Things to do and Local Events this Weekend

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Dallas Events this Weekend

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Fun Things to do This Weekend

There are some great things to do and fun events happening nearby!

Friday November 20

The Trains at NorthPark

The Trains at NorthPark™ features trains rolling along 1,300 feet of track on a journey across America. The exhibit encompasses train-themed environments with all the trimmings of the holiday train travel experience—steam engines, coach cars, a ticket booth, and a train station. All proceeds from ticket sales go to helping families at Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Find out more.

When: through January 3, 2021, 10 am – 9 pm
Where: NorthPark Center, Dallas
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children (aged 2 – 12)

Saturday November 21

Luminova Holidays Event

Visit with jolly ol’ Saint Nick, glide on a 10,000 sq ft outdoor ice-skating pond, snap great pictures with family and friends, sip on hot cocoa, and enjoy yummy treats. With 270,000 sq ft of immersive indoor and outdoor entertainment at the all-new Globe Life Field, there is something to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Find out more.

When: through November 29, 5 pm – 10 pm
Where: Globe Life Field, Arlington
Cost: $24.99 for Adults, $19.99 for Children (4-12), Family $79.99

Sunday November 22

Lights at Legacy Drive Through Experience

The Lights at Legacy drive-through experience will feature a holiday journey like no other, including appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, a live reindeer, the Sugar Plum Fairy, a snow queen, toy soldiers, drummers drumming, and more. See snow in Plano as it falls in two different spots along the route, and then enjoy the grand finale, a beautifully lit Christmas tree. More info.

When: November 22, 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm
Where: The Shops at Legacy, Plano
Cost: FREE

Ongoing Events

Holiday Events

I Love Christmas Movies Pop Up Exhibition

When: November 13 – January 3, 2021, 10 am – 10 pm
Where: Gaylord Texan
Cost: from $23.99 per adult and $14.99 per child (value day pricing)

Radiance Frisco

When: November 13 – January 1, 2021, 5.30 pm – 11 pm
Where: Dr Pepper Ballpark Center
Cost: $30 per vehicle

Virtual Visits with Santa

When: November 14 – January 4, 2021, 12 am – 11 pm
Where: Online hosted by Stonebriar Center
Cost: from $24.95

Vintage Market Days of McKinney Holiday Event

When: November 20 – 22, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Myers Park & Event Center
Cost: $7 – $12

The Salvation Army Angel Tree

When: through December 4, 10 am – 8 pm
Where: NorthPark Center
Cost: Donate a gift

Photos with Santa

When: through December 24
Where: Stonebriar Centre
Cost: photo packages from $39.99

Handmade Holidays

When: through January 4
Where: Crayola Experience
Cost: included with admission

Santa’s Winter Woods

When: through December 24
Where: Fairview Town Center
Cost: book online for photo packages

See Santa & The Movie Elf – Photography by Misty

When: Nov 22, 12 pm – 4 pm
Where: SMG Arlington
Cost: $59 for photos, $5 for movie ticket

Gingerbread Village

When: through Jan 4, 10 am – 11 pm
Where: The Shops at Legacy
Cost: FREE

Farmers Markets

Dallas: Saturday 9 am – 5 pm & Sunday 10 am – 5 pm, 920 S. Harwood, Dallas

Plano Farmers/Artisan Market, Saturday 9 am – 2 pm, The Shops at Willow Bend

McKinney: Saturday 8 am – 12 noon, Downtown McKinney Square

Richardson: Saturday 9 am – 1 pm, 101 S. Coit Road, Richardson

Carrollton: Sunday 10 am – 2 pm, 2722 N. Josey Lane, Carrollton

More Fun Weekend Events

Dinosaurs Live at the Heard Museum

When: through February 15, 2021
Where: Heard Museum
Cost: Price included with Heard Museum admission and free for Members

Fall Family Swim

When: Nov 20, 6.30 pm – 8 pm
Where: Goldfish Swim School Carrollton-West Plano
Cost: $5 per person or $15/family

Kids Night Out

When: Nov 20, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Young Chef’s Academy, Frisco
Cost: go online to reserve a spot

More Things to Do

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Plano Area Monthly Events

Family Friendly Weekend Events {November 20 – 22, 2020}