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43rd Annual Parade of Lights – Thursday, December 1 (Tomorrow Night) - FREE
Join us in the Christmas Capital of Texas® on Thursday, December 1 for the annual Parade of Lights, the largest lighted Christmas parade in all of North Texas. The parade will begin at 7 pm and is free to attend. Arrive early to select a spot along Grapevine's Historic Downtown Main Street. View our interactive parking map for Downtown Grapevine at ParkGV.com. In an effort to best accommodate the Parade of Lights event, participants, and guests, the Grapevine Public Library will close at 4:30 pm and The REC will close at 5 pm on Thursday, December 1.
Santa Cops - TOY DONATIONS NEEDED
'Tis the season for giving and we really need your help to make some Santa Cops magic happen this year! This year's Santa Cops toy collection event, which typically brings in 90% of the toys we donate to families each year, was canceled due to rain. We are now THOUSANDS OF TOYS SHORT for our annual Santa Cops program. We have donation drop boxes at the Public Safety Building – 1007 Ira E. Woods Avenue; The REC – 1175 Municipal Way; City Hall – 200 South Main Street; Hotel Vin – 215 East Dallas Road; Palace Theatre – 300 South Main Street; Chill Bar & Grill Restaurant – 814 South Main Street; and D-Bat Southlake – 2870 Market Loop in Southlake. Thank you for your donations! New, unwrapped toys are being accepted through Monday, December 12.
CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF TEXAS® EVENTS
Lifelong Learners: Create Your Own Ornament - Friday, December 2
The library will supply a variety of paints and other supplies to help you customize your own artistic ornament. No registration required.
Date: Friday, December 2
Time: 10 - 11 am
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Prairie Christmas At Nash Farm - Friday, December 2
‘Tis the Season for holiday activities at the farm. Help decorate the farmhouse while enjoying cookies and tasty cider. Visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for additional information and to purchase tickets. Date: Friday, December 2
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $5 per person
Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Show, presented by Harvest Hall - Saturday, December 3 and Saturday, December 17
Join us for Grapevine’s second annual Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Show, presented by Harvest Hall and Hotel Vin on Saturday, December 3 and Saturday, December 7 at 8 pm. This spectacular show will take the Christmas Capital of Texas® to new heights as a fleet of 160 drones create Christmas magic in the sky over Main Street (in front of Peace Plaza). Gather, connect, and celebrate with eats and treats from Harvest Hall and a breathtaking Christmas spectacle to remember all season long. Early arrival is encouraged. Parking will be available at the Grapevine Main garage. VIP seating is available for purchase at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Proceeds benefit Metroport Meals on Wheels. Dates: Saturday, December 3 & Saturday, December 17
Time: 8 pm (the show is approximately eight to ten minutes)
Location: Grapevine Main Station, Peace Plaza, 815 South Main Street
Ages: All
Fee: Free | VIP Seating $75 each (includes drinks and hors d’oeuvres)
It’s Christmas in Historic Downtown Grapevine! - FREE
Experience the magic of the Christmas Capital of Texas® in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Everyone’s favorite Christmas spot is back and better than ever! Enjoy all the decorations along Main Street and a variety of daily performances. As you make your way through this magical wonderland, be sure to visit the animated snowmen, “The Chilly Dawgs” and the larger-than-life-sized toy land at Liberty Park Plaza. There are plenty of photo opportunities throughout downtown with characters, vintage sleighs, life-size Christmas cards, and more! At night, the magic really comes alive with a 40-foot animated tree, and an incredible City Hall light show. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Location: Downtown Grapevine along Historic Main Street
Ornament Making & Christmas Baking at Nash Farm – Sunday, December 4
Come celebrate the Christmas season at Nash Farm. Enjoy ornament making and Christmas baking! Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Date: Sunday, December 4
Time: 10 am – 4 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $3 per person
Christmas at The Palace Arts Center
Classic Christmas Cartoons and Crafts – Through Friday, December 23
The kids will enjoy Christmas-themed cartoons and crafts all month long. Classics like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, and many more will be shown throughout the month. The Christmas crafts include ornaments, snowman crafts, reindeer crafts, picture frame magnets, and more. The children’s ticket includes a craft activity, a small popcorn, and a beverage (juice box or bottled water). The adult’s ticket includes a beverage (juice box or bottled water). For a complete schedule of cartoons and crafts, and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 2, 5-6, 8-9, 15-16 & 19-23 Times: 10 am & 1 pm
