ARTS & AUTOS

Car and art festival in Denton, Texas

Denton Main Street Association's Arts & Autos is back, featuring classic cars and hot rods, live music, a chalk art competition, and vendors all in the heart of downtown Denton. This family friendly free event is a Denton classic that you won't want to miss.

WHEN

September 13 & 14, 2024 
 
FRIDAY Sept. 13th - Kickoff Reception and Expert Panel Discussion of hot rods, rat rods, and all things automotive.
SATURDAY Sept. 14th - Cars, trucks, and motorcycles representing a wide array of makes and models on display.

 

WHERE

Opening Reception - Patterson-Appleton Arts Center • 6 PM – 9 PM
400 E Hickory St
 
Arts & Autos - Denton Civic Center · 9 AM – 3 PM
321 E McKinney St.
 

 

DETAILS

Click here for participation information and registration. Entries may not be accepted after 9 a.m. on the event day. The show happens RAIN or SHINE! No refunds

Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show · CASH prize for Overall Best of Show in Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Classes!

Chalk Art Fest · Giving professional and emerging artists the opportunity to create chalk murals. All ages are encouraged to register and show off their creativity and skills!

Vendor Booths · Exhibition spaces with fine artists and crafters, vintage dealers, cottage industry businesses, sponsors, businesses, games, community non-profits, and food vendors.

Downtown Parking

All of the parking in downtown Denton is free with the exception of half of the parking lot closest to Wells Fargo.

For tips for parking in downtown Denton, read DMSA's blog.

WHERE TO STAY

For our full list of hotels, click here.