Spend the Holidays in Grapevine, Texas
TX—Grapevine, Texas, is next to the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), which means that pilots will have an incredibly easy time getting to all the Christmas festivities in downtown Grapevine. The town’s Christmas season spans 40 days and contains more than 1,400 events for adults, couples, children, and families. Let’s take a look at all the things there are to do in Grapevine this holiday season.
DFW Corporate Aviation
Dallas Fort Worth Airport is home to DFW Corporate Aviation. It’s open from 5 AM to Midnight to welcome and assist private and corporate aircraft. Their services include fueling and catering. They also have free WiFi, meeting rooms, and transportation services between terminals. The airport offers rental cars from Enterprise, Avis, and Hertz.
Enjoy the Holiday Spirit in Grapevine – The Christmas Capital of Texas®
The Texas Senate declared Grapevine the Christmas Capital of Texas®in 2009, and every year for 40 days, Grapevine, TX, embodies the holiday spirit with more than 1,400 Christmas-themed events. A few of those events include the Carol of Lights, the Peace Plaza Ice Rink, and the Grapevine Christmas Market.
Carol of Lights
The Carol of Lights is sponsored by Texas Health. It’s a free walking tour in downtown Grapevine that visitors can take from 4 PM to 8:30 PM on November 25th. Participants can enjoy wonderful holiday displays and lights. There will be interactive displays and activities for children, and patrons can enjoy an artisan market, food vendors, and live, family-friendly entertainment.
Parade of Lights
Holidaygoers can enjoy a spectacular Christmas lights display on December 5th during the Parade of Lights. The parade of Lights starts at 7 PM, and there is no cost. It features more than 100 floats filled with eye-catching Christmas displays and lights. This year, guests can enjoy the theme of Toys, Trains and Candy Canes, as well as looking for Santa Claus, who is rumored to be in the last float.
Peace Plaza Ice Rink
The Peace Plaza Ice Rink is sponsored by the Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Grapevine. It’s one of the most beloved and enjoyed Christmas attractions in the town. The rink is located in Peace Plaza and features a 60-foot Christmas tree. Tickets are just $20 a piece and allow patrons to skate for an hour. This event runs from November 22 to January 7, 2025.
Christmas at the Palace Theatre
Amazon sponsors this year’s Christmas at the Palace Theatre. The Palace Theatre in downtown Grapevine will host live performances and concerts, as well as classic movies and cartoons. The calendar of spectacular Christmas presentations includes the Nutcracker by the North Central Ballet on November 24, Elf and Home Alone on November 30, Classic Cartoons and Crafts throughout December, and the Texas Tenors on December 10th, as well as many other films and live performances.
Grapevine Christmas Market
The Grapevine Christmas Market first opens on November 30. Then, it’s open on December 1st as well as December 7 through December 23 from 1 PM until 9 PM. The Christmas Market features local artisans and gift-makers as well as local businesses. Downtown artisans and shops include Vetro Glassblowing Studio and Gallery, Bermuda Gold and Silver jewelry store, and Giddens Gallery of Fine Art. Karma Handicrafts features an array of incense, handcrafted backpacks and rucksacks, skirts, purses, and other items. There are also a plethora of boutiques and fashion stores. Visitors are sure to find the perfect holiday gifts for their loved ones.
Great Wolf Lodge’s Snowland
Great Wolf Lodge hosts an annual Snowland celebration from November 25 through January 6. It’s a winter wonderland featuring dance parties, bingo, games, a scavenger hunt, and visits with Santa Claus.
Booking a Stay at Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge is located in Grapevine, Texas. Guests can opt to stay in one of their many suites, including standard, themed and premium. The standard suites can be rented with two queen beds, one king bed, or one queen bed. The themed suites offer the same bed choices, but families can choose their preferred theme. Currently, Great Wolf Lodge offers four themes, including the Wolf Den Suite, which is cave-themed; the KidCabin Suite, which resembles a log cabin; the Whirlpool Suite, which features a Whirlpool tub; and the KidCamp Suite, which features a tent-like area.
Wine Tasting in Grapevine
Grapevine is home to the Urban Wine Trail, which offers visitors the opportunity to taste wine from a variety of wineries. The wineries are located on Main Street and include Bingham Family Vineyards, Bull Lion Ranch Winery, Cross Timbers Winery, Grape Vine Springs Winery, Landon Winery, Sloan and Williams Winery, and many others.
Dining in Grapevine
Grapevine offers plenty of places to eat. If you’re looking for pizza, you might try Amore’s Pasta, Pizza, and Subs at 1605 W. Northwest Highway. If you feel like barbecue, you might take a stroll over to Bartley’s Bar-B-Que at 413 E. Northwest Highway. Of course, if you want something closer to the festivities on Main Street, you might try AJs on Main, which features delicious pulled pork, cole slaw, and craft beer. In addition to AJs on Main, you’ll also find Beth Marie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream, Big Fish Seafood Grill & Bar, Dinos Steak and Claw House, and Jakes Burgers and Beer, as well as many other downtown eateries.
There’s plenty to see and do in Texas’ Christmas Capital. Fly into DFW and stay at Great Wolf Lodge while you enjoy all of the Christmas activities. Skate around the Peace Plaza Ice Rink, grab a show at the Palace Theatre, and enjoy the Carol of Lights walking tour while shopping for the perfect handmade gifts for your beloved family members.
