Santa has come and gone, but for many throughout Dallas Fort Worth area after all the dishes are put away and we have finished our post-holiday returns we are looking for ways to entertain the family.
Addison
Experience the last colorful nights of Vitruvian Lights from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, from 5 p.m. to midnight, at Vitruvian Park, in Addison. Roam through Vitruvian Park’s 12 acres and view more than 550 illuminated trees wrapped in 1.5 million sparkling LED lights. A large number of single-color trees gives this display a modern flair.
Allen
Sesame Street Live – Let’s Party will be held from Dec. 28 to Dec. 30, at 5 p.m. at Allen Event Center. Kids can sing and dance along with their favorite Sesame Street characters including Elmo, Big Bird, and Abby Cadabby. The gang discovers that planning a party is no easy task, but with some help from the audience, the cast learns that friendship and teamwork make anything possible. To purchase tickets, visit alleneventcenter.com.
Arlington
Celebrate the last days of Holiday in the Park from Dec. 28 to Dec.31, at Six Flags Over Texas, in Arlington. The theme park is transformed into a winter wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and a festive LED light show. Take a slide down the snow-sledding hill and warm yourself by fire pits and toast s’mores. Stroll through the Merry Marketplace and visit Santa’s Outpost to meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves. Encounter fun furry friends at Johnson’s Creek Critter Corral. There’ll also be seasonal performances, caroling, a 60-foot Christmas tree and, of course, rides.
Carrollton
Come and Celebrate Kwanzaa on Dec. 28, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Carrollton Public Library, in Carrollton. Stop by for Kwanzaa art, snacks and more. For more information visit Cityofcarrollton.com.
Dallas
Join the Dallas Public Library system to celebrate Kwanzaa: A Harvest Celebration on Dec. 26, starting at 10:30 a.m. at Bookmarks Library, in Dallas. Celebrating cultural traditions of the African diaspora in America, Kwanzaa runs Dec. 26-Jan. 1 and focuses on unity, creativity, and faith. In Kwanzaa: A Harvest Celebration, children will be enchanted with stories, songs and the history of Kwanzaa accompanied by African drum beats. Presented by griot storyteller Afiah Bey.
Farmers Branch
Celebrate New Year’s at Noon on Dec. 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Farmers Branch Historical Park. Let your little ones celebrate the New Year at a reasonable hour. Join Miss Samantha for a morning of crafts, snacks, dancing and celebrating at the Dodson House as we ring in the New Year at noon. Party snacks and juice will be provided; water bottles are encouraged. Please contact the instructor if your child has food allergies. The event is open to children ages 5-12 (4-year-olds are accepted, provided they have an older sibling present.) Space is limited and pre-registration required.
Grapevine
Adult Night: Ugly Sweater Party will be held on Dec. 28 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at LEGOLAND Discovery Center, in Grapevine. Legoland hosts a grownups-only Lego event (you normally have to have a kid accompanying you to get in). There are fun events all inspired by the evening’s theme. Guests can challenge the Master Model Builder and compete in build competitions for prizes. Tickets can be purchased in advance online for $14.50. Tickets at the door are $21.95. Remember, no kids allowed. To purchase tickets, visit https://dallasfw.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/tickets/adult-night/.
