Arlington Other Christmas Activities 2026

Families and youth gather for holiday fun featuring games, activities, music, and entertainment. Guests can enjoy food, refreshments, and holiday treats while connecting with MSF and local community partners. Free toys, surprises, and community resources are distributed to children in...

Visitors line Main Street to enjoy the annual holiday procession featuring illuminated floats and entries. Billed as the largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas, the event celebrates the holiday season under the theme 'Christmas Miracle on Main Street.'

Visitors can experience Mansfield's annual holiday tree lighting and fireworks display. The celebration includes shopping at a holiday market, carnival rides, live entertainment performances, food options, and visits with Santa.

Visitors board decorated vintage train coaches to enjoy Christmas carols and sing-alongs led by Santa's elves Holly and Frosty, along with a special visit from Santa Claus. Before boarding, guests can meet Mrs. Claus for holiday songs and stop by...

Visitors gather to celebrate the holiday season with the lighting of the Mayor’s Tree. The festivities include photos with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, face painting, and special treats. Guests can also enjoy live music, dance performances, stilt walkers,...

Visitors glide across a 4,500-square-foot outdoor ice skating rink set in front of Grapevine Main Station. Skaters can take in the holiday atmosphere beneath the open sky and Grapevine's towering, live Christmas tree. The rink welcomes skaters of all ages...

Visitors can enjoy the kickoff of the season with an annual holiday parade, a tree lighting ceremony, and a drone show. Celebrations continue across the park with family-friendly entertainment designed to bring festive cheer.

Spectators can watch decorated floats travel along the holiday lighted parade route and look out for float contest winners. The festivities continue at the park with a tree lighting ceremony and a drone show. Guests can also enjoy seasonal activities,...

Visitors can enjoy live music performances on stage from local HEB ISD student groups and Fellowship of the Parks Bedford. The park features a children's activity area, games, live reindeer, s'mores, and photo opportunities with Santa and friends. Attendees can...

Spectators can watch a procession of decorated vehicles, floats, and walking groups glowing with holiday lights. Float walkers distribute candy to viewers along the parade route. The procession passes by an emcee who presents and describes the participating entries.

Visitors gather outside City Hall to celebrate the annual lighting of the Christmas tree following Santa and the mayor's arrival down Main Street. The event features photos with Santa, live reindeer, balloon artists, choir performances, and food trucks. Attendees can...

Guests can get creative and decorate their own gingerbread treat using frosting, candy, and festive toppings. After decorating, visitors can enjoy a meet and greet and snap photos with Nutmeg, the gingerbread friend.

Participants can grab Santa hats, jingle bells, Rudolph noses, and headlamps for a festive evening run. The event is held in conjunction with Keller HollyDays, which features a city Christmas tree lighting, the Holly Jolly Light Parade, and a holiday...

Guests explore festive scenes of a traditional American town, encountering carolers, a sweets shop, reindeer stables, a floral shop, and the town Christmas tree. The experience continues outside at the Settlement to City Museums, where visitors can make 1900s holiday...

Step inside Santa's elf workshop for a hands-on holiday crafting adventure. Participants explore festive stations, decorate toy-themed projects, and learn hands-on skills from Santa's top elves. Guests can create cheerful holiday keepsakes or gifts for someone special to take home.

Guests gather with Mrs. Claus for a cozy celebration of classic holiday traditions. The experience features a reading of “'Twas The Night Before Christmas,” followed by singing along to favorite Christmas songs. Attendees also savor freshly baked cookies served with...

Families can take holiday photos with Santa alongside his Bugatti supercar. Visitors can also explore more than 200 classic and exotic cars inside the museum. The event includes a holiday toy drive collecting unwrapped toys.

Guests select from five color mixes and apply color directly to a hot molten glass gather. Participants twist their design and heat the piece in a 2,000-degree furnace while an instructor blows and shapes the snowman. Visitors can also watch...

