Duncanville Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Duncanville and surrounding areas
Duncanville lights up the Christmas season with Holiday in Armstrong Park and community-driven holiday activities across city landmarks and downtown plazas. Seasonal entertainment includes live performances, markets, and family-friendly attractions that celebrate local spirit. Bring the family to Holiday in Armstrong Park for lights, things to do, and seasonal markets while enjoying Santa visits, music, and neighborhood displays that make the season shine.
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Christmas Lights
29 eventsOver 1,400 Christmas events in 40 days.
Christmas Shows
15 eventsA classic holiday ballet performance by Texas Ballet Theater.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsArtisan market in the Christmas Capital of Texas
Christmas Parties
5 eventsVintage train ride with wine tasting
Christmas Activities
36 eventsFestive holiday event with seasonal decorations
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The Christmas Capital of Texas
(Grapevine)
Over 1,400 Christmas events in 40 days.
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ICE! featuring Elf™ at Gaylord Texan
(Grapevine)
ICE! attraction featuring Elf™ with two-story ice slides
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Grapevine Christmas Market
(Grapevine)
Artisan market in the Christmas Capital of Texas
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Grapevine Carol of Lights
(Grapevine)
Historic Main Street transformed into a holiday spectacle
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Dallas Zoo Lights
(Dallas)
Over two million lights and dazzling lanterns.
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Flower Mound Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
(Flower Mound)
Annual Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony
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Duncanville Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Duncanville include the Holiday Lights in the Park celebration with a parade and Christmas Tree Lighting, as well as the Holiday in Armstrong Park market and festival, both drawing large community participation.
Duncanville’s unique holiday traditions include its community-focused Christmas Tree Lighting combined with a drone show, and neighborhood displays that foster a strong local spirit of festive decoration and celebration.
Several neighborhoods in Duncanville are known for their festive Christmas lights, with some areas offering walkable displays and others providing drive-through options. These neighborhood displays are popular for their community involvement and creativity.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at events like Holiday in Armstrong Park and other community markets held at local parks and centers throughout Duncanville during the holiday season.
Free or budget-friendly activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Holiday Lights in the Park parade, and exploring community markets that often have free admission and affordable vendor offerings.
Families with kids will enjoy the Holiday Lights in the Park event with its parade, Christmas Tree Lighting, and drone show, as well as family-friendly markets like Holiday in Armstrong Park that offer crafts and seasonal entertainment.