Dive into the holiday season with these events across the metroplex featuring Christmas lights, a ballet show, 3D art and holiday shopping.

Nov. 22 | "Unforgettable: Mesmerizing Moments"

“Unforgettable: Mesmerizing Moments” is Ballet Papillon’s debut production in the organization's 2024-25 season. The performance is inspired by the idea of reminiscing over memories, transforming troubling past events into silver-lined stories, and embracing the present moment, according to the organization's website.
  • Nov. 22-23, 7 p.m.
  • $35 (general admission), $25 (seniors ages 65+, students and military members), $15 for live streaming
  • Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville
  • www.balletpapillon.org
Nov. 23 | Home for the Holidays in Southlake

Kick off the festive season with the lighting of the Christmas tree and lights throughout Southlake's Town Square. Activities include ice skating, carriage rides, three lane snow hill and photos with Santa.Nov. 23 | Thanksgiving Farmers Market and Holiday Artisan Fair

Shop for gifts at this farmers market where local businesses and artisans will feature their handmade items for purchase.Nov. 23 | Our Village Glows


See the lighting of a 60-foot tree with a light show themed “Let it Glow! Holiday Light Show Spectacular,” which includes 245,300 LED lights synchronized to holiday music. The celebration also includes activities including musical entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides, face-painting, cookie decorating, ornament making and Santa’s arrival.Nov. 24 | Lights at Legacy

Enjoy complimentary train rides, balloon artists, toy soldier stilt walkers and live entertainment at this event. Complimentary food and drink samples from The Shops at Legacy retailers and restaurants will also be available.Nov. 25 | Carol of Lights

Enjoy this street lighting with children's activities, food vendors and an artisan market. Activities include six Christmas-themed bounce houses, a rock wall, an inflatable maze and snow hills.Nov. 26 | Gobble Up Creativity!

In this 3D mixed-media workshop, kids will create a fireplace scene decoration complete with flickering flames using materials like Model Magic, twigs, and fabric scraps.