Christmas Festivities at NorthPark

Visit NorthPark Center in Dallas all through the Christmas season! Get all the details, times and locations at northparkcenter.com/holiday. Highlights include:

The Salvation Army Angel Tree
November 8 – December 5, 2024
Make the holiday season a meaningful one for those in need by giving presents, clothing, and necessities through The Salvation Army Angel Tree. Choose an Angel by December 5 and drop off your unwrapped gifts at The Salvation Army Mobile Truck, parked in the northeast parking lot at NorthPark Center on December 6 and 7, and The Salvation Army will deliver in time for Christmas.

The Trains at NorthPark
November 16, 2024 – January 5, 2025
The Trains at NorthPark benefiting Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has been a NorthPark Center tradition for more than 25 years. The most elaborate miniature toy trains exhibit in Texas, The Trains at NorthPark features more than 600 trains rolling along 1,600 feet of track on a journey across America. This year's exhibit showcases new elements, including a display made entirely out of LEGO bricks.

Santa Visits & Portraits
November 29 – December 24, 2024
This favorite NorthPark Center holiday tradition includes one-on-one visits, a photography session, a commemorative digital photo, and a donation to Children's Health. Proceeds from NorthPark Santa visits raise critical funds to support Children’s Health. Walk-up visits begin at $25 and will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Stories & Songs with Santa
November 29 – December 24, 2024
Learn about life at the North Pole as Santa steps out of his cottage and onto the stage for a magical performance. Children will clap along and tap their toes as Santa performs live with joyful songs and astonishing tales.

Scrooge Puppet Theater
November 29 – December 24, 2024
Scrooge delights children of all ages with everyone's favorite despicable holiday character performing a puppet show that changes daily with new jokes, songs, and silly banter. (See the schedule for many more performances here.)

The Tale of the Yeti’s Christmas Spaghetti
November 29 – December 24, 2024
In an original puppet show, Santa is afraid that a big storm will cancel Christmas. Desperate to save the holiday, Santa enlists the help of his elves and the mysterious yeti.

The Twelve Days of Christmas Clock
November 29, 2024 – January 1, 2025
Inspired by historic clock towers in Europe, the 28-foot-tall Bavarian-style music box brings to life characters of the classic carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. The clock animates every 15 minutes.

Camp Gingerbread
December 7 and 14, 2024, 10am–4pm
Decorate gingerbread cookies with your favorite sugary delights or purchase a gingerbread cookie kit to create at home with Camp Gingerbread. All proceeds benefit Shared Housing Center, a nonprofit organization providing affordable housing options and supportive services for those in need.

Gingertown Dallas
Live build: December 10, 2024, 5pm
On view: December 11, 2024 – January 1, 2025
Gingertown Dallas at NorthPark Center is one of the biggest gingerbread house exhibits in North Texas, with all proceeds benefiting Children’s Craniofacial Association.

Pet Adoption Pavilion
November 29–December 23, 2024
Adoption counselors are on hand to help families choose the right animals for their specific lifestyle. You can also help support the SPCA of Texas by purchasing holiday-themed pet goodies.

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