The Christmas Capital of Texas preview: DFW city set to dazzle with +1,400 holiday events this year

Known as the Christmas Capital of Texas for years, Grapevine’s holiday calendar is stacked with more than 1,400 events.

Throughout the season, the city dazzles with millions of sparkling lights and over innumerable holiday festivities—whether taking in the Christmas Parade of Lights, exploring the Christmas Village and Market, gliding across the Peace Plaza Ice Rink, or riding the historic Grapevine Vintage Railroad.

Winter Wonderland Bubbles

Among the winter festivities is the return of the Winter Wonderland Bubbles, private chalet-style domes set up at WineYard Grille + Bar at Hotel Vin Grapevine, about a half-hour outside Dallas. They run November 13, 2026 through February 14, 2027.

The bubbles sit alongside the historic Grapevine Vintage Railroad. Inside, you’ll find fireside seating, chalet-style interiors and Pendleton blankets and décor, plus an in-bubble shopping experience for browsing holiday gifts. The menu leans Swiss Alps, with fondue as the centerpiece…

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