A joyful, family-friendly celebration of Black culture, small businesses, holiday cheer, and community unity!
Get ready for a magical holiday experience at Melanin & Mistletoe: Buy Black Holiday Festival, a vibrant community event designed to spotlight Black-owned businesses while bringing families together for festive fun, shopping, food, and unforgettable holiday memories. This immersive holiday market highlights culture, creativity, and community love—all under one roof at the Tommie M. Allen Recreation Center.
Join us for an uplifting day filled with local vendors, live energy, family activities, giveaways, a free pasta bar, and one of the most exciting seasonal attractions in Dallas: FREE Pictures with Black Santa!
🎄 What Attendees Can Enjoy
✨ FREE Picture With Black Santa – Capture a special holiday moment with an inclusive Santa experience for the whole family.
✨ Complimentary 30-ft Pasta Bar – A festive pasta bar experience available to all shopping guests (limited while supplies last).
✨ Cash Prize Ugly Sweater Contest – Bring your funniest, most outrageous holiday sweater and compete for a cash prize!
✨ Hourly Giveaways & Door Prizes – More chances to win gifts, products, and surprises from local brands.
✨ Black-Owned Vendor Marketplace – Shop from a curated selection of Black-owned businesses offering fashion, accessories, skincare, candles, sweets, gifts, holiday items, and more.
✨ Music + Vibes – A lively holiday atmosphere with festive music, photo ops, and community energy.
This event is designed to uplift local entrepreneurs while giving the community a warm, joyful, culturally rich holiday celebration.
👨👩👧👦 Who Should Attend
Families • Shoppers • Community Leaders • Entrepreneurs • Supporters of Black-Owned Businesses • Holiday Lovers • Anyone seeking a unique shopping + cultural experience!
Kids and adults of all ages will find something to enjoy—this is a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly environment for everyone.
📅 Event Details
Event Name: Melanin & Mistletoe: Buy Black Holiday Festival
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Tommie M. Allen Recreation Center, 7071 Bonnie View Rd, Dallas, TX 75241
Admission: FREE community event (RSVP encouraged)
🎁 Why You Should Attend
Melanin & Mistletoe is more than a market—it is a movement celebrating culture, creativity, and community. This event creates an opportunity for residents to discover new brands, support local entrepreneurship, enjoy festive activities, and take home memorable holiday experiences.
Bring your kids, your friends, your family, and your holiday spirit. Shop intentionally, support local, and celebrate the season in a meaningful way.
⭐ Join Us for a Magical, Melanin-Filled Holiday Experience!
Whether you’re coming for Black Santa photos, holiday shopping, the pasta bar, or the electric atmosphere, Melanin & Mistletoe is the perfect way to celebrate the season while empowering local Black businesses.
Mark your calendar, share with your network, and get ready for a festive holiday event you won’t forget!