This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.
1. Santa event at Giggles and Grins Pediatric Dentistry
Meet Santa Claus, enjoy Christmas-themed face painting, see balloon art and other activities at this event. The event will also include games and raffles, and food trucks.
- Dec. 12, 3-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 1480 Corporate Circle, Southlake
- Eventbrite: Annual Santa Event
Watching the 26th annual McKinney Rotary Christmas Parade of Lights, which will feature parade floats decorated in this year’s theme of “Christmas around the world.”
- Dec. 13, 6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney
- www.mckinneyrotary.org/events/2025-parade-of-lights
This free event will feature pictures with Krampus, local vendors, live music, a photo booth and more.
- Dec. 13, 7-10 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Harvest House, 331 E. Hickory St., Denton
- www.dentonharvesthouse.com/events
Celebrate the holiday season at this themed “Yee Haw Holiday” parade. Attendees can enjoy watching the parade, featuring festive floats and marching bands.
- Dec. 13, 2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Downtown Plano, 1021 E. 15th St., Plano
- www.rotaryparadesofplano.com/holiday-parade
Visit Kaleidoscope Park for local vendors including 192 Candle Co., Abiding Alchemy, Angie’s Cookies, Bling It On, Cinnamore, diapedic and Honeyweld Jewelry.
- Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 6635 Warren Parkway, Frisco
- www.kaleidoscopepark.org/event/shop-local-holiday-market-2
