Holiday at Galleria Dallas

Visit Galleria Dallas all through the holiday season for nonstop family fun. See below for a full entertainment schedule, plus many more free performances by local groups.

Salvation Army Angel Tree
Nov. 4–Dec. 2
Level one, north of Center Court
Adopt an angel through the Salvation Army Angel Tree this holiday season and help others in need. The first 500 donors to return their gifts to Galleria Dallas will receive a special commemorative ornament created by a local artist. Learn about the Salvation Army and how it is changing lives in North Texas by viewing the special exhibit, on view across from Sephora through Dec. 31.

SNOWDAY Dallas
Nov. 18–Jan. 7
Level one, near Banana Republic
Adjacent to Santa’s Workshop, guests will find the season’s most engaging immersive experience, SnowDay Dallas, as it returns to Galleria Dallas. This touchless visual spectacle with a European holiday theme is perfect for all ages. Visit snowdaydallas.com for ticket information.

Santaland
Nov. 18–Dec. 24
Level one, near Banana Republic
A must for every holiday season: Straight from the North Pole, Santa invites all families to his village in a winter wonderland to hear gift requests and take photos in a unique, socially distanced environment. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit galleriadallas.com/holiday for Santa’s daily arrival and departure times. Spanish-speaking Santa will be there Dec. 1, 8 & 15.

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Pet Night with Santa
Nov. 23 & 30 from 6–9pm
Dec. 7, 14 & 21 from 6–9pm
Schedule a special time for your furry friend (or feathered friend) to be photographed with Kris Kringle himself. Appointments available atgalleriadallas.com/holiday.

Santa Cares at Santaland
Dec. 18, 8–11am
Level one, near Banana Republic
Children with special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session with Santa in an environment set up to support their sensory, physical and other developmental needs. Visits are limited and by appointment only. See galleriadallas.com/holiday for reservation information.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11 and 18 at 11:30am
Level three, near the Children's Play Place
Gather your children ‘round for stories told by Mrs. Claus. Free 

Ice skating events:

Grand Tree Lighting Celebration
Nov. 25 at noon and Nov. 26 at 6pm
Visible from all levels at Center Court
Every show features Missile Toes, Galleria’s ice-skating, back-flipping, pyrotechnic Santa Claus, live performances by some of the region’s top figure skaters and ice dancers, as well as students from the Galleria Dallas Skate School, who introduce the lighting of the country’s tallest indoor tree. Featured skaters include 2022 US Olympic medalists Mariah Bell (womens) and Timothy LeDuc and Ashley Cain-Gribble (pairs).
Free

Olympic Figure Skating Autograph Session
Nov. 26 at 7:30pm
Rink level at Galleria Ice Skating Center
Figure skating fans will thrill to meet 2022 Olympic figure skating medalists Mariah Bell (womens) and Timothy LeDuc and Ashley Cain-Gribble (pairs) for a free autograph session.

Charity Skate Show benefiting The Family Place
Dec. 4 at 9am
Olympic skater Amber Glenn will perform along with skaters from the Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center for these shows that benefit area charities. Families attending will be assigned to a private pod, where they can enjoy the holiday magic while safely distanced. Pods safely hold 2-4 people and can be purchased online at familyplace.org. 

Charity Skate Show benefiting Broadway Dallas
Dec. 11 at 9am
Olympic skater Marai Nagasu will perform along with skaters from the Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center for these shows that benefit area charities. Families attending will be assigned to a private pod, where they can enjoy the holiday magic while safely distanced. Pods safely hold 2-4 people and can be purchased online at broadwaydallas.org.

Special entertainment:

Snow in the Alley
Daily Nov. 25–Dec. 24
Mondays through Thursdays at 5pm and 7pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 2, 5pm and 7 pm, Sundays at 2pm and 5pm
Level one, Galleria Dallas Alley near The Blue Fish
Snowflakes will fall daily from Black Friday through Christmas Eve in the center’s outdoor space, making it a great place for families to take perfect holiday photos.

Illumination Celebration
Daily Nov. 25–Dec. 24
Shows at noon, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm & 8pm (no 8pm shows on Sundays)
All levels, Center Court
The nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree illuminates in grand fashion choreographed to magical sounds of the season. Free

Slappy’s Holiday Circus
Friday, Nov. 26, 1pm & 3pm
Saturdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11 & 18 at 1pm & 3pm
Level one, near Nordstrom
Presented by Slappy’s Playhouse, experience a classic European Circus with puppets, magic, clowns, contortionists and jugglers in a fast-paced show that’s fun for the entire family. Free

Operation Kindness Pet Adoptions
Nov. 25–Dec. 24, Thursdays through Sundays
Level one, near Banana Republic
Stop by to meet adoptable pets from Operation Kindness and maybe you can take home a new best friend.

Hanukkah Menorah Lighting
Dec. 18–24
Level one, near the Guest Reception Center
Celebrate Hanukkah with our large-scale Menorah as we light a candle every evening. For the first evening, we’ll have the a special guest tell the story, a children’s choir perform and sufganiyah (jelly doughnuts) to share. Free

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American Girl events:

Salon Dolliday Styling
Nov. 13, 27 & Dec. 4, 18 from 11am–noon
Your girl can learn how to get her doll prepped and pretty for holiday parties at this Salon Dolliday Styling Event! She’ll spend some time with expert doll stylists learning how to style doll hair into a fancy ’do topped off with a sparkly tiara, and she’ll get tips on how to paint her doll’s nails. Plus, girls will learn simple tips and tricks for keeping doll hair looking its best for years.
$35 per person. Reservations required. For ages 6 and up. Please note: Book only the children in your party. Adults may observe near the event.

Holiday Cookie Decorating
Nov. 17 & Dec. 8 from 11am–noon
Celebrate the season with a sweet treat! Your girl can get creative by decorating holiday cookies with festive frosting and sprinkles. Later, she can take them home in a to-go box that she can embellish with stickers.
$13 per person. For guests ages 3 and up. Reservations required.

Santa Brunch
Dec. 11 from 9–10am
Share a holiday experience that includes a jolly “Ho ho ho!” Santa is coming to our store, and he can’t wait to meet you and your girl. Be sure to bring your camera; you’ll want to capture the moment he makes his appearance. You’ll also enjoy a delicious brunch during your visit.
$38 per person. For guests ages 3 and up. Reservations required.

Holiday Teatime
Dec. 16 & 23 from 2:30–3:30pm
Dec. 18 from 4–5pm
Get into the spirit of the season with a selection of tasty treats and delicious drinks for both kids and adults. Children will enjoy a festive holiday craft, plus they’ll get a hot cocoa surprise that they can take home as a gift.
$40 per person. For guests ages 3 and up. Reservations required.

Find more family fun events every day of the week at dfwchild.com/calendar.