Illustration of a crowd looking up at a town hall lit in coloured light as snow falls (Public Christmas Lights Tour)
Christmas Lights

Public Christmas Lights Tour

Guests ride aboard a climate-controlled, heated bus with panoramic windows to view holiday displays across Highland Park and University Park. The route showcases decorated landmarks and streets, including Highland Park Village, Beverly Drive, Armstrong Parkway, and the Santa House on Southwestern. Along the journey, the bus makes stops where passengers can step out to take photos while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate or soft drinks and a sweet treat.

Nov 27 – Dec 30, 2026 $40.00-$50.00.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

6:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

Ages

Children (12 or younger) $32, Adults $40

Neighborhood

Park Cities

Food & Drink

The tour includes complimentary hot chocolate or a soft drink and a festive sweet treat; guests may also bring their own beverages.

Parking

The pickup and drop-off location is the Lincoln Park Shopping Center parking lot in front of the stores.

Location

Lincoln Park Shopping Center · 7738 W Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75225 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Couples, families, and small groups who enjoy holiday lights

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book before Nov. 1 to get the 20% early-bird discount on the public Christmas lights tour.
  • Arrive at least 10 minutes before your departure so you have time to check in at the Lincoln Park Shopping Center lot.
  • Bring your own drinks if you want something stronger than the included hot chocolate or soft drink, since the tour is BYOB.
  • Make an evening of it with dinner or cocktails at the restaurants and bars around Lincoln Park Shopping Center before or after the tour.
  • Pick your date and departure time when you book, and you'll get an instant confirmation as soon as your admission is purchased.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early-bird deal: book by Nov. 1 for 20% off the public tour.
  • A private Christmas lights tour and a Progressive Dinner that ends with a drive through the Park Cities lights are sold separately.

Links & Contact

Run by Dallas by Chocolate Tours

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What refreshments are included?

Every ticket includes a hot chocolate or soft drink and a festive sweet treat. If you want something stronger, the tour is BYOB.

Do we get off the bus?

Yes. The bus makes a couple of stops so you can step out, take pictures and take in the lights up close.

How long does the tour take?

About an hour and a half. Arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in.

Will we be warm on the bus?

Yes. It's a heated, climate-controlled bus with panoramic windows looking out on the Highland Park and University Park displays.

Who is the public tour for?

It works for individuals, couples, small groups, friends and families who want to see the Park Cities lights without booking a private tour.

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