City of Dallas, TX

12/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/11/2024 19:14

Save these dates! Holiday Events at Fair Park, Dallas Arboretum & Dallas Zoo

Visit DallasParks.org for more fun things to do this holiday season!

Kiest Park Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting

December 14

4 p.m. | Free

Kiest Park Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting welcomes Santa's crafts workshop, cozy hot chocolate station, and children's holiday-themed inflatables. Free carnival rides for all ages include rock climbing, pirate ship, choo-choo train and ballistic swings. Live performances feature the Kiest Youth Carolers, El Trigo Ballet Folklorico and jazzy sounds of the Rob Holbert Group. Explore one-stop shopping with artisan vendors and indulge in sweet and savory food truck treats. Visit with community partners Dallas 311 - On the Go, Dallas County Health and Human Services, Dallas Aquatics, Dallas Public Library - Hampton-Illinois Branch, and the Betty Walker Waites Foundation.

Don't miss the 26-foot tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. and the spectacular light display in the Kiest Memorial Garden.

Take a look at last year's event!

A Festival of Lights | December 13 - March 23 | Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park

Step into a world of enchantment at A Festival of Lights at Texas Discovery Gardens from December 13 - March 23! Explore over 40 stunning lantern displays, acrobatic performances, artisan vendors, and delicious food. With over 1,000,000 LED lights and endless photo opportunities, this enchanting event is one you won't want to miss. Get your tickets NOW for a magical experience!

Vinito & Vases

December 14

6 p.m.

Fair Park Visitor Center

Join this creative seasonal workshop at the Fair Park Visitor Center in partnership with Vinito, a local Mexican wine shop! Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on experience as you learn basic clay hand-building techniques to craft your own decorative piece, all while sipping on a selection of wines provided by Vinito. Get your tickets!

Holiday at the Arboretum

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden | 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218

Holiday at the Arboretum returns with its gardens transformed for the magic of the season including the return of the beloved Christmas Village and the 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos! This year's celebration marks a significant milestone as the Arboretum celebrates the 10th anniversary of The 12 Days of Christmas, the exhibit that started it all. Find more holidays activities here!

Dallas Zoo Lights

5:30 - 9 p.m. | Through January 4

Dallas Zoo | 650 S. R. L. Thornton Freeway |Dallas, TX 75203

Experience the magic of the Once Upon a Wild Light and embark on a dazzling adventure where the wild glows and magic follows. This holiday season, bring your wildest dreams to life as you journey through the mesmerizing, themed areas and dazzling lights decorating the Dallas Zoo. Stroll through our larger-than-life, magical experience where wild things glow.

Buy your tickets in advance!

Thank you for your interest in the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. Go to DallasParks.org for more fun things!

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