I wanted to bring you more Christmas Events in DFW: Check out Las Colonias and Irving, Texas which like I’ve said in the past is a hop skip and jump from my home. I can’t wait to see what new restaurants and stores they have in Irving. Would you like to come with me?
Merry & Bright: Merry & Bright: Holiday Light Club
Make the season brighter with a special edition of Las Colinas Light Club on the Mandalay Canal. Join us on December 11th and 12th from 5-10 p.m. for the Merry & Bright: Holiday Light Club. Ring in the sights and sounds of the most wonderful time of the year at the free event series.
Here’s what awaits:
• Holiday marketplace – Discover one-of-a-kind gifts perfect for everyone on your list
• Live canalside music – Be serenaded by the melodies of the season
• Bites and beverages – Festive offerings from Venetian Terrace
• Merry & Bright light show – A dazzling holiday light display on the canal
• Gondola rides – 15-minute rides for $10 per person with Gondola Adventures
Dates and live music lineup:
• December 11th | 5-10 p.m. – The Brehms
• December 12th | 5-10 p.m. – Vincent Lujan
Venue
Mandalay Canal -215 Mandalay Canal Irving, 75039 United States + Google Map
Home for the Holidays – Irving Symphony
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS with renowned tenor, CHARLES BILLINGSLEY and Guest Conductor FILIPPO CIABATTI
The tradition continues with Irving’s most popular Christmas musical event. The evening is full of the holiday spirit with everyone’s favorite carols performed by the talented ISO musicians and Billingsley’s magnetic stage presence, our beloved Irving Chorale, and an audience singalong. Fun for the whole family!
Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 300Irving, TX 75062 (972) 831-8810 Email Us
Price:$12.50 for students / $21.00 Seniors (60+) / $36 – $65Time:7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
This Gingerbread-themed event features a Puppet show, crafts, an ice slide, and Santa and Mrs. Claus inside a life size gingerbread house! Buddy the Elf, the Grinch, and Cindy Lou Who will be here for photos.
8830 North MacArthur Blvd Ste. 101 Time: 5:30 PM
Holidays at Heritage: Carol-oke
Get into the holiday spirit at the Heritage Park Stage with Carol-oke! Gather with family and friends to sing along or take the spotlight on your favorite Christmas tunes. If singing isn’t your thing, enjoy crafting a festive ornament to take home.
The first 100 attendees will enjoy free Hot Chocolate to keep warm as you celebrate the season.
For more information, visit IrvingEvents.org.
Heritage Park 217 S. Main St. Irving, TX 75060 Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Santa Saturdays at Irving Arts Center
Skip the line at the mall and bring the kiddos to Irving Arts Center for Santa Saturdays. Mark you calendar for the first three Saturdays in December (Dec 7, Dec 14 and Dec 21). Drop in between 2 and 4 PM to make holiday cards and crafts and visit with Santa. Don’t forget your camera!
Heritage Park 217 S. Main St. Irving, TX 75060 Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Singing for Joy! Presented by New Philharmonic Orchestra
The New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving (NPOI) presents Sundays at the Symphony. Join NPOI for their annual holiday sing-along with special guests, the Arts District Chorale and conductor Blair King, joining in for two of the all-time great Christmas works: Vivaldi’s “Gloria!” and Bach’s “Magnificat.”
Come early, at 2:30 p.m., for the “holiday market” with gift items for your tree. It’s back this year with small gifts you’ll want for friends and family, all at 50% off… art, books, tickets to concerts, handmade items – even a violin!
Then when the curtain rises, enjoy some of the jolliest holiday music, with a chance to sing along with your favorites! There’s nothing better than singing to lift the spirits!
Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 300Irving, TX 75062
Price: Please check the website for ticket information Time: 3:30 PM
Toys For Tots Drive & Ugly Sweater Party at The Ginger Man
Get into the holiday spirit at The Ginger Man’s Ugly Sweater Party, supporting Toys for Tots! 🎅
Bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and enter our raffle for a chance to win incredible prizes like a Ginger Man Gift Certificate, Samuel Smith Gift Box, Delirium Santa Hat, and more! 🎁
Show off your festive style in the Ugly Sweater Contest for a chance to win the grand prize: a Stone Brewing Christmas Sweater and a Ginger Man Gift Certificate! 🎄
Enjoy delicious drinks, tasty bites, and a night of giving back and holiday fun. We can’t wait to see you there—ugliest sweaters encouraged!
The Ginger Man 5228 N O’Connor Blvd, Ste 126Irving, TX 75039
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Date: Sunday, December 15th
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebrate the most magical time of the year with Santa and The Ranch’s larger-than-life brunch buffet, featuring Texas’ finest dishes! Indulge in a delightful spread that includes a seafood bar, carving stations, and a taco bar, all served with festive cheer. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the holiday season with family and friends!
