A recent report from the Farmer’s Almanac predicted a colder than normal winter in North Texas, so, we’re getting into the holiday spirit a little early. Grapevine — 25 min. drive from downtown — was declared the Christmas Capital of Texas in 2009 so we thought we’d see what all the jingle is about for the upcoming holiday season.
🚂 North Pole Express, 705 S. Main St.
Experience a magical ride aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad with chocolate chip cookies, Santa’s frosty chocolate milk, and a keepsake memory mug. Bonus: Festive pajamas are encouraged.
- Dates: Fri., Nov. 25-Fri., Dec. 23
- Tickets: $35+
🍷 Christmas Wine Train, Fort Worth Stockyards Station + 705 S. Main St., Grapevine
Get in the holiday spirit with a festive adults-only (21+) train ride. A ticket includes hors d’oeuvres, two glasses of Texas wine, a souvenir glass, a DJ + Santa Clause. Pro tip: The wine excursion leaving from the Stockyards does not travel to Grapevine and vice versa.
- Dates: Specific dates coming soon
- Tickets: $45+
⛸️ Ice Skating Rink, Historic Main Street
For the first time ever, visitors can skate on a 4,500-sqft outdoor ice rink located on Peace Plaza — in front of Grapevine Main Station. Take your holiday pictures with the massive holiday tree and larger-than-life ornaments.
- Dates: Fri., Nov. 18-Sun., Jan. 8
- Tickets: More info coming soon
🎄 Christmas Passport: Elf Adventure, Christmas Village
Step inside Santa’s workshop by creating your own brass luggage or gift tag, metal tinsel, wooden train ornament, and holiday bookmark.
- Dates: Fri., Nov. 25-Fri., Dec. 23
- Tickets: $8 passport or $3 per activity
Save money on gas and take Trinity Metro’s TEXrail from downtown’s T&P Station to Grapevine Main Station. If you choose to drive, download this map to save time finding parking.
