Holiday Events (Dec 8 - Dec 15, 2019)
/2019 McKinney Rotary Christmas Parade of Lights
111 N Tennessee St, McKinney, Texas 75069
Saturday at 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The 20th Annual McKinney Rotary Christmas Parade of Lights is coming to historic downtown McKinney! Join us on December 14th at 6:30 pm for beautiful holiday floats, antique fire engines, and the big man himself - Santa!
Special thanks to the McKinney Community Development Corporation for their support!
Balloon Glow
701 E Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068
Saturday at 6 PM – 7 PM
Join us for our very first Balloon Glow taking place during Christmas at the Beach 2019! Come see giant balloons glow in the park and stay for more Christmas activities!
*This event is weather permitting!*
Follow along for updates.
This event is also benefiting the Little Elm Food Bank. All are encouraged to being a nonperishable food item.
Christmas Spectacular
One Cowboys Way, Frisco, Texas 75034
Friday at 6 PM – 10 PM
The annual Christmas Spectacular presented by Albertsons and Tom Thumb returns to The Star! The 20-minute show electrifies The Star with a powerful mix of game day excitement and Christmas cheer every Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. Nov. 22 – Dec. 21. For more information on the event, visit TheStarinFrisco.com.
Dates:
- Dec. 13 & 14
- Dec. 20 & 21
Winter Wonderland at FFM
9215 John W. Elliott Drive, Frisco, Texas 75034
Friday at 6 PM – 10 PM
Experience the MAGIC and get into the HOLIDAY SPIRIRT at WINTER WONDERLAND at the Frisco Fresh Market!
From November 29th through December 22nd, part of our site will transform into a Winter Wonderland to bring Frisco all the WINTER FUN, with a light maze, giant slide, interactive booths, weekly programming and SO MUCH MORE!
JOIN US FOR TWENTY-ONE DAYS OF HOLIDAY FUN IN FRISCO!
Get your tickets now: wonderlandfrisco.com
For Refund request: please contact the event producer at info@wonderlandfrisco.com.
Hours:
Tuesdays - Sundays: 6PM - 10PM
Mondays: CLOSED.
SEE YOU AT WINTER WONDERLAND!
Sounds of the Season (Free)
Ascension Court at The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W Park Blvd Plano, TX 75093
Wed, Dec 11, 2019, 4:00pm- 7:00pm
Wednesday, Dec. 11 (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.): Frisco Music Teacher's Association
Live Nativity (Free)
Creekview United Methodist Church
261 Country Club Rd
Allen, TX 75002
Wed, Dec 11, 2019, 6:00pm- 8:30pm
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 6:00pm- 8:30pm
Featuring live animals with a 15-minute storytelling featuring actors portraying Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the three wise men as it was on that cold night in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago.
The free shows will be first come first served.
The two night live event will again be held in the red barn at Creekwood UMC.
After enjoying carolers, children's crafts activities and complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, and other refreshments guest then will be ushered back in time, and towards the North Star, to the night Jesus was born.
Christmas in the Square (Free+)
Frisco Square
8874 Coleman Blvd
Frisco, TX 75034
Daily through December 31, 2019 6:00pm-10:00pm
Celebrate Christmas with the fan-favorite Christmas light and music show, Skate the Square, and Christmas tree maze.
Light and music show available to enjoy for free thru December 31.
Cost applies for skating and Christmas tree maze, available thru January 6.
Special activities, such as the Christmas Tree Maze and Skate the Square, will be closed on Christmas Day and during inclement weather. (Light and music show is available Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, 6-10pm.)
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Legacy Hall'iday Movie Series (Free)
Legacy Hall Box Garden
7800 Windrose Avenue
Plano, TX 75024
Wed, Dec 11, 2019, 7:00pm- 9:00pm
Wed, Dec 18, 2019, 7:00pm- 9:00pm
Bundle up in the Box Garden with a cup of holiday cider and enjoy the film on our BIG 24ft LED screen. FREE EVENT DETAILS: This is a FREE event, therefore registration does NOT guarantee seating or access to the venue. Seating is first come, first served. Tickets will NOT be collected. PRO TIP #12: Arrive early to popular events as seating may go quickly!
