101MEDIA HOLIDAY BAR CRAWLS
Naughty or Nice Dallas
Nothing says holiday cheer like our iconic Naughty or Nice Bar Crawl, one of Dallas's most exciting holiday events! Back for its 9th year, get ready to wear your ugly sweaters, tacky Christmas gear, or Santa suits and join us for an epic crawl across 20+ bars along Greenville, followed by a lively after-party. It's one of the best days of the year—don’t miss out!
Date & time: December 13th from noon to 7pm
Location: Greenville Ave
Price: $25 general admission, $35 to $40 VIP
Lower Greenville | Directions
Naughty or Nice Fort Worth
This is our second year to host the Naughty or Nice Santa Bar Crawl in the Fort Worth Stockyards! You'll wander over a dozen places throughout the Stockyard from Second Rodeo Brewing, Sidesaddle Saloon, Cowtown Winery, and more. On the crawl, enjoy themed drink and shot specials at each stop (some naughty, some nice) while interacting with lively music, pop-up vendors, new friends, photo ops, and more! The bar crawl runs all the way from Mule Alley down East Exchange Ave.
Date & time: December 20th from noon to 5pm!
Location: Fort Worth Stockyards
Price: $20 general admission
Fort Worth | Directions
more DFW Holiday Events
The Light Park Frisco
Drive through millions of lights, all synced to holiday tunes! This event is pet-friendly and great for all ages. Festive treats like popcorn and candy will also be available for purchase!
Date & time: November 7th through January 4th from 5:30pm to 10pm (11pm on weekends)
Location: Riders Field
Price: Varies, $29.99 to $60 per vehicle, purchase tickets online ahead of time for the best price
Frisco | Directions
The Light Park Arlington
The second location for The Light Park, this holiday experience welcomes cars full of families and furry friends to drive through a spectacular music and light display.
Date & time: November 7th through January 4th from 5:30pm to 10pm (11pm on weekends)
Location: Hurricane Harbor
Price: Varies, $29.99 to $60 per vehicle, purchase tickets online ahead of time for the best price
Arlington | Directions
The Light Park Little Elm
The beloved Light Park has added a third DFW location this year, in Little Elm! Pack up the car with the whole family (and even your furry friends) and drive through the stunning lights synced to music!
Date & time: November 7th through January 4th from 5:30pm to 10pm (11pm on weekends)
Location: Little Elm Park
Price: Varies, $29.99 to $60 per vehicle, purchase tickets online ahead of time for the best price
Little Elm | Directions
Holiday at the Dallas Arboretum
Explore 66 acres of festive decor and exhibits, including a European-inspired Christmas market! Plus, meet Santa Claus, sip on hot chocolate, see the massive Christmas tree, and check out the monochromatic holiday exhibit in the DeGoyler House. New for 2025 is the Night Glow after dark experience, which illuminates the gardens with stunning artist-curated light installations!
Date & time: November 11th through January 4th, hours vary
Location: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Price: Included with general admission, ranging from $12 to $20 depending on age and membership status
White Rock | Directions
The Land of Sweets at Serious Eats
EpicCentral’s newest holiday pop-up is serving festive vibes and over-the-top treats! Dig into three brand-new desserts: the Cookie Clause cookie cake, Frosty’s Funnel Cake, and the O Christmas Treat shake (which can be made boozy!), plus sip on seasonal cocktails like Merry Mischief, The Winter Goose, and Holiday Helper. The space is decked out in immersive holiday décor with tons of photo ops, and outside, you’ll find the Illuvia light and water show happening once an hour from 8:30pm to 11:30pm each night.
Dates: Through December 31st
Price: Varies
Grand Prairie | Directions
ICE! at the Gaylord Texan
Put on your blue parka and get ready to explore 2 million pounds of colored ice sculptures at this annual holiday tradition. This year’s theme is Elf, and you can see ice sculptures of iconic characters like Buddy the Elf (of course), Papa Elf, Mr. Narwhal, Jovie, and Santa -- we know him!
Date & time: November 14th through January 4th, times vary
Location: Gaylord Texan Resort
Price: Varies by date and time, ranges from $35 to $47
Grapevine | Directions
Dallas Zoo Lights
This wild holiday extravaganza features two million lights, hundreds of holiday and animal-themed lanterns, and, of course, all the wonderful animals at the Zoo! This year, they've also added cozy igloos you can book to enjoy charcuterie, sweets, and more, all in your own arctic oasis!
Date & time: Select nights from November 14th through January 4th, from 5:30pm to 10pm
Location: Dallas Zoo
Price: $18 per person
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Holiday Vibe Market
Start your gift shopping early with Texas Artisan Markets! Their beloved Holiday Market is back for another year, with over 100 artisans to shop from, plus coffee and cocktails, an art gallery, food trucks, and live music.
