If you’re looking for things to do over the holidays, such as Dallas Heritage Village Candlelight Christmas, Christmas on Main Street in Grapevine, The Trains at NorthPark, Holiday at the Arboretum and much more, be sure to check out these Holiday Events below.
For more holiday events such as Breakfast with Santa, photos with Santa & “non-holiday” events, check out our Event Calendar for all the scoop!
A Christmas Carol Teas
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 12/07/2019 to 12/14/2019
Event Time: 03:30:00 PM till 04:00:00 PM
Cost: $40 per person; $30 per Friend of the Farmers Branch Historical Park member
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Farmers Branch Historical Park
Location Address: 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Click for Google Map
Description: Event Categories: Historical Park, Seasonal/Holiday, Special Event Join us for an afternoon of live harp music, delectable treats, Christmas decor, and of course, tea. space is limited and pre-registration is required
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Breakfast with the Grinch
Date of event: 12/21/2019
Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 11:00:00 AM
Cost: $6/Person or $20/Family of 4
Location Address: 3630 North Shiloh Road, Garland, TX 75042 Click for Google Map
Description: Breakfast with the grinch, will be served pancakes, sausage, and eggs. Coffee, hot chocolate, and water. Pictures with the grinch will be available (we are asking for donations, but not required) There will be games as well as Vendors present to purchase items as well. We will be collecting winter clothing items for Women and children to give to Nexus Recovery at Christmas time. Collecting items such as Coats, sweaters, socks, underwear, bras, long sleeve shirts and pants. Items are asked to be new or gently used. Donations will take $2.00 off of breakfast or a fun patch for Girl Scouts attending.
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Candlelight at Dallas Heritage Village
This event occurs Daily from 12/14/2019 to 12/15/2019
Event Time: 03:00:00 PM till 09:00:00 PM
Cost: Tickets available on line
Location Name: Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park
Location Address: 1515 S Harwood, Dallas, TX 75215 Click for Google Map
Description: Travel back in time with us at our annual Candlelight holiday celebration, where you can sing along with strolling carolers, tell St. Nicholas your holiday wishes, and make holiday crafts. The Village will be decked in festive lights and traditional decor, Willie and Waylon will be available for wagon rides, local groups perform on three stages all evening. Festive foods are available for purchase from food trucks as well as a bake sale, traditional kettle korn, nuts and more.
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Chanukah Menorah Lighting at the Galleria
This event occurs Daily from 12/22/2019 to 12/30/2019
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: The Galleria Level 1, near Guest Reception Center
Location Address: 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas Click for Google Map
Description: Celebrate Chanukah with our large-scale menorah. As with tradition, a candle is lit each night of Chanukah at sunset.
Christkindl Market
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/22/2019
Cost: Free Admission
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: North Plaza at Globe Life Field
Location Address: 1650 E. Randol Mill Road Arlington, TX 76011 Click for Google Map
Description: Celebrate the season “German style” with shopping, great food, and lots of fun for everyone. Inspired by a cherished German tradition, this family-friendly market features a unique shopping experience for holiday gifts, decorations, and one-of-a-kind finds. FREE admission. Sunday – Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Christmas at the Anatole Peppermint Park
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/22/2019
Event Time: 05:00:00 PM till 09:00:00 PM
Cost: see website for details
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Hilton Anatole
Location Address: 2201 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas,TX 75207 Click for Google Map
Description: Hilton Anatole is excited to have Peppermint Park back with the holiday season experience this year! In addition to Breakfast With Santa, the Peppermint Park holiday season experience will feature games and activities for kids, mingling with Santa Claus, holiday shows, train rides around the park, light displays and more! A select number of tickets will be available to the public, but access for hotel guests is always available.
Christmas at the Ranch
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 02:00:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Doubletree Ranch Park
Location Address: 310 Highland Village Rd., Highland Village, Texas 75077 Click for Google Map
Description: Come out and join us at Doubletree Ranch Park on Saturday, December 14 for the annual Christmas at the Ranch event! There will be activities that the whole family can enjoy including Christmas Carolers, Santa’s workshop for children, a special visit from Santa and his reindeer, ice skating rink, large snow hill, and much more!
Christmas In Adriatica Village & Toy Drive
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 12:00:00 PM till 04:00:00 PM
Location Name: Adriatica Village
Location Address: SEC Corner of Virginia and Stonebridge, McKinney, Texas
Description: Christmas in Adriatica Village and Toy Drive benefiting Boy’s & Girl’s Club of America! Stroll through the most beautiful European style village in the heart of McKinney, Texas and attend a magical event, for the entire family! Cookie decorating, toy drive, shopping, Photos with Santa, live music and so much more!
