Mid-Cities KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter

Published: Fri, 11/28/25

Updated: Fri, 11/28/25

Holiday Events in the Mid-Cities

Mid-Cities KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter

Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:

The holiday season is filled with fun throughout the Mid-Cities for the next several weeks! Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's bring the community together in a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition. Here is your master guide to the holidays, including events, concerts, activities, Christmas tree farms, and more! From dazzling light displays to festive markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Gather with family and friends to create lasting memories and experience the spirit of the season.

You'll see right below my signature a link to our HUGE list of ideas for local fun: 101 of them! Scan the list below, then bookmark the 101 list as your go-to resource for this holiday season!

Happy Holidays!

—Debra Ross, publisher

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101 Ideas for Holiday Family Fun in the Mid-Cities - 2025

KidsOutAndAbout.com's big list holiday happenings for 2025 in the Mid-Cities: Christmas concerts, lights, trees, Santa sightings, and more... plus activities for Chanukah and New Year's Eve.

Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant

Celebrate the magic of the holidays at the Dallas Zoo — where it’s merry, wild, and bright! Wander through a glowing wonderland filled with dazzling lights, larger-than-life themed areas, and festive surprises around every corner.

The Trains at NorthPark™

TRAINS AT NORTHPARK is a unique, beloved, and visually stunning holiday exhibition featuring a fascinating array of miniature trains rolling across 1,600 feet of track on a journey through Dallas and America’s most iconic cityscapes. From the youngest children, mesmerized by the colorful locomotives and intricate landscapes, to adults who appreciate the craftsmanship and detail of the model trains, there is something at this dynamic exhibit for everyone to enjoy. Each season, the display is refreshed with new scenes and features, making it a must-see year after year. We are excited to offer a S.T.E.A.M.-inspired experience and special Sensory Friendly days to the 2025-2026 exhibit!

Christmas at Gaylord Texan

Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. ICE! features beloved scenes from Elf™ brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures. Whether you're staying overnight or visiting for the day, it's the ultimate way to create lasting holiday memories together! ICE! is presented by PEPSI® and Lexus.

The Light Park- Arlington

Texas’s #1 Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show with millions of dazzling lights perfectly synced to holiday music, all from your car.

Chamberlain Ballet's The Nutcracker

Join Chamberlain Ballet this Thanksgiving weekend at the Eisemann Center as we bring The Nutcracker to life, a holiday tradition that captures the joy of the season. Follow young Clara on her magical journey, through the enchanting Kingdom of Snow to the playful Kingdom of Sweets, where she meets the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Peace Plaza Ice Rink

Tis the season to be in Grapevine, the Christmas Capital of Texas®! Bring the family and friends to experience Peace Plaza Ice Rink presented by Baylor Scott & White, located at Grapevine Main Station. Get ready to glide across the ice on this Texas-sized 4,500-square-foot outdoor ice-skating rink on Historic Main Street under the Texas sky and Grapevine’s 60-foot Christmas Tree!

Miracle on 134th Street Experience in Celina

Miracle On134th Street was derived from the desire to take our children to a place where they could share the wonder and awe that we experienced as children during the Christmas season . A magical and larger than life feeling that they will cherish and hold dear all the days of their lives. A beautiful place to spend an evening with those you love.

Prairie Lights - Holiday Lights Experience

Prairie Lights is the premier holiday light park in Texas located at Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie, Texas. Prairie Lights 2025 will feature a state-of-the-art light tunnel, a REIMAGINED magical walk-thru forest, CAPTIVATING animated light displays, carnival rides, photos with Santa, holiday shopping, and more!

Christmas Tree Farms in and around the Mid-Cities, TX

The Mid-Cities area offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in festive activities.

New Year's Eve Kids & Family Activities in & around the Mid-Cities

KidsOutAndAbout's list of family-friendly New Year's activities in the Mid-Cities area

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