\nWhere: The Shops at Willow Bend, 6121 W Park Blvd, Plano
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Holiday cheer takes center stage with a season-long celebration that blends family fun and community giving. Guests can stroll through a village of creatively decorated playhouses, snap photos with Santa and even enjoy donuts with the big guy himself. Each twinkling light and festive detail supports Habitat for Humanity of Collin County, making this a holiday tradition that truly gives back.<\/p>\n
When: Opened Oct. 15, 2025 | Wednesday\u2013Friday, 3 – 9 p.m.; Saturday\u2013Sunday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Adventurers, sharpen your swords and ready your dice \u2014 a new realm is calling. Dungeons & Dragons: The Immersive Quest<\/a> transforms Plano into a living, breathing fantasy world where guests choose a class, solve puzzles and face mythical creatures before confronting a dragon. The 16,000-square-foot interactive experience blends live action, storytelling and spectacle, inviting both newcomers and veteran players to step inside the legendary game. Costumes are optional, courage is not.<\/p>\n When: Nov 16, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Brunch plans just got better with a lakeside market filled with local flair. Visitors can browse handmade goods, play lawn games and sip something refreshing while taking in waterfront views. It\u2019s the kind of easy Sunday outing that pairs perfectly with good food and even better company.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 15, 2025 | 10 a.m. Marching bands, cheer squads and community groups take center stage at Frisco\u2019s annual Community Parade, a hometown tradition honoring Veterans Day and local pride. This year\u2019s walking-only route winds through HALL Park and ends at Kaleidoscope Park, bringing together schools, sports teams and civic organizations for a lively morning celebration. It\u2019s proof that sometimes the best way to move forward is on foot.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 7, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 Holiday cheer hits the gas with a dazzling drive-thru light show that turns the season into a mile-long dance of color and sound. Visitors can cruise through millions of synchronized lights<\/a>, blast festive tunes from DJ Polar Ice and snap all the glowing photos their cameras can handle. With one ticket per car, it\u2019s the kind of ride where the more, the merrier and brighter.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 15, 2025 | 6 – 9 p.m. Wine, music and culinary flair come together for a night of pure indulgence. Guests can sip on world-class HALL wines, savor chef-curated dishes and toast to a milestone year surrounded by art, culture and good company. It\u2019s an elegant evening that blends flavor and festivity in true Frisco fashion.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 15, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. A full day of fun meets a good cause at this annual community celebration featuring a 5K run, car show, red carpet dinner and live auction. Guests can enjoy great food, live entertainment and plenty of family-friendly activities while helping raise funds for local charities supporting individuals with special needs and families in crisis. It\u2019s proof that doing good can be as enjoyable as it is impactful.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 15-29, 2025 Holiday magic takes over as a whimsical winter wonderland returns, complete with immersive sets, sparkling photo ops and a few surprises hidden behind every frosted corner. Families can explore Santa\u2019s village, step aboard a train bound for the North Pole and snap Instagram-worthy shots inside this larger-than-life holiday experience. It\u2019s festive, playful and just the right mix of nostalgia and sparkle to kick off the season.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 15, 2025 | 12 – 11 p.m. Smoked brisket meets twangy guitars at this annual celebration of Texas barbecue and country music. The festival returns to its original home in Celina for its fifth year, featuring top pitmasters, live performances and plenty of Southern flavor. It\u2019s where slow-cooked perfection and toe-tapping tunes come together for one unforgettable day.<\/p>\n When: Nov. 14-16, 2025 | 2 – 4:30 p.m. Classic hits take center stage as the orchestra celebrates 125 years of music-making with a lively tribute to fan favorites from film, Broadway and beyond. Led by former Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, the program mixes cinematic scores, jazzy tunes and nostalgic showstoppers into one unforgettable concert. It\u2019s a musical time capsule that hits all the right notes.<\/p>\n
\nWhere: 2712 N. Central Expy, Plano
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\nWhere: The Boardwalk at Granite Park, 5800 State Highway 121, Plano
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\nWhere: Starting in Hall Park, with the route ending at Kaleidoscope Park
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\nWhere: Riders Field, 7300 RoughRiders Trail, Frisco
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\nWhere: HALL Park Hotel, Autograph Collection, 3220 Internet Boulevard, Frisco
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\nWhere: TPC Craig Ranch, 8000 Collin McKinney Pkwy, McKinney
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\nWhere: Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas
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\nWhere: Old Celina Park, 12670 FM 428, Celina
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\nWhere: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora Street, Dallas
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