Staying in this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. In Southlake, holidays at home are full of brightness, laughter, and excitement! See what events are on the lineup for this year’s Home for the Holidays – Christmastime in Southlake!
Kids smiling for their photo with Santa at Santa’s Village
From musical performances to crafts for the kids, there are upcoming events in Southlake for the whole family. View the list below to find the perfect holiday happening for you.
GRAB A HOLIDAY PHOTO AT SANTA’S VILLAGE:
Christmas isn’t complete without a photo with Santa! Luckily, St. Nick himself is bringing the North Pole to North Texas! Santa’s Village will be open for photos from November 19th to December 24th on varying dates and times throughout. To find the full schedule of times and dates, as well as pricing for photos, please click here.
Visitors on a horse-drawn carriage ride through Town Square
CATCH A CARRIAGE RIDE THROUGH TOWN SQUARE
Just hear those carriage bells jingling, ring ting tingling too! This year, carriage rides are available every weekend from Thanksgiving through Christmas. As long as it looks like lovely weather, take a carriage ride together with friends and family at Santa’s Village. Giddy up, giddy up, giddy up, let’s go! Click here to learn more.
An Avant Chamber Ballet ballerina poses for a photo
APEX ARTS LEAGUE’S “NUTCRACKER: SHORT AND SUITE”
Love ballet but don’t have time to watch a full production? At APEX Arts League’s event, “Nutcracker: Short and Suite,” attendees can enjoy a shortened version of The Nutcracker, with all the original beauty and magic of this classic Christmas ballet! Be sure to purchase your tickets now!
** This event takes place on November 26 from 5-6:00 p.m. at White’s Chapel United Methodist Church.
SOUNDS OF THE SEASON HOLIDAY CONCERT
Is Christmas your favorite holiday? Do you start listening to Christmas music right after Halloween? Then this is the event for you! Join APEX Art League and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for this performance of the most beloved holiday music classics. Be sure to purchase your tickets now for this spirited sing-along!
** This event takes place on December 19th at 7:00 p.m. at White’s Chapel United Methodist Church
FAMILY HOLIDAY PARTY AT THE LIBRARY
The Southlake Public Library isn’t just for studying, it’s also for getting into the holiday spirit! With crafts, refreshments, and the opportunity to make lasting memories with the whole family, the Southlake Public Library’s Holiday Christmas Party is sure to be a holly jolly time of joy!
** This event takes place on December 21 from 2-4:00 p.m. at the Southlake Public Library
Mrs. Claus smiles in front of the Christmas Tree in Town Hall
STORY TIME WITH MRS. CLAUS
While Santa is busy preparing for Christmas, Mrs. Claus is stopping by to help us get into the holiday spirit! Stop by the Southlake Public Library for story time with Mrs. Claus! The kiddos will also get hot chocolate and treats for this magical event.
** Mrs. Claus will hold story time on December 22 from 9-9:45 a.m. and again from 10-10:45 a.m.
Families enjoy a story time in the Southlake Public Library
POLAR BEAR STORY TIME
Can’t make it to story time with Mrs. Claus? Don’t worry! The Southlake Public Library will also be hosting Polar Bear Storytime! The kids are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal for this cozy Christmas event full of wintertime fun.
** This event takes place on December 27 from 10:45-11:15 a.m.
HOLIDAY TEA AND LECTURE
Are you a history buff? Does the British Monarchy interest you? Celebrate this holiday season like royalty, with the “Holiday Tea and Lecture: A Very British Christmas” event! Enjoy an enlightening teatime with presenter Rollin Phipps, as he takes you on a 150-year journey through the history of the British monarchy and Victorian Christmas.
** This event takes place on December 7 from 12-2:00 p.m. at 307 Parkwood Drive. Register here.