Elf Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse Alamo Drafthouse Cinema– Recurring daily until December 18, 2024
A cheerful celebration with themed games, props & singing loud for all to hear
“Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color?”
Don’t be a cotton-headed ninnymuggins this holiday season. Come out to Alamo Drafthouse and spread the cheer at this sugar-fueled, interactive holiday spectacular, packed with games, props, and, of course, singing loud for all to hear.
Bundle up for this celebration of one of the best holiday films ever made, period. Will Ferrell’s take on a North Pole elf trying to figure out Manhattan (“Watch out! The yellow ones don’t stop!”) just might be the funniest he’s ever been.
Alamo Drafthouse’s ELF Movie Party features all sorts of fun props, a gift “wrap off” before the film, and of course, your very own elf hat.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 320 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Bldg A2Irving, TX 75039
Price: Please check the website for ticket informationTime:7:00 PM Recurrence: Recurring daily
Holidays at Heritage: Dance Performances & Movie Night
Enjoy dinner in the Heritage District or from one of the on-site food vendors, while enjoying holiday dance performances, followed by a movie. Make sure to bring blankets or lawn chairs.
Free popcorn will be available for the first 100 attendees.
8 p.m. | Stick around for a Disney’s “A Christmas Carol.”
7 p.m. |Performances from local Irving-based dance groups
Dana’s Dance Academy
Baila Irving Dance Force
Pies de Oro DFW
Heritage Park 217 S. Main St. Irving, TX 75060
Price: Free Time: 7:00 PM
Photos with Santa– Heritage Park
Santa may be busy getting ready for the holiday season but has made time to stop by the gazebo at Heritage Park for photos!
Grab your free photo with Santa while enjoying a a few live holiday performances, or taking a ride on the train.
Make sure to take a stroll through the Children’s Entrepreneur Market for those last-minute holiday gifts and performances from Nimitz and Irving High School Choirs!
Holiday Harmonies– Irving Arts CenterSanta may be busy getting ready for the holiday season but has made time to stop by the gazebo at Heritage Park for photos!
Grab your free photo with Santa while enjoying a a few live holiday performances, or taking a ride on the train.
Make sure to take a stroll through the Children’s Entrepreneur Market for those last-minute holiday gifts and performances from Nimitz and Irving High School Choirs!
The Irving Symphonic Band and Texas Harmony come together to bring you this holiday spectacular! This family friendly event features your favorite holiday tunes and melodies. You won’t want to miss this amazing event!
Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 300Irving, TX 75062Price: Please check the website for ticket informationTime:3:00 PM
KLEO Christmas Eve Dinner–Hotel Indigo Las Colinas (Open November 1, 2024)
Join Hotel Indigo for Christmas Eve Dinner at KLEO Restaurant, Bar and Pool Garden. Enjoy an elegant evening filled with holiday cheer and a delectable family-style meal.
Menu:
- Herb-Crusted Prime Rib with Rosemary Demi-Glace
- Charred Parsnips with Bourbon Maple Glaze
- Truffle Potatoes Au Gratin with Parmigiano Reggiano
- Roasted Broccolini with Orange and Grapefruit Butter
- Pumpkin Pie with Coriander-Spiced Whipped Cream
Don’t miss this delightful holiday dining experience. Make your reservation today and celebrate the magic of Christmas at KLEO!
Hotel Indigo Las Colinas (Open November 1, 2024 )455 E John W. Carpenter Fwy Irving, TX 75062 (281) 620-6661 Email Us
Price: $45 per person Time: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Christmas Eve at Knife Italian Steak– The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas
Rooted in authentic Italian tradition and designed with family-style dining in mind, Knife Italian draws on global inspiration and influence to create a progressive culinary experience that starts with light and vibrant flavors and gradually leads to more hearty and robust options.
Executive Chef and Restaurateur, John Tesar, has brought his latest culinary venture to life at the newly transformed Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas. The restaurant also offers a variety of private dining options ranging from intimate welcome receptions for 10 people. Learn more
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas 4150 N. MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX 75038
Price:$159 per adult $55 per childTime:5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Christmas Day Brunch– The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas
On December 25, Santa visits The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas for brunch one last time before returning home to the North Pole!
Enjoy festive buffet with an array of culinary favorites from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Gather with family and friends to enjoy strolling visits with Santa Claus, live music, seasonal cuisine, and a festive atmosphere at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas’ inaugural Christmas Day Brunch event.
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas 4150 N. MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX 75038
Price: $165 / Adult $95 / Vegan Buffet $55 / Child 6-12 Complimentary / Child 0 – 5 *72-hour cancellation required to avoid full payment charged. Price excludes tax and gratuity.Time:11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
