Dallas County announces 2025 holiday schedule featuring exciting events and activities for residents and visitors.

As the holiday season approaches, families and individuals in Dallas County and surrounding areas will find a wealth of festive activities designed to enhance the holiday spirit. To facilitate your exploration of these offerings, over 100 events have been organized alphabetically by city and chronologically by start date, allowing residents and visitors alike to schedule their holiday experiences with ease. Information on event pricing—including multiple complimentary options—alongside venue addresses and website links, is provided, making planning straightforward. It is advisable to extend your search beyond Dallas County to incorporate festivities occurring in neighboring regions such as Collin and Tarrant counties.

In Addison, one standout event is the Vitruvian Lights, a captivating display featuring 468 trees and options for both drive-through and walk-through experiences. This event runs from November 22 to January 1, with special activities featuring Santa Claus scheduled for November 22 and 29. Additionally, the Holiday Carriage Rides, available for per person from November 28 to December 21, offer an enchanting way to view the seasonal lights. Free community events, such as the Addison Circle Holiday Tree Lighting and Storytime with Mrs. Claus, are also highpoints in the Addison holiday calendar.

Carrollton will be highlighting its own festive offerings, including the longstanding musical production of “Joe Dickinson’s Ebenezer Scrooge” running from November 28 to December 23, with ticket prices ranging from to . Other free events include A Vintage Christmas in Old Town set for December 6 and the festive Santa on the Square occurring on the same day.

In Coppell, festive highlights include activities such as the Gobble Wobble 5K on November 22 and the family-friendly Holiday Parade on December 6. The parade offers free entry and includes a plethora of holiday-themed delights.

Dallas promises a richer tapestry of events, from the Galleria’s well-loved Santaland experience to the awe-inspiring Dallas Zoo Lights and its walk-through light display featuring animal-themed designs. These activities are live through early January.

With countless events featured across these cities, Dallas County is poised to offer something for everyone this holiday season. As plans are made for these upcoming festivities, be sure to check for any changes that may occur in the scheduling or event details. This proactive planning ensures that everyone can fully enjoy the warmth and cheer of the holidays in North Texas.

For ongoing updates and more events, refer to local listings and community event calendars.