners and visitors a regular opportunity for the sacrament. Masses are celebrated in both English and Spanish.
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Faith FUMC Denton's November Mission Corner features the Angel Tree program, connecting congregation members with the opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts for children in need in the Denton community. Tags are available throughout November.
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Faith The Denton Wesley Foundation, a United Methodist campus ministry serving UNT and TWU students, hosts weekly Wednesday evening worship and community gatherings throughout the academic year. Open to all students and community members.
Visit Website → Faith Immaculate Conception Catholic Church hosts its recurring Food, Faith & Fellowship gathering, bringing parishioners together for community, shared meals, and faith formation after Sunday Mass. A welcoming event for families and individuals.
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