If you feel like you're running out of time to experience all the holiday happenings around Dallas, we have a gift for you! We've put together a list of all the ways you can continue the Christmas fun, even after the holiday. From ice skating to dazzling light shows, explore all the ways to continue the holiday cheer, all the way into the new year.
Updated December 2024
A Christmas Carol
Follow the penny-pinching boss Ebenezer Scrooge on a spooky journey of redemption in this classic production, put on by Dallas Theater Center!
Through December 28th
Arts District | Directions
Prairie Lights
Stoll through Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake and explore a holiday village, a magical walk-thru forest, carnival rides, and more! Santa will also be making an appearance, if you missed him before the big day!
Through December 31st
Grand Prairie | Directions
Snowday & Santaland
Take all of your festive photos at this immersive pop-up at Galleria Dallas, with 20+ themed rooms and fun photo-ops from lights to elves and even a vintage RV!
Through December 31st
Farmers Branch | Directions
THE LIGHT PARK
Drive through millions of sparkling lights that are in sync to music! Plus, enjoy festive treats like popcorn.
Through December 31st
Arlington & Frisco | See locations
Vitruvian Lights
See how the Vitruvian Park transforms into a holiday wonderland when they turn the tree lights on!
Through January 1st
Addison | Directions
CityLine Lights
Gleam over half a million holiday lights, moving icicle-styled lights in the trees throughout the plaza, an impressive 18-foot Christmas tree, and even real snow!
Through January 4th
Richardson | Directions
Dallas Zoo Lights
Enjoy one million twinkling lights, life-sized animal lanterns, nightly music performances, photo ops, nighttime carousel rides, & festive holiday treats!
Through January 4th
South Dallas | Directions
ICE! at the Gaylord Texan
Bundle up and walk through 2 million pounds of Rudolf the Nosed Reindeer-themed ice sculptures, snow tubing, ice skating, build-a-bear workshop & more!
Through January 5th
Grapevine | Directions
Holiday at the Dallas Arboretum
Walk through 66 acres full of festive decor including one million lights, a European-style Christmas market, a 50-foot tree, and more!
Through January 5th
White Rock | Directions
Gift of Lights
Grab your fave snacks and drinks and enjoy two miles of stunning sparkling lights at this incredible drive-thru holiday experience, located at Texas Motor Speedway.
Through January 5th
Fort Worth | Directions
Lightscape
Walk through tunnels of light, a fire garden, singing trees, and more while toasting marshmallows and drinking hot chocolate along the trail at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden! (Featured header image)
Through January 5th
Fort Worth | Directions
Peace Plaza Ice Rink
Glide across DFW's largest outdoor ice rink, located in the Christmas Capital of Texas! Historic Downtown Grapevine will keep their decorations up past the holiday, so take a stroll down Main Street before or after you skate!
Through January 7th
Grapevine | Directions
