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Ice Skating at Peace Plaza Ice Rink Opening Weekend With Special Performances on Saturday, November 23
‘Tis the season to be in the Christmas Capital of Texas®! Experience the Peace Plaza Ice Rink, presented by Baylor Scott & White - Grapevine, 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.  

On Saturday, November 23, there will be performances by North Texas native and 2022 Olympian Ashley Cain, Team USA pair Nick Traxler & Kristen Nardozzi, and some young “Future Olympians”. Performances begin at 6:15 pm and are FREE to view.  

To purchase tickets and for additional information, including hours of operation, and parking information, please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com.   
Dates: Friday, November 22 - Tuesday, January 7  
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.   

Carol of Lights – Monday, November 25 - FREE 
Rediscover the enchantment of Christmas at the 36th Annual Carol of Lights, presented by Texas Health. This event officially launches the Christmas Capital of Texas® festivities! Explore Historic Main Street as it transforms into a winter wonderland, with multiple stages featuring community performances, interactive activity zones, and festive food truck vendors. A street lighting will take place at 5:30 pm when Main Street is illuminated from Northwest Highway to Dallas Road. Enjoy the view from anywhere along Main Street. This Christmas event will delight all ages! For additional information, please visit GoGrapevine.com/CarolofLights. 
Date: Monday, November 25 
Time: 4 – 8:30 pm 
Location: Historic Downtown Grapevine, Main Street 

   - Street Lighting at 5:30 pm 
   - Santa's Grand Entrance on all three stages at 6:30pm 
        - Gazebo Stage, 325 South Main Street, will include Mayor Tate, Mrs. Claus
          (Councilwoman Sharron Rogers), Santa Claus, and the Gazebo tree lighting show
        - City Hall Stage, 200 South Main Street, will include Councilwoman Darlene Freed,
          Councilman Paul Slechta, Councilman Chris Coy, and Santa Claus
        - South Stage, intersection of Hudgins Street and Main Street, will include
          Councilwoman Duff O'Dell, Councilman Leon Leal, and Santa Claus 

UPCOMING EVENTS 

Friday Night Date Night at The Palace Theatre 
Friday, November 22 – 7 pm: 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.  
Tickets for all showings are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com.     
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street                   
Admission: $6 per person   

Thanksgiving Cartoons & Crafts – Tuesday, November 26 
Bring the little ones to watch classic cartoons while making a fun craft at the Lancaster Theatre. The children’s ticket will include a craft activity, classic cartoons, a small popcorn, and a drink (bottled water or juice box). The adult’s ticket includes classic cartoons and a drink (bottled water or juice box). A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Garfield’s Thanksgiving will be the featured cartoons. Tickets may be purchased at GrapevineTicketLine.com.  
Date: Tuesday, November 19
Time: 10 am   
Location: Lancaster Theatre, 300 South Main Street   
Fee: Child Tickets $6 | Adult Tickets $3     

Higher Goals Holiday Basketball Camp – Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27  
Register for Higher Goals Holiday Basketball camp today to elevate your basketball game to new heights! This youth basketball camp offers training in ball handling, shooting skills, defense, and passing. Registration is now open at bit.ly/49z5JFc.  
Date: Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27 
Time: 9 am – 12 pm  
Location: Grapevine Middle School, 301 Pony Pkwy  
Ages: 7 – 15  
Fee: $105 full session | $40 for drop-ins  

The REC of Grapevine Thanksgiving Hours 
Get a head start on your turkey day and make time for fitness before the holiday fun begins! On Monday, November 25th, The REC will be open 5 am – 3 pm, giving you plenty of time to fit in your workout. This Thanksgiving, we encourage you to enjoy a well-deserved rest day and spend quality time with family and friends. To celebrate the holiday, The REC will be closed on Thursday, November 28th, allowing our team to do the same. 

Sunset Tower Series at Grapevine’s Observation Tower – Weekends, Through November 23
View the sunset from the highest point on Main Street! Experience the beauty and wonder of fall from 150 feet in the air from the Observation Tower at Grapevine Main! Guests can visit the tower before/during the sunset. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com. 
Dates: Friday and Saturday evenings November 1 – November 23 
Time: 7 pm 
Location: Grapevine Main, 815 South Main Street 
Fee: $3  

Dallas Ukulele Holiday Jam Session and Concert – Saturday, November 30 - FREE 
Bring your ukulele and join our holiday jam session and, later, enjoy a holiday ukulele concert. 
Date: Saturday, November 30 
Times: Jam session – 11 am - 1 pm | Concert - 3 - 4 pm 
Location: Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way 

Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Shows, presented by Harvest Hall, Hotel Vin and Christmas Capital of Texas® - Monday, December 2 & Monday, December 9 - FREE
Join us for Grapevine’s fourth annual Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Shows, presented by Harvest Hall, Hotel Vin and Christmas Capital of Texas®. This spectacular show will take you to new heights as a fleet of 400 drones create Christmas magic in the sky over Main Street. The entire family will enjoy a breathtaking Christmas spectacle to remember all season long. Early arrival is encouraged. For additional information please visit GoGrapevine.com.  
Dates: Monday, December 2 & Monday, December 9 
Time: 7 pm 
Location: Historic Main Street 

Winter Camp at The REC – Resident Registration is Open 
Children will enjoy being engaged and active during Winter Camp at the REC!  This unique camp will offer fun experiences including winter crafts, games, challenges, and science experiments. Registration is open for Grapevine residents. Registration opens December 2 for non-residents. Space is limited.   

Week 1: Monday, December 23 – Friday, December 27 (off Tuesday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 25) Week one registration and fees: GoGrapevine.com/Week1. Week 2: Monday, December 30 – Friday, January 3 (off Wednesday, January 1) Week two registration and fees: GoGrapevine/Week2.  
Time: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm  
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way  
Ages: 7 – 12 years 

Santa at The REC – December 3, 5, 7, 10 & 12 - 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 3, 5, 7, 10 & 12 
Time: 9 - 11 am & 4 - 6 pm    
Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way 

Grapevine Parks and Recreation is Hiring!
Work Hard, Play Harder! Grapevine Parks and Recreation is always looking for great individuals to join the Grapevine team. They offer various opportunities for all ages, and positions that work well with school schedules. Seeking weekend, part-time, full-time, or a summer job, they have it all!  Apply to join their amazing team. Check out all our job opportunities at GoGrapevine.com/Careers.   

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