Location: Lancaster Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $6/child, $3/adult
William Lee Martin’s The Return of The Nutcracker – Friday, December 2
Comedian William Lee Martin is bringing his annual Christmas standup comedy spectacular The Return of the Nutcracker to Grapevine's Palace Theater. With fan favorites like I’m Dreaming of a White Trash Christmas, brand new standup material, plus guest comedians and musicians. This is one holiday variety show you do not want to miss. Tickets may be purchased at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Date: December 2
Time: 8 pm
Location: Lancaster Theater, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $35 - $45 per person
A Merry Little Christmas Show with Ricki Derek - Saturday, December 3
Ricki Derek and his swinging Ho, Ho, Ho Orchestra return to the historically swanky Palace Theatre for one great night. In its 13th year, Derek’s A Merry Little Christmas Show is one of the best holiday traditions in DFW. Drawing inspiration from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bing Crosby’s Christmas TV specials, A Merry Little Christmas Show is like a time capsule with a wink and a nod. Ricki croons your favorite Christmas tunes backed by his amazing orchestra and a few special guests. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Saturday, December 3
Time: 8 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $32 per person
The Texas Tenors Deep in the Heart of Christmas – Monday, December 5 & Tuesday, December 6
The Palace Arts Center is proud to welcome back Emmy Award Winners and Billboard’s #1 recording artists, The Texas Tenors as they sleigh ride into Grapevine with their heartwarming and touching holiday concert “Deep in the Heart of Christmas!” From seasonal favorites like “O Holy Night” and “Joy to the World” to the crowd pleaser, The Righteous Brothers’ “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” and original hit “Bootdaddy,” The Texas Tenors bring a unique blend of music to the stage with thrilling harmonies and award-winning arrangements. Last year, they celebrated the season with the nation while performing at the National Tree Lighting in Washington, D.C. They are now here to celebrate Christmas with you! From Bruno Mars to Puccini, Marcus Collins, John Hagen, and J.C. Fisher treat audiences to a unique blend of country, classical, Broadway, and current pop music. They use breathtaking vocals, humor, and a touch of cowboy charm to create an unforgettable live show. Tickets for all shows may be purchased at GrapevineTicketLine.com. Dates/Times:
Monday, December 5 - 7:30 pm
Tuesday, December 6 - 3 pm & 7:30 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $48 per person
Christmas Movies at the Palace
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
November 30 – A Christmas Carol
An old, bitter miser is given a chance for redemption when he is haunted by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
December 6 – Home Alone
An eight-year-old troublemaker must protect his house from a pair of burglars when his family accidentally leaves him home during Christmas vacation.
December 7, 20 & 22 – White Christmas
A successful song-and-dance duo become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general.
December 12 – Miracle on 34th Street
When a nice old man who claims to be Santa Claus is institutionalized as insane, a young lawyer decides to defend him by arguing in court that he is the real thing.
December 13 – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
The Griswold family's plan for a big family Christmas predictably turns into a big disaster.
December 14 & 20 – Elf
After discovering he is a human, a man raised as an elf at the North Pole decides to travel to New York City to locate his real father.
December 19, 21, 22 & 23 – Animated Double Feature – A Charlie Brown Christmas and Frosty the Snowman
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Repelled by the commercialism around him, Charlie Brown tries to find the true meaning of Christmas.
Frosty the Snowman - A snowman and a little girl struggle to elude a greedy magician who is after the snowman's magic hat.
December 19 – Christmas with the Kranks
With their daughter away, Luther and Nora Krank decide to skip Christmas all together until she decides to come home, causing an uproar when they have to celebrate at the last minute.
December 19, 21 & 23 – It’s a Wonderful Life
An angel sent from Heaven helps a desperately frustrated businessman understand what life would have been like if he had never existed.
December 20 – The Muppet Christmas Carol
The Muppets tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser's redemption on Christmas Eve.
December 21 – The Santa Clause
When a man inadvertently makes Santa fall off of his roof on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place.
December 23 – A Christmas Story
In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher, and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift.
December 28 – Christmas in Connecticut
A food writer who has lied about being the perfect housewife must try to cover her deception when her boss and a returning war hero invite themselves to her home for a traditional family Christmas.
