Denton Arts & Jazz Festival

15/09/2026

Denton Arts & Jazz Fest's move this year brought complaints about heat and a lack of shade, while some praised the fairgrounds’ performance setup. Vendors and attendees also rallied to

14/09/2026

You can’t start a fire without a spark 💥, and Day 3 of lit up the night. Thank you to Brave Combo for always having us dance in the dark.

13/09/2026

It’s about that time. Tonight. Brave Combo. 7PM. Main Stage. North Texas Fairgrounds. A red hat. The chicken dance. Conga line. Carl’s cat stories. 🪗

13/09/2026

Saturday in the park 🎶 Sept. 12 is no Fourth of July, but Day 2 of didn’t get the memo. We had the music and (let’s be honest) the heat to prove it. 🎆 Day 3 is 10am-9pm today!

12/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating our 2026 Art winners! 🥇 First on the stage: Arts & Crafts Best in Show goes to Pinned Ptera®, LLC, Morgan Loftin (Denton, TX) 👏

Arts & Crafts Best Display: Delicate Decay, Alicia Saveal (Denton, TX) Delicate Decay

Arts & Crafts Honorable Mention: Anarque Woodworks, Kevin Perkins (Grapevine, TX) Kevin Perkins

Fine Arts Best in Show: Gregory Arth (Colleyville, TX) Gregory Arth

Fine Arts Best Display: Zuri Perle, Atinuke Adeleke (Frisco, TX) Zuri Perle | Art | Home Decor | Jewelry

Fine Arts Honorable Mention: Thomas Jordan Gallery, Thomas Jordan (Frisco, TX) Thomas Jordan Gallery

12/09/2026

We want to recognize a Denton original, Marsha McCreary Keffer, with her original Spring Fling mug. Full circle moment. Thank you, Marsha, for being a volunteer with the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival for the past 35 years! 🫶

12/09/2026

Day 1 of 2026 gave us some mighty wind but also gave us some mighty music and art. We’ll be back again tomorrow at 10am to do it all again… minus the wind. A nice, gentle breeze instead, please.

11/09/2026

It’s here! The 35th Annual Denton Arts & Jazz Festival is officially OPEN for the weekend. Come celebrate music, art and community with us!

🗺️ Your Festival Guide
We’ve attached and pinned the festival map to our page for easy access. You can also find it on our website under “Festival at a Glance” or via the link in our bio. It shows where to find every vendor and stage, so you’ll never miss a beat.

🗓️ Festival Hours
Fri, Sept 11: 3pm–11pm
Sat, Sept 12: 10am–11pm
Sun, Sept 13: 11am–9pm

📍 Where to Find Us
North Texas Fairgrounds
2217 North Carroll Blvd.
Denton, TX 76201

🚗 Parking Tips
On-grounds official lots: $15
Carpooling and pickup/drop-off are your friends
Good news: there’s more parking nearby than ever before

DentonJazzFest.com

11/09/2026

We’re proud to spotlight our partner Tetra Pak, whose commitment to sustainability helps us care for both the music we love and the planet we share.

As you enjoy the sights and sounds of , take advantage of FREE water cartons, courtesy of Tetra Pak — available throughout the festival grounds. Here's why it matters:

♻️ Recyclable by design — Tetra Pak water cartons can be recycled right here at the festival.
♻️ Lower carbon footprint — Choosing cartons supports a smaller impact on our planet.
♻️ Sustainability as a habit — Tetra Pak works to make responsible choices part of everyday life.

Do your part with us: hydrate, then drop your empty cartons in the recycling bins across the grounds.

Learn more about Tetra Pak’s sustainability approach: https://www.tetrapak.com/en-us/sustainability/approach

09/09/2026

This weekend, comes to life at the North Texas Fairgrounds, and we can't wait to welcome you home.

This year brought change: a new venue and an earlier date. These were not easy choices. Due to the current state of the economy, we made difficult decisions to keep this festival alive and part of Denton's story for years to come.

We owe deep gratitude to the North Texas Fairgrounds for opening their doors and making it possible for us to continue.

Our mission hasn't changed. We're here to bring our community together, celebrate Denton's incredible creativity and inspire the next generation of young artists and musicians.

Home is where you make it. No matter where we gather, we'll always make it home.

Read the Denton Record-Chronicle's "Know Before You Go" guide so you're ready for the weekend—link below. We'll see you there!

The Denton Arts & Jazz Festival has a new home and date this year, and the show goes on next weekend at the North Texas Fairgrounds.