Celebrate the holiday season in Dallas with these great events.
11/9-1/5
12 Days of Christmas at the Botanical Gardens
This special event returns yet again with a magical Christmas village, the 12 Days of Christmas, and even a Musical Tree. Visit each of the 12 days of Christmas all in gazebos featuring what their day is based on. 8525 Garland Road, dallasarboretum.org
11/11-1/5
Northpark Center
There are multiple Christmas celebrations taking place at the Northpark Center. Make the meaning of Christmas even more true by giving to those who really need it through The Salvation Army Angel Tree by choosing an angel by December 2 so unwrapped presents can be delivered in time for Christmas. Or take a ride on the trains that proceeds go towards the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, featuring over 600 trains. 8687 N. Central Expressway, northparkcenter.com/events
11/17-1/7
Galleria Dallas
Come join everyone in the Galleria Dallas where there are multiple attractions for everyone to enjoy and celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Ice skate around the tallest indoor christmas tree that a light celebration will take place November 24th and 25th. Or witness the amazing Holiday Ice Show December 3rd and 10th at 9 a.m. 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, galleriadallas.com/holiday
11/19-12/31
Holiday at the Park
The crazy and whimsical 6 Flags turns into a magical and festive winter wonderland with their Holiday at the Park event. Enjoy this extravaganza with family and friends with so many holiday-themed attractions. They have a spectacular show of lights and seasonal favorite tunes, and of course a visit by Santa and his helpful elves. Arlington, sixflags.com
Every Friday and Saturday 11/19-12/18
Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza
This holiday season celebrate with one of the pride and joys of the city of Dallas, with the Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza. For the fifth year in a row the Cowboys will offer an electric 20 minute show that begins with lighting the 67 foot Christmas tree. After this the Cowboys Cheerleaders, Dallas Cowboys Rhythm and Blue Dancers and Rookie Squad, Dallas Cowboys Drumline, mascot Rowdy, and Santa will put on a holiday performance. 9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, thestardistrict.com
11/20-12/31
ICE!
Immerse yourself in this magical journey with iconic characters that are towering over you from the Dr. Suess classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Made completely out of ice, this one of a kind holiday experience ICE! takes you down with slides that go two stories also made out of ice, completed with tunnels and arches. Meet your favorite characters at this amazing attraction that includes multi-sensory scenes. 1501 Gaylord Trail Grapevine, christmasatgaylordtexan.marriott.com/ice
11/21-12-23
Miracle on 134th street
Experience Christmas like you have never seen it before. With over two million lights illuminating the forest, leading the way to the center of it all where Santa’s 8500 square foot workshop lays. Meet with Santa and his Elves and take in this moment that will last forever. After seeing Santa stop and get Mrs. Claus’s hot cocoa and relax at one of the smores pits. 10455 County Road 133, Celina, miracleon134thst.com
11/21-12/24
Snow Day
Take your friends and family to one of a kind interactive experience through whimsical and magical rooms with hundreds of surprises for everyone of any age. Filled with numerous unique photo opportunities all with professional lighting and incorporated cameras. 13350 Dallas Parkway, snowdaydallas.com
11/24-12/23
Texas Christkindl Market
Celebrating it’s 13th year anniversary the Texas Christkindl Market is not one to miss. This market strives to bring wonderful magic to Texas and celebrate with everyone. Here you can find one of a kind merchandise and designs. 1650 E. Randol Mill Road, Arlington, txchristkindlmarket.com
12/1-12/10
Christmas Music by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra
This beautiful holiday tradition brings joy to many and a smile to all people’s faces. Performing classical holiday favorites and sing-along carols this is a joyful celebration to be a part of. All these talented musicians coming together to show their Christmas spirit is truly a beautiful thing. Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., dallassymphony.org
12/1-30
Dallas by Chocolate Tours
Explore the city’s unique and diverse chocolate scene. Let the professionals take over and take you around the city with chocolate. During this tour you will have the opportunity to sample a wide array of chocolate treats of all kinds. 4925 Greenville Ave., Ste. 255, dallasbychocolate.com
12/2
Dallas Holiday Parade
This amazing parade, with floats that are bigger than you can even imagine, and marching bands galore, floats through the streets of Downtown Dallas with over thousands of people overlooking this spectacular parade. It is one of the largest in the country, and always takes place on the first Saturday of December. The parade route begins at Commerce and Houston Streets downtown, visitdallas.com
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