Christmas Lights in Fort Worth 2024-2025

Downtown Fort Worth turns into a winter wonderland during the holiday season thanks to one of the most beautiful light displays in the region. Sundance Square is a magnet for kids and adults seeking Christmas spirit from late November. The switch is flipped during the tree lighting ceremony, followed by the spectacular Fort Worth Parade of Lights. The towering Christmas Tree on the square can't be missed. The giant 50-foot fir is adorned with 10,000 LEDs and ornaments. A stage with live music, beautiful decorations, and Santa Claus will make sure everyone has a Merry Christmas!

Some of the residential areas in Fort Worth also boast professional-grade light displays, like Trail Creek, where a Christmas Light show with over 20,000 RGB LED is synced to music. Ridglea Hills also boasts some dazzling light displays, especially along Luther Lake, where you can see beautiful reflections. If you wish to get even more dazzled, check out the Texas Speed Motorway with over a million bulbs!

Fort Worth Parade of Lights (November 24, 2024)

The annual Parade of Lights features dozens of spectacular floats, large illuminated balloons, theater groups, dancers, and musicians. Arrive by 4:30 pm to secure a good spot, enjoy some hot chocolate, savor delicious food, or explore the shops of Downtown Fort Worth. The parade, produced by Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, begins at 6 pm at Weatherford and Throckmorton streets, lasting about an hour and concluding on 3rd Street. With around 100 illuminated entries, the highlight of the event is Santa Claus, who makes his grand appearance on a dazzling float at approximately 7:20 pm. Ticket prices range from $15 to $30.

Modern Lights at The Modern Art Museum (November 29, 2024–February 9, 2025)

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is a stunning destination year-round. Still, its true magic shines during the holiday season, when the museum grounds are illuminated with festive lights. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful view from the galleries, which remain open with extended hours until 8 pm on Fridays, offering free gallery admission. Regular admission is $10 to $14. On Friday evenings, guests can savor a delightful meal at Café Modern during "Dinner with Lights," with seating available from 5 to 8:30 pm. For a cozier experience, stop by on Tuesdays for "Lights, Flights, and Bites" and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate. On the first Friday of each month, the museum hosts live music from the First Friday House Band in the Grand Lobby, along with drink specials and light bites from 5 to 8 pm.

Gift of Lights at Texas Speed Motorway (November 28, 2024–January 5, 2025)

One of the largest holiday light displays in the country, the Gift of Lights, transforms the Texas Motor Speedway near Fort Worth starting in late November. This dazzling Christmas spectacle features over three million LED lights and offers a captivating drive-through experience, which begins around Thanksgiving and continues through early January. The average drive-through time is approximately 45 minutes. To enhance your visit, you can purchase 3D glasses at the entrance for a more immersive experience. For those wanting to grab a bite, food trucks will be on-site, with food available through online preordering only.

After enjoying the Gift of Lights, make sure to visit Santa's Village at the Texas Motor Speedway. This 22,000-square-foot area allows children to meet Santa, interact with Olaf from "Frozen," ride a train, and make their own Christmas decorations. Santa is available for visits every Friday through Sunday at the Marriott Hotel on Championship Parkway in Fort Worth.

Prairie Lights at Lynn Creek Park (November 28–December 31, 2024)

One of the world's largest light tunnels is located at Lynn Creek Park in Grand Prairie, Texas. The Prairie Lights display features a spectacular two-mile drive-through illuminated by over 4 million lights. Prairie Lights, the premier holiday light park in Texas, is situated at Lynn Creek Park on Joe Pool Lake. For 2024, Prairie Lights will debut an all-new, state-of-the-art light tunnel, a reimagined magical walk-thru forest, and captivating animated light displays. Visitors can also enjoy free carnival rides, photos with Santa, holiday shopping, and more. In the center of the park, the Christmas Village offers a range of amenities, including food, warm drinks, gifts, and a lighted walk-through forest, which is included with park admission. Prairie Lights opens at 6 pm, and guests can enter the line until 10 pm.

Fairmount Festivus (December, 2024)

Fairmount’s Festivus is a holiday light drive-thru event held in the beautiful Fairmount neighborhood. The light tour lasts for one day only, from 6 to 9 pm, taking off from One Safe Place (1100 Hemphill St). Fairmount area features hundreds of lavishly decorated homes with fantastic holiday displays. Every participant gets a map showcasing the best houses en route. In exchange, participants are expected to donate a toy or $10 for One Safe Place.