The Dallas area's Christmas market season centers on the Texas Christkindl Market in Arlington and Grapevine, known as the Christmas Capital of Texas. The Texas Christkindl Market runs November 20-23 and November 27 to December 23. Grapevine hosts 1,400 events over 40 days. Christmas Day falls on Friday, December 25, 2026.
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The Texas Christkindl Market in Arlington runs November 20-23 and November 27 to December 23. Note the gap between November 23 and November 27, when it is closed. Check local listings for hours and the exact address.
Grapevine is known as the Christmas Capital of Texas and hosts 1,400 events over 40 days, according to our research. It is a separate destination from the Arlington market. Check local listings for the event calendar.
The Texas Christkindl Market in Arlington closes December 23. Christmas Day falls on Friday, December 25, 2026. Tree demand peaks December 2-7 every year, which is the busiest market week.