Here are the best holiday lights displays to visit in Dallas to celebrate the season.
Nov. 10-Dec. 31
This year, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is hosting a showstopping Christmas extravaganza. Stroll alongside 25-foot-tall Victorian-style gazebos decorated to represent the 12 Days of Christmas, then stop by Christmas Village for visits with Santa, cooking demos, entertainment and more. 8525 Garland Road, dallasarboretum.org
Nov. 17, 2022-Jan. 1, 2023
Walk a mile-long route through the Dallas Zoo. Boasting one million lights, multiple holiday-themed displays, 3D sculptures, animal lanterns and more, this is one light show you don’t want to miss. 650 SRL Thornton Freeway, dallaszoo.com
Nov. 18-Dec. 24
This year, experience Christmas at the Anatole. Take a weekend trip to the North Pole Texas market, or arrange a festive morning meal with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Witness everything from magical light displays to the over 40 holiday shows and activities. Give fun new additions like the Toyshop Escape Room a try, or stick to timeless returning favorites like the Reindeer Dance Party. 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway, hilton.com
Nov. 18, 2022-Jan. 1, 2023
This drive-thru holiday lights experience in Beaumont's Ford Park showcases favorite holiday scenes and characters using the latest in LED technology and digital animations. 5115 Interstate 10 Access Road, Beaumont, magicoflights.com
Nov. 18, 2022-Jan. 3, 2023
The largest choreographed holiday lights and music show in North Texas is back for its 18th year! Boasting 180,000 lights, 200 dancing snowflakes, a Christmas tree lot, toy drive and ice skating rink, this is sure to be the best iteration yet. Frisco Square, 8843 Coleman Blvd., friscosquare.com
Nov. 22, 2022-Jan. 1, 2023
Starting Nov. 27, tree lights will be on daily in the park from 5-11pm. Don’t miss the grand opening Nov. 26, featuring the Jordan Kahn Orchestra, gourmet food trucks, sweet treats, photos with Santa and other classic holiday characters, an elf balloon artist and more. 3875 Ponte Ave., udr.com/vitruvian-park
Nov. 25, 2022-Jan. 1, 2023
Embark on a magical quest in The Mischievous Elf, where you must help Eddie the Elf and his reindeer friend Sparky find eight lost toys. A Christmas market, photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and an ice skating trail are also on offer. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., enchantchristmas.com
Nov. 26-Dec. 30
Enjoy delicious desserts from premier local venues while taking in festively bright holiday lights in a private heated motorcoach. Available beverages include hot chocolate and soft drinks, but also feel free to BYOB! 4925 Greenville Ave., dallasbychocolate.com
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