Garland Christmas Lights 2025

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Welcome to your guide for Garland Christmas lights and holiday displays—your local resource for finding the brightest ways to celebrate the season in Garland. Whether you’re searching for Garland Christmas lights or exploring light displays nearby, this guide is designed to help you discover the best of what the city and surrounding areas have to offer.

Downtown Garland Square lights up each December with a festive tree lighting ceremony, live music, and a snow hill for kids—a true community highlight. You’ll also find beloved neighborhood favorites, where streets glow with holiday lights and creative decorations.

This guide covers everything from free walking trails and drive-through lights to ticketed events and family-friendly displays. I hope it helps you make the most of your visit and find new ways to enjoy the season near Garland.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top holiday light displays in and around Garland?

Downtown Garland Square’s tree lighting and holiday event is a signature display, featuring festive lights, live music, and family activities. For larger-scale experiences, the Dallas Arboretum’s Holiday at the Arboretum—just a short drive away—offers over a million lights and themed exhibits. Neighborhood displays throughout Garland also add local charm to the season.

Are there drive-through light displays, or are most options walkable?

Garland itself is known for walkable holiday light displays, especially in Downtown Square and surrounding neighborhoods. For drive-through options, you’ll find impressive setups like Prairie Lights in nearby Grand Prairie, which features both drive-through and walk-through experiences.

When do the Christmas lights typically start in Garland?

Major Garland holiday lights, like those at Downtown Square, typically begin in early December, with the main tree lighting ceremony held around the first week of the month. Neighborhood displays often start around the same time, with many staying lit through New Year’s.

Are there free Christmas light displays in Garland?

Yes, Garland offers several free light displays, including the Downtown Square event and many neighborhood light-ups. Nearby attractions like the Dallas Arboretum and Prairie Lights may charge admission, but Garland’s own celebrations are free to enjoy.

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