From millions of twinkling lights to festive parades and more than 1,400 events over 40 days, the holiday season in Grapevine is what Christmas dreams are made of! Explore all of the magic the Christmas Capital of Texas has to offer below!
Updated November 2025
Grapevine: The Christmas Capital of Texas
Located right in the middle of DFW, Grapevine transforms into a winter wonderland every year, and it’s the perfect destination for an easy staycation filled with festive fun, shopping, and small-town charm.
Whether you’re checking off your gift list or just soaking up the Christmas spirit, Grapevine truly lives up to its name as The Christmas Capital of Texas!
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
Make a weekend out of your Christmas shopping and explore everything from the charming Historic Main Street merchants to the massive Grapevine Mills Mall. You’ll find unique boutiques, specialty food stores, wineries, and clothing shops, perfect for finding thoughtful gifts (and maybe a few things for yourself). If it’s too chilly to stroll outdoors, the Grapevine Mills Mall offers endless indoor shopping to keep you cozy!
HISTORIC MAIN STREET MAGIC
Take a walk down Main Street and enjoy the twinkling lights, festive displays, and welcoming small businesses. Take a break and unwind at one of Grapevine’s many award-winning Texas wine tasting rooms or cozy restaurants. It’s the kind of old-fashioned charm that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie!
WHERE TO STAY
Stay overnight and turn your trip into a true Christmas getaway. The Gaylord Texan is a must for families, with over-the-top Christmas decor, ice sculptures, and themed experiences that run all season long. Or, for a more peaceful retreat, the Hilton DFW Lakes offers scenic views, comfort and easy access to all the festive attractions nearby.
Pro tip: Book early as hotels fill up fast during the Christmas season in Grapevine!
THINGS TO DO
HOTEL VIN WINTER WONDERLAND BUBBLES
Hotel Vin’s WineYard lawn transforms into a Winter Wonderland with bubbles decked out with après ski-lodge décor. Cozy up inside and sip on festive holiday cocktails, wine, and cheese or chocolate fondue, starting December 3rd.
ICE! & LONE STAR CHRISTMAS AT THE GAYLORD TEXAN
Stroll through the Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer themed ice sculptures made from 2 million lbs of colored ice! Plus, enjoy snow tubing, ice skating, photos with Santa, gingerbread decorating, Build-A-Bear workshop, and so much more! Opens November 14th!
HOLLY JOLLY BAR AT HARVEST HALL
The bar inside Hotel Vin’s Harvest Hall transforms into a Christmas pop-up bar serving festive drinks and decked-out decor. Opens November 22nd.
PEACE PLAZA ICE RINK
This outdoor ice rink is in the heart of all the holiday festivities, open November 22nd through January 6th.
SANTA’S NORTH POLE EXPRESS
All aboard a magical 45-minute train ride on the North Pole Express with visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, plus their favorite Christmas treats.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS & MOVIES
Head to the Palace Theatre for Christmas concerts and classic Christmas movies in the historic theater!
SNOWLAND AT GREAT WOLF LODGE
An immersive winter wonderland with festivities, games, crafts, and more! Plus, their indoor waterpark stays at 84 degrees, so you can still enjoy it during the holidays! Opens November 24th.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
37TH ANNUAL CAROL OF LIGHTS
A street lighting event to kick off the Christmas Capital of Texas on November 24th! Enjoy a walking light tour, performances, activities + more!
45TH ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS
Watch as more than 100 lighted floats and marching bands make their way down Historic Main Street on December 4th!
MERRY + BRIGHT DRONE SHOWS
On December 1st and December 8th at 7pm, 400 drones will light up the sky over Main Street for a festive Christmas Show!
GRAPEVINE CHRISTMAS MARKET
What better place to find Christmas gifts than in the Christmas Capital?! Stop by November 28th through December 23 and December 27th through the 30th to shop hundreds of amazing gifts from local vendors!
BRUNCH WITH SANTA AT BACCHUS
One of Grapevine's best brunch spots will have a special guest of honor...Santa! Book a reservation between 11am and 2pm on December 6th, 13th, and 20th to meet and greet with Santa!
