This weekend in Sherman-Denison, TX

IHOP in Sherman presents family oriented balloon twisting entertainment for all customers throughout the restaurant, adding a playful touch to the dining experience. The focus is on fun that reaches the entire dining area and creates a lively, welcoming atmosphere for guests.

The Pumpkin Grove Festival welcomes family, friends, and neighbors for a cheerful autumn celebration. The event features a costume contest, yard games, a scavenger hunt, and a fall themed photo booth, along with additional activities and games for all ages. Guests who arrive in costume receive free park admission. Expect lighthearted fun, photo friendly moments, and plenty of seasonal spirit for everyone.

With the heat finally easing, September's Westwood Market offers a more comfortable experience, creating a relaxed atmosphere without the summer scorch.

One Piece TCG play at Mt. Moon Collectibles welcomes both beginners and veteran players. Entry is $10 per person, with prizes set at one pack for each win. Expect friendly, competitive matches where participants face off and compete for packs and bragging rights.

Step up to the mic for a casual karaoke gathering where anyone who loves to sing is welcome. Enjoy a friendly setting focused on fun performances.

Set out on a calm, meandering creek where tree canopies cast shifting light on the water and birdsong fills the air. This peaceful paddle pairs exploration with a search for fossilized shark teeth, remnants from an ancient sea that once covered the area. Along the rocky banks and in the sediment, these small treasures wait to be found, turning each stop into a moment of discovery. This ticketed outing spends a few hours floating and pausing to dig for fossils. It is designed for kids, beginners, and novices, and includes narration along the way. Participants may continue exploring for the rest of the day with their own gear. Ice cold water is provided. Expect gentle flow and water about 3 to 4 feet deep on a low, slow route covering roughly a mile or less. Paddleboards, kayaks, or a canoe are suitable. The launch is a gentle grassy slope about 100 yards from parking, and parking is roadside with no fee. Bring a kitchen colander and a small garden spade for sifting. There are countless fossils in this creek, so plan to spend as much time searching as paddling. For questions, text 469-806-7400.

Enjoy a casual, no-cost mahjong session at Valley Vines Tasting Room that welcomes newcomers and regulars alike. Please bring a 2026 card and, if available, your own setup.

Clear some space and grow your garden at a community plant swap. Trade a plant you bring for a different one, and pass along any unused pots, tools, or other gardening supplies that could be put to better use by someone else. Spend time swapping greenery, exchanging gardening tips, and meeting fellow plant lovers. Participation is free.

Sips and Sounds is a weekly gathering at HeyDay Denison featuring live performances by local artists. Settle in for a relaxed evening where you can have dinner, order a drink, bowl a few frames, or simply unwind with friends while the music sets the tone. A comfortable way to wind down the weekend with food, live tunes, and good company.