Your essential 2024 holiday guide to festive fun in Tarrant County
November 17,2024
See full Dallas Morning News article by Steven Lindsay here.
‘Tis the season to be jolly – and busy, busy, busy. Therefore, it’s important to fill any vacant spots on your calendar with quality events and activities that could become annual traditions. We’ve scoured the event listings of several Tarrant County cities to curate a list of can’t-miss holiday adventures to enjoy with friends and family.
You’ll find plenty of opportunities to hang out with Santa and the Mrs., drink hot cocoa and marvel at magnificent illuminated displays. Our list is organized alphabetically by city, then chronologically by start date. Events that have already started appear at the top. Pricing details (including numerous free events) and links to get more information make it easy to see what’s in store. (All information is subject to change.) You can also check out happenings in Collin and Dallas counties, as well as outlying areas just a short drive away.
Rooftop Cinema Club Fireside Films
Classic movies, including holiday favorites, screened outdoors with woodburning heaters and downtown views.
Tickets: $21-$30
Through Dec. 31
Rooftop Cinema Club, 235 Throckmorton St., Fort Worth
rooftopcinemaclub.com
Fort Worth Parade of Lights
100-entry parade themed “Holiday Wishes!” with Grand Marshal Evan Carter, representing the 2023 World Series Champions Texas Rangers
Free; Tickets with seats: $15-$30
Nov. 24, 6 p.m.
Downtown Fort Worth
fortworthparadeoflights.org
Home for the Holidays
Santa joins the Fort Worth Symphony on stage for a holiday treat.
Tickets: $37-$145
Nov. 29-30, 7:30 p.m.
Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth
fwsymphony.org
Fort Worth Margarita Ball
Gala featuring live music, food and plenty of margaritas, with proceeds benefiting Children’s Charities of Fort Worth.
Tickets: $175
Dec. 7, 7 p.m.-midnight
Worthington Renaissance Hotel, 200 Main St., Fort Worth
childrenscharitiesfw.com
The Nutcracker
Traditional presentation of the Tchaikovsky staple with Texas Ballet Theater.
Tickets: $25-$150
Dec. 13-29
Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worthtexasballettheater.org
Locations Mentioned: Bass Performance Hall, Rooftop Cinema Club, The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel