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The holiday season brings lots of festive cheer—and it’s also peak time for tamales.

Where to find the best tamales for your holiday celebrations in DFW

There’s nothing better than enjoying twinkling lights this time of year!

The 10 most dazzling Dallas-Fort Worth holiday lights displays

by Sydni Ellis

Things to Do in Texas | Events, Activities, and Attractions

Here are the best costumes from the 2025 Texas Renaissance Festival

by Staff Reports

Here are just some of the free things to do inside the Texas Renaissance Festival

by Staff Reports

Arlington, Texas / USA - December 19, 2015: Young Dallas Cowboys Fan in a Big Cowboys Hat Outside AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX

Everything you need to know about the Cowboys Thanksgiving game

by Joey Held

Step into a world full of whimsy, adventure, and friendship at Harry Potter: The Exhibition.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition: We made potions, fought Boggarts, & had a magical time

by Sydni Ellis

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Graphic reading "Courier DFW Holiday Shopping Guide"

The DFW Holiday Shopping Guide

by COURIER DFW Staff

| December 10, 2024

DFW | DFW Lead Story | HOLIDAYS | Table Of Contents

To take the stress out of last-minute holiday shopping, we put together a guide to our favorite locally made gifts.

Sing your heart out at the best karaoke bars in DFW

by Joi Louviere

| December 4, 2024

DFW | DFW RESTAURANTS | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | THINGS TO DO

Looking to for a fun activity to do with friends and family? Book a private room at these DFW karaoke bars.

9 holiday train rides in Texas

by Joey Held

| December 4, 2024

Community | ENTERTAINMENT | HARDGATE | HOLIDAYS | TEXAS

All aboard! With the holiday season in full swing, these Texas locations offer festive train rides and ample activities for the whole family.

Gift these experiences for one-of-a-kind holiday presents

by Joi Louviere

| December 2, 2024

When shopping this holiday season, consider gifting your loved ones experiences over things. Here are several in DFW.

9 spots for cozy winter camping in Texas

by Joey Held

| November 27, 2024

HARDGATE | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story

With summer in the rearview mirror, these locations provide the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, making them ideal for winter camping in Texas.

8 Hotels to ring in the holiday season

by Joi Louviere

| November 25, 2024

Community | DFW | DFW Lead Story | HOLIDAYS | THINGS TO DO

These DFW luxury hotels are spreading holiday cheer, one experience at a time.

Young child opening a Christmas present.

USPS’ Operation Santa: Making children’s holidays merry and bright

by Brook Bolen

| November 19, 2024

Community | HOLIDAYS

The holidays are approaching, and that means the United States Postal Service’s yearly initiative, Operation Santa, is back in business. Here's what to know.