Elves Inc (Free)
Blue House Too
934 Market St.
Allen, TX 75013
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 5:00pm- 7:00pm
Thu, Dec 19, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Thu, Dec 19, 2019, 5:00pm- 7:00pm
In partnership with the Allen Arts Alliance, kids can participate in creating their very own special holiday craft project.
This project is geared to children from pre-school through elementary ages and is free to participate.
Wonder: A Winter Walk of Lights
Gabe Nesbitt Community Park
7001 Eldorado Pkwy
McKinney, TX 75070
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pmSat,
Dec 14, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm Sun,
Dec 15, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Thu, Dec 19, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pmFri,
Dec 20, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pmSat,
Dec 21, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm Sun,
Dec 22, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm .
Mon, Dec 23, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Tue, Dec 24, 2019, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Outdoor walk-through light displays holiday event with family-friendly events and activities including Christmas tree light show, pictures with Santa, kids' crafts, food trucks and more!
Tickets:
Adults, $10
Children 3-17: $8
Ages 2 and under are free
Proceeds fund a scholarship program for families needing financial assistance to participate in programming at the Apex Centre.
A Christmas Story
Art Centre Theatre
5220 Village Creek Dr
Plano, TX 75093
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 7:30pm
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 7:30pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 7:30pm
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 3:30pm
Fri, Dec 20, 2019, 7:30pm
Sat, Dec 21, 2019, 7:30pm
Sun, Dec 22, 2019, 3:30pm
The seasonal favorite about a young boy named Ralphie Parker only wants one thing for Christmas: a Red Ryder BB gun. Tickets: $15
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Reindeer! Riders of the Night Sky (Free)
Allen Public Library
300 N. Allen Drive
Allen, TX 75013
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 7:30pm
Can reindeer really fly? Learn the answer to that question and many more in this illustrated lecture about the life and lore of these legendary animals, from ancient times to the present.
Long before Santa hitched reindeer to his sleigh, they were ridden by people, raced for sport, and even milked for food.
Speaker Sharon Hudgins will also tell stories about her personal contacts with reindeer and their herders, from Scotland to Scandinavia, from Texas to Mongolia.
An award-winning author and journalist, Sharon Hudgins has been a lecturer on numerous tours to Europe and Asia for National Geographic Expeditions, Smithsonian Journeys, and Viking Ocean Cruises. She also enjoys photographing reindeer around the world.
Holiday Jazz Abram Olivas Quartet (Free)
Legacy Hall Box Garden
7800 Windrose Avenue
Plano, TX 75024
Thu, Dec 12, 2019, 7:30pm
Enjoy some holiday music with your neighbors!
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Third Monday Trade Days
TMTD McKinney
4550 W University Dr
McKinney, TX 75071
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 8:00am- 5:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 8:00am- 5:00pm
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 8:00am- 5:00pm
Third Monday Trade Days in McKinney, Texas is the oldest and largest monthly trade days/flea market in North Texas with roots back to the old county-wide market that began in the 1870's in McKinney. It is located in the historic Buckner Community which was the first County Seat of Collin County.
Over 450 vendors offer almost anything you can imagine - unique gifts, delightful home decor, trendy clothing and accessories, sporting goods, antiques and collectibles, dogs, and specialty items along with many fantastic "state fair" type food concessions.
Third Monday Trade Days has 18 acres of parking, 2 ATMs, mobility cart rentals, clean, modern restrooms, 3 shopper entrances and exits, and a heated and air conditioned Mall.
Third Monday Trade Days is held the Friday, Saturday and Sunday before the third Monday of each month.
Parking $5 until 3 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Free all day Friday and after 3 pm on Sat/Sun.
No other fee or admission fee.