Christmas in the Park
Date of event: 12/21/2019
Event Begins at: 08:30:00AM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Fair Park Automobile Building
Location Address: 2nd Street, Dallas Click for Google Map
Description: For under-privileged children.
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Christmas Parlor Sociable at Nash Farm
Date of event: 12/20/2019
Event Begins at: 10:00:00AM
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: 14 years and older
Location Name: Nash Farm
Location Address: 626 Ball St Grapevine, TX Click for Google Map
Description: Enjoy a social call to Nash Farm during the Christmas season with coffee, tea and sweets, along with parlor games and conversations.
DeGolyer House featuring “Christkindlmarket Treasures”
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/31/2019
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Dallas Arboretum
Location Address: 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX Click for Google Map
Description: Visit the DeGolyer House to view its magnificent transformation into a Christkindlmarket where each room features a collection of treasures typically found in the European Christmas markets. Daily • 10am-4pm Wednesday Evenings • 6-9pm
Denison on Ice
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 01/05/2020
Cost: $10 Adults | $7 Child (12 and younger) | $5 Seniors & Veterans
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Downtown Denison
Location Address: 530 W Main St, Denison, TX 75020 Click for Google Map
Description: Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
Farmstead Christmas Celebration at Nash Farm
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 01:00:00 PM till 04:00:00 PM
Cost: $5 per person
Ages: all ages
Location Name: Nash Farm
Location Address: 626 Ball St Grapevine, TX Click for Google Map
Description: Join the farmhands for a family celebration of the season and open house including making ornaments, traditional music, refreshments and more.
Gingerbread House Decorating
Date of event: 12/15/2019
Event Time: 02:00:00 PM till 04:00:00 PM
Cost: $24 for members, $26 for non-members
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Community Activity Center Multipurpose Rooms
Location Address: 1200 Gerault Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028 Click for Google Map
Description: ‘Tis the season to decorate gingerbread houses! A pre-built house and all decorations needed will be provided by Recreation Staff. Families are only asked to bring holiday spirit and creativity! Price is per a gingerbread house and pre-registration is required.
High Tea in the Hall
Date of event: 12/20/2019
Event Begins at: 03:30:00PM
Location Name: Fair Park Hall of State
Location Address: 2nd Street, Dallas Click for Google Map
Description: Bring your friends and family and join us for High Tea in the Great Hall for a Texas Holiday Celebration! DOORS OPEN at 3:30 PM TEA SERVICE starts at 4:00. Ends at 5:30 PM. Visit with Santa in the Great Hall (Photo opportunity under the Gold Medallion) | 4:30 – 6:00 PM. 1930s Era Informal Modeling by Texas Vintage Society, Great Raffle Prizes! and more!
Holiday Activities at The Fort Worth Nature Center
This event occurs Daily from 11/25/2019 to 01/03/2020
Location Name: Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
Location Address: 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Click for Google Map
Description: During the holiday breaks around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, we offer a variety of outdoor activities to encourage families to come out and enjoy nature. Programs include Bison Feeding Hayrides, crafts, nature-related programs, and even some time canoeing on the water. Consider taking a break from the holiday cooking and festivities and reacquaint yourselves with the outdoors. Visit website for details.
Holiday Home Tour
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 03:00:00 PM till 07:00:00 PM
Cost: $18/person
Location Name: Historic South Gainesville
Description: Carriages, Choirs, and Live Nativity and get a glimpse into 6 homes in Historic South Gainesville
Holiday Market
This event occurs Daily from 12/02/2019 to 12/24/2019
Location Name: Dallas Arboretum Café on the Green
Location Address: 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218 Click for Google Map
Description: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden debuts a brand new Christmas Village as part of Holiday at the Arboretum. Inspired by the European Christmas Markets, or Christkindlmarket, The Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Christmas Village is comprised of 12 charming shops and façades that represent a quaint European hamlet. Children and adults can explore these large themed houses and experience the holiday businesses including a bakery, a candy shop, Santa’s House and more. At night, the Christmas Village shops and trees shine bright with more than a million lights in the Arboretum. During the weekends and evenings, there are also volunteers dressed as a shopkeeper in each store, most passing out a sample of their wares, such as a piece of candy at the candy shop.
