Arlington, Texas is right down the street from our home. I love visiting Arlington to have dinner and to check out all the amazing stores and Attractions they have to offer us. I would like to invite you to take a look at the events below and let me know which events you would like to attend and why,
Need some help writing your letter to Santa? Santa’s elves will be there to help, along with the Arlington Public Library and the Downtown Arlington Corporation. USPS Operation Santa pairs letters from kids and families with donors who fulfill their holiday wishes.
3-6 p.m. Dec. 9, U.S. Postal Office, 300 E. South St.
Thousands are expected to gather for the city’s annual Holiday Lights Parade and Christmas tree lighting. The parade starts at 6 p.m., but entertainment, activities and photo opportunities with Santa will begin at 3 p.m. downtown. Stay for the tree lighting at Founders Plaza. Check out the route and see a full schedule at the Holiday Lights Parade website.
6 p.m. Dec. 11, Downtown Arlington
Musical performances
Arlington Music Hall will ring in the Season with various acts,
Christmas with the Beatles, a Dallas-based tribute band, on Dec. 8
The Texas Tenors: Deep in the Heart of Christmas on Dec. 9;
Chad Prather and Friends on Dec. 17
Al Joslin’s Blue Christmas on Dec. 18
DFW Jazz Network’s Swingin’ Christmas on Dec. 18. Ticket prices vary.
Various times and days, Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St.
Arlington will have multiple opportunities to experience the Christmas classic “The Nutcracker.” The United Performing Arts Guild will present the show at Arlington ISD’s Center for Visual and Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Dec. 3 and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 4. Tickets are $15 to $30.
Various times, days and places
Leap of Faith Dance studio will perform “The Nutcracker” at Arlington Music Hall at 7 p.m. Dec. 3. Tickets are $15 to $25.
Mayor’s Holiday Pajama Story Time
Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library
Children are invited to wear their favorite pajamas, bring a special stuffed animal and join Mayor Jim Ross for stories, songs and a special craft. Stories will be geared for pre-school-aged children, but the entire family is invited.
It’s an illuminated winter wonderland fills Arlington’s Choctaw Stadium with what’s touted as the world’s largest Christmas maze and village. Visitors will be able to take in a larger-than-life display of lighted sculptures and visit a charming village with ice skating, live entertainment, interactive games, dining, shopping and of course, Santa. Visit ClassicChristmas.com for more information.
November 22, 2024 – December 29, 2024
Choctaw Stadium – 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011
The Light Park is open at Hurricane Harbor in Arlington. The drive-through light show features millions of Christmas lights and festive music. Prices (per vehicle) vary by date and you can upgrade to skip the line on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Check out TheLightPark.com/Arlington for more information on tickets, times and more.
November 1, 2024 – January 5, 2025
1800 W. Lamar Blvd., Arlington, TX 76006
As well as Frisco and other locations
TXChristKindlMarket.com returns to Arlington for its 13th year. The free, family-friendly market on the North Plaza of Globe Life Field features a unique shopping experience featuring festive German treats and eats as well as music and entertainment. Check out TXChristKindlMarket.com for more information.
The almost 70-year relationship between Arlington and its sister city, Bad Königshofen, inspired the Texas Christkindl Market to commemorate its first magical season in 2011. With several markets all over Europe for the holidays, the Texas Christkindl Market also works with its partner Christmas city, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, to bring the same wonderful magic and feeling to Texas. Visitors will discover handcrafted gifts and collectibles, including exclusive Käthe Wohlfahrt merchandise and designs from the iconic Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Village.
Free Parking will be available in Lot B unless otherwise noted. There will be a fee for parking on December 7th, 9th and 22nd as there are ticketed events taking place in the adjacent stadiums.
November 22 – 24, 2024 & November 29 – December 23, 2024
1650 E. Randol Mill Road, Arlington, TX 76011
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
