Dallas is one of the most significant cultural hubs in Texas with a great mix of history, tradition, and business. This metropolis invites residents and visitors from nearby towns for the holidays as many beautiful celebrations and activities bring holiday cheer to the city. Luxurious light displays and elegant decor floods the streets of upscale neighborhoods while high-end shopping centers play Christmas tunes with Santa and his elves waiting patiently to greet families. With a wide variety of ways to have fun under the warm glow of holiday lighting, there is no shortage of seasonal events to take part in each year. Keep these happenings around town in mind when planning family events in celebration of the holidays in Dallas.

The ability to drive through neighborhoods and observe glowing architecture and trees designed professionally to encourage the holiday spirit is abundant during the holidays. Highland Park real estate Christmas light designs are paired with radio tunes to promote Christmas cheer and offer a fantastic way to spend time as a family celebrating the holidays.

This celebration of the Christmas holiday brings the community together with performances at the annual tree lighting ceremony. With carolers, concerts, and live music, this event is a favorite of the Dallas community. Be sure to bring your beanies, scarves, and gloves to keep warm during the outdoor show.

Explore the most famous light maze in the world at Fair Park in Dallas, where a fantastic display of lights and music takes place just after Thanksgiving and continues to the new year. The Hallmark channel presents a winter wonderland with ice skating, Christmas treats, adult beverages, and visits with Mr. and Mrs. Claus in an exclusive environment to purchase specific event and activity tickets. This holiday display is also available to rent for groups and private parties.

 

 

The holiday transformation of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is one to remember. This holiday event displays each scene from the famous story and song of the twelve days of Christmas. Lifesize dolls, mannequins, sculptures, and holiday decor are artistically placed in each Gazebo on the property to share the story depicted for each day.

The nineteenth of November marks the start of the festivities in Frisco, which last until the new year. Frisco Square Property Owners Association hosts a Christmas extravaganza in the town’s square with horse carriage rides, lights, a tree lot, a toy drive, and an ice skating opportunity at this annual holiday carnival. Sponsors provide amenities and activities for families to enjoy, including visits with Santa.

On the very first Saturday in December, Downtown Dallas comes alive with the city's largest outdoor event of the year. With dancers, band members, and volunteers putting on the production, the pageantry is phenomenal and creates an unforgettable experience for all on the sidelines. Tickets for this event allow VIP seating and front-row access to the show.

 

Several Jewish organizations and communities are known for creating opportunities to gather and celebrate Chanuka/Hanukkah in Dallas and surrounding towns.

Chabad of McKinney and Allen presents an opportunity to gather the Jewish community to celebrate the start of Hanukkah with live music, fresh latkes, and arts and crafts. The main event, the Menorah Lighting, happens in historic downtown McKinney with plenty of dreidels.

Klyde Warren Park hosts a grand event in Moody Plaza with a concert and Menorah Lighting with traditional treats, authentic foods, interactive art, light shows, and much more. The giant pink Menorah stays lit while the community starts Hannukah outdoors together, bundled up from the cold.

Chabad of Frisco hosts an annual party celebrating Hannukah with the lighting of the Menorah, live music, donuts, and fun for the whole family. The Simpson Plaza presents a fantastic experience for the Jewish community annually, with kid-centered activities and messages rich in tradition and remembrance shared by all.

Plano offers the opportunity to get out, get active, run a mile for fun, or participate in a 5K for sport at Oak Point Park. Registration is required to participate in the run and there’s a party that follows the race, which takes place on December eighteenth.

Held at The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, The Texas Jewish Arts Association provides an art installation housed inside the glorious DeGolyer estate to showcase heirlooms, artistry, sculptures, and other items. This display of Jewish heritage accompanied by beautiful music commemorates Hanukkah from November ninth to the end of December.

The J Dallas Aaron Family Jewish Community Center hosts various events for members, including a chance to dine on hot homemade potato pancakes and mingle doing group activities and fitness opportunities on the final day of Hanukkah. This event requires registration available via the website or onsite application.

This magnificent shopping mall is the epitome of professional decoration and holiday design, with a giant indoor Christmas tree and an indoor skating rink. Whether stopping in to shop, visit Santa or participate in menorah lighting events, this grandeur luxury shopping mall is a sight to behold during the holidays. The Grand Tree Lighting and Snowy Days Christmas pop-up exhibit are excellent activities to participate in while shopping for gifts with the family.

This Plano shopping center is an exceptional drive-thru experience with lights handsomely wrapped around trees and light poles, lining shops and glowing bright with goodie bags and reindeer awaiting all shoppers. High-end shops, Christmas tunes, and Santa’s presence provide a unique holiday shopping experience in this location.

 

If you are looking for ways to celebrate this holiday season or need help searching for Highland Park homes for sale, Darla Ripley is ready to assist you. With an expansive knowledge of Dallas as a native, she understands the market and looks for the best opportunities to get clients into new homes while fitting needs and meeting dreams. Darla Chapman Ripley considers her clients friends and enjoys keeping close relationships after the sale. Contact Darla if you are searching for ideas to celebrate on the town this holiday season or beginning to hunt for a new home in Dallas.