As the holiday season approaches, our community comes alive with festive events and joyful traditions for all ages. From enchanting ballet performances and a dazzling tree lighting ceremony to the excitement of a 5K race with Santa himself, there’s something for everyone. Gather friends and family to celebrate the season and make memories that will last a lifetime at any of these local happenings that are sure to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Yuletide Nutcracker Performance
Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Texas Ballet Theater presents a classic rendition of the enchanting holiday favorite at Winspear Opera House, while Flower Mound’s own Turning Pointe dance studio puts a creative spin on the beloved classic with their Nutcracker Holiday Spectacular.
Ornamental Old Town
Kick off the Christmas season at the two-day Holiday Stroll event in Lewisville on December 5th and 6th. Sample food trucks, shop around the square, or take a hayride through Old Town on Friday night before catching a Christmas movie in the plaza or watching the annual tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy breakfast with Santa on Saturday morning before crafting, face painting, and more around Old Town in the afternoon.
Festive Fun Run
Run alongside Santa, elves, and other favorite holiday characters at the annual Reindeer Run 5k or 1-mile Grinch Sprint through Flower Mound on December 6th. Afterwards, snack on pancakes and cookies while sipping hot chocolate or coffee, or take a photo with Santa or the Grinch! Hosted by the Flower Mound Rotary Club, all proceeds go directly to local and international initiatives.
Parade of Lights
Kick off the holiday season at the annual Flower Mound Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on December 6th, with festively lit parade floats and joyful holiday music beginning at 5:30 p.m. Afterwards, bundle up with some hot chocolate and watch the tree lighting ceremony in Gerault Park. The event is free, but the city requests attendees bring a canned food item to donate for the Christian Community Action canned food drive.