Good morning, Denton.

North Texas will host nine FIFA World Cup matches, and rideshare companies like Alto and luxury shuttle Shutto are hiring extra drivers to meet the surge in crowds.

Alto has already begun scheduling rides (CEO Will Coleman confirms early demand) while Uber and Lyft are expanding their driver support.

Latino voters in North Texas are poised to influence the Senate race between state Rep. James Talarico and Attorney General Ken Paxton as they will cast ballots this November—citing rising grocery, gas, and healthcare costs while experts say their swing may reshape local political dynamics.

Sam Collier, a Corinth native and record-holding powerlifter, will join the US team to compete at the 2026 International Powerlifting Federation World Classic and Equipped Bench Press Championships in Warsaw, Poland.

Sammy Arriaga Live

7-11 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — $15adv | $20dos — Experience an evening of live music with Sammy Arriaga.

Brew & Que Festival 2026

4-10 p.m. — Lakefront Grill — Admission prices vary — Enjoy a festival of BBQ and brews with live music and fun activities.

Summer Con3

10 a.m. — Golden Triangle Mall — Free entry — Celebrate pop culture with collectibles, toys, and anime merchandise.

June Mushroom Foray at Old Alton Bridge

12-2 p.m. — Old Alton Bridge — Free for members, $20 non-members, $10 for kids 10-17 — Explore the fascinating world of fungi in their native habitat with guided expertise.

University of North Texas Soccer Camp

June 15-18 — Mean Green Soccer and Track & Field Stadium — Registration required — Develop your soccer skills at the University of North Texas residential camp.

50+ Tropical Luau Night

6-9 p.m. — Denton Senior Center — $10 Resident/$12 Non-Resident — Experience an island paradise with Hawaiian-inspired cuisine and a festive luau dance to celebrate together.

Triumph Roadster Demo Days at MonkeyMoto

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — MonkeyMoto — RSVP required — Experience Triumph's high-performance Roadsters with demo rides and exclusive swag for early participants.

Oddities Market

1-6 p.m. — Harvest House — Free entry — Explore unique handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying tarot readings and specialty drinks.

Henri Herbert & The Fury with Johnny Moeller

3-6 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Cost info unavailable — Experience an evening of soulful piano performances from Henri Herbert and special guest Johnny Moeller.