Grapevine Christmas Market
Shop locally and regionally sourced jewelry, wood turnings, produce, baked goods, local cheese, nuts, gift baskets, and more at this open-air European-style market. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 3 - 4, 10 - 11, 17 - 23
Times: 2 – 9 pm
Location: Town Square Gazebo, 325 South Main Street
Victorian Christmas Tours at Nash Farm – Saturday, December 3
Step back in time and experience a traditional Christmas celebration on the farm while touring vignettes.
Date: Saturday, December 3
Time: 3 - 5:30 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $10 per person
Santa at The REC – December 5, 7, 13 & 15 - FREE
Santa Claus is traveling to Grapevine all the way from the North Pole before he makes his big trip around the world! All are welcome to visit Santa at The REC. Bring your Christmas list and camera for photos.
Dates: December 5, 7, 13 & 15
Time: 9 - 11 am and 4 - 6 pm
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Flutasia: Music for the Holiday Season - Monday, December 5 from 7 to?8 pm
The Flutasia Flute Choir will present their annual holiday concert: Music for the Holiday Season. This is a fun-filled family event that everyone can enjoy.
Date: Monday, December 5
Time: 7 - 8 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Ice Skating at Peace Plaza Ice Rink – Through Sunday, January 8
‘Tis the season to be in the Christmas Capital of Texas®! Experience the all-new Peace Plaza Ice Rink and glide across the ice on this Texas sized 4,500-square-foot outdoor ice-skating rink on Historic Main Street. All skate sessions are one hour with 15-minute breaks (between sessions) for exiting and entering skaters. For additional information, including hours of operation, and parking information, please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com. Dates: through Sunday, January 8
Location: Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station, 815 South Main Street
Fee: $20 per person (includes skate rentals). Guests are welcome to use their own skates for the same cost.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Grapevine Baseball & Softball Spring Registration Opens December 1
Registration for the spring season of Grapevine Baseball & Softball begins December 1. Register in December and receive early bird pricing. Registration will begin closing in February as divisions fill up. For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com/GBS. Registration opens December 1.
Give Summer Camp for Christmas – Registration Opens Thursday, December 1
Get ahead of schedule and give a fun interactive gift to the kids. Dove Creek Day Camp at Grapevine Lake or The REC Summer Camp registration opens December 1 at GoGrapevine.com/Camps. We have multiple weeks available to help your little campers have a summer to remember. All other summer camp registration opens in January.
AKS Gem Show – Friday, December 2 – Sunday, December 4
Our shows are wholesale shows that are open to the public, featuring fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, beads, beading supplies, findings, gold, silver, charms, designer cabochons, gemstones, pearls, and more. Please visit AKSShow.com to view the show schedule and additional information. Dates: Friday, December 2 – Sunday, December 4
Time: Varies
Location: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street
Fee: $5 per person
Artisans' Market - Saturday, December 3 & Sunday, December 4
Join us for the annual Artisans’ Marketplace to purchase beautiful and original pieces of pottery, quilts, hand-knitted items, photographs, paintings, art note cards, sterling silver, rare and unique books, porcelain, knitting, jazz CDs, jewelry, hand woven scarves, and textiles. Every sale benefits the Friends of the Library.
Dates/Times: Saturday, December 3, 10 am?- 5 pm | Sunday, December 4, 2 - 5 pm
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way
Boomer Karate 55 and Better Demo Class – Monday, December 5 & Thursday, December 15 - FREE
Boomer Karate is an easy, low impact exercise program designed to improve balance, muscle tone, and overall health. Based on martial art techniques drawn from the Wado Ryu style of Karate, this is a disciplined skill progression to gradually increase student strength, confidence, and some self-defense abilities. It does NOT include sparring, throws or falls and does not lead to belt ranks. The instructor will be Bob Cooter, 1st Dan, Wado Ryu Karate. Registration is now open at GoGrapevine.com. Dates/Times: Monday, December 5; 6:30 - 7:30 pm | Thursday, December 15; 10 - 11 am
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Ages: 55 & better
Club All-Access Winter Production of Frozen – Saturday, December 10
Join Club All-Access as they present Frozen Live. Our Club All-Access program is designed to promote positive emotional, social, physical, and cognitive support for adults with special needs. We explore talents and encourage participation to experience new opportunities and engage with peers in a fun and safe environment. Our amazing participants are bringing their hard work to you for this one night only event. Tickets are available at GoGrapevine.com. Date: Saturday, December 10
Time: 1 pm
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way
Fee: $5 per person
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