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Fun on the Farm
The Heritage Farmstead Museum
1900 West 15th Street
Plano, TX 75075
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 10:00am-11:30am
Geared for children ages 2-5. Themes vary with month but typically include a wagon ride, fun craft project and unique activity.
Costs vary with theme.
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A Very Jazzy Christmas Concert (Free)
Watters Creek
858 Watters Creek Blvd
Allen, TX 75013
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 5:30pm- 7:30pm
Enjoy the holiday music of Eddie Crocetti Jazz. The jazz duo will be playing and entertaining guests every Friday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 1-3 p.m. in front of Vera Bradley on Watters Creek Dr.
In case of inclement weather, Jazzy Christmas will move inside Frogg Coffee Bar & Creperie.
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Carriage Rides (Free)
Watters Creek
970 Garden Park Dr
Allen, TX 75013
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 4:00pm- 7:00pm
Mon, Dec 16, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Tue, Dec 17, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Wed, Dec 18, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Thu, Dec 19, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Fri, Dec 20, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Sat, Dec 21, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Sun, Dec 22, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Mon, Dec 23, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Grab your friends and family and snuggle up in a horse drawn carriage on a cool winter night. The carriages can fit up to six people, and the staging area is located on Village Green Dr. across from Santa's Village and Village burger bar.
These charming rides are free and there are no reservations, so be sure to get there early to get a spot!
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Holidays at the Heard
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney, TX 750639
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 6:30pm- 9:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 6:30pm- 9:00pm
Bundle up your family, get out of the house, and experience the most unique family-friendly holiday event in North Texas.
Holidays at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary will bring the beauty of the holiday season into nature.
In keeping with the Heard's role as a nature preserve, this light display is designed to enhance, rather than overpower, the sanctuary's natural beauty.
Also, you'll get to travel back in time to experience 10 life-size dinosaurs along a nature trail.
Children and the young at heart will enjoy the opportunity to take a photo with Father Christmas and Mother Nature in a festive setting.
Tickets:
Adults: $9
Children 3-12: $6
Children 2 & under: free
Discounts for Heard Museum members.
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Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Wylie Acting Group
205 Industrial Court, Suite 200B
Wylie, TX 75098
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 7:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 2:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 7:00pm
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 2:30pm
In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids--probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem - and the fun - when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on!
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Journey to Christmas (Free/Register)
St. Paul Christian School
6565 Independence Pkwy
Plano, TX 75023
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 7:00pm- 9:00pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Come Walk the Streets of Old Bethlehem, Interact with the Merchants of the Day, See the Special Night come Alive before you!
Visitors will then enjoy Christmas music and a special children's Christmas nativity video. They are then guided through six live action scenes depicting the major events leading to the birth of Christ. This lively production is performed by members of the church and community, dressed in costumes from that era.
The whole family will enjoy the special effects provided by live camels, donkeys, sheep and other animals. Following the outdoor scenes, visitors will finish up with refreshments inside the Fellowship Hall.
Tours of the scenes running throughout the evening.
The program is presented rain or shine (outdoor scenes will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather).
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Scrooge - The Musical
Courtyard Theatre
1509 H Ave
Plano, TX 75074
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 7:30pm
.Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 1:30pm
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 7:30pm
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 2:30pm
This Plano Christmas Tradition features a fast-paced and fun full-length live musical production, visits from Santa Claus, Pre-show Christmas Carols, special Christmas Treats, and MUCH, MUCH, MORE!
Be aware, this same title is playing at two different theaters on different dates.
Tickets: $18
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Winter Onsieland (Free)
Legacy Hall Box Garden
7800 Windrose Avenue
Plano, TX 75024
Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 9:00pm
Sip on naughty or nice holiday cheer and jam out to music by Dallas' premiere 80s movie tribute band, Teen Wolves!
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Breakfast with Santa
Carpenter Park Recreation Center
6701 Coit Road
Plano, TX 75024
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 9:00am-11:00am
While enjoying tasty breakfast treats, create your own Santa wish list and holiday crafts. Little ones can enjoy some one on one time with Santa and receive a souvenir photo.
