A Day in The Christmas Capital of Texas

Set the family up for a full day of family fun. We've included must-do activities as well as great photo ops and some family-friendly places to grab a bite or beverage. Grapevine is full of wonderful shops, restaurants, wineries and attractions year-round and we encourage you to explore them all. This guide is in no way an exhaustive list of suggestions for your day, especially when it comes to our merchants and restaurants.

Santa Bench, Elf Bench, AJ's On Main, Chill Bar & Grill Grapevine, Holly Jolly Bar, Peace Plaza Ice Rink, North Pole Express Neighborhood, Elf Adventure, Hometown Christmas, Jakes Burgers and Beer, Toyland, Christmas Tree Farm, Merry Memories Square, Singing Snowmen, Esparza's Restaurante Mexicano, Napolis Italian Kitchen & Market, Farina's Winery & Cafe Grapevine, Kilwins Grapevine, Dr Sue's Chocolate, Grapevine's Market on Main, Good Things For All Seasons, Grapevine City Hall, Reindeer

• Santa Bench, United States

  
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• Elf Bench, United States

  
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• AJ's On Main, United States

  
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  Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Grapevine, this local favorite offers a variety of barbeque dishes such as chopped brisket, pork ribs and chicken, as well as chili, tamales and a few fried sides. Try the pork and chuck mix sausage, which is smoked for six hours on an all-wood smoker.

• Chill Bar & Grill Grapevine, United States

  
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  A perennial favorite, Chill bar and grill is in the heart of the Historic Main Street District and a great place to start or end your trip Christmas Capital of Texas.

• Holly Jolly Bar, United States

  
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  <p>Enjoy Christmas-themed cocktails inside a fully decked out bar in Harvest Hall. The lights and Christmas decorations are sure to bring out the Christmas spirit.</p>

• Peace Plaza Ice Rink, United States

  
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  Glide along on a Texas-sized ice rink next to a magnificent Christmas tree and under a million stars. Every Friday and Saturday night at 6:15, national and Olympic figure skaters show off their breath-taking skills. Bring a friend or make a new one. Also, don't miss the fantastic drone shows here December 2nd and 16th at 8:00 p.m.

• North Pole Express Neighborhood, United States

  
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  Christmas magic abounds whether you or not you're riding the North Pole Express. Visits with Santa and the enchanting Christmas Carousel await. Food trucks, artisans and more.

• Elf Adventure, United States

  
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  Explore Grapevine’s enchanting past and join in an Elf Adventure! Experience the Christmas spirit while visiting Historic Grapevine and participating in unique activities.

• Hometown Christmas, United States

  
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  Experience the charm and spirit of a classic American town preparing for Christmas in this interactive Christmas exhibition.

• Jakes Burgers and Beer, United States

  
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• Toyland

  
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  Tons of photo ops including over-sized toys and Christmas decorations.

• Christmas Tree Farm

  
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• Merry Memories Square

  
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  Photo ops abound including a big white sleigh, a fully-decorated gazebo and a singing Christmas Tree.

• Singing Snowmen

  
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• Esparza's Restaurante Mexicano, United States

  
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  A well known and long-loved tradition that is a popular part of the Historic Main Street District experience.

• Napolis Italian Kitchen & Market, United States

  
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  "From our family to yours" this Italian Cafe serves a range of pizzas, pastas and salads and has its own confectionary.

• Farina's Winery & Cafe Grapevine, United States

  
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  Full service menu inspired by the fresh taste of Italy. Famous pizza, lasagna, fresh salads, spaghetti and meatballs, sandwiches and desserts.

• Kilwins Grapevine, United States

  
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  Delicious chocolates and sweet treats await. Tasty ice creams, fudge and specialty confections.

• Dr Sue's Chocolate, United States

  
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  Savor the chocolatey Christmas flavors and Dr. Sue's Chocolate hot chocolate bar. Top quality hot chocolate made with fine European ingredients and customizable toppings.

• Grapevine's Market on Main, United States

  
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  Local Texas gifts and homemade products such as clothing, jewelry and homemade decor. One of the many locally-owned, unique shops and boutiques lining main street where you can find something for everyone on your shopping list.

• Good Things For All Seasons, United States

  
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  Great place to buy Christmas decorations and seasonal gifts.

• Grapevine City Hall, United States

  
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  Experience the laser light show and fantastic decorations at one of our most iconic buildings. Don't miss the drone show on December 9th!

• Reindeer

  
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  Watching over the north side of Historic Main Street, Red Reindeer shines a light to you show you the way to the Christmas Capital of Texas.