Upcoming Events

Black, White, and Variants of Gray — Art Exhibit

Grayson College 2nd Floor Gallery · Denison, TX

Grayson College’s 2nd Floor Gallery in the Arts and Communication Center presents Black, White, and Variants of Gray from Tuesday, October 20, 2026, through Friday, December 11, 2026. The contemporary exhibition features original black, white, and gray artwork by local, regional, and student artists. Gallery hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or by appointment. An artist reception is scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

Organizer

Grayson College Visual Arts

The Haunting of Maxwell Manor

Maxwell Manor · Ardmore, OK

Step into a spooky Halloween night at The Haunting of Maxwell Manor in Ardmore on Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31, 2026. Doors run from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. each evening. Admission is $6 and includes hot dogs, candy, and drinks. Children age 3 and under get in free, and the youngest visitors can enjoy a glow stick.

Admission

$6 admission includes hot dogs, candy, and drinks; ages 3 and under free.

Organizer

The Haunting of Maxwell Manor

2026 Farmers Market

Ada Farmers Market · Ada, OK

Ada's 2026 Farmers Market at the parking lot on the corner of 12th Street and Townsend.

Organizer

Ada Farmers Market

McKinney Monster Dash 5K Presented by Texans Credit Union

Bonnie Wenk Park · McKinney, TX

Halloween-morning community 5K and post-race festival at Bonnie Wenk Park. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM and the chip-timed 5K starts at 9:00 AM.

Admission

Race registration $30; post-race festivities are free.

McKinney Farmers Market

Chestnut Square Historic Village · McKinney, TX

Saturday McKinney Farmers Market at Chestnut Square featuring local produce, handmade goods and artisan vendors.

Organizer

Chestnut Square Historic Village

Halloween Morning Meetup Bikes, Boos & Brews

Moto & Latte Coffee Roaster · Pilot Point, TX

A Halloween morning coffee and motorcycle meetup with costume contest and prizes, themed coffee and lemonade, fresh turkey and cheese croissants. Riders and non-riders are welcome.

Organizer

Moto & Latte Coffee Roaster

29th Annual NTMC Halloween Hustle

North Texas Medical Center · Gainesville, TX

The 29th annual Halloween Hustle is a 5K run/walk and 10K race benefitting the North Texas Medical Center Foundation, with race-day registration, digital timing, a kids costume contest and other event activities.

Admission

5K current Race Roster list price $30.00 + processing; 10K $40.00 + processing (checked 2026-10-24).

Organizer

North Texas Medical Center Foundation

Mini Cheer Camp at Austin College

Wynne Chapel · Sherman, TX

Austin College hosts Mini Cheer Camp on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wynne Chapel, Clifford J. Grum Sanctuary, on the Sherman campus. The event is listed on the college Community and News & Events calendars as a public annual campus event.

Organizer

Austin College

Willow Springs Spooktacular

Willow Springs Marina & Resort · Mead, OK

Willow Springs Marina & Resort hosts a full day of family-friendly Halloween activities on Lake Texoma, including a pancake breakfast, craft vendors, music, trunk-or-treat, a costume contest and the live finals of Willow Springs Got Talent.

Admission

Current Texoma Connect event listing states free admission.

Organizer

Willow Springs Marina & Resort

Farmers Market

Creative Arts Center · Bonham, TX

Shop local at the Farmers Market hosted by the Creative Arts Center in Bonham on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Vendors set up inside and outside the center at 200 W. 5th Street.

Organizer

Creative Arts Center Bonham

Building Athletes Trick-or-Trot 5K & Fun Run

Wintersmith Park · Ada, OK

Building Athletes hosts its Trick-or-Trot on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Wintersmith Park in Ada. Registration and packet pickup run 7:00–8:15 a.m., opening ceremonies at 8:30 a.m., the 5K starts at 9:00 a.m. in front of Wintersmith Lodge, and the 1-mile Fun Run starts at 9:05 a.m. A costume contest runs 7:30–9:30 a.m. Proceeds support youth sports access in the area.

Organizer

Building Athletes

Nature's Spooky Creatures

Eisenhower State Park · Denison, TX

Eisenhower State Park explores bats, spiders, snakes and other animals that often get spooky reputations, with a ranger-led look at what makes these creatures fascinating and the important roles they play in nature.

Admission

Program is free with park admission. Park admission is $5 per person age 13 and older; children 12 and under are free. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass.

Organizer

Eisenhower State Park

Halloween Haunt

John & Judy Gay Library · McKinney, TX

Free all-ages Halloween Haunt at John & Judy Gay Library with timed entry sessions at 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM; registration is required.

Admission

Free; registration required. Timed entries at 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Organizer

City of McKinney

Dave and Boo-Ster's: Boo Bash!

Dave & Buster's McKinney · McKinney, TX

Dave & Buster's McKinney hosts Dave and Boo-Ster's: Boo Bash! on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 4064 W University Dr, McKinney. The family-friendly morning includes a hot pancake banquet, costume contest, scavenger hunt, Monster Mash music and more. Admission is listed at $22.00 on the Visit McKinney event page.

Admission

$22.00 admission (Visit McKinney listing).

Organizer

Dave & Buster's McKinney

Cemetery Walking Tour: Gates Hill Cemetery

Gates Hill Cemetery · Bonham, TX

Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site and Sam Rayburn Museum staff lead a free walking tour of Gates Hill Cemetery in Bonham on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The historic mid-1800s African American cemetery sits about 1.5 miles south of downtown at the intersection of South Main Street and Charlie Christian Street (south end of Bonham on State Highway 78). The guided tour begins at 10:15 a.m.; self-guided pamphlets are provided, and the Friends of Sam Rayburn offer refreshments. If weather is bad, the tour moves to November 7.

Admission

Free.

Organizer

Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site / Sam Rayburn Museum

Family Game Time

Van Alstyne Public Library · Van Alstyne, TX

Van Alstyne Public Library hosts Family Game Time on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 151 W. Cooper Street. Drop in for free in-person family games at the library on Halloween morning.

Organizer

Van Alstyne Public Library

Junk Journal Club at Creative Arts Center

Creative Arts Center of Bonham · Bonham, TX

Creative Arts Center of Bonham hosts Junk Journal Club on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at 200 W. 5th St., Bonham, Texas 75418. Bring your own junk journal; center provides supplies. Beginners welcome. Free for members; $5 for non-members.

Admission

Free for members; $5 for non-members.

