Special Events — Greater Denton Arts Council

Greater Denton Arts Council

special events

Join us for exciting special events throughout the year including Thursday Night at the PAAC, family programs, and our Picnic at the PAAC live music series.


PICNIC AT THE PAAC

August 4, Rose River
12 - 1:30 PM

Festival Hall
FREE

Join us for an indoor picnic on the first Friday of each month in our Festival Hall space. We'll provide live music, art, tables, chairs, and an inviting space. You bring the food from home or any of the restaurants around GDAC!


Denton Zine & Art Party Zine Workshop

THURSDAY, July 20
6-8 PM
Free.

International Zine Library Day in July 21st! And to celebrate in Denton, we are hosting a Zine-making Workshop & showcasing our Zine Library on July 20th!

We are hosting a zine-making workshop with ideas to help you get started to make-your-own a zine with collage supplies, and we'll help introduce and showcase our zine library located at GDAC for anyone that would like to view the zines during Arts Center hours. BONUS - anyone who would like to donate a zine to the library can drop-off during the event!

Come learn, create, and explore the wonderful world of zines!

Thursday, July 20, 6-8PM
Greater Denton Arts Council - Patterson-Appleton Arts Center
Free, all-ages welcome (zines are great for teens!)


Firefighter Day - Saturday Family Program

July 29
11 AM - 1 PM
FREE

Learn about firefighting and decorate your own firefighter hat. All ages.



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HEART Awards - Denton’s Celebration of the Arts

October 20, 2023

6 - 10 PM

The HEART Awards Celebrate the artists, creators, and community supporters of Denton’s creative community and culture. These awards honor the Heroes, Emerging Leaders, Artists, Youth, and long-time supporters of the Arts in Denton.

A fundraising event that celebrates the supporters and creators of arts and culture in Denton, TX. HEART awards will be presented during the evening.

An evening of live music, heavy hor d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and a cash bar.

Nominate those who have a long history of supporting and contributing to the arts, local emerging and established artists, and those who lead and pioneer innovative opportunities and experiences of the arts in our community.