Best Christmas Things To Do in Dallas 2023

The Ultimate List of Christmas Things to do in Dallas this holiday season! From festive events to family activities, here’s how to celebrate December in DFW.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and one of my personal favorite holidays. I just love the holiday cheer and festivities.

There's plenty holiday lights, live entertainment, and Christmas decorations throughout North Texas to get you and the entire family in the holiday spirit! Choose from classic drive-by Christmas lights, meeting Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at the mall, sipping hot chocolate during an annual holiday celebration, and so much more.

Dallas holiday markets

The holiday markets are some of the best places to visit this Christmas season. They're full of vendors with food, drinks, and gifts for you to shop local small businesses.

Christmastime in the City at Dallas Farmers Market
Texas Christkindl Market at Globe Life Field
Holiday Market at Sundance Square

Christmas light displays

If you're looking for an immersive experience, these incredible light shows and walk through displays are unlike anything you've seen before.

Dallas Zoo Lights
Enchant Christmas at Fair Park
Christmas Light Tour Carriage Service in Highland Park
Reliant Lights AT&T Performing Arts Center
Vitruvian Lights in Addison Park
Prairie Lights in Lynn Creek Park
Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway

DFW Christmas events

Check out these cheery and bright Dallas Christmas events! From ice skating around the country's tallest indoor Christmas tree to a spirited train ride and more, there's something for everyone.