Organizer

Creative Arts Center of Bonham

Clay Bowl (Ages 5-12)

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

In Choctaw homes, each household member would have their own designated bowl to eat from. These “Cooking” and “Little Hunger” months, join us in creating your own small bowl using traditional methods that our ancestors would use. This is included with admission to the Choctaw Cultural Center. Admission is complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Admission

Included with Choctaw Cultural Center admission; complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

Flag Retirement — Sherman VFW Post 2772

VFW Post 2772 · Sherman, TX

Flag retirement listed on Sherman VFW Post 2772's public events calendar on Halloween morning.

Organizer

VFW Post 2772

McKinney Spooktacular Brews & Boos Walk

Historic Downtown McKinney · McKinney, TX

Halloween-themed Sip & Stroll through Historic Downtown McKinney with a signature taster, map and 20+ participating beverage stops.

Admission

$30 per person on the organizer's dedicated event page.

Age

Alcoholic beverages are for attendees 21+; organizer says all are welcome to participate in the stroll.

Organizer

SBG Hospitality

Downtown Denison Boo-tique Sale

Downtown Denison · Denison, TX

Downtown Denison shops and boutiques host their Halloween-day Boo-tique Sale, inviting visitors to browse seasonal specials, fall merchandise and new arrivals at participating businesses from 11 AM to 4 PM. This is a distributed shopping promotion across downtown locations.

Organizer

Downtown Denison, Inc.

Tailgating in The Outback at Austin College

Larry Kramer Outback · Sherman, TX

Austin College hosts Tailgating in The Outback on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Larry Kramer Outback (south end of Jerry E. Apple Stadium) in Sherman, Texas, for the home football game versus Texas Lutheran. Bring grills, tents, and drinks; campus safety policies apply.

Organizer

Austin College Athletics

Storytelling led by the Choctaw Nation School of Language

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

The Choctaw Cultural Center in Calera offers storytelling led by the Choctaw Nation School of Language on Saturday, October 31, 2026, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at 1919 Hina Hanta Way. Join a Saturday language-and-culture storytelling session during a visit to the center.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

State Park Spook-Tacular

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Celebrate Halloween at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit during the 4th annual State Park Spook-Tacular. The day includes a kids costume contest at the Nature Center Parking Lot, plus campsite decorating and trick-or-treating in the Juniper and Walnut camping loops.

Admission

All programs are included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Charlie White at Ole Red Tishomingo

Ole Red Tishomingo · Tishomingo, OK

Charlie White performs live at Ole Red Tishomingo on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at 214 W. Main in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Organizer

Ole Red Tishomingo

9th Annual Scare on the Square

Historic Downtown Gainesville and Gainesville Texas Farmers Market · Gainesville, TX

The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a free Halloween afternoon in Historic Downtown Gainesville and at the Gainesville Farmers Market with trick-or-treating at participating businesses, music, activities, decorated businesses and a costume contest. The costume contest begins at 2:30 PM at the Farmers Market.

Admission

Free community event. The official listing also states there is no cost to enter the costume contest.

Organizer

Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce

Zombie Crawl

Downtown Denison · Denison, TX

Downtown Denison transforms into a Halloween crawl with costumes, themed cocktails, drink specials and live entertainment at downtown bars, lounges and hangouts. Happy hour begins at 1:00 PM and the crawl continues until midnight, with a costume contest during the event.

Organizer

City of Denison / Downtown Denison

Adult Workshop: Chahta Shuti

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

This Hoponi Hvshi or “Cooking Month”, and Little Hunger Month learn about the Choctaw Shuti, a cooking pot used to simmer stews. During this food focused time in our calendar, join us for a pottery workshop where you can showcase your skills in creating your own Shuti! This is included with admission to the Choctaw Cultural Center. Admission is complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Admission

Included with Choctaw Cultural Center admission; complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

Dutch Oven Frights & Delights

Eisenhower State Park · Denison, TX

Eisenhower State Park gives Dutch oven cooking a Halloween twist with a ranger-led outdoor cooking demonstration over the coals. Visitors can learn the basics of this classic cooking method and sample the finished Halloween treat.

Admission

Program is free with park admission. Park admission is $5 per person age 13 and older; children 12 and under are free. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass.

Organizer

Eisenhower State Park

Halloween Live Music: Julia Coelho

Pilot Point Coffee House · Pilot Point, TX

Family-friendly Halloween afternoon live music at Pilot Point Coffee House with harpist Julia Coelho (Júlia Coelho: The Singing Harp).

Admission

No cover charge; all ages.

Organizer

Jimerson Adkins

Trick-or-Treat Main Street

Main Street Tishomingo · Tishomingo, OK

The City of Tishomingo hosts Trick-or-Treat Main Street on Halloween afternoon, with Main Street trick-or-treating from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The city notes that traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating follows afterward.

Organizer

City of Tishomingo

Fall Fest

Generations Church · Ardmore, OK

Generations Church hosts a free family Fall Fest in Ardmore with games, fun activities and treats.

Admission

Free admission.

Organizer

Generations Church

Trick or Treat on Main — Durant

Historic Downtown Durant (Main Street) · Durant, OK

Durant Main Street's annual public Halloween trick-or-treating through downtown Main Street; participating downtown businesses and organizations distribute treats for families.

Organizer

Durant Main Street

Halloween Party at Thirty-Five & Liberty

Thirty-Five & Liberty · Gainesville, TX

Thirty-Five & Liberty hosts a family-friendly Halloween party on Saturday, October 31, 2026, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at 4321 I-35 in Gainesville (Exit 501). The afternoon includes cornhole with the 455 Baggers, games, treats, prizes and giveaways, plus a costume contest. Food-court vendors include Los Dos Primos Mexican Food, Mexi Sweets & Treats and JoJo's Snack Shack, and the bar lists Halloween drink specials. From 7:00 p.m. to midnight, Guerreros DJ provides music.

Organizer

Thirty-Five & Liberty

Come Clay with Me! Pottery Experience

McKinney Art House · McKinney, TX

The Pottery Barn at McKinney Art House offers Come Clay with Me! Pottery Experience on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 502 N Kentucky St, McKinney, TX 75069. Admission is $85 on the Visit McKinney listing. Tickets and details are on the organizer site linked from Visit McKinney. This is one dated session in a longer autumn series.

Admission

$85 (Visit McKinney listing).

Organizer

The Pottery Barn at McKinney Art House

WHS Theatre Halloween Show Performance

Trollinger Park · Whitesboro, TX

WHS Theatre Halloween Show Performance listed on the official school calendar.

Organizer

Whitesboro Independent School District

Tom Bean Community Trunk or Treat

Median between Hwy 11 and Garner Street · Tom Bean, TX

The City of Tom Bean hosts its 1st Annual Community Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 5:00 p.m. in the median between Highway 11 and Garner Street. Decorate cars and trunks, wear costumes, bring candy buckets, and stay until the candy runs out.

