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42nd Annual Parade of Lights – Thursday, December 2 (Tomorrow Night) - FREE Join us in the Christmas Capital of Texas® on Thursday, December 5 for the annual Parade of Lights, the largest lighted Christmas parade in all of North Texas. The parade will begin at 7 pm and is free to attend. Arrive early to select a spot along Grapevine's Historic Downtown Main Street. View the parade map, parking map, and additional parade details at GrapevineChamber.org. Closures Due to Parade of Lights In an effort to best accommodate the Parade of Lights event participants and guests, the Grapevine Public Library will close at 4:30 pm and The REC will close at 5 pm on Thursday, December 2. It’s Christmas in Historic Downtown Grapevine! - Through January 9 - FREE
Experience the magic of the Christmas Capital of Texas® in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Everyone’s favorite Christmas spot is back and better than ever! Enjoy all the decorations along Main Street and a variety of daily performances. As you make your way along this magical wonderland, check out the larger-than-life-sized toy land at the gazebo. There are plenty of photo opportunities throughout downtown with characters, vintage sleighs, life-size Christmas cards, and more! At night, the magic really comes alive with a 40-foot community animated tree, a massive light show at City Hall and a 100% chance of snow flurries. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: Monday, November 22 – Sunday, January 9
Location: Downtown Grapevine along Historic Main Street
UPCOMING EVENTS
The REC’s 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways ‘Tis the season for gifting at The REC during our 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways! All active REC members will automatically be entered into a gift card drawing. Beginning December 1, one card will be given away each day until Christmas. There is a limit of one gift per household and members will be contacted if their names are selected. Happy holidays from The REC! For additional information, please contact us at 817.410.3450. Nash Farm First Friday on the Farm – This Friday, December 3
Help decorate the Farmhouse for Christmas while enjoying cookies and cider. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTicketLine.com.
Date: Friday, December 3
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $3 per person Ages: 3+ Silhouettes by Hand at the Grapevine Christmas Village - Saturday, December 4 and Sunday, December 5
Experience portraiture that predates the invention of the camera at the Grapevine Christmas Village. World-renowned silhouette artist, Lauren Muney of Silhouettes By Hand will hand cut a silhouette of you or a loved one. Within moments, you will own a classic portrait that is reminiscent of historic portraits from centuries past. Based in Baltimore MD, artist Lauren Muney is making a special appearance in the Grapevine Christmas Village. Please visit SilhouettesByHand.com to learn more about her work. Tickets are available at GrapevineTicketLine.com.
Date: Saturday, December 4 and Sunday, December 5
Time: 10 am – 8 pm
Location: Grapevine Christmas Village – Cotton Belt Depot, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $40 per person Victorian Christmas Tours at Nash Farm – Saturday, December 4
Come experience how the Nash family celebrated in Victorian times. Learn about the roots of many Christmas traditions. Make a Victorian ornament to decorate your own tree. Cider and cookies will be available. These are one-hour tours, leaving every 15 minutes. Registration is not required and participants of all ages are encouraged to attend. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Saturday, December 4
Time: 3 - 5:45 pm
Location: Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street
Fee: $5 per person Twinkle Light Boat Parade – Saturday, December 4 - FREE
Get in the holiday spirit at the Twinkle Light Boat Parade on Lake Grapevine. Boats decorated for the holidays will begin parading from Twin Coves Marina, with added entries joining in at Scott’s Landing and Silver Lake as it motors around the lake. The best parade viewing spots are at Oak Grove Park and at Katie’s Woods.
Date: Saturday, December 4
Time: 5:30 - 8 pm
Location: Lake Grapevine, Oak Grove Park – 2520 Oak Grove Loop South; Katie’s Woods – 1700 Katie’s Woods Drive
Christmas at The Palace Arts Center December 3 – 23 - Classic Christmas Cartoons and Crafts
The kids will enjoy Christmas-themed cartoons and crafts all month. Classics like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, and many more will be shown throughout the month. The Christmas crafts include ornaments, snowman crafts, reindeer crafts, picture frame magnets, and more. The children’s ticket includes a craft activity, a small popcorn, and a beverage (juice box or bottled water). The adult’s ticket includes a beverage (juice box or bottled water). For a complete schedule of cartoons and crafts, and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 3, 6-7, 9-10, 16-18, 20-23 Times: 10 am & 2 pm
Location: Lancaster Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $6/child, $3/adult
Friday, December 3 - William Lee Martin’s The Return of the Nutcracker, a Christmas Stand-Up Spectacular
Comedian William Lee Martin brings his annual Christmas standup comedy spectacular, The Return of the Nutcracker, back to the Historic Palace Theatre on Friday, December 3. Whether he’s talking proudly of his youngest daughter’s designation as “class-clown,” or sharing the twists and turns of his health, Martin humbly reveals his true self for the sake of a good laugh. Martin’s storytelling approach takes audiences on a fulfilling journey, leaving them with “favorite routines” more than “favorite punchlines”. *THIS IS NOT A BALLET. THIS IS ADULT COMEDY WITHOUT THE ADULT LANGUAGE. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Date: Friday, December 3
Time: 8 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $29 - $35
Saturday, December 4 - A Merry Little Christmas Show with Ricki Derek
Ricki Derek and his swinging Ho, Ho, Ho Orchestra return to the historically swanky Palace Theatre for one great night. In its twelfth year, Derek’s A Merry Little Christmas Show is one of the best holiday traditions in DFW. Drawing inspiration from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bing Crosby’s Christmas TV specials, A Merry Little Christmas Show is like a time capsule with a wink and a nod. Ricki croons your favorite Christmas tunes backed by his amazing orchestra and a few special guests. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Saturday, December 4
Time: 8 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $32 per person
Sunday, December 5 - Cinderella – A British Panto
We are bringing the British Panto tradition back to Grapevine. Families will enjoy gathering to watch Peter Duncan’s “Cinderella”. All ages can join in the boos, cheers, “he’s behind you’s,” sing-along songs, and all of the classic panto antics that we love. This screening of The Grand Online Family Pantomime puts a twist on the classic and will bring out your Christmas spirit. Satisfy your sweet tooth with British confectionary and other favorite treats available in the lobby. We will also have some fabulous Christmas ornaments and other great stocking stuffers. Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com to purchase tickets.
