Courtesy: Galleria Dallas
Through Dec. 2
THE SALVATION ARMY ANGEL TREE
Adopt an angel through The Salvation Army Angel Tree this holiday season and help others in need. The Angel Tree will be in place from Nov. 3 through Dec. 2. A drive-up and drop-off package service will be held Dec. 1-2.
Through Jan. 7
GALLERIA DALLAS CHRISTMAS TREE
The holiday begins with the traditional decoration of the country’s tallest indoor Christmas tree. A crew of 50+ works round-the-clock to set up Dallas’ most iconic holiday tree in grand fashion.
Through Dec. 24
VISIT SANTALAND
A must for every holiday season: Straight from the North Pole, Santa invites all families to his chalet in a winter wonderland to hear children’s wish lists and take photos in a memorable environment. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit galleriadallas.com/holiday for ticket information.
Through Jan. 7
SNOWDAY
Adjacent to Santa’s Workshop, guests will find the season’s most engaging immersive experience, SNOWDAY, as it returns to Galleria Dallas. This visual spectacle is perfect for all ages. Visit galleriadallas.com/holiday for ticket information.
Through Dec. 24, Thursdays through Sundays
OPERATION KINDNESS PET ADOPTIONS
Stop by to meet adoptable pets from Operation Kindness, and maybe you can take home a new best friend. In December, Galleria Dallas’ gallery wall will feature ways you can help support the important mission of Operation Kindness – with cute pet pics, of course.
Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 1 PM & 3 PM
HOLIDAY CIRCUS
Presented by Slappy’s Playhouse, this classic European Circus with holiday-themed puppets, magic, clowns, contortionists, and jugglers is a fast-paced show that’s fun for the entire family.
Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23 at 11:30 AM
STORYTIME WITH MRS. CLAUS
Gather around with Mrs. Claus and listen to her favorite classic Christmas stories.
HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT
More than 70 local groups will perform holiday favorites throughout the center between Nov. 27 and Dec. 20 at 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM. A full schedule of holiday performances will be posted to GalleriaDallas.com/holiday and on the center’s social media channels.
Dec. 3 at 10 AM benefiting Broadway Dallas
Dec. 10 at 10 AM benefiting The Family Place
GRAND HOLIDAY ICE SHOWS
Olympic skaters and skaters from the Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center will perform for these shows that benefit area charities. Families attending will be assigned to a private pod, where they can enjoy the holiday magic. Pods hold up to six people and can be purchased online closer to the show dates. Tickets go on sale in November.
Dec. 7 at 5 PM
HANUKKAH MENORAH LIGHTING
Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah at our large-scale Menorah with Rabbi Andrew Paley from Temple Shalom and a performance by Temple Shalom’s Youth Choir. The menorah will be lit each successive night of Hanukkah.
Dec. 17 from 8 to 11 AM
SANTA CARES AT SANTALAND
Children with special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session with Santa in an environment set up to support their sensory, physical, and other developmental needs. Visits are limited and by appointment only. See galleriadallas.com/holiday for reservation and event information.