Organizer

City of Tom Bean

Reformation Day Faire

New Life Bible Church · Gainesville, TX

New Life Bible Church invites families to a Reformation Day Renaissance Faire on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 3901 E. Broadway in Gainesville. Come and go for a historic Medieval village with reenactors, Reformation history, a scavenger hunt, rustic dinner, crafts, games, candy, and prizes. The event is rain or shine and free to attend.

Admission

Free admission (Eventbrite registration available).

Organizer

New Life Bible Church

Trunk or Treat at Madill Church of Christ

Madill Church of Christ · Madill, OK

Madill Church of Christ hosts Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 308 W. Taliaferro Street in Madill. This year’s theme is “favorite movie,” and trunks are encouraged to offer a simple game or activity for kids. After trunk-or-treat, the church plans reverse trick-or-treating in costume around town.

Organizer

Madill Church of Christ

Harvest Moon Festival

Lions Park · Hugo, OK

The Hugo Area Chamber of Commerce presents the first annual Harvest Moon Festival on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. at Lions Park on West Jackson Street in Hugo. Enjoy live music, a beer-and-wine garden, games, candy, and family activities.

Organizer

Hugo Area Chamber of Commerce

Trunk or Treat on Main Street

Main Street Kingston · Kingston, OK

The Town of Kingston hosts its annual Trunk or Treat on Main Street on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Families are invited to Main Street around 22 N. Main Street for community trunk-or-treating.

Organizer

Town of Kingston

Monsters on Main

Downtown Denison · Denison, TX

Denison's annual Monsters on Main Halloween event returns to Downtown Denison on October 31. The official 2026 city calendar lists the event from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

Organizer

City of Denison / Downtown Denison

Halloween Trick or Treat Around the Square

Madill Downtown Square · Madill, OK

Trick-or-treat around the square in Madill on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Families can stroll the downtown square for candy and Halloween fun.

Organizer

City of Madill / community

Trunk Or Treat

Downtown Whitesboro · Whitesboro, TX

First United Methodist Church of Whitesboro hosts Trunk Or Treat in Downtown Whitesboro on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Volunteers help pass out candy, cool flashlights, and hot dogs to children and families.

Organizer

First United Methodist Church of Whitesboro

Trunk Or Treat at Fairview Baptist Church

Fairview Baptist Church · Sherman, TX

Fairview Baptist Church invites the community for Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the back parking lot at 222 W. Taylor Street in Sherman. Church families decorate trunks and hand out candy while welcoming neighbors for a free, family-friendly Halloween evening.

Organizer

Fairview Baptist Church

Downtown Trick or Treat

Downtown Whitewright — Grand Street · Whitewright, TX

Downtown Halloween trick-or-treating along Grand Street in Whitewright, with costumes and candy. The Chamber identifies Legend Bank as its candy sponsor.

Organizer

Whitewright Area Chamber of Commerce

Malory Hinton at Ole Red Tishomingo

Ole Red Tishomingo · Tishomingo, OK

Malory Hinton performs live at Ole Red Tishomingo on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at 214 W. Main in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Organizer

Ole Red Tishomingo

Halloween Party at Rusty Chicken at The Rialto

Rusty Chicken at The Rialto · Denison, TX

Rusty Chicken at The Rialto hosts a Halloween costume party on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 424 W Main St. in Denison. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. with DJ Dun Nee D. The night includes music, games, prizes and giveaways, plus costume-contest awards for best single costume and best couple costume. Guests must be 18 or older.

Admission

Ticketed via Prekindle; face price not in static markup at check.

Age

18 and over.

Organizer

Rusty Chicken at The Rialto

Burgers & Bands: King's Trail Worship Band

Tom Bean Feed · Sherman, TX

Join a praise and worship night with the King's Trail Cowboy Church Worship Band at The Feed Yard at Tom Bean Feed on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Burgers & Bands evenings pair live music with food from the on-site Tom Bean Burger food truck.

Organizer

Tom Bean Feed

Fairview Baptist Trunk or Treat

Fairview Baptist Church · Durant, OK

Fairview Baptist Church invites the public to its annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The free family event is at 1200 W. University Blvd. in Durant.

Admission

Free to the public.

Organizer

Fairview Baptist Church

The Legion of Doom Halloween Haunted Lanes

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62 · Denison, TX

American Legion Post 62 hosts The Legion of Doom Halloween Haunted Lanes on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Post, 419 W. Crawford St., Denison, Texas 75020. First Legion of Doom haunted house; donations appreciated.

Admission

Donations appreciated; amount not stated.

Organizer

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62

Dodd City ISD Police Department 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat

Dodd City Independent School District · Dodd City, TX

Dodd City ISD Police Department invites families to its second annual Trunk or Treat in the Dodd City School parking lot on Halloween. Community costume and candy event; participating vehicle hosts can contact the school to sign up; award for best decorated trunk.

Organizer

Dodd City ISD Police Department

LIVE FROM THE DOGHOUSE: Haunted Disco ft. Mirrorball City

The Doghouse at Ole Red Tishomingo · Tishomingo, OK

Halloween dinner-and-show at The Doghouse at Ole Red Tishomingo featuring Mirrorball City. Costumes encouraged. Ticket includes admission, dinner, and live disco performance; full bar and merchandise available for purchase.

Admission

Ticketed dinner-and-show; ticket includes admission and dinner.

Organizer

Ole Red Tishomingo

Horror of Dracula

Chickasaw Cultural Center · Sulphur, OK

Saturday evening Anoli' Theater screening of the 1958 film Horror of Dracula at Chickasaw Cultural Center.

Admission

$4 adults; $3 children 12 and under; $6 combination package includes ticket, popcorn and bottled drink.

Organizer

Chickasaw Cultural Center

Trunk or Treat

Honey Grove Square / Small Town Charm · Honey Grove, TX

Honey Grove's annual Trunk or Treat returns around the square on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 6:30 p.m. Families gather near Small Town Charm at 515 North 5th Street for candy and costumes downtown.

Organizer

Small Town Charm / Honey Grove community

Mad Jack's Halloween Costume Party

Mad Jack's BLACKROOM · Ardmore, OK

Celebrate Halloween night, Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Mad Jack's BLACKROOM in historic downtown Ardmore. The party starts at 7:00 p.m. with music, dancing, cocktails and mocktails for purchase, and a costume contest with prizes. This is a 21-and-up event, and capacity is limited.

Admission

$15 general admission plus tax and fees; private party area for up to 8 guests $160 plus tax and fees.

Age

21+ only; valid ID required.

Organizer

Mad Jack's BLACKROOM

The Sweet Stop at Truth Church of Denison

Truth Church of Denison · Denison, TX

Truth Church of Denison welcomes the community to The Sweet Stop on October 31, 2026, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at 3411 South Polaris Street. Families can walk a candy-filled parking lot of decorated trunks handing out treats in a safe, family-friendly evening open to everyone.

