🎄Festive Finds & Events Near Justin!

Good morning, Justin! The holiday season is here, and it's the perfect time to explore festive activities both in town and just a short drive away. Whether you're in the mood for a cozy stroll through sparkling light displays, discovering unique holiday markets, or enjoying winter wonderlands a little further out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Take a scenic drive and uncover hidden gems, from charming small towns to seasonal events that will fill you with holiday cheer. So, grab your loved ones, hit the road, and let the holiday magic begin just around the corner and beyond!

THE DIGEST
Nearby City Holiday Events

📅Wednesday, Dec. 4

Westlake’s Annual Tree Lighting Event
Free Santa photos, games, food, horse/carriage rides, music, bounce houses, and drone show

• When: 6-8PM

• Where: 1500 Solana Blvd

📅Saturday, Dec. 7

2024 Christmas in the Park Haslet, TX
Snow slide, polar express train ride, vendors, and Santa arrives after 5:45

• When: 3-7PM

• Where: Haslet Community Park

Ponder Polar Express
Free: Ride the Polar Express Train, make a tree decoration, blowup slide and obstacle course, Polar Express Tickets & Bells, toy giveaways, vendors, and more. Pictures with Santa after 5:30

• When: 2-5:30PM

• Where: Downtown Ponder 458 Shaffner St

Roanoke’s Annual Hometown Holiday
Free live entertainment, snow sledding, ice skating, Santa photo station, holiday market, parade, and drone show

• When: 12-8PM

• Where: City Hall Plaza throughout downtown Oak Street

📅Friday~ Dec. 13

Firetruck Santa Comes to Argyle

• When: 5:30-8:30PM

📅Saturday~ Dec. 14

Justin Old Town Christmas
Live entertainment, snack cake eating contest, live reindeer, ice skating, s’mores, and more.

• When: 12-6PM

• Where: Justin City Hall

HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS
Within 30 minutes of Justin

Lightscape at Fort Worth Botanical Garden
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~20 miles (30 minutes)

Fort Worth Parade of Lights
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Dates: December 7, 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~20 miles (30 minutes)

Holiday Lights at Heritage Park
Location: Keller, TX
Dates: December 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~25 miles (30 minutes)

Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~5.5 miles (8 minutes)

HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS
Within 45 Minutes to an Hour of Justin

The Light Park
Location: Arlington, TX (Multiple locations)
Dates: Now – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)

Dallas Zoo Lights
Location: Dallas, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 4, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)

Prairie Lights
Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 1, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~50 miles (1 hour)

Whistle Stop Christmas
Location: Cleburne, TX
Dates: November 29, 2024 – December 30, 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~50 miles (1 hour)

36th Annual Carol of Lights
Location: Grapevine, TX
Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)

Merry & Bright Drone Show
Location: Grapevine, TX
Dates: December 2 and 9
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)

Christmas Spectacular Light Show
Location: The Colony, TX
Dates: November 2024 – December 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~60 miles (1 hour)

Radiance at The Ranch
Location: Weatherford, TX
Dates: November 29, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~56 miles (58 minutes)

NEARBY
Festivities

Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Texas
Location: Arlington, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: Six Flags Over Texas transforms into a winter wonderland with thousands of lights, live performances, and thrilling rides.

Holiday at the Arboretum
Location: Dallas, TX
Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: The Dallas Arboretum hosts holiday-themed gardens, including the 12 Days of Christmas Gazebos, a Musical Tree, and over a million twinkling lights.

Christmas in the Square
Location: Frisco, TX
Dates: November 28, 2024 – January 1, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: A light and music show with over 180,000 lights, 200 dancing snowflakes, and outdoor ice skating, plus visits with Santa.

Santa’s Wonderland
Location: College Station, TX
Dates: November 15, 2024 – December 30, 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~135 miles (2 hours 15 minutes)
Description: A massive holiday event with over 3 million lights, Santa visits, interactive family activities, and holiday shopping.

Christmas at Gaylord Texan
Location: Grapevine, TX
Dates: November 15, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: A winter wonderland with ICE! sculptures, ice tubing, a skating rink, and extraordinary holiday decorations at the Gaylord Texan Resort.

Christmas in Grapevine Craft Show
Location: Grapevine, TX
Dates: December 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: A craft show with over 95 vendors offering unique handcrafted gifts, delicious treats, and activities for the whole family.

Elf™ in Concert - Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Location: Dallas, TX
Dates: December 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: Experience the film Elf on the big screen, accompanied by a live symphony orchestra playing the beloved score by John Debney.

A Christmas Carol - Plaza Theatre Company
Location: Grapevine, TX
Dates: November 28 – December 22, 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: A stage adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, with Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey to redemption brought to life with live performances.

The Nutcracker - Texas Ballet Theater
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Dates: December 2024
Distance from Justin, TX: ~20 miles (30 minutes)
Description: A classic holiday production featuring Ben Stevenson’s choreography and Tchaikovsky's iconic score, complete with a children’s area for meeting ballerinas.

Stockyards Rodeo Rink
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~20 miles (30 minutes)
Description: An outdoor ice rink with live music, festive activities, and warm treats at the Fort Worth Stockyards.

Skate the Square
Location: Frisco, TX
Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 6, 2025
Distance from Justin, TX: ~40 miles (45 minutes)
Description: An outdoor ice rink at Frisco Square, offering public skating sessions and a perfect spot for family fun during the holiday season.

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