Date: Sunday, December 5
Times: 2 & 6 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $6.50 per adult, $5 per senior/child
Sunday, December 5 - Elvis Christmas Special with Kraig Parker
Back by popular demand, Kraig Parker brings his amazing Elvis Christmas Special to Grapevine. Parker, who has toured the world with his spot-on tribute to Elvis, will be backed by his Royal Tribute Band. His looks, moves, charisma, and powerful voice are as close as it gets to seeing the King of Rock-n-Roll in person. The show offers a mix of Christmas favorites, Elvis hits, and other special surprises. You won’t want to miss this holiday treat. This show is the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season. Elvis has not left the building! Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Sunday, December 5
Time: 4 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $42/adult, $15/child Monday, December 6 - A Christmas Story
In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher and Santa that a Red Ryder BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift. Get your tickets at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Date: Monday, December 6
Time: 7 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $6/person Tuesday, December 7 - Scrooged
A selfish, cynical, television executive is haunted by three spirits bearing lessons on Christmas Eve. Please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com to purchase tickets.
Date: Tuesday, December 7
Time: 7 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Admission: $6 per person
December 9, 20, and 22 - It’s a Wonderful Life
An angel sent from heaven helps a desperately frustrated businessman see what life would have been like if he had never existed. Tickets are available at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 9, December 20, and December 22 Time: 7 pm
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $6 per person
December 15, 21, 22, and 23 - White Christmas
A successful song-and-dance duo become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont Inn of their former commanding general. Tickets are available for purchase at GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 15, 21, 22 & 23 Times: Varies
Location: Palace Theatre, 300 South Main Street
Fee: $6 per person Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Show, presented by Harvest Hall - Saturday, December 11 and Saturday, December 18 Join us for Grapevine’s first-ever Merry & Bright Christmas Drone Show, presented by Harvest Hall. The Christmas Capital of Texas® goes to new heights as a fleet of 160 drones create Christmas magic in the sky over Main Street in front of Grapevine Main Station. Gather, connect, and celebrate with eats and treats from Harvest Hall and a breathtaking Christmas spectacle to remember all season long. Early arrival is encouraged. Parking will be available at the Grapevine Main garage. The best view of the show is from Peace Plaza in front of Grapevine Main Station. Reserved seating is available and includes a gift card to Harvest Hall. For additional information or to purchase reserved seating, please visit GoGrapevine.com. Dates: Saturday, December 11 & Saturday, December 18 Time: 8 pm (the show is approximately eight to ten minutes) Location: Grapevine Main Station, Peace Plaza, 815 South Main Street Ages: All Fee: Free | Reserved Seating $25 each (includes a $10 gift card to Harvest Hall) Grapevine Christmas Market
Shop locally and regionally sourced jewelry, wood turnings, produce, baked goods, local cheese, nuts, gift baskets, and more at this open-air European-style market. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 22
Times: 2 – 9 pm
Location: Town Square Gazebo, 325 South Main Street Higher Goals Youth Basketball Winter Camp Your athlete can enjoy the break improving their techniques and skills when they attend our youth basketball winter break camps. Camp schedule includes daily detailed work in ball handling, shooting, rebounding, passing, and defensive footwork. This sports camp is a great way for kids to stay active and healthy during the winter season school breaks. Registration is now open at GoGrapevine.com. Dates: Monday, December 20 – Thursday, December 23, Monday, December 27 – Thursday, December 31 Time: 9 am – 12 pm Location: Faith Christian School, 729 East Dallas Road Ages: 6 - 14 years Fee: $120 per session December at the Grapevine Public Library Saturday, December 4 & Friday, December 5 - Friends of the Library Artisans’ Market Get a head start on your Christmas list with jewelry, pottery, wood items, hand-woven textiles, graphic art, toys, puzzles, photography, accessories, paintings, ornaments, and more at the Friends of the Library Artisans’ Market. Grapevine Public Library will receive 10% of all proceeds. Dates/Times: Saturday, December 4: 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday, December 5: 2 - 5 pm Location: Grapevine Public Library, Program Room Saturday, December 11 - Happy Chocolate-y Holidays Join Zahra for some candy-filled fun and learn how to make KitKat sleighs and peppermint treat buckets. Take home holiday gifts for someone in your family, or a friend. Supplies will be provided. Please register at Library.GrapevineTexas.gov. Treat making books and cookbooks will be on display and available to check out. Date: Saturday, December 11 Time: 2 - 3:30 pm Ages: 18+ Sunday, December 12 - Uptown Carolers: Family Concert and Sing-Along Show Bring the whole family to join in an exciting and interactive sing-along of Christmas and Holiday favorites! No registration needed. Date: Sunday, December 12 Time: 3 - 4 pm The REC Winter Break Camp – Begins Monday, December 20 Join us for The REC’s Winter Break Camp where campers will have the opportunity to participate in fun and engaging games, crafts, and activities focused on winter. This will include swimming in our indoor aquatic center, games in the gym, dance parties in the dance room, crafts, and more. There will be two sessions. Your children are welcome to attend one or both. Please send campers with snacks and lunch each day. Register today at GoGrapevine.com. Dates: Session I: Monday, December 20 – Thursday, December 23 Session II: Monday, December 27 – Thursday, December 30 Time: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Location: The REC, 1175 Municipal Way Ages: 6 – 12 years old Fee: $120 (member) / $130 (non-member) per session Grapevine Christmas Passports Elf Adventure – Through Thursday, December 23
Explore Grapevine’s enchanting past and join in an Elf Adventure with the Grapevine Christmas Passport. Experience the Christmas spirit while visiting Historic Grapevine and participating in unique activities. Capture the magic of Christmas and take home your very own handmade projects. - Stamp a brass luggage or gift tag at Millican’s Blacksmith Shop.
- Make a piece of metal tinsel for your tree inside the Grapevine Tin Shop at the Bragg House.
- Decorate a wooden Christmas train ornament inside the Cotton Belt Route Section Foreman House.
- Design your own Christmas bookmark inside the Historic Cotton Belt Depot.
Dates: Friday, November 26 – Thursday, December 23
Times: Varies
Location: Cotton Belt Railroad Historic District, 705 South Main Street
Fee: $8 per passport or $3 per person per each individual activity (credit card only). For additional information or to purchase your passports, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
City Hall Light Show Spectacular - Through January 9 - FREE
See choreographed twinkling lights every night during the holiday season. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com.
Dates: Every night through January 9
Times: Beginning at dusk
Location: City Hall, 200 South Main Street
Santa Visits The REC – December 7, 9, 14 & 16 - FREE Santa Claus is making a trip to Grapevine all the way from the North pole before he makes his big trip around the world! All are welcome to visit Santa at The REC for free this December. Bring your Christmas list and camera for photos. Santa’s schedule: Tuesday, December 7, 9 - 11am & 4 - 6 pm Thursday, December 9, 9 - 11am & 4 - 6 pm Tuesday, December 14, 9 - 11am & 4 - 6 pm Thursday, December 16, 9 - 11am & 4 - 6 pm Peace Circle - FREE Visit Grapevine’s newest work of public art, “Peace Circle,” at Peace Plaza, Grapevine Main Station. This monumental artwork features 11 larger than life statues of 10 American Indian Chiefs and Captains and Republic of Texas President Sam Houston. This work captures a moment in time on the Grape Vine Prairie when they came together in a spirit of peace and friendship in 1843. For additional information, please visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com. Days: Seven days a week Location: Peace Plaza at Grapevine Main Station Grapevine Urban Wine Trail
Celebrate fall with a stroll along Historic Main Street and experience Grapevine’s vibrant Urban Wine Trail at your leisure. Seven wine tasting rooms along the Urban Wine Trail offer daily wine tastings and special events throughout the year. From strong and bold Texas red wines to crisp and clean Texas white wines, you will find a variety of favorite taste sensations. Visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com for more information.
Participating Grapevine Winery Tasting Rooms include: Times: Vary by participating location Grapevine Main Station Guided Group Tours A Grapevine visitor concierge will escort you and/or your group and will provide an overview of Grapevine Main Station's features, including Harvest Hall, Peace Plaza, and the observation tower. Talking points include an informational overview of the town's history and art scene. Once in the tower, our knowledgeable tour guides will describe points of interest in Grapevine and the DFW Metroplex from 125 feet in the air. To purchase tickets, please visit GrapevineTicketline.com. Days: Daily Times: Monday – Friday 10:30 am – 7 pm, Saturday 9:30 am – 7pm, Sunday 11:30 am – 5 pm Location: Grapevine Main Station, 815 South Main Street Fee: $3 per person City Council Meetings/Agendas View Grapevine City Council meeting agendas and City Council meetings via live video stream or on demand at GrapevineTexas.gov. |
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