$9 per family.
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North Pole (Free)
Joe Farmer Recreation Center
1201 E Bethany Dr
Allen, TX 75002
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 9:30am- 2:30pm
Santa is setting up his workshop at Joe Farmer Recreation Center. Stop by the North Pole to meet Santa and create toys as an honorary elf.
Participants can also purchase gifts from Santa's toy shop, enjoy breakfast with Santa and take a picture with Santa.
Open to all ages.
Online registration is open;click More Information.
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Christmas Parade (Free)
Anna Middle School
1201 N Powell Pkwy
Anna, TX 75409
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 11:00am- 2:00pm
Each year in December the streets of downtown Anna transform into a wonderland of creative floats, marching bands and community members as they parade through the town.
Bands, floats, horses to be in the parade. Topped off with a visit from Santa!
Theme: Winter Wonderland
Where: Downtown Anna
11:00am: Live band / music playing on stage on 4th Street.
Noon: Parade Begins (Begins at Anna Middle School, heads south on Highway 5, turns east on 4th Street)
1pm to 2pm: Santa Land Open (at Crow's Country Cafe patio for pictures and tasty treats)
Registration for the parade due by December 3rd
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Holiday Extravaganza (Free/Register)
Texas Health Frisco
12400 Dallas Pkwy
Frisco, TX 75033
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 2:00pm- 5:00pm
Grand opening celebration includes snow covered hill and slide, Candy Cane Lane, Santa & Mrs. Claus photos, a life-sized snow globe to step inside and take a photo, snow princesses to meet, and Teddy bear adoptions.
Also a chance to test your surgical skills with a minimally invasive surgery machine, an FC Dallas experience, healthy cooking demos with popular Frisco chefs, health screens, and Frisco first responders.
Free tickets are required for entry, available by clicking on More Information.
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Brett Roberts' Christmas Puppets (Free)
Haggard Library
2501 Coit Rd
Plano, TX 75075
Sat, Dec 14, 2019, 3:00pm
Packed with puppets, slapstick silliness and a few age-appropriate magic tricks. Guaranteed to make kids smile! Each routine is only a few minutes long -- it's fast paced and fun.
Limited supplies or space free tickets required; distributed 30 minutes before the program
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Christmas Village (Free/Register)
Legacy West
5908 Headquarters Drive
Plano, TX 75024
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 12:00pm- 4:00pm
Featuring the best gifts from local tenants and artisans! Face-painting and crafts for the kids and warm treats to enjoy along the way.
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Merry Tuba Christmas (Free)
Watters Creek Green
970 Garden Park Dr
Allen, TX 75013
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 2:30pm
This event will be sure to put a smile on your face as much as the name does. Come watch an assortment of tuba players as they congregate at The Green to play Christmas carols and other crowd favorites.
This annual event is celebrated in each of the 50 states as well as around the world.
If you play tuba or euphonium and want to be a part of the magic, head to 988 Village Green Dr. at noon for registration and then at 1 p.m. for rehearsal. You do not want to miss this!
In the event of inclement weather, a determination of weather-altered plans will be made on the day of the event. Check Watters Creek Facebook page for updates.
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Holidays on Ice Show (Free+)
Allen Event Center
200 E Stacy Rd
Allen, TX 75013
Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Join Allen Community Ice Rink as they celebrate "Holidays On Ice," featuring the Allen Academy of Skating and Allen Community Ice Rink Skaters.
Bring a non-perishable food item and admission is free.
Open to all ages.
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Holiday Carol-oke (Free)
Legacy Hall Box Garden
7800 Windrose Avenue
Plano, TX 75024
Mon, Dec 16, 2019, 7:00pm
Fa la la la your way over to Legacy Hall on Monday, Dec. 16 at 7pm for some festive karaoke that will have everyone singing "all (they) want for Christmas is YOU"!
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Happy Holidays!
From Kami Hall
