Dallas Moms

Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, is back through January 5, 2025. This year the Arboretum celebrates the 10th anniversary of “The 12 Days of Christmas,” the beloved exhibit that started it all. Throughout the season, guests stroll through the enchanting Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Christmas Village, complete with live entertainment, unique holiday gifts, and visits with Santa.

Opens November 15

Christmas at Gaylord Texan :: Grapevine :: Immersive events are for all ages through January 5 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Tour of Trees :: McKinney :: Visit the holiday event through December 15. RSVP online.

Opens November 16

The Trains at Northpark :: Dallas :: This holiday tradition runs through January 5 and benefits the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.

Opens November 18

Stockyards Rodeo Rink :: Fort Worth :: Celebrate the holidays with events for all ages through January 5. Tickets are $80 for a group of four.

Opens November 22

Christmas Movies at the Palace :: Grapevine :: Classic Christmas movies play on various days and times through December 28.

Classic Christmas :: Arlington :: Christmas fun takes place on select dates until December 19.

Dallas Zoo Lights :: Dallas :: Holiday fun takes place on select dates until January 4. Get tickets online.

Snowday and Santaland :: Dallas :: Immersive holiday events are offered on select dates until December 24. Get tickets online.

Opens November 23

Vitruvian Lights :: Addison :: Holiday happenings for the family are offered through January 1.

Opens November 24

Holiday in the Park :: Arlington :: Holiday happenings for the family are offered through December 31.

Opens November 25

Christmas Capital of Texas :: Grapevine :: A variety of holiday festivities are planned through December 31.

Snowland :: Grapevine :: Make reservations online for several events through January 6.

Opens December 2

Christmas Cartoons & Crafts :: Grapevine :: Tickets are $8 for kids and $4 for adults.

Opens December 6

Downtown Ice Rink :: Grand Prairie :: The ice rink is open through December 28. Admission is free.

Hometown Holidays :: Mansfield :: Visit a range of holiday happenings through December 23.

Opens December 7

Nutcracker Holiday Tea :: Dallas :: Holiday tea is served on Saturdays and Sundays through December 29. Hours are 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. Tickets start at $50.

Santa’s Village at Huffhines Park :: Richardson :: There are several holiday events on select dates through December 22.

November 9

Holiday Artisan Market :: Grapevine :: Student entrepreneurs sell their creations from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Admission is free.

November 15 – 17

Holiday Home Tour :: Farmers Branch :: Tour several decorated homes from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday hours are 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $25.

November 23

Home for the Holidays Tree Lighting :: Southlake Town Square :: Hours are 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. Admission is free.

November 24

Fort Worth Parade of Lights :: Fort Worth :: The parade begins at 6:00 p.m. with events planned beforehand at 4:30 p.m.

November 25

Carol of Lights :: Downtown Grapevine :: This free holiday kick-off festival takes place from 4:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Lights of Ennis :: Create magical holiday memories in historic downtown Ennis from December 5 – 20. All ages enjoy the thrill of snow tubing, memorable carriage rides, decorating Cookies with Mrs. Claus, and a whimsical elf seek-and-find game. Stroll the downtown streets with festive music and family photo-ops for perfect holiday pictures. Experience the magic of the season at 110 North Dallas Street, Ennis, Texas.

December 5

Christmas on the Square :: Garland :: Hours are 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Admission is free.

December 5 – 6

Holiday in the Highlands :: Dallas :: Sip and shop both days. The home tour is on December 6. Tickets start at $25.

December 6 – 9

Community Nativity :: Carrollton :: More than 700 nativities will be on display. The event is free.

December 7

52nd Annual Christmas Parade :: Richardson :: Tickets for the themed parade are available for purchase.

Christmas in the Park :: Mesquite :: Hours are 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. Admission is free. All access wristbands are $10.

Dallas Holiday Parade :: Dallas :: The parade starts at 9:00 a.m. Seats cost $30 – $100 per person.

Denton Holiday Lighting Festival :: Downtown Denton :: Hours are 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. Admission is free. All access wristbands start at $10.

Santa on the Square :: Carrollton :: Hours are 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Admission is free.

December 13 – 14

CityLine Merry Market :: Richardson :: Visit this free holiday market from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. on Friday. Saturday hours are 12:00 – 8:00 p.m.

December 14

Christmas in the Park :: Dallas :: The holiday event begins at 8:30 a.m. Volunteers needed.

Holiday Gift Market :: Grand Prairie :: Farmers market vendors sell holiday goods from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Holiday Lights Parade :: Arlington :: Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m.

Tamales Weekend :: Dallas :: Activities take place from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Winnetka Heights Holiday Home Tour :: Dallas :: Hours are 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

Winter Wonderland :: Willow Park :: Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Free holiday event open to the public.

December 14 – 15

Historic Tour of Homes :: Waxahachie :: Five houses will be featured from Saturday at 2:00 p.m. until Sunday at 8:00 p.m. Purchase tickets online.