The holidays are here, Lewisville! Dive into our guide for all the top festive events. Whether Lewisville is your lifelong home or your holiday destination, this guide maximizes your seasonal experience.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting spectacle of Christmas at the Gaylord Texan, featuring stunning ice sculptures and festive displays. For a unique outdoor experience, the Vitruvian Lights transforms the park into a dazzling winter wonderland. And the Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing beautiful holiday lights while you drive through the speedway. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Lewisville
- Christmas at the Gaylord Texan (Grapevine)
- Vitruvian Lights (Addison)
- Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway (Fort Worth)
- Prairie Lights (Grand Prairie)
- Klyde Warren Park's Tree Lighting Celebration (Dallas)
- Parade of Lights Grapevine (Grapevine)
- Santa's Village at Huffhines Park (Richardson)
- Holidays at the Heard (McKinney)
- Christmas Spectacular Light Show - The Colony (The Colony)
- Old Town Holiday Stroll 2024
See these and even more events listed below!
Lewisville Holiday Light Displays
Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway
What to Expect:
Drive-thru holiday light display with Santa visit.
Description:
Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway is an incredible drive-thru holiday experience filled with lights and festive atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the display every Friday-Sunday, with extended hours on Friday-Saturday from 6-11 PM and Sunday from 6-10 PM. The event also includes the opportunity to visit Santa at the Marriott Hotel on Championship Parkway in Fort Worth, Texas.
Where: Fort Worth | More Info: Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway
Parade of Lights Grapevine
What to Expect:
Largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas.
Description:
The Parade of Lights in Grapevine features over 100 lighted floats and marching bands, culminating with Santa Claus on the final float. This annual event, first executed in 1979, is the largest lighted Christmas parade in North Texas, showcasing festive floats and community spirit.
Where: Grapevine | More Info: Parade of Lights Grapevine
Vitruvian Lights
What to Expect:
Dazzling holiday light displays in a scenic park setting.
Description:
Vitruvian Lights transforms Vitruvian Park into a dazzling holiday spectacle with daily tree light displays from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Where: Addison | More Info: Vitruvian Lights
Prairie Lights
What to Expect:
State-of-the-art light tunnel and reimagined walk-thru forest.
Description:
Prairie Lights is a premier holiday light park in Texas, featuring 4 million lights, an ALL NEW state-of-the-art light tunnel, a REIMAGINED magical walk-thru forest, CAPTIVATING animated light displays, carnival rides, photos with Santa, and holiday shopping.
Where: Grand Prairie | More Info: Prairie Lights
Lights on the Farm - Heritage Farmstead Museum
What to Expect:
Holiday light display with Santa and festive treats.
Description:
Lights on the Farm at Heritage Farmstead Museum features a quarter-mile trail with over 1 million dazzling lights and unique holiday elements. Guests can meet Santa, enjoy delicious treats like s'mores and hot cocoa, and take part in festive activities.
Where: Plano | More Info: Lights on the Farm - Heritage Farmstead Museum
Christmas Spectacular Light Show - The Colony
What to Expect:
Choreographed light show synchronized with holiday music.
Description:
The Colony Christmas Spectacular is a free light show choreographed to music, visible every evening from December 2 to January 5, 2025, at the Central Fire Station. Tune your radio to 99.9 FM to enjoy the synchronized holiday music.
Where: The Colony | More Info: Christmas Spectacular Light Show - The Colony
Holiday Lights in the Park - Andrew Brown Park East
What to Expect:
Daily nighttime light display at a public park.
Description:
Andrew Brown Park East is illuminated with festive holiday lights every night from December 3 to 31, creating a beautiful and inviting atmosphere for all to enjoy.
Where: Coppell | More Info: Holiday Lights in the Park - Andrew Brown Park East
Lewisville Holiday Markets and Shopping
Old Town Holiday Stroll 2024
What to Expect:
Hayrides through historic homes district with tree lighting ceremony.
Description:
The Old Town Holiday Stroll 2024 is a two-day celebration in Old Town Lewisville featuring First Fridays vendors, a Children's Entrepreneur Market, live music, hayrides, and the Lewisville Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony. On Saturday, enjoy a Pancake Breakfast with Santa, a Motorcycle Toy Run, and the Huffines Auto Dealerships Lewisville Christmas Parade.
Where: Lewisville | More Info: Old Town Holiday Stroll 2024
3rd Annual Christmas Craft Show
What to Expect:
Unique handmade and vintage goods from local artisans.
Description:
The 3rd Annual Christmas Craft Show is a celebration of creativity and community, featuring local artists showcasing unique handmade and vintage goods perfect for holiday shopping. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures and support talented artisans in the area. Indulge in delicious treats from our bake sale and enjoy the chance to win fabulous prizes in our gift card raffle.
Where: Fort Worth | More Info: 3rd Annual Christmas Craft Show
Texas Made Expo: Holiday Edition
What to Expect:
Unique handmade treasures crafted by local artisans.
