Best Holiday Lights in Dallas–Fort Worth: Top 5 DFW Displays and Events for 2025

There’s something magical about the holiday season in North Texas. Maybe it’s the way Dallas transforms the moment Thanksgiving ends, or how Fort Worth sparkles against the winter sky. While we can’t promise snow, we can absolutely deliver on spectacular light displays that’ll make your December unforgettable.

As your trusted concierge team, we’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Whether you’re planning a team outing, entertaining clients, or simply looking for a memorable evening after work, here are five holiday light experiences that showcase the best of our Dallas-Fort Worth area.

1. Prairie Lights at Grand Prairie (Lynn Creek / Joe Pool Lake area)

This long-time holiday favorite is a drive-through light park shining with millions of lights arranged in animated tunnels, forests, and festive scenes. As you wind through the display, you’ll find Santa’s Village, fun rides, occasional carnival vibes, warm drinks, and an immersive light stroll. It’s perfect for a relaxed group outing—just bring cocoa and holiday spirit.

A true Texas-sized light display, Prairie Lights delivers with 4 million lights spread across a two-mile drive-through experience. The 2025 show introduces a cutting-edge light tunnel, a reimagined walk-through forest section, and captivating animated displays that bring holiday stories to life.

Beyond the drive-through spectacle, Prairie Lights offers carnival rides, holiday shopping, and photo opportunities with Santa. It’s the kind of experience that works equally well for a romantic date night or a family adventure with kids in pajamas clutching hot chocolate in the backseat.

When to Visit: Now through December 31, nightly 6-10 PM (drive-through admission: $50 per car)

2. Christmas in the Square, Frisco

Looking for something free that doesn’t compromise on wow factor? Christmas in the Square in Frisco, TX features over 180,000 lights and 200 dancing snowflakes synchronized to festive music. The choreographed light show runs nightly from 6 to 10 p.m., and you can either tune your car radio to 107.3 FM or walk the square and enjoy the music through outdoor speakers.

This North Texas holiday light show draws thousands each year. On weekends, many turn it into a full outing—skating, holiday shopping, and even visits with Santa available near the Square. This is a wonderful option for client entertainment or team gatherings where you want that festive atmosphere without the hefty price tag.

When to Visit: November 21 through January 5, nightly from 6-10 PM

3. Highland Park: A Timeless Dallas Tradition

Get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas Lights, take a festive journey thru Highland Park and University Park, filled with holiday lights and amazing decorations. The perfect way to celebrate the season with family, friends or co-workers. There’s a reason families have been touring Highland Park’s decorated streets for generations. This historic neighborhood becomes an enchanted village each December, with stately homes draped in elegant lights and that famous 140-year-old pecan tree on Armstrong Parkway serving as a glowing landmark.

The best viewing spots stretch between the Tollway, Preston Road, Mockingbird Lane, and Armstrong Parkway. You can drive through at your own pace, or elevate the experience with a horse-drawn carriage ride that lets you truly savor the details. Highland Park Village adds to the magic with over 1.5 million lights illuminating the upscale shopping district, plus their annual Christmas Lights Celebration on December 10 features carolers, photos with Santa, and exclusive shopping promotions.

When to Visit: Throughout December, with peak displays from mid-month through Christmas

4. Vitruvian Lights in Addison, TX

For a more upscale, contemporary experience, Vitruvian Park delivers sophistication. Millions of lights wrap around more than 500 trees throughout the 19-acre park. What distinguishes this display is its modern aesthetic featuring predominantly single-color trees reflected in the park’s water features.

The walkable format means you can enjoy the lights at your own pace, and the park hosts performances, food trucks, and complimentary photos with Santa. Located in Addison’s vibrant restaurant district, you can easily pair your light stroll with dinner at one of the nearby upscale establishments. It’s an elegant option for entertaining out-of-town guests or hosting a more refined holiday gathering.

Vitruvian Lights: Now through Thursday, January 1, 2026.

5. Interlochen Lights in Arlington, TX

Here’s something truly special: Interlochen Lights celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025. That’s five decades of a northwest Arlington neighborhood coming together to create a free drive-through experience that rivals any commercial display.

More than 200 homes participate, each family bringing their own creative vision to life with lights, decorations, and holiday magic. This year, homes that have participated for all 50 years receive special recognition. Tune your radio to the designated station, grab the neighborhood map from their Facebook page, and prepare to be amazed by what a dedicated community can create.

When to Visit: December 13-25 only (typically 6-11 PM, check their website or Facebook for updates.

Also in Arlington: Holiday Lights Parade
December 13, 2025
Join the holiday fun as thousands come together to enjoy the festive floats, sparkling lights, and lively holiday spirit, followed by the big Christmas tree lighting. For more information: https://buff.ly/SrZS7nr

Get Ready for Your Holiday Light Adventure

December evenings in North Texas can be chilly, so dress in layers if you’re planning any walk-through experiences. For drive-through displays, bring snacks and beverages to make the journey more comfortable, especially if you’re visiting popular spots where wait times can extend your adventure.

Many of these displays book up quickly, particularly on weekends closer to Christmas. Purchasing tickets in advance isn’t just smart planning—it’s often essential. Weeknight visits typically offer shorter waits and a more relaxed viewing experience.

These holiday light displays represent the best of North Texas’s festive spirit. From free neighborhood tours to elaborate ticketed experiences, there’s something festive waiting around every illuminated corner this December.

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Happy holidays from the Concierge Connection team. Hope to see you under the lights.

Keep your family’s December calendar full of magic. Follow @BigDConcierge on Twitter for weekly updates on DFW holiday events. #DFWholidaylights