The City of Denton is partnering with the Denton County Transit Authority (DCTA) to provide a convenient park‑and‑ride service for the town’s Halloween weekend festivities. Starting Saturday, Oct. 3, the shuttle will run on both Saturdays and Sundays, giving families, students and tourists a safe, alcohol‑free way to reach downtown attractions.
Schedule and routes
On Saturdays the shuttle operates from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The service runs until Nov. 8, covering the entire Halloween celebration period. Riders will board at the Golden Triangle Mall location at 2201 I‑35 E. From there the shuttle will travel to two downtown drop‑off points: the Oak/Oakland lot at 301 E. Oak St. and the City Development Services Center at 401 N. Elm St.
Additional Day of the Dead shuttle
DCTA is also adding a special shuttle for the Denton Day of the Dead Festival on Oct. 24. That shuttle will run from 10 a.m. until midnight, providing extra transportation for the cultural event that draws visitors from across North Central Texas.
Parking support from North Central Texas College
North Central Texas College is helping the city by opening public parking at its garage on 319 Sycamore St. during the holiday weekend. The garage will be open at the following times:
- Thursdays: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Fridays: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Saturdays: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Sundays: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The college’s garage will be closed for the Day of the Dead Festival on Oct. 23‑25, but the city’s own parking map—available online and in printed form at the Halloween Headquarters on the square—shows all public parking options in purple.
Why the service matters
Mayor and city officials say the park‑and‑ride program supports safe, family‑friendly travel during a time when downtown streets can become congested with revelers. By reducing the number of cars that need to find parking on their own, the city hopes to lower traffic delays, improve pedestrian safety and keep the downtown area welcoming for all ages.
Residents are encouraged to check the city’s Halloween website for the latest map updates, shuttle schedules and any temporary road changes. The free service reflects Denton’s ongoing commitment to community‑focused solutions that make public events accessible while protecting the well‑being of families and neighbors.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Frisco — read the source article.