Admission

Free community event; no ticket listed.

Organizer

Truth Church of Denison

Mad Jack's Haunted House

Mad Jack's Haunted House · Ardmore, OK

Mad Jack's Haunted House in downtown Ardmore is open Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at 114 N. Washington Street. Guests choose No Contact, Light Contact, or Full Contact scare levels. Advance tickets are recommended; public downtown parking is within a short walk.

Admission

Prices vary by scare level; advance tickets recommended.

Organizer

Mad Jack's Haunted House

Halloween Night Bash featuring the GenXiles

TUPPS Outdoor Beer Hall · McKinney, TX

TUPPS Brewery Halloween Night Bash in its Outdoor Beer Hall. Live music by the 1990s alternative-rock band the GenXiles from 7–10 p.m., followed by a DJ from 10 p.m. to midnight. The venue says the event is 21+ after 10 p.m. Event page schedules the listing through 11:55 p.m.; no admission price published.

Age

21+ after 10 p.m.

Organizer

TUPPS Brewery

Nightmare Farms

Nightmare Farms · Sherman, TX

Nightmare Farms in Sherman offers a nine-chapter haunted walkthrough on 2026-10-31 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Buy tickets online and allow extra time for parking and check-in.

Admission

General Admission starts at $39.95 plus a $2.42 fee; parking is $5 per vehicle. Prices may vary by ticket and date.

Organizer

Nightmare Farms TX

Halloween Bash with Greg Guymon

Calhoun's 2.0 · Denison, TX

Halloween Bash featuring Greg Guymon at Calhoun's 2.0. Doors open at 7 PM; exact performance start has not been announced. Costume contest with over $1,000 in prizes, including $250 for best individual costume and $250 for best group (3+); bartenders' picks $25 each. DJ before and after the band; kitchen open. Ages 18+ with valid ID.

Admission

21+ $10; ages 18–20 $20; valid ID required.

Age

18+ with valid ID

Organizer

Calhoun's 2.0

An Enchanted Halloween Party

Harvest at The Masonic · McKinney, TX

Harvest at The Masonic hosts an Enchanted Halloween Party with a costume contest at 11 PM and a $1,000 first prize.

Organizer

Harvest at The Masonic

Halloween Karaoke

VFW Post 2772 · Sherman, TX

A Halloween-themed karaoke evening listed for Saturday night on Sherman VFW Post 2772's official public events calendar.

Organizer

VFW Post 2772

BarnHill Halloween Bash with 80's Last Stand

BarnHill Vineyards · Anna, TX

BarnHill Vineyards' annual Halloween Bash features 80's Last Stand from 7:30–9:30 PM, a costume contest and a food truck. Gates open at 6:15 PM. Tickets are required; none are sold at the door. Ages 16+; minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission

Tickets required; none sold at the door. See the organizer ticket page for current prices.

Age

Ages 16+; minors must be accompanied by an adult. No children under 16.

Organizer

BarnHill Vineyards

Terrors of North Texas presents Twisted Tarot

Terrors of North Texas · Denison, TX

Terrors of North Texas presents Twisted Tarot on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 8:00 p.m. CDT at 2316 E. FM 120 in Denison. Tickets start from $20 via HauntPay; the listed operating window for the night runs 8:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. CDT.

Admission

From $20.00 via HauntPay ticketing.

Organizer

Terrors of North Texas

Rhond B Karaoke

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62 · Denison, TX

American Legion Post 62 hosts Rhond B Karaoke on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 8:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. at 419 W. Crawford St., Denison, Texas 75020. Post calendar: Come out and sing.

Organizer

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62

Annual Halloween Party

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62 · Denison, TX

American Legion Post 62 hosts its Annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 8:00 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. at the Post, 419 W. Crawford St., Denison, Texas 75020. Door prizes, games, costume contests, dancing, and a DJ.

Organizer

American Legion Fred W. Wilson–Sam Pattillo Post 62

A Geriatric Halloween Trainwreck

The George Tavern · Denison, TX

The Trainwreck's Halloween show at The George Tavern starts at 8 PM Saturday, October 31. Costume judging at 9 PM and awards at 10 PM.

Organizer

The Trainwreck

Metal Shop at The Island Bar & Grill

The Island Bar & Grill Lake Texoma · Pottsboro, TX

Metal Shop brings its 80s hair-metal rock show to The Island Bar & Grill at Lake Texoma on Halloween night.

DJ MAC at The Cowboy Club

The Cowboy Club · Van Alstyne, TX

DJ MAC performs at The Cowboy Club in Van Alstyne on October 31, 2026, from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m. November 1.

Organizer

The Cowboy Club

Jake Murphy

Guy Fieri’s American Kitchen + Bar · Durant, OK

Jake Murphy performs free live entertainment at Guy Fieri’s American Kitchen + Bar inside Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant.

Admission

Listed by Choctaw under FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT.

Organizer

Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant

C&C Music Factory

Gilley's Durant · Durant, OK

C&C Music Factory performs free live entertainment at Gilley's Durant inside Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant on Halloween night.

Admission

Listed by Choctaw under FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT.

Organizer

Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant

IT’S MILLER TIME!

Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant · Durant, OK

Cowboys game-day Miller Lite promotion at Choctaw Casino & Resort–Durant with bucket specials and a QR-code chance to win Cowboys tickets.

Age

21+

Organizer

Choctaw Casinos & Resorts

Sunday Brunch Board for Two + Carafe

DESCHAIN Cellars + Winery + Lounge · Gainesville, TX

Deschain Cellars serves Sunday Brunch Board for Two + Carafe in Gainesville on November 1, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Boards are $60, available while supplies last; reservations are optional.

Admission

$60 for Brunch Board for Two + Carafe.

Organizer

DESCHAIN Cellars + Winery + Lounge

Mission Kids Meeting

Stonebridge United Methodist Church · McKinney, TX

Kindergarten through fifth-grade kids are invited to work on service projects benefiting the local community at Stonebridge United Methodist Church.

Organizer

Stonebridge United Methodist Church

Tanner Young at Ole Red Tishomingo

Ole Red Tishomingo · Tishomingo, OK

Tanner Young performs live at Ole Red Tishomingo on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at 214 W. Main in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

Organizer

Ole Red Tishomingo

Wildlife Explorer Tram Tour

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge · Sherman, TX

Guided Wildlife Explorer tram tour through Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge with stops for wildlife, birding, habitat, refuge history and photography.

Admission

Free and open to the public; donations accepted. Registration/seating is limited.

