Denton residents looking for festive ways to celebrate the season will find a full calendar of events across the city this December. Whether you enjoy live music, hands‑on crafts, or a classic holiday photo with your pet, there’s something for every family.
Pet Portraits with Santa
Golden Triangle Mall will host a special photo session where Hart and Guin Photography invites pets to sit with Santa. Bring a leash, waste bags and a favorite treat for your furry friend. The studio will capture a holiday portrait you can treasure for years.
A Christmas Carol Musical
Theatre Denton presents a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale. Audiences can enjoy performances at 7:30 p.m. on most evenings, with additional 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays. Tickets are $33.30, with discounts for students, children and seniors. The production will be staged at 214 W. Hickory St., Denton.
Intro to Pottery: Christmas Tree
Wildflower Art Studio offers a two‑hour pottery workshop where participants create their own ceramic Christmas tree. The class includes complimentary snacks and coffee, and each finished piece will be fired in the studio kiln and ready for pickup in two to three weeks.
Cookies and Cocoa Drive‑Thru
The Denia Recreation Center will host a drive‑through treat stop. Volunteers will hand out individually wrapped cookies from a local vendor and hot cocoa to guests. No registration is required, and the event operates on a first‑come, first‑served basis while supplies last.
Serve Denton Annual Christmas Concert
Serve Denton’s nonprofit annual concert features David J. Pierce of Cirque du Horror alongside the Denton Holiday Orchestra. Ticket prices include admission, hors d’oeuvres and sweet treats. Proceeds support Serve Denton’s mission of partnering with local nonprofits and communities in need.
New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance
Robson Ranch invites the community to ring in 2027 with a dinner dance. The evening includes cocktails, a roasted London broil dinner, a live band and a ball drop at midnight. Ticket sales close on December 16.
These events highlight Denton’s vibrant holiday spirit and provide safe, family‑oriented options for celebrating the season. Be sure to check each venue’s website for the latest updates on hours, ticket availability and any health‑safety guidelines.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Denton — read the source article.
