The Most EPIC Christmas Lights in DFW 2019

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Welcome to The Most EPIC Christmas Lights in DFW for 2019. We have some classic must sees, hidden gems and hot new finds this holiday season. 

HUGE GIVEAWAY!!! Enter to win an Epic Helicopter Holiday Lights Tour for TWO at the bottom of this page! 

Plus, don’t forget to FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM for TONS OF FABULOUS GIFTS that will be given away throughout December! 


FORT WORTH

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A Candlelight Christmas in Ryan Place: 2401 College Avenue 76110

The 37th annual Candlelight Christmas in Ryan Place features five festively decorated homes. This tour features homes from a 1919 treasure, to beautiful homes from the 1920’s, 1940’s, and even a mid-century traditional ranch style home. This year’s home tour has many different examples of period architecture for everyone to enjoy.

December 7, 2019; Noon-9:00 PM

December 8, 2019; Noon-5:00 PM

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Christmas Lights by Private Limo:

View Christmas lights in style with private transportation. The best part is that you can leave the driving to someone else and just enjoy the lights! Silver West Limousines offers fab Holiday Light Tours to many destinations around the area. Call Brian for info on packages, pricing, and to book your tour at 817-870-1333.

Fairmount Festivus

Fairmount Festivus1100 Hemphill St 76110

Tour the Fairmount neighborhood by bus to view the Christmas lights! Begin your tour at One Safe Place where you can enjoy refreshments and holiday activities. There will be a stop at Santa’s Village where you can take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy carolers, and craft making activities and more! Hop back on the bus to return to The Space. 

December 6, 2019; 5:30-9:30 PM

Texas Motor Speedway Lights

Gift of LightsTexas Motor Speedway, 76177

TMS Gift of Lights is the LARGEST drive thru park in TEXAS. Santa’s Village is bigger and better this year at 22,000 square feet! Be sure to visit the village to ride the miniature train and have photos with Santa.

Check their calendar of event before you go! TICKETS

Open every evening November 28 through January 5; 6-10 PM. Closed New Year’s Eve.

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ADDISON

Vitruvian Lights

Vitruvian Lights: Vitruvian Park 75001

It’s the most dazzling time of the year! With millions of sparkling LED lights, Lights come on at 6:00 PM on November 29 and the merriment continues with a performance by the Jordan Kahn Orchestra, gourmet food trucks, sweet treats, FREE photos with Santa, classic holiday characters, elf balloon artist, and more!

November 29, 2019-January 1, 2019

ARLINGTON

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Arlington Holiday Lights Parade: Downtown Arlington 76010

Bring your friends and family to the Downtown/University District to enjoy the Annual Holiday Lights Parade.  See and hear the pageantry which ends with the lighting of the Christmas tree on the steps of City Hall. Don’t forget to bring your camera and take a picture with Santa after the parade at the Library 100 S. Center St. Pre and post-parade activities include music, food, vendors, and movies in the City Council Chambers.

December 14, 2019; 2:00 PM Parade beings at 6:00 PM

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Christmas at Campo Verde: Campo Verde Restaurant 76013

120,000 lights, 3,000 yards of multicolor garland, 50 Santa Claus’s, 30 Christmas trees, and two model trains that travel 635 feet throughout the entire restaurant and bar.  

October 2019-March 2020

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Dalworthington Gardens: Rushing Meadow Court & Harder Drive 76016

For more than 30 years David Kulesz has decorated his house with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, sparking his neighbors to follow suit. Don’t miss this amazing display that encompasses 2 cul-de-sacs and 14 houses. Mr. Kulesz’s light display is in honor of victims suffering from Alzheimer’s. A sign in his yard gives the address to make donations to the North Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Holiday in the Park: Six Flags 76011

It’s the most magical time of the year filled with enchanting experiences that will help create those special family fun outings again and again. Our breathtaking winter wonderland features a variety of delightful and interactive activities to help capture the holiday spirit. We’re bigger, brighter and merrier than ever with even more twinkling lights, more seasonal food favorites and more holiday-themed entertainment  than you can shake a candy cane at!

November 23, 2019-January 5, 2020

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The Lights at InterlochenWestwood Drive & Randol Mill Road 76012

More than 200 homes make this one of DFW’s largest holiday light displays and one of the very first and original of its kind, enchanting visitors with their extravagant Christmas lights, decorations, and displays. Voted “Texas Best” Christmas lights by viewers of Texas Country Reporter television show.

