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Plan Ahead for Christmas Fun with this Guide to Holiday Events in the DFW Area

2018 Christmas Events and Activities in Dallas and Fort Worth

What are your plans for the holiday season this year? Are you looking for fun, festive ways to upgrade your holiday spirit? You will not have to look far with this guide to our favorite 2018 Christmas events and activities in Dallas and Fort Worth. Make this holiday season even more exciting and enjoy the gift of luxury when you get behind the wheel of a pre-owned BMW car or crossover at Autos of Dallas!


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Dallas Zoo Lights

WHEN: Select Nights November 16 – January 1

WHERE: Dallas Zoo

If you love the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas Zoo Lights promises fun for all ages this holiday season. See all of your favorite animals in a different light with the zoo decorated with more than 1 million brilliant Christmas lights at every turn. Highlights of this festive attraction include a chance to meet Santa Claus, handcrafted silk lanterns, a holiday light show, live Christmas music, tasty holiday treats and much more.

Dallas Arboretum 12 Days of Christmas

WHEN: Select Nights November 14 – December 30

WHERE: Dallas Arboretum

Enjoy a holiday-themed walk through the Dallas Arboretum gardens when you take part in the 12 Days of Christmas this season. With live Christmas carols by local choirs, handcrafted holiday centerpieces, photos with Santa Claus, a kid-friendly toy workshop complete with elves, an Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest and more, this event is fun for all ages. Adults who enjoy craft beer can take part in the 12 Days of Holiday Beer at the Dallas Arboretum as well – from December 8 to December 23.

Christmas Spectacular at The Star

WHEN: Fridays and Saturdays November 23 – December 22

WHERE: Tostitos Championship Plaza at The Star

If you love football and the festive holiday season, you can enjoy the best of both worlds and join in the fun at the annual Christmas Spectacular at The Star. Enjoy Christmas-themed performances by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, the Dallas Cowboys Rhythm and Blues Dancers, the Dallas Cowboys Drumline and appearances by Dallas Cowboys greats when you visit the Tostitos Championship Plaza this season. Do not forget about pictures with Santa Claus at this great holiday event!

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Find the perfect place to celebrate the holiday season in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this year with this list of our favorite 2018 Christmas events and activities in Dallas and Fort Worth. Visit the Autos of Dallas inventory today to find the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone with an incredible selection of pre-owned cars, trucks and crossovers!