Date & time: November 15th and 16th from 10am to 4pm
Location: Gilley’s Dallas
Price: Free
Cedars | Directions
Miracle at HIDE Pop-Up
This national Christmas pop-up is returning to Lower Greenville for another year! Find this whimsical escape at Hide, featuring over-the-top holiday decor, an array of themed cocktails, photo ops, and more.
Date & time: Exact 2025 dates and hours to be announced, expected opening November 17th
Location: HIDE Bar
Price: Cost varies by food and drink selection
Lower Greenville | Directions
Miracle at Texas Live! Pop-Up
This national Christmas pop-up is returning to Arlington for another year! Head to Texas Live! for festive cocktails in themed mugs, over-the-top holiday decor, photo opportunities, and more.
Date & time: Exact 2025 dates and hours to be announced, expected opening November 17th
Location: HIDE Bar
Price: Cost varies by food and drink selection
Lower Greenville | Directions
Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas
Returning for 2025 after an amazing inaugural year in 2024, Classic Christmas was created by the team behind Enchant, which is not returning to Dallas. The festival will feature stunning light displays, ice skating, snow slides, carolers, outdoor movies, arts and crafts, and of course, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Date & time: November 21st through December 28th, times vary
Location: Dallas Midtown (Formerly Valley View Mall)
Price: Varies
Arlington | Directions
Grapevine Christmas Wine Train & Santa's North Pole Express
One of the most famous events in the Christmas Capital of Texas is their holiday train rides! Adults can take a two-hour train ride aboard the cozy vintage coaches, with complimentary wine and festive vibes, while families can board the North Pole Express for sing-alongs, visits with Santa, milk and cookies, and more! FYI, the holiday trains sell out fast!
Date & time: November 21st (wine train) & November 28th through December 30th (North Pole Express)
Location: Grapevine Vintage Railroad
Price: Varies
Grapevine | Directions
Texas Christkindl Market
You don’t have to travel all the way to Europe to experience the magic of a German Christmas market – find it right here in DFW! Stroll through twinkling lights and enchanting decorations while you shop for unique handcrafted gifts and treat yourself to sips and bites like hot cocoa, roasted chestnuts, and gingerbread cookies. Fun fact: The market is inspired by Arlington’s German sister city, Bad Königshofen!
Date & time: November 21st through 23rd and November 29th through December 23rd, 11am to 8pm daily
Location: North Plaza outside Globe Life Field
Price: Free
Arlington | Directions
Snowday & Santaland
Find not one, but two family-friendly holiday pop-ups at the Galleria! Immerse yourself in Snowday, featuring 20 themed rooms and tons of photo-ops, or head to Santaland to climb aboard the Santaland Express on a trip to the North Pole!
Date & time: November 22nd to January 5th, 10am to 7:30pm daily
Location: Galleria Dallas
Price: $19.99 to $74.99
Farmers Branch | Directions
Fort Worth Parade of Lights
The city of Fort Worth is ringing in the holiday season with their annual parade, featuring over 100 illuminated entries, including Santa on his sleigh! Get there early to enjoy pre-parade happenings like music, vendors, and more.
Date & time: November 23rd at 6pm
Location: Downtown Fort Worth
Price: Free, reserved seating options available for a fee
Fort Worth | Directions
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas
One of DFW’s favorite amusement parks is going all out with holiday decor! Head to the park to ride all the rides, see musical shows, snap photos in front of twinkling lights, enjoy holiday treats, and visit with Santa.
Date & time: November 23rd to January 4th, park hours vary
Location: Six Flags Over Texas
Price: Standard park admission, around $35 to $90 depending on ticket options
Arlington | Directions
Grapevine 38th Annual Carol of Lights
Ring in the holiday season in the Christmas Capital of Texas! They're kicking things off with a street lighting, complete with live music performances, stunning displays, kids’ activities like holiday bounce houses, food vendors, an artisan market, and more.
Date & time: November 24th from 4pm to 8pm
Location: Historic Downtown Grapevine
Price: Free admission
Grapevine | Directions
Prairie Lights
Walk and drive your way through this captivating display! You’ll find a state-of-the-art light tunnel, a magical walk-through forest, animated light displays, carnival rides, photos with Santa, holiday shopping, and more.
Date & time: November 27th to December 31st, 6pm to 10pm nightly
Location: Lynn Creek Park
Price: $50 per car
Grand Prairie | Directions
Gingerbread House Decorating Classes
Make and take your own beautifully built gingerbread house with the help from experts! You’ll learn all the tips and tricks for piping icing, decorating with candies, and all the construction basics!