December 13-25, 2019; 7:00-11:00 PM MAP

BEDFORD

DayStar

Daystar Television Network3901 Highway 121, 76021

Visible from state highway 121 with more than 1 million lights, a full, life-sized 20-piece nativity scene serves as a visual reminder of the true meaning and reason for celebrating Christmas.This year, they have doubled their holiday display, in addition to adding an area solely dedicated to entertaining children by bringing in their favorite holiday characters. This kid-friendly attraction includes an interactive 8-foot “JOY” sign, toy soldiers, a candy cane archway, Santa’s workshop, a gingerbread house, Olaf, Thomas the Train, and more! Daystar’s Scratch Cafe will be open every Friday and Saturday of December for holiday treats.

November 28, 2019-January 5, 2020; 6:00 PM-Midnight

December 13-14, 18-21, 2019; 6:00-8:00 PM (Santa will visit)

December 20, 2019; 7:00 PM (Santa will read the Christmas Story)

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Glenbrook Christmas LightsCummings Drive @ Brookside Court 76021

For over 27 years, the Glenbrook subdivision has told the story of “‘Twas the night before Christmas, in Texas That is” using colorful storyboards and decorations. The streets are lined with beautiful red lights and the houses are brightly decorated with colorful lights and displays. Start a new family tradition by visiting this neighborhood every holiday season.

November 22-December 27, 2019

BENBROOK

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28th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Fireworks: Dutch Branch Park 76126

Winter Wonderland will come alive as it bursts into a display of twinkling lights & holiday decorations. Capture the spirit of the season immediately following the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Fireworks Show at Dutch Branch Park. Follow the tunnel of lights and you’ll wind up at the new “Vernon Castle” display. The Christmas illumination runs every evening through the New Year.

December 6, 2019 Pictures with Santa in YMCA

December 7, 2019; Fireworks Show 7:00PM

CLEBURNE

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Whistle Stop ChristmasHulen Park 76033

Your kids will LOVE this Christmas wonderland!! Just a short drive down the tollway and you’re transported to Hulen Park turned magical village with more than 3.5 million lights, parade, and entertainment.

November 25-December 31, 2019

Parade of Lights: December 6, 2019; 6:30 PM

DALLAS

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Dallas Zoo Lights: Dallas Zoo 75230

After the animals go in for the evening, the Zoo will transform into a winter wonderland with nearly one million twinkling lights. Stroll a 25-acre path and enjoy an array of light-wrapped trees, overhead and hanging light displays, lighted 2-D decorations, and 3-D light sculptures. Tasty treats abound including gourmet donuts, cookies, s’mores and spiked hot chocolate for adult guests. Choirs will provide entertainment, and there will be activities for children.

November 15, 2019-January 5, 2019; 5:00-9:00 PM

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Highland Park Neighborhood: Armstrong Parkway & Preston Road 75205

Bring the family out to tour this mansion filled neighborhood! Start at Armstrong Parkway and Preston Road and wind your way through the streets to view the beautifully decorated homes. Be sure not to miss the Rheims to Mockingbird and Lomo Alta to Preston area! It is especially gorgeous and makes the perfect square! For the Prancerciser in you, try this 4 mile, 21 block walking tour. Start in Highland Park Village, head to Armstrong Parkway, work your way down Armstrong to Lakeside Park, boogie on over to Abbot, hook it over to Beverly and make your way to Douglas, then back to the Village.

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Holiday Show and Tree Lighting: Klyde Warren Park 75201

Celebrate the holidays beginning with this fun day at Klyde Warren Park! Activities include kids’ crafts, face painting, food trucks, FREE photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a mailbox to send letters to Santa. There will also be as well as big band entertainment. The height of festivities is the Christmas tree lighting at 6:00 PM.

December 1, 2018; 2:00-6:00 PM

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Kessler Park Holiday LightsOak Cliff @ 1415 W. Colorado Blvd. 75208

Check out the five colorfully lit trees in the street island at Colorado and Lausanne with the beautiful Dallas skyline in the background. You won’t be disappointed! This is also a lovely neighborhood to drive around and see all the lights.