Organizer

Friends of Hagerman NWR Foundation

Doormat Painting Workshop McKinney

Landon Winery McKinney · McKinney, TX

Sip, paint and create workshop at Landon Winery McKinney where participants design a custom seasonal doormat.

Admission

$35 for one seasonal doormat workshop or $60 for the Bestie Package for two.

Organizer

Landon Winery

10 Ways To Survive The Zombie Apocalypse

Starbright Center for the Arts · Pilot Point, TX

Starbright Youth Theatre presents Don Zolidis's comedic zombie-survival stage show at The Garage Door Theater. The production is rated PG-13 and runs approximately 30 minutes.

Organizer

Starbright Center for the Arts

Kids' Hairstyling Event

TUPPS Outdoor Beer Hall · McKinney, TX

A hands-on hair-styling session for parents, grandparents and caregivers to learn simple techniques while styling their own children's hair. TUPPS Brewery hosts professional stylists Ashley Daniel and Ren. Organizer offers tickets via its event page; no price published.

Organizer

TUPPS Brewery

Bomgaars Ladies' Night

Bomgaars · Sherman, TX

Bomgaars hosts Ladies' Night on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Sherman store, 2725 N. US Highway 75. Shop special savings and giveaways while 5% of that evening’s sales benefit Grayson Crisis Center.

Organizer

Bomgaars

Bomgaars Ladies' Night

Bomgaars Ada · Ada, OK

Bomgaars hosts Ladies' Night on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Ada store, 724 Arlington Ctr. Shop special savings and giveaways while 5% of that evening’s sales benefit Family Crisis Center, Inc..

Organizer

Bomgaars

Bomgaars Ladies' Night

Bomgaars Ardmore · Ardmore, OK

Bomgaars hosts Ladies' Night on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Ardmore store, 1925 N Rockford Road. Shop special savings and giveaways while 5% of that evening’s sales benefit Project31.

Organizer

Bomgaars

Bomgaars Ladies' Night

Bomgaars Durant · Durant, OK

Bomgaars hosts Ladies' Night on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Durant store, 2424 W Main St. Shop special savings and giveaways while 5% of that evening’s sales benefit Crisis Control Center (Durant).

Organizer

Bomgaars

Acoustic Eidolon

Jerome Westheimer Center for the Performing Arts · Ardmore, OK

Acoustic Eidolon performs at the Jerome Westheimer Center for the Performing Arts in Ardmore on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The duo's tour listing shows a 6:30 p.m. start (noted as a date/time change) at 921 Veterans Boulevard. Tickets are sold through the Westheimer Center box office.

Admission

Ticketed via Westheimer Center / Tix.

Organizer

Jerome Westheimer Center for the Performing Arts

Nightmare Farms — Season Finale

Nightmare Farms · Sherman, TX

Nightmare Farms in Sherman offers a nine-chapter haunted walkthrough on 2026-11-01 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Buy tickets online and allow extra time for parking and check-in.

Admission

General Admission starts at $39.95 plus a $2.42 fee; parking is $5 per vehicle. Prices may vary by ticket and date.

Organizer

Nightmare Farms TX

Impact Oklahoma

The Goddard Center · Ardmore, OK

Impact Oklahoma is an invite-only exhibition featuring more than a dozen of the state’s most accomplished artists, including The Goddard Center’s acclaimed muralist Rick Sinnett. Showcasing both public and studio-based work, the exhibition celebrates the artists who have helped shape Oklahoma’s visual identity and demonstrates the lasting impact of art on communities, culture, and regional identity.

Admission

Admission details are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

The Goddard Center

SEOSU Volleyball vs. Southwestern Oklahoma

Bloomer Sullivan Gymnasium · Durant, OK

Southeastern Oklahoma State University volleyball hosts Southwestern Oklahoma on November 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. at Bloomer Sullivan Gymnasium, 120 University Blvd., Durant, OK.

Admission

Ticket prices are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

Southeastern Oklahoma State University Athletics

Chickasaw Elder Appreciation Day

Chickasaw Council House Museum · Tishomingo, OK

Chickasaw Elder Appreciation Day is Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at the Chickasaw Council House Museum, 209 N. Fisher, Tishomingo, OK. Hosted for Chickasaw elders, with refreshments, door prizes, and cultural exhibits.

Admission

Admission details are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

Chickasaw Nation

15th Annual Power of the Purse

Gainesville Civic Center · Gainesville, TX

The 15th Annual Power of the Purse, presented by First United Bank, is a women's-only night out that benefits Cooke County United Way and its partner agencies working on youth opportunity, financial stability and healthy lives. It takes place Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Gainesville Civic Center. Tickets include entry, dinner and drinks, and live entertainment, plus an evening of designer and themed purse raffles, high-energy BINGO, Bust or Booty, the Treasure Game and door prizes. Guests are encouraged to dress in tea party attire, Mad Hatter or fancy, and bring a purse or two.

Admission

Ticketed; ticket includes entry, dinner and drinks, and live entertainment. Tickets are limited.

Organizer

Cooke County United Way

Danny Milan — Musical Arts Series

Fine Arts Recital Hall · Durant, OK

Part of the 54th Season of the Musical Arts Series at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m.: Danny Milan. All performances will be held in the Fine Arts Recital Hall. Series sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts, Oklahoma Arts Council, Steger Piano Institute, and the Clark and Wanda Bass Foundation.

Admission

Ticket/admission details are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma Pecan Festival

Depot Park · Ardmore, OK

Ardmore Main Street Authority hosts the Oklahoma Pecan Festival at Depot Park in downtown Ardmore, celebrating the pecan industry and Southern Oklahoma harvest season. Current organizer materials list pecan vendors, food trucks, tree giveaways, music, a kids’ corner, a Veterans parade and ceremony, and a BBQ cook-off as part of the festival weekend.

Admission

TravelOK lists free admission for the Oklahoma Pecan Festival. No gate charge is stated on the current Ardmore Main Street Authority event listing.

Organizer

Ardmore Main Street Authority

2026 Choctaw Powwow

Choctaw Event Center · Durant, OK

The Choctaw Cultural Center presents the 2026 Choctaw Powwow at the Choctaw Event Center in Durant, one of the nation’s largest powwows. The three-day gathering features gourd dancing, grand entries, dance and drum contests, and complimentary public admission.

Admission

Admission is complimentary per the official Choctaw Cultural Center powwow page.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

Fall Living History Days

Frontier Village & Museum · Denison, TX

Frontier Village & Museum hosts a fall Living History Day with historic demonstrations, traditional skills, re-enactors, artisan demonstrations, Old West gun fights, live music and family-oriented exploration of the historic village.

