The weekend is here, Dallas! It’s the time to enjoy the city’s amazing brunches, rooftops, and the best patio bars Dallas has to offer. Get your weekend warrior on with the best activities to do this weekend in Dallas TX!
Top Dallas events this weekend
1. Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst The Stars
Astra Lumina has transformed the Trinity Forest Adventure Park into a captivating night walk experience that invites guests to explore the magic of distant stars. Wander through enchanting landscapes as you follow a luminous trail filled with radiant lights, cosmic scenes, and melodies from the stars themselves. Get your tickets here!
đź“Ť1800 Dowdy Ferry Road, Dallas, 75217
đź“… November 7 – December 15
2. Coca Cola Classic Christmas
Coca Cola have partnered with Enchant, the creators of the world’s largest Christmas light maze, to debut a massive new winter wonderland in the Dallas area. Set at the Choctaw Stadium, Classic Christmas is set to feature al fresco ice skating, snow tubing, festive performances, a Yuletide market, and an inundation of Christmas lights.Â
đź“Ť1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington
đź“… November 22 – December 29
3. Miracle at Hide Bar
Get into the Christmas spirit the old fashioned way: with spirits. Miracle, the most festive pop-up of the year, returns to Hide Bar this weekend with seasonal cocktails, over-the-top decor, and all the holiday vibes.Â
đź“Ť1928 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
đź“… Ongoing
4. Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
Rewatching the Harry Potter series for the millionth time is all well in good, but a short hours drive can take you to the Wizarding World itself. Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience in Austin brings the iconic series’ characters to life in a magical wooded setting!
đź“Ť172 Colorado Cir, Cedar Creek, TX 78612, 78612
đź“… Ongoing
5. Dallas Zoo Lights
The Dallas Zoo’s wild and wonderful Zoo Lights experience returns this weekend! Home to some of the most dazzling Christmas lights displays in the city, Dallas Zoo Lights: Once Upon A Wild Light is a larger-than-life festive event that features over two millions lights, holiday treats, musical performances, and more!
📅 November 22 – January 4
đź“Ť650 S. R. L. Thornton Freeway
6. Dallas Holiday Parade
Revel in all the holiday spirit at the city’s largest, one-day event: the Dallas Holiday Parade! Taking place on Saturday, December 7, the parade will takeover the downtown streets of Dallas with floats, festivities, food, and more!
đź“ŤMain Street Gardens and Civic Gardens
đź“… December 7
7. Leela’s Wine Bar Holiday Makeover
Leela’s Wine House has transformed its three Dallas locations into its beloved annual pop-up: Leela’s Wine House. Immersed in cozy holiday vibes, the three locations offer a curation of 12 delightfully seasonal cocktails that are sure to fill you with holiday cheer!
đź“ŤMultiple locations
đź“… Ongoing
8. First Fridays in Deep Ellum
It’s the first Friday of the month so you know what that means: First Fridays in Deep Ellum! Enjoy music, vibes, food, and more at the Deep Ellum monthly rager!
đź“Ť2647 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75226
đź“… December 6
9. Tianyu Arts & Culture Festival
Kick off the holiday season at the inaugural Tianyu Arts & Culture large-scale winter festival this weekend. Taking place at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, the light festival will feature 19 immersive LED installations in a rainforest-themed setting. The festival will also feature a variety of live performances, including acrobats, music, and on-site food vendors.
đź“Ť1001 Trust Way
đź“… November 8, 2024 to January 19, 2025
10. Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue
Enter the world of Minecraft this weekend in the Dallas-area city of Plano! Here, visitors can engage in numerous quests on an interactive scavenger hunt complete with block trees, precious gems, mobs, spiders, resources, and more!
đź“Ť2712 N. Central Expressway, Plano, TX
đź“… October 24-
11. Adolphus Hotel Winter Village
The Adolphus has reprised it wonderful Winter Village pop-up for the holiday season! Perched on the seventh-floor rooftop, the picturesque Winter Village Ski Lodge pop-up is set to provide a cozy destination complete with holiday eats, winter chalets, and warm cocktails.Â
đź“Ť1321 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202
đź“… Ongoing
12. Tipsy Elf
Get into holiday hiking at the return of Tipsy Elf in Bishop Arts. OG Tipsy Elf, Larry, is back for another year with themed cocktails like the Polar Espresso Martini and Mistletoe Margarita and themed areas ranging from Santa’s Twerkshop to Candy Cane Lane. Plus, off-key karaoke. Â
đź“Ť250 North Bishop Avenue
đź“… November 22 –Â
13. Holiday at the Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum has once again become inundated with millions of Christmas lights for its enchanting annual Holiday at the Arboretum. The beloved annual tradition is set to reprise its magical Christmas Village, 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos, seasonal festivities, and more!
đź“Ť8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
📅 November 13 – January 5
14. SNOWDAY & SANTALAND
Dallas’ fabulously festive SNOWDAY and SANTALAND holiday pop-ups return to the Galleria this Friday! Celebrating its sixth season, the pop-up will feature another dazzling array of photo-ops from the Elven Alley to the Polar Express, Christmas cabin, and more. Plus pet nights every Wednesday!
đź“Ť13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75240
đź“… November 22 – January 5
15. Neon Brush: Sip & Paint Experience
Sip and paint events are incredibly popular at the moment, and it’s easy to see why. The idea of unwinding in a stylish setting, sipping on a favorite drink, and unleashing your creativity with good friends is undeniably appealing.
However, Neon Brush in Dallas takes this concept to the next level. In addition to the usual attractions, this unique workshop stands out with its vibrant, neon-lit atmosphere, adding a retro-futuristic twist to the traditional wine and paint experience.
đź“Ť1512 Edison Street, Dallas, 75207-3714
đź“… Multiple dates
What to eat this weekend
16. Brunch, brunch, brunch
Brunch is the most important meal of the weekend, folks! Don’t let the opportunity to enjoy a splendid array of migos, huevos, avocado toasts, and all your favorites at the best brunch Dallas has to offer!
17. Dallas’ Sole Michelin Star Restaurant
Michelin has finally made it to Dallas! While we might feel a little resentment toward the fact that the city didn’t get more shine with esteemed culinary guide, we’re proud that Tatsu Dallas got the recognition it deserved. Of course, booking a table at the 10 counter-seat Omakase sushi-style restaurant in Deep Ellum has been a challenge well before Michelin. If you can get lucky enough to get a seat, you will be greatly rewarded.
See also: 30 magical things to do this December in Dallas