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Live music, trivia and art workshops are queued up for the first part of the summer in Denton. Check out these 12 events in the month of June.
This list is not comprehensive.
"Scooby-Doo" in the Park
Head to the Quakertown Civic Center in downtown Denton to enjoy a screening of “Scooby-Doo,” the 2002 film starring Freddie Prinze Jr., Matthew Lillard, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Linda Cardellini. The movie is based on the Hanna-Barbera cartoon from the 1960’s.
No Barriers with John Bramblitt and Erik Weihenmayer
Local artist, disability advocate and business owner John Bramblitt will give a guided painting lesson at the Greater Denton Arts Center. Bramblitt lost his sight while studying at the University of North Texas about 25 years ago and now owns Yellow Dog Art Bar and Gallery. Erik Weihenmayer is the first blind person to climb Mount Everest, according to his website.
Watercolor and Nature Journaling
Wildflower Art Studio will host an introductory workshop on watercolor painting and nature journaling, the practice of drawing and recording observations in nature.
Jim Lauderdale and the Game Changers at Dan’s Silverleaf
Country band Jim Lauderdale and the Game Changers will perform at Dan’s Silverleaf in downtown Denton. Lauderdale released his first album in 1991, according to the band’s website.
Trivia at Alamo Drafthouse Denton
Head to the Glass Half Full taproom at Alamo Drafthouse for weekly trivia, hosted by Geeks who Drink. Up to six players can form a team and play for free.
Twilight Tunes at the Square
Local musical acts Roses and Clover and Strong Work will perform at the courthouse on the square as part of the Twilight Tunes music series. Concerts are free to attend.
Video Art Night
Enjoy the first-ever Video Art Night in Denton, an immersive outdoor video art gallery at Quakertown Park. The event will feature work from local, regional and national artists and a performance from Grateful Dead cover band, The Dead Thing.
Pridenton Night Out
Celebrate Pride Month with Pridenton’s Night Out, a “reverse parade” where guests can peruse vendors from local businesses that support Pridenton at the Quakertown Civic Center. Pridenton is hosting other events in June, like a dance party and pool party. More information is available on Pridenton’s website.
Karaoke at Yellow Dog Art Bar
Head to Yellow Dog Art Bar and Gallery for karaoke with DJ J Doubles. Yellow Dog offers a full bar with several locally brewed beers on tap and artwork for sale.
Denton Juneteenth Poetry Slam and Art Exhibition
Head to the Greater Denton Arts Council for a poetry slam and art exhibition as part of Denton’s Juneteenth celebration. Other Juneteenth events include a financial workshop at the MLK Recreation Center and story time at Emily Fowler Library. Interested residents can find out more on Denton Juneteenth’s website.
Juneteenth Celebration
Continue the Juneteenth Celebration at Fred Moore Park. The event will feature a performance from DJ Spinn Mo, live music and events for kids like three-legged races and face painting.
James Cook Band at Dan's Silverleaf
James Cook Band, an Oklahoma-native country band, will perform at Dan’s Silverleaf in Downtown Denton.
