Celebrate the magic of the holidays in University Park with our detailed guide. Whether University Park is your home or your holiday stop, this guide highlights the top seasonal events.
One of the cherished experiences during this festive season is the Holiday at the Arboretum, featuring breathtaking displays of seasonal blooms and stunning seasonal lights. The Dallas Zoo Lights mesmerizes visitors with its dazzling light displays and enchanting animal exhibits, providing a unique combination of holiday cheer and wildlife. And the Light Park is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it offers a spectacular drive-through light experience filled with synchronized music. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around University Park
- SMU Celebration of Lights (Dallas)
- Holiday Lights Trolley Ride (Dallas)
- The Trains at NorthPark (Dallas)
- Trains at Northpark (Dallas)
- Santa Day at Frontiers of Flight Museum (Dallas)
- Holiday at the Arboretum (Dallas)
- Miracle on 9th Street Holiday Pop-Up Bar (Dallas)
- Dallas Zoo Lights (Dallas)
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University Park Events Events
SMU Celebration of Lights (Dallas) • 1.0 miles
SMU's longest-standing holiday tradition since 1977
Holiday Lights Trolley Ride (Dallas) • 1.6 miles
Heated trolleys for comfortable holiday light viewing
The Trains at NorthPark (Dallas) • 2.0 miles
Miniature train exhibit benefiting a good cause
Trains at Northpark (Dallas) • 2.0 miles
Miniature trains journey through iconic cityscapes on 1,600 feet of track.
Santa Day at Frontiers of Flight Museum (Dallas) • 2.0 miles
Santa's helicopter arrival and complimentary photos
Holiday at the Arboretum (Dallas) • 5.2 miles
10th anniversary of the 12 Days of Christmas exhibit
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Miracle on 9th Street Holiday Pop-Up Bar (Dallas)
Kitschy holiday decor and themed cocktails
Dallas Zoo Lights (Dallas)
Over two million dazzling lights and lanterns
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