# Christmas markets and winter wonderlands in Dallas–Fort Worth, 2026

> We found five Christmas markets and winter events in and around Dallas–Fort Worth with 2026 dates posted: one German-style Christmas market, three holiday markets and one winter wonderland event. One is free to get in. They’re spread over four areas, with the most in Fort Worth.

- Last checked: 2026-10-30
- 5 markets and winter events with 2026 dates
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## Markets and winter events

- **Holiday at the Arboretum** at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas, TX · about 7 miles away. When: Nov 11 – Jan 3. Type: Winter wonderland. Closed Nov 26, Dec 24, 25 and 31, and Jan 1. This is the last year for the 12 Days of Christmas gazebos. Official page: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/events-activities/holiday-at-the-arboretum/ (checked 2026-10-30)
- **Texas Christkindl Market** at North Plaza at Globe Life Field, 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington, TX · about 20 miles away. When: Nov 20 – Dec 23. Time: Nov 20 to 22 and Nov 27 to Dec 23, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Type: German-style market. Hours: Nov 20 to 22 and Nov 27 to Dec 23, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Free parking in Lot B. Official page: https://txchristkindlmarket.com/ (checked 2026-10-30)
- **Grapevine Christmas Market** at North Pole Neighborhood, Grapevine, Grapevine, TX · about 22 miles away. When: Nov 27 – Dec 30. Time: Daily Nov 27 to Dec 23 and Dec 26 to 30, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Type: Holiday market. Hours: Daily Nov 27 to Dec 23 and Dec 26 to 30, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Strollers: There is a Stroller Express parking tent. For kids: Kids are welcome to come in pajamas. The carousel is $3 per child and parents ride free. Official page: https://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/christmas-capital-of-texas/north-pole-neighborhood/ (checked 2026-10-30)
- **Clearfork Holiday Market** at The Shops at Clearfork, 5188 Monahans Ave., Fort Worth, TX · about 32 miles away. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Price: Free. Type: Holiday market. Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Strollers: true. For kids: Visits with Santa (sign up on The Shops at Clearfork website) and live music on the lawn. Cowtown Farmers Market's outdoor holiday market. Pets are welcome, and the Blue and Orange garages have free self-parking. Official page: https://www.farmersmarket1848.com/clearforkholidaymarket (checked 2026-10-30)
- **Holiday Market Sip & Shop at Fort Worth Botanic Garden** at Carter's Grove, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, TX · about 32 miles away. When: Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Price: Market is free; garden general admission required. Type: Holiday market. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Strollers: true. For kids: A kids' craft zone, face painting and a visit from Santa. More than 50 local vendors set up in Carter's Grove. Last entry to the garden is 4 p.m. Official page: https://fwbg.org/full-calendar/wandering-roots-holiday-market-sip-shop/ (checked 2026-10-30)

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## FAQ

### Are there Christmas markets in Dallas–Fort Worth in 2026?
Holiday at the Arboretum at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden: Nov 11 – Jan 3. Texas Christkindl Market at North Plaza at Globe Life Field, 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd.: Nov 20 – Dec 23. Grapevine Christmas Market at North Pole Neighborhood, Grapevine: Nov 27 – Dec 30. Clearfork Holiday Market at The Shops at Clearfork, 5188 Monahans Ave.: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Free. Plus one more on this page.

### Is there a German Christmas market (Christkindlmarkt) near Dallas–Fort Worth?
Texas Christkindl Market (Arlington, TX · about 20 miles away): Nov 20 – Dec 23.

### Where is there a winter wonderland for kids near Dallas–Fort Worth?
Holiday at the Arboretum (Dallas, TX · about 7 miles away): Nov 11 – Jan 3.

### Can I bring a stroller?
Grapevine Christmas Market: There is a Stroller Express parking tent. Clearfork Holiday Market: true. Holiday Market Sip & Shop at Fort Worth Botanic Garden: true.

### How do you check these markets?
Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Oct 30, 2026, and we recheck them every week through December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).