Admission

$8 general admission

Organizer

Frontier Village & Museum

Holiday Card Making Workshop

Old Settler's Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney holiday card-making workshop at Old Settler's Recreation Center.

Admission

$18 Residents / $25 Non-residents.

Age

Ages 8 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

Veteran's Day Parade

Main Street Ardmore · Ardmore, OK

Ardmore Main Street Authority lists a Veteran’s Day Parade on Main Street in downtown Ardmore. The parade is part of the city’s November Depot District calendar alongside Oklahoma Pecan Festival weekend activities.

Admission

The current Ardmore Main Street Authority calendar listing does not state an admission charge, so TWG does not infer free or paid admission.

Organizer

Ardmore Main Street Authority

Chili Cook Off Contest

SU Atrium · Durant, OK

SAVE THE DATE — Southeastern Oklahoma State University Chili Cook Off Contest on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the SU Atrium on the Durant campus. Open to alumni, the community, and faculty and staff.

Admission

Entry and tasting fees have not been announced yet; check back for details.

Organizer

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Football vs Southern Arkansas

Paul Laird Field at Spend Life Wisely Stadium · Durant, OK

Southeastern Oklahoma State University Savage Storm football hosts Southern Arkansas on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Paul Laird Field at Spend Life Wisely Stadium in Durant.

Admission

Ticket prices are not listed.

Organizer

Southeastern Oklahoma State University Athletics

Building the AI We Want!

Pottsboro Area Public Library · Pottsboro, TX

Pottsboro Area Public Library invites the community to decide whether and how Pottsboro should contribute information that could help AI better understand the community. Using an approach from the Center for Rural AI, participants will begin developing a community-driven plan.

Admission

The official listing does not publish an admission price.

Organizer

Pottsboro Area Public Library

Thursday Literary Society

Creative Arts Center · Bonham, TX

The Thursday Literary Society meets at the Creative Arts Center in Bonham for its November book-club gathering. The Creative Arts Center lists the November selection as “Buckeye.” Participants are encouraged to read or listen to the book beforehand, but everyone is welcome to attend even if they have not finished it.

Admission

Free to attend. Donations to the Creative Arts Center are encouraged.

Organizer

Thursday Literary Society

Murder on the Orient Express (Ardmore Little Theatre)

Charles B. Goddard Center for Visual and Performing Arts · Ardmore, OK

Ardmore Little Theatre presents Murder on the Orient Express at the Charles B. Goddard Center. Multiple performances Nov 12–15, 2026.

Admission

Adult $20.00; Student $10.00.

Organizer

Ardmore Little Theatre

Moonlight Market on W. Houston

Moonlight Market on W. Houston · Sherman, TX

Moonlight Market brings together a carefully curated selection of local vendors from Sherman and the surrounding areas. Browse handcrafted goods, artisan foods, custom hats, herbal remedies, and more under string lights on West Houston Street. Located directly across from 903 Brewers in downtown Sherman. 2nd & 4th Fridays, 6:00–9:00 PM, April–November (no July markets).

Admission

Admission details are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

Moonlight Market on W. Houston

90s Rock covered by Ninety 2 Nothin

BarnHill Vineyards · Anna, TX

Ninety 2 Nothin brings a high-energy set of 1990s rock and grunge covers to BarnHill Vineyards in Anna.

Admission

Advance ticket required; current ticket price was not verified.

Age

Ages 16+

Organizer

BarnHill Vineyards

La Mafia

Lucas Oil Live · Thackerville, OK

La Mafia has been at the top of the Tejano music scene since debuting in Houston, Texas in 1980. With over 30 studio albums, two Grammy awards and countless Billboard chart successes, they perform at Lucas Oil Live at WinStar on Nov. 13. The show is billed as Ahora y siempre.

Admission

Ticketed concert. Tickets are sold through SeatGeek via the official WinStar event page.

Organizer

WinStar World Casino and Resort

Wheels on the Water

Lake Murray Lodge · Ardmore, OK

Wheels on the Water is a motorcycle rally and scavenger hunt around Lake Murray hosted by Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapter 10-7 Ardmore, with all proceeds benefiting local veterans in need. Ride Day is Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Lake Murray Lodge: registration opens at 10:00 a.m., the first bike goes out at 11:00 a.m. and the last bike is due in at 5:00 p.m. Riders follow a custom treasure map to designated stops, and the day includes an Auxiliary Charm Challenge, raffle drawings, a silent auction, a vendor area and awards.

Admission

Registration: Rider $35; Passenger $15. Includes event participation, treasure map, passport card, ride award eligibility and access to event activities.

Organizer

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association OK Chapter 10-7 Ardmore

Holiday Craft Fair

McKinney Senior Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

The City of McKinney lists a free, all-ages Holiday Craft Fair at the McKinney Senior Recreation Center.

Admission

Free.

Organizer

City of McKinney

Eternal Bois d’Arc: Dinosaurs Tempered It, Caddo Nation Tamed It and America Built On It

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center · Sherman, TX

Second Saturday nature program with John Baecht of Bois d’Arc Kingdom about the tree’s natural and cultural history, from prehistoric wildlife and Caddo uses to settlement, farming and construction.

Admission

Free and open to the public; donations accepted.

Organizer

Friends of Hagerman NWR Foundation

Frybread Workshop

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

Participants will learn how to make fry bread with guidance from Pat Wood. Each participant will receive their own fry bread–making kit to use during the workshop. Registration for this workshop is $20.00 per person. Please note that all sales are final, and refunds are not available. We appreciate your understanding.

Admission

$20.00 per person registration; all sales final, no refunds.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

Frybread Workshop

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

Participants will learn how to make fry bread with guidance from Pat Wood. Each participant will receive their own fry bread–making kit to use during the workshop. Registration for this workshop is $20.00 per person. Please note that all sales are final, and refunds are not available. We appreciate your understanding.

Admission

$20.00 per person registration; all sales final, no refunds.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

30th Annual Chigger Chase

Ardmore Regional Park · Ardmore, OK

The 30th Annual Chigger Chase runs through the Festival of Lights at Ardmore Regional Park at dusk on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The evening starts at the Regional Park Pavilion with the Children's Chigger Chase half-mile run for kids 12 and under at 4:45 p.m., followed by the Mascot Race at 5:00 p.m. and the timed 5K and untimed 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 5:30 p.m. on a paved out-and-back course under the holiday lights. Festive attire is encouraged, and proceeds support Ardmore Regional Park programming and improvements.

Admission

Children's Run (ages 12 and under) $20; 5K Run $35; 1-mile Fun Run $35.

Organizer

Ardmore Regional Park

Bayker Blankenship & Southall With Caroline Grace

The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant · Durant, OK

Country concert at Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant featuring Bayker Blankenship and Southall with Caroline Grace.

