Celebrate The Holidays in Fort Worth
Holiday events in Fort Worth are always filled with joy, excitement, lights, music, and plenty of Western flair. These annual happenings count among the city’s most popular end-of-year celebrations.
Fort Worth’s signature Christmas tree lighting event happens in Sundance Square. The 79th Annual community tree lighting will take place December 2, 2025 at 7 p.m.. While watching the illumination of the over 80-foot-tall tree is entertaining enough, the Sundance Square Tree Lighting will also have a holiday concert at 6:30 p.m.
Things To Do This Holiday Season
The Fort Worth Stockyards are an iconic part of the city’s history and culture, so it’s not surprising that this exciting district hosts one of Fort Worth’s best Christmas events. Now in its 24th year, Christmas in the Stockyards includes activities appropriate for all ages like ice skating, “Cowboy Santa” photos, outdoor games, a matinee rodeo and even a bull fighting championship.
Holiday shopping with a local and artisanal twist can be found at Clearfork Holiday Market, a Christmas market in Fort Worth that launches in early December. The Shops at Clearfork regularly hosts a farmers' market on its grounds. In addition to the usual food and craft vendors who show up weekly, the Holiday Market will add over 50 artisanal vendors selling gifts, decorations and treats all geared toward end-of-year festivities. Also, the Clearfork Holiday Market will host holiday photo backdrops, the chance to take a picture with Santa, live music and other fun on-theme activities.