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Reliant Lights Your Holidays: AT&T Performing Arts Center 75201

Reliant lights up the holidays at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, so bring your entire family for an evening of holiday magic. We’ll be illuminating the Center’s campus with dazzling LEDlights to celebrate the arrival of the holiday season! s FREE festival includes kids’ arts and crafts, a gigantic fireworks show and holiday concert featuring WARMariachi Rosas Divinas & SANTA!

December 7, 2019; 5:30 PM

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DENTON

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Denton Holiday Lighting Festival: Denton County Courthouse 76201

Bring the family for one of Denton’s most beloved holiday traditions! There will be plenty of live local music, food, family fun and joyful holiday spirit for this one-of-a-kind community event! The event is free with some food and activities available for purchase, all we ask is that you bring a toy for our toy drive benefitting Elves Shelves.

December 6, 2019; 5:30-9:30 PM

FLOWER MOUND

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Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting: Bakersfield Park 75028

Join the Town in celebrating its 30th annual Christmas Parade! This year’s theme will be “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The nighttime parade will have lighted floats parading down Spinks Road to Gerault Park. At Gerault Park, there will be a tree lighting ceremony with choir performances, pictures with Santa Claus, kids’ activities, local vendors, food trucks, and much more! Dress warmly and bring the family to this fun, FREE event!

December 7, 2019; 6:00-9:00 PM

FRISCO

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Christmas in the Square: Frisco Square 75034

Christmas in the Square returns for its 15th year, full of established favorites and new surprises drawing over 750,000 visitors annually. Families, friends and holiday guests from all over come and enjoy the spectacular show. Visitors may tune in to 107.3 FM on the radio in their vehicles, or listen to the music piped through speakers as they take a walk through the Square. With over 175,000 lights, 11.5 miles of wiring and 8 miles of extension cords, Christmas in the Square is unlike anything you have ever seen.

November 29-January 6, 2020; 6:00-10:00 PM

GARLAND

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Christmas on the Square: Downtown Garland Square 75040

Come be a part of the Christmas cheer with your friends, family, and community at Christmas on the Square. Activities include visits from Santa, carolers, holiday movies at Plaza Theatre, and much more!

December 5-31, 2019

Tree Lighting- December 5, 2019; 5:30-8:30 PM

GRAND PRAIRIE

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Prairie LightsLynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake 75052

Upon arriving at the entrance of Prairie Lights, you will be dazzled with 4 million lights set along 2 miles of path. Hundreds of ALL-NEW displays in shapes of all kinds line and arch over the roads. Halfway through the drive get out of your car for a stop at Holiday Village where you will find food, gifts, Santa, the brand-new indoor Snow Maze, and the Holiday Magic Lighted Walk-Through Forest. Once back in your vehicle, the second half of the drive ends with the very animated light tunnel – the perfect finale to a night you will never forget! TICKETS

November 29, 2019-December 31, 2019

GRAPEVINE

Gprapevine Christmas Capital

The Christmas Capital of Texas: 200 South Main Street 76051

Come to the Christmas Capital of Texas for over 1400 events and activities for the entire family. See Grapevine sparkles with millions of lights, enjoy massive decorations, animated characters, and much more! Christmas in Grapevine is sure to become a treasured family tradition!

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Parade of Lights: Historic Downtown Grapevine 76051

Bring the entire family to the 40th Annual Parade of Lights, the largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas. This Grapevine tradition features more than 100 lighted floats and marching bands. Look for Santa Claus on the last float! Come early to claim your spot along Historic Main Street to watch this exciting holiday event.

December 5, 2019; 7:00 PM

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Twinkle Light Boat Parade: Lake Grapevine 76051

If you’re looking for a different sort of Christmas parade to float your boat, make your way to the Twinkle Light Boat Parade. This is one of the most unique Christmas parades you will ever see! You will find water crafts decorated in all of the finest sparkling lights to celebrate the season. This floating festival begins at Twin Coves Marina and picks up entries at each marina including Scott’s Landing and Silver Lake. The parade is visible from Silver Lake Park and Rockledge Park. Parking fees apply. This event is free.