Holiday Marketplace in the Grove
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 12/14/2019 to 12/21/2019
Event Time: 05:00:00 PM till 09:00:00 PM
Ages: All ages
Location Name: The Grove @ Mustang Crossing
Location Address: 12700 Denton Drive, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Click for Google Map
Description: Celebrate the holiday season by shopping at the Marketplace, Skating Under the Stars, letting the kids enjoy activities and don’t forget about seeing Santa!
Holiday Tea with American Girl
This event occurs Daily from 12/19/2019 to 12/20/2019
Event Time: 02:00:00 PM till 04:30:00 PM
Cost: $22 per person
Location Name: American Girl Store Galleria Mall
Location Address: 13464 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75240 Click for Google Map
Description: We’ll serve a selection of delectable treats and delicious drinks for both kids and adults. Children will enjoy a festive “silly sweaters” craft, plus a build-your-own hot chocolate station where they can create a concoction that they can take home as a gift. Please make a reservation anytime between 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Holiday Tours
This event occurs Daily from 12/19/2019 to 12/21/2019
Cost: Free
Location Name: Winspear Opera House
Location Address: 2403 Flora St #500, Dallas, TX 75201 Click for Google Map
Description: Join us for a free backstage tour of the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House featuring the Moody Foundation Chandelier Light Show. All tours begin at the Reception Desk in the front lobby of the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House and last approximately one (1) hour. Weekday tours @ 4pm, Sat @ 11am.
Holidays at the Heard
This event occurs Daily from 12/13/2019 to 12/14/2019
Event Time: 06:30:00 PM till 09:00:00 PM
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
Location Address: 1 Nature Place McKinney, TX 75069 Click for Google Map
Description: Holidays at the Heard brings the beauty of the holiday season into nature. Bundle up and experience the most unique holiday event in North Texas! Guests will see lights and holiday décor along a half mile Heard nature trail. In keeping with the Heard’s role as a nature preserve, this light display is designed to enhance, rather than overpower, the sanctuary’s natural beauty. Also, you’ll get to travel back in time to experience 10 life-size dinosaurs along a nature trail. Children and the young at heart will enjoy the opportunity to take a photo with Father Christmas and Mother Nature in a festive setting. More information coming soon!
Holidays in the National Parks
This event occurs Daily from 12/01/2019 to 01/05/2020
Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 05:00:00 PM
Cost: $16/adults; $14/ages 13 – 17 yrs; $10/5-12 yrs; 4 & under – Free
Location Name: George W. Bush Presidential Center
Location Address: 2943 SMU Blvd, Dallas TX Click for Google Map
Description: Holiday in the National Parks special exhibit will be adorned with traditional and elegant decorations that decorated the White House in 2007, such as mixed greenery, gold ribbons, poinsettias, and white flowers, reflecting our nation’s breathtaking landscapes and historical sites. Models of the Alamo, Frederic Douglass House, Mount Rushmore, Spanish missions, and more are incorporated into the exhibit, as well as behind-the-scenes photos of Mrs. Bush’s 31 visits to and 45 events in support of the National Parks. Don’t miss the replica of the official White House Blue Room Christmas tree, which will be covered in gold stars, gold beaded garland, and 347 gold ball ornaments – each hand painted by a National Park artisan to reflect park treasures from sea to shining sea.
Hometown Christmas Grapevine
This event occurs Daily from 11/19/2019 to 01/06/2020
Cost: $1 per person (FREE with a Grapevine Christmas Passport – Elf Adventure)
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Grapevine Visitors Center
Location Address: 636 S. Main Street Grapevine, TX Click for Google Map
Description: Experience the charm and spirit of a classic American town preparing for Christmas in this interactive Christmas exhibition. Take a walk down memory lane by visiting Grapevine’s Hometown Christmas exhibit! Christmas is a wonderful time of year; the sights, the sounds and the smells make it easy to get swept away in the memories of it all. Grapevine’s Hometown Christmas exhibit will have plenty of picture-perfect moments while becoming a holiday must that will delight the kid in all of us! Stroll through vintage vignettes and snap pictures to create Instagrammable memories. The exhibition is on display daily except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Illumination Celebration
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/24/2019
Event Time: 12:00:00 PM till 01:00:00 AM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Galleria Mall
Location Address: 13350 Dallas Pky, Dallas, TX 75380 Click for Google Map
Description: The nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree illuminates in grand fashion for a special tree lighting choreographed to magical sounds of the season. Monday – Saturday: shows at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m., and 8 p.m. Sunday shows same time, but no 8 pm show.
