Mansfield Magazine's 2017 Holiday Lights & Events Guide
Nov 29, 2017 04:52PM ● By Melanie Heisinger
From photos with Santa and Christmas lights drive-thru tours, to volunteer opportunities to help those who are less fortunate, there is plenty to celebrate.
This year, we highlight some of the coolest light shows, parades and events in the area for you and yours to experience. Here are some nearby picks.
Arlington
Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

Surrounded by millions of dazzling lights, the memories you make at Enchant will last well beyond the holiday season. Whether you’re navigating through the world's largest light maze, gliding around the magical ice-skating pond, visiting Santa or sharing hot cocoa with your loved ones while listening to live entertainment, you’ll find enchantment around every corner.
Looking for a one-stop shop to fulfill your Christmas shopping list? Enchant has over 100 food and market vendors, including the Texas Christkindl Market Lane. Unwrap new holiday traditions at the most scenic wonderland in Texas!

Magical Winter Lights - Nov 17, 2017 5PM – Jan 7, 2018
Magical Winter Lights is a spectacular, larger-than-life festival that presents a fresh multicultural take on traditional holiday light shows. We look forward to seeing you at our 2017 – ... Read More »

Interlochen Lights - Dec 15, 2017 - Dec 25, 2017 7PM
"Texas Best" Christmas Lights (as voted by the viewers of the Texas Country Reporter TV Show) are always free to see. 2017 will be the 42nd Anniversary of the Lights. One of the lar... Read More »

Holiday in the Park - Nov 17, 2017 - Jan 7, 2018 2PM
Holiday in the Park is back for select days from November 17-January 7 at Six Flags Over Texas. It's the most magical time of the year filled with enchanting experiences that will help cr... Read More »
Arlington Holiday Lights Parade

Grand Prairie
Prairie Lights 2017

Prairie Lights is the premier holiday light park in Texas located at Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie, Texas.

2017 Grand Prairie Holiday Tree Lighting - Dec 7, 2017 6:00PM
Have a very Prairie Christmas in downtown Grand Prairie with our annual tree lighting ceremony, hosted by the City of Grand Prairie and Grand Prairie Independent School District. The e... Read More »

Photos with Santa at Traders Village - Nov 25, 2017 - Dec 23, 2017 10:00AM
Santa photos at Traders Village start on November 25th. Kids of all ages can have their photo taken with Santa. Donations for photos go to the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce. Get into ... Read More »
Kennedale
City of Kennedale Tree Lighting Festival

Don't forget to bring your camera!
If your organization would like to hand out treats for Santa, we will provide one table and two chairs for you to set up a booth. You’re encouraged to decorate your booth, set up a game or craft, or dress up. The more festive, the better! Please let us know if you’ll need electricity or have any special requests.
Mansfield
Hometown Holidays

Saturday, Dec 2, 2pm: Hometown Holidays Parade in Historic Downtown Mansfield. Come early to see Music Place's production of Annie on Main Street starting at noon.
Saturday, Dec 2, 7pm: Amos Lee at MISD PAC. Tickets are limited and benefit MISD arts and music.

Fa La La 5k - Dec 2, 2017 9:00AM
The Mansfield Kiwanis Fa La La La 5K is an annual fun run/walk hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Mansfield during the first weekend of December during the City of Mansfield's Hometown Holiday... Read More »
Sunday, Dec 3, 1pm: Tour of Mansfield Holiday Homes sponsored by the Mansfield Women's Club. Buy tickets online here: http://www.themansfieldwomensclub.com/

The Nutcracker 2017 - Dec 16, 2017 2:00PM & 6:00PM
Join the Art Ballet Academy on a magical trip to the land of the Sugarplum Fairy, waltzing snowflakes and enchanted toys. Tchaikovsky's glorious score, dazzling costumes, giant growing Ch... Read More »

MISD’s 6th Annual Toys for Tots Drive - Dec 6, 2017 5:00PM
Get ready for one of the biggest Mansfield ISD community events of the year! MISD’s sixth annual Toys for Tots Drive is Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5 to 10:30 p.m at the MISD Center for the... Read More »
Fort Worth
Gift of Lights 2017

November 23rd - December 30, 2017
Do you have photos from your home, your neighborhood, or cool light shows you've seen in Mansfield and beyond? We'd love to see them. Post them in the comments, or contact us.
Hometown Holidays 2017