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North Texas Weekend Guide: Festive Lights, Holiday Fun, and Family Activities

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North Texas Weekend Guide: Festive Lights, Holiday Fun, and Family Activities

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North Texas leans fully into the holiday season this weekend, offering a mix of dazzling lights, festive treats, and family-friendly fun. From creative gatherings to immersive experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy before the year wraps up.

Lights on the Farm

When: Nov. 28 – Dec. 28 | 6 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Farmstead Museum, 1900 W 15th St, Plano
Experience over two million lights on the historic 19th-century grounds. Families can enjoy themed nights with princesses, superheroes, Star Wars characters, and Santa. Adults can join the Red, White, and Lights Wine Walk, complete with a souvenir glass.

Big Fat Christmas Comedy Show


When: Dec. 14, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Where: Mic Drop Comedy Plano, 7301 Lone Star Dr., Suite A-110, Plano
A holiday-themed comedy night with Daryl Felsberg and friends delivering stand-up, musical bits, and festive mischief. Perfect for adults looking for laughs with a holiday twist.

Home On The Range For The Holidays

When: Dec. 13 & 20, 2025 | 5–8 p.m.
Where: PGA District, 3255 PGA Parkway, Frisco
This family-friendly event features mini golf, train rides, live reindeer, letters to Santa, toy soldiers, musical tree lighting, a movie on the big screen, and a skyline drone show on select nights.

Feast of the Seven Fishes

When: Dec. 12, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Where: Palato Kitchen and Lounge, 3220 Internet Boulevard, Frisco
A special seafood dinner inspired by the Italian tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes, offering a cozy, festive evening for friends and family.

12 Wines of Christmas Wine Walk

When: Dec. 13, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Historic Downtown McKinney
A festive holiday wine walk with boutique browsing, passport tastings, and seasonal discounts. Guests can enjoy a lively stroll while sampling local wines.

Snowday and Santaland

When: Nov. 15–29, 2025
Where: Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas
Step into a whimsical winter wonderland with Santa’s village, an immersive train ride to the North Pole, and Instagram-worthy photo ops throughout the display.

Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker”

When: Nov. 13, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.
Where: Frontiers of Flight Museum, 6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas
A candlelit concert featuring a string quartet performing “The Nutcracker” alongside holiday favorites, creating a warm and immersive seasonal experience.

Reinsteer on the Square

When: Nov. 13, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Celina’s Downtown Square
A playful holiday event featuring a festive steer for family photos, blending cowboy charm with seasonal cheer.

Bite Night at Vitruvian Lights

When: Nov. 22 – Jan. 1, lights on nightly 5 – 11 p.m.
Where: Vitruvian Park, 875 Ponte Ave, Addison
Food trucks and tasty treats complement the dazzling light displays, offering a casual walk-and-snack experience for visitors.

A Live Conversation with Chevy Chase

When: Dec. 14, 2025 | Doors 5 p.m., Showtime 6 p.m.
Where: Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie
Watch National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation followed by a live conversation with Chevy Chase, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and memories from the holiday classic.

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