Letters to Santa at Nordstrom
This event occurs Daily from 12/01/2019 to 12/24/2019
Event Begins at: 10:00:00AM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Nordstrom Galleria Mall
Location Address: 5220 Alpha Rd Dallas, TX 75240 Click for Google Map
Description: Every store offers kids of all ages a place to send Santa a letter this holiday! Each store will receive a Santa mail station where kids can write a letter to Santa and receive a letter back from Santa. Each reply includes a thank you treat from Santa for mailing their letter at Nordstrom – good for a complimentary hot cocoa and treat from the eBar next time they visit Nordstrom.
North Pole Elves on the GeO-Deck
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 11/30/2019 to 12/21/2019
Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 03:00:00 PM
Location Name: Reunion Tower
Location Address: 300 Reunion Blvd. East Click for Google Map
Description: Holidays are merry and bright at Reunion Tower with GeO-Deck the Halls! Spread holiday cheer every Saturday on the GeO-Deck with North Pole elves. Enjoy photos ops, crafts and activities. Holiday events are included with the purchase of general admission tickets.
North Pole Elves on the GeO-Deck
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 11/30/2019 to 12/21/2019
Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 03:00:00 PM
Location Name: Reunion Tower
Location Address: 300 Reunion Blvd. East Click for Google Map
Description: Holidays are merry and bright at Reunion Tower with GeO-Deck the Halls! Spread holiday cheer every Saturday on the GeO-Deck with North Pole elves. Enjoy photos ops, crafts and activities. Holiday events are included with the purchase of general admission tickets.
North Pole Elves on the GeO-Deck
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 11/30/2019 to 12/21/2019
Event Time: 11:00:00 AM till 03:00:00 PM
Location Name: Reunion Tower
Location Address: 300 Reunion Blvd. East Click for Google Map
Description: Holidays are merry and bright at Reunion Tower with GeO-Deck the Halls! Spread holiday cheer every Saturday on the GeO-Deck with North Pole elves. Enjoy photos ops, crafts and activities. Holiday events are included with the purchase of general admission tickets.
North Pole Express in Grapevine
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/23/2019
Cost: $28-38 per person, for ages 1 year and older. Infants will be required to ride in the lap of an adul
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Grapevine Vintage Railroad
Location Address: 705 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051 Click for Google Map
Description: Guests are presented with a Souvenir Ticket as they begin their journey aboard the beautifully decorated Grapevine Vintage Railroad. As guests board the train, Santa’s elves greet them with a Memory Mug of Santa’s special Frosty Chocolate Snow Milk. After being seated, guests are served a delicious Christmas cookie to enjoy on the way to Reindeer Ridge. When the train arrives at Reindeer Ridge, Mrs. Claus steps on board and presents each child with a “We Believe” silver bell. The train then continues on to the North Pole. Upon arrival, guests stroll through the snowy North Pole Forest, making their way to Santa’s Workshop. Once inside the Workshop, Santa, Mrs. Claus and a cast of jovial elves perform a Broadway-style Christmas performance and share in the kindness of the season. Following the magical Christmas performance, North Pole Express guests receive a voucher for a COMPLIMENTARY photo with Santa.
NorthPark Holiday Performances
This event occurs Daily from 11/23/2019 to 12/22/2019
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Location Name: NorthPark Center
Location Address: 8687 N. Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75225 Click for Google Map
Description: The sounds of the season fill the air at NorthPark Center as performance groups take the stage in celebration of the holidays. Catch your favorite school, church, synagogue, community or professional group throughout the holiday season. Click the link for performance schedule information.
Pancakes & Pajamas
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 09:00:00 AM till 11:00:00 AM
Cost: $5 Members $8 Non-members
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center
Location Address: 14050 Heartside Place, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Click for Google Map
Description: Join us for a pancake bar, hot cocoa, holiday craft, visit with Santa and more. Wear your PJs!
Pop Up Movies: Elf
This event occurs Daily from 12/13/2019 to 12/13/2019
Event Begins at: 06:00:00PM
Location Name: Music Hall at Fair Park
Location Address: 909 1st Avenue, Dallas TX Click for Google Map
Description: Join us for a movie under-the-stars at the historic Fair Park Band Shell as we show Elf. Food will be available for purchase from local food vendors. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets.