December 7, 2019; 6:00-8:00 PM

MCKINNEY

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Neighborhood Light Displays- McKinney

2600 Carriage Trail – Village of El Dorado

2100 State Blvd – Tucker Hill

Greystone Ct – Winding Creek

4534 Hallmark Drive – Deerfield Plano

PLANO

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Deerfield Holiday LightsLegacy Drive @ Colonnade or Archgate Drives 75024

This longtime holiday tradition has brought joy and fond memories to many families for years in this 16 plus block community LOADED with festively decorated homes. Vote on your favorite decorated homes by texting category and address to 469-440-2011. (Example: D – 1222 Main) A- BEST OVERALL B- MOST TRADITIONAL C- CHILDREN’S FAVORITE D- FUNNIEST

December 1-30, 2019; 7:00-10:00 PM

RICHARDSON

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Santa’s Village: Richardson City Hall 75080

Santa’s Village, a tiny town of 16 holiday dwellings on the north side of City Hall is a holiday tradition for families from Richardson and beyond. Each colorful building offers children a fun activity and even a visit with Santa Claus! Attendees can also enjoy live performances, holiday photo ops and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate or a snack.

December 7-8, 13-15, 20-22; 6:00 PM

ROCKWALL

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Hometown Christmas: Downtown Rockwall 75087

Celebrate the season in historic downtown Rockwall. The day begins at 9:00 AM with the Kiwanis Christmas parade celebrating the “Spirit of Rockwall”. After the parade, enjoy snow hill tubing, bounce houses, live entertainment, food trucks, and much more! The day of celebration will conclude with the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, cookies, hot chocolate, and craft workshop.

December 1, 2019; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

THE COLONY

Christmas Events

Holiday in the Park: Perryman Park 75056

This annual event will make its way through town with a bang. Enjoy all-day activities in and around town with Santa at the library and a light show at the fire station. The Parade of Lights will end at the park and feature festive holiday music, performances, holiday carnival games and rides and a holiday baking contest.

December 7, 2019; Parade of Lights at 5:45 PM

TROPHY CLUB

Christmas Events

Christmas in the ParkIndependence Field: 501 Parkview Drive 76262

This holiday celebration is sure to become a family tradition! Come see the Christmas tree lighting, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas reading by the mayor, FREE Starbucks coffee, hot cocoa, sweets, and  funnel cake, pictures with Santa, and many more fun activities.

December 8, 2018; 6:30pm-8:30PM

WEATHERFORD

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Christmas at the Castle: Texas Pythian Home 76086

Get into the Christmas Spirit as you tour this festively decorated castle. This event is free and kid-friendly. Bring your camera and explore the Texas Pythian Home during Christmas at the Castle.

December 14, 2019; 11:00 AM-7:00 PM


GETTING INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT

Now you too can register your appalling, I mean ridiculously, I mean beautifully decorated abode right HERE and HERE, or at least find out who’s registered near you.


A UNIQUE & ROMANTIC WAY TO SEE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Anyone can load up their car with family or friends and head out for an evening of holiday cheer, but what about trying something different, maybe something you haven’t done before, EVER?

Well, welcome to Santa’s Sleigh Ride!  Epic Helicopters is the largest helicopter tour operator in North Texas, offering several Christmas light tours from the sky! Experience the holiday magic in a genuinely Epic way when you climb aboard one of these whirlybirds.  Make this a memory your loved ones will NEVER forget!

Oh, and they do gift certificates too, the PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER!

VITRUVIAN LIGHTS

DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH

HIGHLAND PARK VILLAGE

INTERLOCHEN LIGHTS

Well, folks, I hope you enjoyed this laundry list of fun. If you feel like I missed something, please let me know, and I’ll see if I can add it to the list.  Also if you are looking for more activities this holiday season check out The Ultimate Events and Activities in DFW.

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SoFortWorthIt GIVEAWAY!!!

Enter to win a 30-minute Epic Helicopter Holiday Lights Tour for TWO!

Drawing a winner on Monday, December 23rd at NOON. Flight will depart from Meacham Field in Fort Worth on Friday, December 27th at 6:00 PM.

I must hear from the winner within 24 hours of announcement or prize will be forfeited to the next name drawn!

Please read all the official rules for this Rafflecopter giveaway! Good Luck! 

OFFICIAL RULES & DISCLAIMERS FOR CONTEST

– Drawing the winner on Monday, December 23rd @ NOON.
– Winner must reply within 24 hours of announcement or prize will be forfeited to next person drawn.
– Flight is scheduled to leave Fort Worth Meacham Field, Friday, December 27th at 6:00 PM.
– Winner must be 18 year or older.
– No rescheduling or date changes can be made.
– This prize is non-transferable and has no cash value.
– Passengers must weigh less than 300lbs each.

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