Admission

Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster, the official ticketing agent of Choctaw Casinos & Resorts.

Organizer

Choctaw Casinos & Resorts

Ithana: The Learn and Lunch Series

Holisso: The Center for Study of Chickasaw History and Culture · Sulphur, OK

The Chickasaw Cultural Center hosts Ithana: The Learn and Lunch Series once monthly in Holisso: The Center for Study of Chickasaw History and Culture. Upcoming presentation: Nov. 17 at noon. Presentation is free and open to the public. Attendees may choose to purchase the $7 lunch option.

Admission

Presentation free and open to the public; optional lunch $7.

Organizer

Chickasaw Cultural Center

The Sound of Julie: Celebrating the Music of Julie Andrews

The Goddard Center · Ardmore, OK

Tribute concert celebrating the music of Julie Andrews, featuring vocalist Hayley Renee and favorites from Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, and more, also honoring Judy Garland, Dick Van Dyke, and Barbra Streisand. Presented at the Charles B. Goddard Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Ardmore.

Admission

Adult (Premium Seating) $35.00; Adult (Standard Seating) $30.00; Veteran/First Responder/Seniors $25.00; Pay What You Can $15.00; Student/Educator $15.00.

Organizer

Charles B. Goddard Center for Visual and Performing Arts

Thanksgiving Luncheon

McKinney Senior Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney Thanksgiving luncheon at the McKinney Senior Recreation Center.

Admission

$25 Member / $35 Non-member.

Age

Ages 50 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

Mistletoe Market

Hilton Garden Inn Texoma Event Center · Denison, TX

The Junior League of Grayson County hosts the 2nd Annual Mistletoe Market at the Hilton Garden Inn Texoma Event Center in Denison. The holiday shopping weekend includes a Thursday VIP Preview Party plus two days of general-admission shopping with unique merchants, Merry Mahjong on Friday, and Storytime with Santa on Saturday. Proceeds support Junior League programs benefiting children and youth in Grayson County.

Admission

Official Zeffy ticketing lists General Admission at $15 (Friday, November 20 or Saturday, November 21) and VIP Preview Party tickets at $100 (Thursday, November 19, 6:00–9:00 PM).

Organizer

Junior League of Grayson County

Grayson Music Department Recital

Cruce Stark Auditorium, Grayson College · Denison, TX

The Grayson College Music Department presents its Music Department Recital on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Cruce Stark Auditorium on the Grayson College Denison campus. The auditorium is in the Arts and Communication Center, on the left of the circle drive at the campus main entrance.

Organizer

Grayson College Music Department

November Curator Talk: Carriers of Culture (The Next Generation)

Choctaw Cultural Center · Calera, OK

Join Curator Mo for this month's talk in the Artist Spotlight Hallway. Aiimvlhpesa Shali (Carriers of Culture) celebrates the next generation of Choctaw artists whose creativity and cultural knowledge help carry Chahta heritage into the future. Featuring aspiring artists from across the Choctaw Nation and beyond, the exhibition showcases a variety of artistic mediums inspired by family, community, and tradition. Their work reflects the enduring strength of Choctaw culture while demonstrating how cultural knowledge continues to thrive through contemporary artistic expression. This is included with admission to the Choctaw Cultural Center. Admission is complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Admission

Included with Choctaw Cultural Center admission; complimentary for Choctaw tribal members and Cultural Center members.

Organizer

Choctaw Cultural Center

Sensory-friendly Movie Night: The Polar Express

Old Settler's Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

Sensory-friendly screening of The Polar Express presented by the City of McKinney at Old Settler's Recreation Center.

Admission

$2 Residents / $3 Non-residents.

Age

Ages 4 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

True Options Turkey Trot

Piner Middle School · Sherman, TX

True Options Pregnancy Center hosts the 11th Annual True Options Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run in Sherman. The family-friendly race day includes a 1-mile fun run/walk and a chip-timed 5K, with proceeds supporting True Options’ work with men and women facing unplanned pregnancy.

Admission

Official Race Roster pricing (base registration amounts before processing): 5K Run $30.00 through Oct. 31 and $35.00 Nov. 1–20; 1M Fun Run $25.00 through Oct. 31 and $30.00 Nov. 1–20. Sleep-in T-shirt and team options are also listed on the registration page.

Organizer

True Options Pregnancy Center

Native American Heritage Celebration

John & Judy Gay Library · McKinney, TX

All-ages Native American Heritage Celebration with timed-entry sessions at John & Judy Gay Library. The City lists sessions from 10:00-11:30 AM and 11:30 AM-1:00 PM.

Admission

Free; registration required.

Organizer

City of McKinney

Let's Talk Turkey

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Learn about wild turkeys at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit, including their history and common myths, then make a turkey mask to take home. The program is offered in two sessions at the Nature Center: 11:00 AM-noon and 1:00-2:00 PM.

Admission

The program is included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Gainesville Wine & Country Festival

Historic Downtown Gainesville · Gainesville, TX

3rd Annual Gainesville Wine & Country Festival in Historic Downtown Gainesville. North Texas Wine Country / North Texas Winery Association hosts tastings from 16 award-winning North Texas wineries, trade vendors, local shops and eats, and live music. General admission includes 2 x 3/4 oz pours at each of the 16 wineries; VIP adds premium pours, selected bites, wine swag, and VIP area at Landon Winery.

Admission

Ticket tiers (plus fees): Early Bird through Sep 30 — GA $28 / VIP $58; Regular Oct 1–Nov 20 — GA $38 / VIP $68; Day of Nov 21 — GA $48 / VIP $78. VIP limited (200).

Organizer

North Texas Wine Country

McSwain Theatre Showcase featuring Jae L. & Crossover

McSwain Theatre · Ada, OK

McSwain Theatre Showcase featuring Jae L. & Crossover is Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., with special guests. Tickets: $15 regular, $13 senior, $10 child.

Admission

$15 regular / $13 senior / $10 child; groups of 15+ contact (580) 332-8108.

Organizer

McSwain Theatre / Chickasaw Nation

Jamey Johnson Traveling Truebadour Tour

The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant · Durant, OK

Jamey Johnson brings the Traveling Truebadour Tour to Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant. Ticketed concert; Ticketmaster is the official ticketing agent of Choctaw Casinos & Resorts.

Admission

Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster, the official ticketing agent of Choctaw Casinos & Resorts.

Organizer

Choctaw Casinos & Resorts

Turkey Burn Ride

Apex Centre · McKinney, TX

Holiday-season indoor cycling ride at Apex Centre on Sunday, November 22, 2026 from noon to 1:00 PM for ages 13 and up.

Admission

Free for members / $7 non-members.