Pop Up Movies: Home Alone
This event occurs Daily from 12/20/2019 to 12/20/2019
Event Begins at: 06:00:00PM
Location Name: Music Hall at Fair Park
Location Address: 909 1st Avenue, Dallas TX Click for Google Map
Description: Join us for a movie under-the-stars at the historic Fair Park Band Shell as we show Home Alone at 6pm on Friday, December 20. Food will be available for purchase from local food vendors. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets.
Santa’s Workshop – FULL ON ELF EXPERIENCE
Date of event: 12/14/2019
Event Time: 02:00:00 PM till 05:00:00 PM
Location Address: 1301 Northwest Highway, Suite 103B, Garland, TX 75041 Click for Google Map
Description: Children can enjoy a full on ELF EXPERIENCE ! Meet Santa! Build and Paint Toys! Cookies, Music And More! MUST RESERVE, TICKETS SELL FAST! FULL ON ELF EXPERIENCE! Participants will enjoy: Handed Elf attire at entrance! Wooden Crafts and Projects for all ages! (Factory Line Setup) Toy Painting! Singing Elf Chants! Holiday Decorating! Cookies and Milk! Create Reindeer Food! MEET SANTA! Music & More!
Six Flags Holiday in the Park
This event occurs Daily from 11/23/2019 to 01/05/2020
Cost: Daily tickets starting at $63.99.
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Six Flags Over Texas
Location Address: 2201 Road to Six Flags Arlington, TX 76010 Click for Google Map
Description: More than 1 million lights twinkle at the amusement park for this seasonal event. Choirs, carolers, Santa, tasty holiday treats and thousands of twinkling lights. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
Skating Under the STARS
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 01/17/2020
Ages: All ages
Location Name: Children’s Health StarCenter Farmers Branch
Location Address: 12700 N Stemmons Fwy, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Click for Google Map
Description: Skate under the stars at the outdoor ice skating rink.
SPCA Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Center at NorthPark
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/23/2019
Location Name: NorthPark Center (Level One between Macy’s and Dillard’s)
Location Address: 8687 North Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75225 Click for Google Map
Description: The festivities kick off Thursday, November 21 with the annual Bark + Build Luxury Dog House and Cat Condo Design/Build Competition! Our Adoption Pavilion that will house shelter animals that need loving homes this holiday season opens Friday, November 29. This signature event brings shoppers and pet lovers together to raise awareness for homeless pets, and to help these wonderful animals find their forever, loving families.
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
This event occurs each Week on Saturday from 11/23/2019 to 12/21/2019
Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 11:00:00 AM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Galleria Mall
Location Address: 13350 Dallas Pky, Dallas, TX 75380 Click for Google Map
Description: Join us on Saturday mornings with Mrs. Claus for an intimate story time featuring classic Christmas stories.
Tea & Conversation
This event occurs Daily from 12/10/2019 to 12/11/2019
Event Time: 02:00:00 PM till 04:30:00 PM
Cost: $30 – $35
Location Name: Heard-Craig Carriage House
Location Address: 205 West Hunt Street, McKinney, TX Click for Google Map
Description: Come for lunch, come for tea, and hear beautiful music by the McKinney High School Honor Acapella choir. Their voices fill the room with magic and they are one of most requested programs. Advance reservations are required for the tea so make your reservations early.
The Christmas Village
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/31/2019
Location Name: Dallas Arboretum
Location Address: 8525 Garland Rd Dallas, TX Click for Google Map
Description: The Christmas Village is comprised of charming shops and façades that represent a quaint European hamlet. The village houses vary in size, and the heights range between 16 to 19 feet. Each house is themed and large enough so that several children and adults can enter at a time and experience that particular business. The interior walls of each house feature illustrations and embellishments appropriate for that business. For example, the Bakery walls show baked goods and a wood-burning stove, and the Music Shop features paintings of shelves filled with instruments. During the day, children can learn, have fun and explore these houses at their own pace. At night, the Christmas Village is lit by a holiday glow of lights, which are in addition to close to 1 million lights decorating the Arboretum. During the weekends and evenings, there are also volunteers dressed as the shopkeeper in each store, many of whom will pass out a sample of their wares, such as a piece of candy at the candy shop.
The Trains at NorthPark
This event occurs Daily from 11/16/2019 to 01/05/2020
Cost: $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children ages 2-12 and senior citizens ages 65 and older
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: NorthPark Center (Level Two between Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom)
Location Address: 8687 N. Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75225 Click for Google Map
Description: The exhibit encompasses more than 4,000 square feet of train themed environments, with all the trimmings of the holiday train travel experience. More than 60,000 people visit The Trains at NorthPark each season. Since 1987, The Trains at NorthPark presented by Bank of Texas, has raised money for the children and families served by the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.
