Christmas is quickly approaching, your kids are out of school for winter break, and you are attempting to find ways to entertain them, all while trying to fully embrace the holiday spirit yourself. If this sounds anything like you, then look no further. Dallas has a lot of fun things to do around town, especially during the most wonderful time of the year. Below are some festive ideas to keep everyone engaged with the holiday spirit this season.
In the evening, once all of the critters are asleep, the Dallas Zoo hosts a massive light display during the holidays. Festivities include the light show itself, a Santa meet and greet, musical performances, fun snacks, and much more! Take a trip with your friends and/or family to go check it out – and be sure to take advantage of some really neat photo ops.
This one is for all of the EDM lovers out there. Lights All Night is a two-day dance festival located in Dallas. This year is Lights All Night’s 10th anniversary, so brace yourself for a big blowout bash. Acts include big names like Skrillex and Louis the Child, plus 37 more! This event takes place on December 27th and 28th and is open to those who are 18 and older for general admission (21+ for VIP admission).
This year from December 13th to January 5th, an immersive experience known as SNOWDAY will be held at the Plaza at Preston Center. The event is essentially a wonderland that you navigate through to explore a sense of enchantment and nostalgia, all while snapping a few pictures in the provided photo booths. You even have the option of printing or instantly sharing your photos!
Open until January 5th, this exhibit showcases holiday décor that had once adorned the White House in 2007. Models of historical sites such as the Alamo, Mount Rushmore, and Spanish missions will be incorporated into the exhibit alongside behind-the-scenes photos of Mrs. Bush’s involvement with the National Parks. Be sure not to miss the breathtaking replica of the official White House Blue Room Christmas tree!
This year, Holiday at the Arboretum is featuring “The Twelve Days of Christmas” outdoor exhibit. There will be massive gazebos (25 feet tall, to be exact) that will display each of the characters from the original carol (i.e. three French hens, twelve drummers drumming, etc.). The event lasts until December 31st, and from Wednesday to Sunday from 6-9pm there will be over a million lights beautifully illuminating the garden.
PINSTACK isn’t just your neighborhood bowling alley. At PINSTACK, you can enjoy a state-of-the-art bowling experience, with lane-side food and beverage service and private bowling areas. You can also enjoy their two-level laser tag arena, arcade video games, and more. They serve the entire DFW metroplex, so pick a day to take your family there this holiday season! If you are feeling especially wild, go ahead and book a group event! PINSTACK has 3 party package options, including Platinum, Gold, and Silver. We’re sure you will find something right up your alley!
- Dallas Zoo Lights Festival
In the evening, once all of the critters are asleep, the Dallas Zoo hosts a massive light display during the holidays. Festivities include the light show itself, a Santa meet and greet, musical performances, fun snacks, and much more! Take a trip with your friends and/or family to go check it out – and be sure to take advantage of some really neat photo ops.
- Lights All Night Festival
This one is for all of the EDM lovers out there. Lights All Night is a two-day dance festival located in Dallas. This year is Lights All Night’s 10th anniversary, so brace yourself for a big blowout bash. Acts include big names like Skrillex and Louis the Child, plus 37 more! This event takes place on December 27th and 28th and is open to those who are 18 and older for general admission (21+ for VIP admission).
- SNOWDAY
This year from December 13th to January 5th, an immersive experience known as SNOWDAY will be held at the Plaza at Preston Center. The event is essentially a wonderland that you navigate through to explore a sense of enchantment and nostalgia, all while snapping a few pictures in the provided photo booths. You even have the option of printing or instantly sharing your photos!
- Holiday in the National Parks: Christmas at the White House
Open until January 5th, this exhibit showcases holiday décor that had once adorned the White House in 2007. Models of historical sites such as the Alamo, Mount Rushmore, and Spanish missions will be incorporated into the exhibit alongside behind-the-scenes photos of Mrs. Bush’s involvement with the National Parks. Be sure not to miss the breathtaking replica of the official White House Blue Room Christmas tree!
- Holiday at the Arboretum
This year, Holiday at the Arboretum is featuring “The Twelve Days of Christmas” outdoor exhibit. There will be massive gazebos (25 feet tall, to be exact) that will display each of the characters from the original carol (i.e. three French hens, twelve drummers drumming, etc.). The event lasts until December 31st, and from Wednesday to Sunday from 6-9pm there will be over a million lights beautifully illuminating the garden.
- PINSTACK
PINSTACK isn’t just your neighborhood bowling alley. At PINSTACK, you can enjoy a state-of-the-art bowling experience, with lane-side food and beverage service and private bowling areas. You can also enjoy their two-level laser tag arena, arcade video games, and more. They serve the entire DFW metroplex, so pick a day to take your family there this holiday season! If you are feeling especially wild, go ahead and book a group event! PINSTACK has 3 party package options, including Platinum, Gold, and Silver. We’re sure you will find something right up your alley!