Description:
The Texas Made Expo: Holiday Edition is a vibrant indoor and outdoor vendor market showcasing unique handmade treasures crafted by local artisans, makers, and creators. Explore a wide range of home decor, handmade items, candles, jewelry, gifts, soaps, furniture, and art. This event celebrates Texan creativity and offers a free admission experience.
Where: Plano | More Info: Texas Made Expo: Holiday Edition
Bobcat Dazzler Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with over 150 vendors.
Description:
The Bobcat Dazzler Holiday Market is an annual event featuring over 150 vendors selling a variety of handmade crafts, gifts, and seasonal items. It takes place at Byron Nelson High School, offering a diverse shopping experience for the community.
Where: Trophy Club | More Info: Bobcat Dazzler Holiday Market
Emmanuel Fall Craft Fair
What to Expect:
Indoor craft fair with local vendors and food options.
Description:
The Emmanuel Fall Craft Fair features over 15 local vendors selling unique handmade items, including breakfast tacos, a bake sale, and raffle draws. The event is held indoors at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church and is open to all ages, making it a great shopping opportunity for families.
Where: Plano | More Info: Emmanuel Fall Craft Fair
Shopping Days Vendor Market – Big Christmas in Plano
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with over 100 small businesses.
Description:
The Shopping Days Vendor Market – Big Christmas in Plano offers a wide variety of unique products from local vendors, including Christmas gifts, trendy fashion items, handcrafted jewelry, and delicious homemade treats. This event provides a vibrant atmosphere where you can discover hidden gems and support local businesses.
Where: Plano | More Info: Shopping Days Vendor Market – Big Christmas in Plano
Lewisville Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas at the Gaylord Texan
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with intricate ice sculptures and festive activities.
Description:
At the Gaylord Texan, immerse yourself in a holiday spectacle featuring over 2 million twinkling lights, an impressive Christmas tree, and the iconic ICE attraction with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Enjoy thrilling ice slides, gingerbread decorating, ice skating, and various festive activities.
Where: Grapevine | More Info: Christmas at the Gaylord Texan
Klyde Warren Park's Tree Lighting Celebration
What to Expect:
Live holiday entertainment and tree lighting.
Description:
Klyde Warren Park's Tree Lighting Celebration features photos with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, face painting, crafts, games, and live holiday entertainment culminating in the lighting of the Mayor’s Tree.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Klyde Warren Park's Tree Lighting Celebration
Lewisville Other Holiday Activities
Holiday on the Hill
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday event with Santa and festive activities.
Description:
Join us in Historic Downtown Cedar Hill for a holiday celebration featuring holiday kids' activities, live performances, photos with Santa, festive photo ops, and the official lighting of the City of Cedar Hill tree.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Holiday on the Hill
Santa's Village at Huffhines Park
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday village with Santa's Post Office and Mrs. Claus bakery.
Description:
Santa's Village at Huffhines Park is a free holiday event featuring free parking, photos with Santa, musical performances, and interactive activities within each village dwelling.
Where: Richardson | More Info: Santa's Village at Huffhines Park
Holidays at the Heard
What to Expect:
Holiday lights and live music in a nature preserve setting.
Description:
Holidays at the Heard is a family-friendly event featuring holiday lights and décor along a half-mile nature trail, with a glimpse of the Dinosaurs Live exhibit. Enjoy live music under the stars and festive settings, including opportunities to take photos and enjoy snacks.
Where: McKinney | More Info: Holidays at the Heard
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Flower Mound (6 miles)
- Coppell (6 miles)
- The Colony (7 miles)
- Corinth (8 miles)
- Little Elm (9 miles)
- Carrollton (9 miles)
- Grapevine (9 miles)
- Farmers Branch (10 miles)
- Southlake (11 miles)
- Frisco (12 miles)
- Denton (14 miles)
- Colleyville (15 miles)
- Euless (15 miles)
- Irving (16 miles)
- Bedford (16 miles)
- Richardson (17 miles)
- Keller (17 miles)
- Plano (17 miles)
- University Park (18 miles)
- Hurst (18 miles)
- Allen (19 miles)
- Watauga (20 miles)
- North Richland Hills (20 miles)
- Grand Prairie (21 miles)
- Dallas (21 miles)
- Murphy (22 miles)
- Arlington (22 miles)
- Garland (23 miles)
- Haltom City (23 miles)
- Sachse (24 miles)
- McKinney (24 miles)
- Saginaw (25 miles)
- Wylie (26 miles)
- Rowlett (27 miles)
- Duncanville (28 miles)
- Fort Worth (29 miles)
- Mesquite (30 miles)
- Balch Springs (31 miles)
- Cedar Hill (32 miles)
- Rockwall (32 miles)
- DeSoto (33 miles)
- Lancaster (34 miles)
- Mansfield (34 miles)
- Benbrook (37 miles)
- Midlothian (39 miles)
- Burleson (40 miles)