The Twelve Days of Christmas Clock at NorthPark
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 01/01/2020
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: NorthPark Center
Location Address: 8687 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75241 Click for Google Map
Description: Sing along to one of the most famous Christmas carols while familiar characters pop in and out of The Twelve Days of Christmas Clock. This 28-foot music box originally made its debut in 1979 and was on view until 2006. Designed and handcrafted for NorthPark by Bill Reed, it was inspired by historic animated clock towers in Europe, such as the Rathaus-Glockenspiel in Munich. After careful renovation, the clock made its anticipated return back to NorthPark last year. Hours: Daily, approximately every 15 minutes.
Trail of Campfires
This event occurs Daily from 12/13/2019 to 12/14/2019
Event Time: 06:30:00 PM till 09:30:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All
Location Name: Buffalo Creek Fellowship
Location Address: 901 Hillsboro St. Cleburne, TX 76033 Click for Google Map
Description: A guided tour of the Life of Jesus following a trail of campfires.
Treats of Christmas
Date of event: 12/21/2019
Event Time: 10:00:00 AM till 07:00:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Location Name: NorthPark Center
Location Address: 8687 N. Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75225 Click for Google Map
Description: Join NorthPark Center for the ultimate holiday bake sale benefiting the North Texas Food Bank. Presented by the Dallas Chapter of the Texas Chefs Association, dozens of premier chefs from area restaurants and catering companies present an assortment of gourmet cakes, sweets, pies and cookies available for purchase. Level One between Macy’s and Dillard’s; Level Two between Nordstrom and Macy’s
Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest
This event occurs Daily from 12/05/2019 to 12/26/2019
Event Time: 06:00:00 PM till 08:00:00 PM
Location Name: Dallas Arboretum Orientation Theatre
Location Address: 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218 Click for Google Map
Description: Wear a favorite ugly or tacky Christmas sweater, and enter the contest for a chance to win two Cool Thursday Concert tickets.
Vitruvian Lights: Holiday Lights Spectacular
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 01/01/2020
Event Time: 06:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM
Cost: Free; Parking is $10
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Vitruvian Park
Location Address: 3875 Ponte Ave, Addison, TX 75001 Click for Google Map
Description: Vitruvian Park will be transformed into a dazzling and magical holiday wonderland during Vitruvian Lights when millions of sparkling LED Lights will be wrapped around more than 550 trees.
Vitruvian Lights: Special Performances
This event occurs Daily from 11/29/2019 to 12/14/2019
Event Time: 06:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Vitruvian Park
Location Address: 3875 Ponte Ave, Addison, TX 75001 Click for Google Map
Description: Friday, November 29, 2019 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm – Jordan Kahn Orchestra Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm – Phat Strad Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm – Sonny’s Holliday
Whistle Stop Festivities
This event occurs Daily from 11/25/2019 to 12/31/2019
Cost: Free Admission
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Hulen Park
Location Address: 900 S Hillsboro Cleburne, TX 76033 Click for Google Map
Description: The events kick off November 25th with the tree lighting. Throughout the holiday season, both of Cleburne’s live theater groups will be presenting holiday plays. Cleburne Carnegie Players presents “Over the River and through the Woods” at the Cleburne Conference Center. Plaza Theatre Company is presenting “White Christmas the Musical.” Click the link for details.
Wonder – A Winter Walk of Lights
This event occurs Daily from 12/05/2019 to 12/24/2019
Event Time: 06:00:00 PM till 10:00:00 PM
Cost: $8 – $10
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Gabe Nesbitt Community Park
Location Address: 7001 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070 Click for Google Map
Description: Join us for an enchanted evening of lights and Wonder! Wonder is a holiday light event at Gabe Nesbitt Park with family-friendly events and activities. Click the link for event details & dates. This does not repeat daily.
Wonders of Winter
Date of event: 12/13/2019
Event Time: 05:30:00 PM till 07:30:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: All Ages
Location Name: Texoma Health Foundation Park
Location Address: 3801 US-75, Denison, TX 75020 Click for Google Map
Description: Great for all ages! Petting Zoo | Ornament & Cookie Decorating | Polar Express Holiday Train on the trails | Snowball challenges | Live Stage Performance & DJ | Winter Themed Bounce Houses | Candy Cane Hunt | Face Painting | Balloon Twister | Pictures with Santa Claus | Reading of “The Night Before Christmas” by the Mayor Christmas Movie in the Park following event