Where to View Christmas Lights In Dallas

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere I go….

It’s that time of year again folks, Christmas is right around the corner and will be here before you know it. One perk of the holiday season is being able to view the amazing Christmas lights that are hung so delicately throughout the community. Buckle up and enjoy the ride, here are some of the best Christmas light shows throughout DFW.

KESSLER NEIGHBORHOOD PARK

Kessler Neighborhood Park is located in north Oak Cliff. This historic neighborhood overlooks the Downtown Dallas skyline and is in the shadows of Methodist Central Hospital. They will be displaying thousands of lights throughout the streets as well as beautifully decorated houses. They will be starting off the 2015 Christmas light display by lighting their neighborhood Christmas tree on December 5th. If you would like more info about the lights in this neighborhood, email kesslerneighbors@aol.com.

CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS

Drive through the Boulevard at SMU for a breathtaking experience. There will be over 100,000 lights to ring in the Holiday season at the Celebration of Lights. These lights will be on throughout the holidays, if you’re feeling extra festive join SMU, family and friends for the annual Celebration of Lights. The official lighting will be on November 30, 2015. {Photo Credit: SMU}

HIGHLAND PARK

Highland Park is bordered by the Tollway on the West, Preston on the East, Mockingbird on the North and Armstrong on the South. Your best bet is to start your light tour at Armstrong and Preston. This community is approximately 20 blocks long. They know how to decorate and show that they are one of the most prestigious areas around. The lights on Beverly, are a must see.  Book a carriage ride for a romantic night with your hunny and make a stop at Highland Park Village to view even more breath taking lights.

CHRISTMAS IN THE SQUARE

This isn’t just a light show, Christmas in the Square is a fun adventure for the whole family. With over 175,000 lights, 11.5 miles of wiring and 8 miles of cords, this is the largest choreographed holiday lights and music display in Texas. There will be many activities for the family to participate in the weekend of December 10-11 and December 17-18.  These displays are located at Frisco Square.

DEERFIELD

Located between Preston & Coit in West Plano you will find Deerfield, an exquisite neighborhood with die-to-for houses. When Deerfield was being built, it was considered “far too North of Preston” so to get more visitors to look at the homes, a $5k prize was offered to the house with the best lights. Homeowners loved the idea and went all out. When the next year came around they had so many lights, everybody decorated again – and the tradition started. You can walk, drive, or ride a horse carriage to see the lights. Check their site for more info. {Photo Credit: Deerfield Gallery}

PRAIRIE LIGHTS 

Another light show with a large following each year is in Grand Prairie. Within two miles,Prairie Lights, has managed to use over four million lights proving to be one of the best shows around. Half way through your drive, you are able to get out of your car to play in their Holiday Village. Inside you can find Santa, concessions, lighted forest and a holiday magic theater. Prairie Lights is open daily until New Years Eve starting at 6pm every night. This show can be found at Lynn Creek Park. {Photo Credit:Prairie Lights Official Site}

INTERLOCHEN 

If over 40,000 people drive through the streets ofInterlocheneach year to view their light shows, they must be pretty darn good. Interlochen is a neighborhood in North Arlington. They were barely able to pull off the show this year due to funding issues, but thanks to Allan Saxe, a UTA Professor and Philanthropist, the show will go on. Almost every house in this neighborhood is lined perfectly with Christmas lights. Begin your route at Randol Mills at Westwood, west of Cooper Street. Due to the popularity of this show, plan to spend a few hours here. {Photo Credit: Jennifer Dahl}

CHRISTMAS TOUR OF LIGHTS

Farmers Branch annual Christmas Tour of Lights is in full effect this year with over 300,000 twinkling lights. The tour starts at Valley View Lane and Interstate 35, just follow the the candy cane signs. Their Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place on December 5th. You will be able to sneak in a visit with Santa and watch a fireworks show. Admission is completely free, donations will be accepted that will be benefiting local non-profit organizations. {Photo Credit: Farmers Branch Official Site}

VITRUVIAN PARK 

You will not want to miss this park as it is transformed into a winter wonderland. Join in the festivities on November 27th when the town of Addison flips the switch to turn on their Christmas light display. More than 500 trees will light up the night on this 12 acre park. There will be live music, food trucks, and free photos with Santa. If you cannot make the Christmas lighting ceremony, you can still visit this park and enjoy their lights until the first of the year. Visit Vitruvian Park’s Events page for more information.

TEXAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY 

Bring the family down to the speedway where they put on a fabulous light display, the Gift of Lights. Every evening from the end of November until the end of December you can take a stroll around the speedway and enjoy their display of Christmas lights. You can also visit with Santa, sip on a cup of hot cocoa, and check out some of the race cars up close. {Photo Credit: Texas Motor Speedway}

SANTA LAND

Visit Texas’ original drive-thru Christmas Park in Tyler, Texas. Opening in early November and closing in early January this Christmas light display is full of fun displays and a ton of lights. Santa will be on hand to take gift requests from Thanksgiving until Christmas. You can even catch a ride on Santa’s Trailer. Stop on by Santa Land’s website for more information.

Experience the sights and sounds of all these amazing displays, for more information please check their official site, as information may have changed. All of these Christmas light displays prove that everything really is bigger and better in Texas. Where is your favorite place to look at lights?