Families gather to watch classic holiday animated films such as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Children create a themed holiday craft project during the event. Admission includes a beverage for attendees, along with...

Guests can ride the Lions Santa Express and enjoy a pancake and sausage breakfast served alongside hot cocoa and live holiday choir music. The morning features photos with Santa, a miniature Christmas train display, a visit with Dasher, glitter painting,...

Participants take part in a holiday-themed Dungeons & Dragons one-shot adventure led by professional Dungeon Masters, working in adventuring parties to stop Krampus after an attack on Santa's Workshop. Admission provides pre-generated character sheets and a set of dice, with...

Guests choose from five color mixes and apply color directly onto a gather of hot molten glass. Participants aged 12 and older can twist their color design and heat it inside the 2,000-degree furnace. Visitors watch beside the artist as...

This small-group holiday event offers a low-pressure route for runners and walkers of all paces. Timing chips are not used, but participants may track their own times or request assistance from on-site coordinators. Registration includes a finisher medal, towel, and...

Organized by C3 Latino Young Professionals, this annual community gathering honors Latino holiday traditions through cultural fellowship and celebration. Attendees take part in a seasonal toy drive aimed at supporting local children and families in need.

Participants craft a personalized holiday wreath using provided materials and guidance. Light snacks and mulled wine are served during the hands-on adult workshop.

Spectators gather along the streets of Downtown Fort Worth to watch a large evening procession. The lineup features high school marching bands, cheer and dance teams, vintage and specialty car clubs, and colorful community floats. The procession culminates with a...

The 2025 Arlington Holiday Lights Parade promises a magical evening with thousands gathering for a spectacular display of lights and community spirit. The festivities include indoor and outdoor Reindeer Games, opportunities for photos with Santa, and live entertainment. The highlight...

Experience the magic of Holiday on the Hill in Historic Downtown Cedar Hill. This free family event features a festive atmosphere with live performances, kids' activities, and the official lighting of the city's Christmas tree. Meet Santa Claus for photos...

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with a unique musical celebration. This event brings together a large ensemble of tuba players to perform beloved Christmas carols, filling the air with festive melodies. It's a one-of-a-kind experience that offers a delightful...

Join the community for a beloved holiday tradition as Santa Claus arrives to illuminate the Christmas Tree. Enjoy carols from choirs and the enchanting twinkle of festive lights. This free event offers Santa visits, crafts, and a thrilling snow hill,...

Embark on a magical Elf Adventure in Grapevine, the Christmas Capital of Texas! This interactive experience invites visitors to create unique holiday crafts, from vintage Christmas cards and ornaments to wooden Victorian toys. The adventure passport also includes admission to...

Step back in time at the Palace Arts Center for a magical holiday season. Experience the charm of the Historic Palace Theatre with classic Christmas movie screenings and live tribute shows, including Elvis and Sinatra. The Lancaster Theatre offers family...

Irving Frost Fest returns in 2025, bringing a rare winter wonderland to Texas with abundant fluffy snow. This free festival offers exciting activities like snow-tubing, inflatable fun, and a vibrant Children's Entrepreneur Market. Families can enjoy caricature artists, face painters,...

Step into a magical world at Coppell: A Storybook Holiday, where festive cheer and enchanting tales come alive. This captivating event transforms the surroundings into a whimsical wonderland, perfect for creating cherished holiday memories. Visitors can expect delightful entertainment, charming...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Hillside Village with enchanting Santa visits and photo opportunities. Capture cherished memories with Santa Claus himself, and enjoy special themed events like Elf Academy and a festive PJ Party. Dedicated 'Santa Paws'...

Lace up for the Snowman Run 5K, a delightful family-friendly event perfect for kicking off the holiday season. This fun run and walk features a festive route filled with cheer, unique photo opportunities, and a chance to show off your...

Experience a heartwarming holiday celebration at the Free Christmas Photo Experience in Flower Mound. This festive event offers families the chance to capture cherished memories with Santa Claus and get up close with live reindeer. It's a delightful way to...