Age

Ages 13+

Organizer

City of McKinney Parks & Recreation

Walk Off the Stuffing

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Join rangers at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit for a post-Thanksgiving hike from the Dogwood Canyon Parking Lot. Participants can choose either the 5.2-mile Dogwood Canyon Trail or the 2.6-mile Cross Timbers Trail.

Admission

The program is included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Jodeci and Bobby Brown

Lucas Oil Live · Thackerville, OK

Join us on Nov. 27 as Jodeci and Bobby Brown bring soulful harmonies to an unforgettable evening of R&B favorites at Lucas Oil Live. Celebrating 35 years as one of the most influential R&B groups of all time, JODECI established themselves as a trendsetting force throughout the culture with their signature style, soulful harmonies, and chart-topping hits. On Nov. 27, Lucas Oil Live welcomes Jodeci and Bobby Brown for a one-night-only concert as part of the 35th Anniversary Tour of Forever My Lady.

Admission

Ticketed concert. Tickets are sold through SeatGeek via the official WinStar event page.

Organizer

WinStar World Casino and Resort

Small Business Saturday Donut Stroll

Downtown Denison · Denison, TX

Downtown Denison celebrates Small Business Saturday on November 28, 2026, with the Donut Stroll from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Shoppers visit participating businesses for complimentary donuts while holiday shopping. Pick up a passport and collect 10 stamps from separate participating businesses, or spend $150 in a single store for fast-pass entry, then bring stamped passports to Niche Coffee & Shop at 410 W. Main Street before 4:00 p.m. One winner will receive a $500 Downtown Denison gift card in a drawing at 4:00 p.m.

Admission

Complimentary donuts at participating businesses; passport drawing for a $500 Downtown Denison gift card.

Organizer

Downtown Denison / City of Denison Main Street

Bonham Christmas Tree Lighting & S'Mores Cook-Off

Historic Downtown Bonham Square · Bonham, TX

Historic Downtown Bonham lights its Christmas tree on Saturday, November 28, 2026. Festivities begin on the square at 5:30 p.m. with the 2nd S'Mores Cook-Off, as teams from local businesses and organizations serve samples in hopes of being crowned champion. At 6:00 p.m. the courthouse bells toll and the tree is lit.

Organizer

Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce

Parade of Lights

Main Street Ardmore · Ardmore, OK

Ardmore Main Street Authority kicks off the Christmas season with the annual Parade of Lights, a nighttime Christmas parade that lights up downtown Ardmore along Main Street.

Admission

The official Ardmore Main Street Authority event page does not state an admission charge, so TWG does not infer free or paid admission.

Organizer

Ardmore Main Street Authority

Hot Chocolate in Market Square Cafe

Market Square Cafe · Durant, OK

Durant Main Street hosts Hot Chocolate in Market Square Cafe on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Admission

Admission details are not listed; see the official event page.

Organizer

Durant Main Street

Tree Lighting / Christmas Parade / Hot Cocoa Competition

Heritage Park and Downtown Denison · Denison, TX

Downtown Denison's annual holiday kickoff combines live music, the city tree lighting, Santa in Heritage Park, the Denison Area Chamber of Commerce Hot Cocoa Competition, and the Christmas Parade. Shawnda Rains Entertainment Group performs at 5:00 PM, and the tree lighting begins at 6:00 PM.

Organizer

City of Denison / Downtown Denison

Dance the Halls

Apex Centre · McKinney, TX

Holiday-season dance fitness activity at Apex Centre on Friday, December 4, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for ages 13 and up.

Admission

$5 member / $7 non-member.

Age

Ages 13+

Organizer

City of McKinney Parks & Recreation

Breakfast with Santa

Old Settler's Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney Breakfast with Santa at Old Settler's Recreation Center.

Admission

$15 Resident / $21 Non-resident.

Organizer

City of McKinney

Sweets, Spirits & Sparkles 2026

Creative Arts Center · Bonham, TX

The Creative Arts Center's Sweets, Spirits & Sparkles Indoor Holiday Market offers a holiday shopping day featuring handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items made by local artists. The event is part of the Center's annual Sweets, Spirits & Sparkles fundraiser week.

Admission

Free admission.

Organizer

Creative Arts Center

Cultural Storytime

John & Judy Gay Library · McKinney, TX

Free cultural storytime at John & Judy Gay Library on Monday, December 7, 2026 from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM for ages 3–5; registration is required.

Admission

Free; registration required.

Age

Ages 3–5

Organizer

McKinney Public Library System

Santa's Snack Station Tray

Old Settler's Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney Santa's Snack Station Tray holiday workshop at Old Settler's Recreation Center.

Admission

$40 Member / $56 Non-member

Age

Ages 6 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

Holiday Craft: Gingerbread House

Old Settler's Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney gingerbread-house holiday craft at Old Settler's Recreation Center.

Admission

$20 Resident / $28 Non-resident

Age

Ages 6 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

Reindeer Ride

Apex Centre · McKinney, TX

Holiday-season indoor cycling ride at Apex Centre on Monday, December 14, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for ages 13 and up.

Admission

Free for members / $7 non-members.

Age

Ages 13+

Organizer

City of McKinney Parks & Recreation

Holiday Party

McKinney Senior Recreation Center · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney holiday party at the Senior Recreation Center.

Admission

$12 Member / $17 Non-member

Age

Ages 50 and up

Organizer

City of McKinney

Campfires and Cocoa

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Warm up around a campfire with Ranger Celia at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit. Bring a mug and enjoy hot cocoa or coffee at Campsite 33 in Juniper Cove while asking questions about Texas State Parks and taking in the water view.

Admission

The program is included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Winter SOLE-stice Hike

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Celebrate the first day of winter with a ranger-led hike at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit. The approximately 2.5-mile hike follows the Cross Timbers Trail and marks the shortest day and longest night of the year.

Admission

The program is included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Noon Years Eve

John & Judy Gay Library · McKinney, TX

City of McKinney Noon Years Eve program at John & Judy Gay Library.

Admission

Free; registration required.

Organizer

City of McKinney

First Day Hike (Self Guided)

Ray Roberts Lake State Park — Johnson Branch Unit · Valley View, TX

Start 2027 outdoors with a self-guided First Day Hike at Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Johnson Branch Unit. Hike on your own terms during park hours, using the park's trail maps as needed, then stop by Headquarters or the Nature Center after your hike to pick up a First Day Hike sticker.

Admission

The program is included with park entry. Texas Parks & Wildlife lists current entrance fees as $7 per adult per day; children age 12 and under are free.

Organizer

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Scotty Alexander

Calhoun's 2.0 · Denison, TX

Scotty Alexander performs at Calhoun's 2.0 in Denison on February 20, 2027.