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Transylvania Symphony Headlines the last week of the Big Top Tent.

Celebrate this Halloween night with a special performance of the Transylvania Symphony in the big top tent on Oak Street. This rock opera-style performance will be unlike anything you have experienced. The Transylvania Symphony raises funds to bring music education to underserved communities around the world. Funding raised during the event will support local youth musicians who cannot afford to purchase their own instruments. Per the Director of the symphony, “Welcome

Oct 281 min read

Local Costume Shop Provides Props to Garden of Villains

“I would have gotten away with it if it hadn’t been for you meddling kids!” You might here this refrain at the new and improved Garden of Villains which features some of the most iconic cartoon villains from the past! With the help of creative magic from Rose Costumes of Denton , these mischievous characters have been brought to life with outfits that mirror their animated origins. While you’re visiting your favorite villains, strike a pose with the Mystery Machine! Park

Oct 271 min read

Local Artist Creates Viral Halloween Monster Sign, Dentonites Name the New Mascot Onion.

As the official “Halloween Capital of Texas” you obviously need to have a sign celebrate the fact. New to the Denton square this Halloween is a sign with the Halloween mascot, Onion. Originally staff was going to hang decorative holiday banner, but David Baker , in-house Creative Specialist and local artist, decided to throw a more unique idea on the table. David Baker stated that "The original ask was to create a long vinyl wrap for the wall where the old Mini Mall

Oct 242 min read

The North Texas Ghost Busters Set Up Shop at Discover Denton

“I ain’t afraid of no ghost !” The North Texas Ghostbusters (NTXGB) are back in action this October! There’s no need to fear spectral phenomenon, pesky poltergeists, or gloomy ghosts with them keeping Denton safe. The official NTXGB headquarters has re-opened as of October 1, taking over the Discover Denton Visitors Center for the entire month. It’s your go-to haunt during the 31 Days of Halloween. Last year, the headquarters was the ultimate destination—not just for

Oct 221 min read

The Denton Food Truck Scene

Looking for some late-night snacks or even a delicious meal after normal business hours while exploring the “31 Days of Halloween”? Don’t fear, you are not going to go hungry, we have food trucks throughout Downtown Denton ready to serve a huge variety of tasty grub! El Zocalo Food Truck Park , opened in 2024 and located at 204 East McKinney Street, behind Ambro’s Tacos, this small plaza features the following four (4) unique food trucks including LM On the Grill (barbecue

Oct 202 min read

Painting Halloween Together: The Volunteers Behind Denton Halloween

Two volunteers turned their love for Halloween and helping others into hundreds of hours of painting pop-up decorations, bringing the season to life. 🎃

Oct 171 min read

Little Lil’ D Takes Over Denton: Diorama Collective Unveils Haunted Miniature Town

Denton, TX – The Denton Diorama Collective (DDC) has captured the local imagination this Halloween season by unveiling a massive, highly detailed miniature version of the city’s square and surrounding landmarks. Officially dubbed the "Little Lil' D" Haunted Denton Diorama Project, the creation is built to HO scale and features dozens of recognizable buildings reimagined with a spooky, Halloween-themed twist. The ambitious project was initially slated to be complete by Octob

Oct 152 min read