Date & time: November 28th, 29th, 30th & December 13th, times vary
Location: Central Market Cooking School Dallas Lovers Lane
Price: $51 per person
Northeast Dallas | Directions
Dallas Theater Center Presents A Christmas Carol
It wouldn’t be the holiday season without A Christmas Carol, which has been an annual production at the Dallas Theater Center for decades! With over 145 costumed looks, dazzling lights, sing-along songs, and the telling of a classic Christmas story, this is a show you won’t want to miss!
Date & time: Select dates November 28th through December 27th, times vary
Location: Wyly Theatre
Price: Varies by section
Arts District | Directions
Christmas at the Anatole
The beloved holiday festivities at Hilton Anatole are back and better than ever! This year, they’re debuting Dallas’ largest outdoor ice-skating rink, enchanting Winter Glass Chalets, and an après-ski lodge experience. Plus, families can enjoy Breakfast with Santa, an indoor holiday train, bounce houses, and storytimes with Mrs. Claus.
Date & time: November 28th through January 4th
Location: Hilton Anatole
Price: $20 per person, includes ice skate rentals
Design District | Directions
Lights on the Farm
The charming Heritage Farmstead Museum is spreading cheer through one million lights! Stroll through the four-acre farm, listen to classic Christmas tunes, meet Santa Claus, and enjoy sweet treats like s’mores, hot cocoa, and popcorn. Plus, check their website calendar for special events and themed nights like ugly sweater night, an adults-only wine walk, character meet and greets, and more!
Date & time: November 28th through December 28th from 6pm to 9pm, closed Monday through Wednesday, extended hours Christmas week
Location: Heritage Farmstead Museum
Price: $15 per person
Plano | Directions
Texas Ballet Theater Presents The Nutcracker Dallas
The only fully professional classical ballet company in North Texas is performing a magical rendition of The Nutcracker, a holiday classic! From the orchestral score to the breathtaking choreography, this performance is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Date & time: November 28th through 30th and December 4th through 7th, times vary
Location: Winspear Opera House
Price: Varies
Arts District | Directions
Grapevine 46th Annual Parade of Lights
The Christmas Capital is getting even more festive with its annual parade! This year’s theme Storybook Parade, bringing all the childhood Christmas nostalgia in the form of over 100 floats!
Date & time: December 4th starting at 7pm
Location: Historic Downtown Grapevine
Price: Free admission
Grapevine | Directions
Home Alone in Concert
Kevin!!! The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is performing the entire score of this classic and hilarious film, while the movie plays on a big screen!
Date & time: December 5th and 6th at 7:30pm & December 7th at 2pm
Location: Meyerson Symphony Center
Price: Varies
Arts District | Directions
Dallas Holiday Parade
A tradition for over 35 years, the Dallas Holiday Parade is one of the most iconic traditions of the season! It’s one of the largest parades in the U.S., bringing in about 450,000 onlookers. Check the parade map to see where the stunning floats will pass by!
Date & time: December 6th at 8:30am
Location: Downtown Dallas
Price: Free first come first serve, reserved bleacher seating available starting at $35
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Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus NorthPark
This adorable event is every kids’ dream! Enjoy a delicious breakfast with sweet and savory dishes, live entertainment, activities, and the highlight: a special visit with Santa Claus himself.
Date & time: December 6th and 20th from 9am to 10am
Location: Neiman Marcus at NorthPark Center
Price: $65 for children, $80 for adults
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Hot Cocoa Crawl
Join the Hot Cocoa Crawl to try unique hot cocoa flavors from six different restaurants all around CityLine. Choose between Boozy or Non-Boozy tickets and take home the cutest mini mugs!
Date & time: December 12th from 6pm to 10pm and December 13th from noon to 4pm
Location: CityLine
Price: Varies
Richardson | Directions
TEDDY BEAR CHRISTMAS
This adorable yet upscale brunch is making kids' dreams come true, with visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus and complimentary teddy bears to take home! Plus, feast on sweet and savory bites, and indulge in a build-your-own hot chocolate bar.
Date & time: December 14th, seatings at 10am, noon, and 2pm
Location: Hotel Swexan
Price: $100 for adults, $65 for children ages 3 to 11, free for children 2 and under
Harwood District | Directions
North Pole in The Plaza
Experience snow (yes, snow!) in Dallas at this winter wonderland, complete with a live DJ, holiday music, the Choo Choo Express, face painting, and more!
Date & time: December 20th from 1pm to 5pm
Location: CityLine
Price: Free
Richardson | Directions
The Polyphonic Spree 22nd Annual Holiday Extravaganza
See beloved local band The Polyphonic Spree play choral rock covers of festive holiday tunes! This family-friendly event will feature face painting, balloon animals, milk and cookies, and many more surprises – including appearances from your favorite Christmas characters.
Date & time: December 20th from 7pm to 9pm
Location: Majestic Theatre
Price: Varies by section
Downtown | Directions
