The high temperatures in North Texas may be well over 90 degrees today, but at Galleria Dallas, we’re already feeling a little FROSTY! The acclaimed shopping and lifestyle destination is among the city’s most popular places to celebrate the holidays, and they’re preparing for a 2021 holiday celebration that is larger and more festive than ever before!
From the country’s TALLEST indoor Christmas Tree (the mere construction of the tree is a real engineering feat) to Missile Toes, the backflipping Santa to the region’s most innovative and beloved photos with Santa experience, Galleria Dallas is where Texas comes to celebrate the season.
GALLERIA DALLAS HOSTS NORTH TEXAS’ MOST MAGICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
There are many reasons why Galleria Dallas was recently voted one of the Top 3 retail experiences in the country. For starters, the center has been one of the top Holiday destinations for shoppers across North Texas and around the world for nearly four decades.
From the iconic 95-foot-tall Christmas tree to Missile Toes, the Ice-skating Santa who shoots fireworks from his Skates, the Holiday celebration at Galleria Dallas is recognized as one of the grandest nationwide.
The Holiday Season at Galleria Dallas kicks off in early November with the decorating of America’s tallest indoor Christmas tree, which features nearly a half-million lights, 10,000 ornaments and a 100-pound, 10-foot-tall LED Star. The festivities continue throughout the season with live entertainment and numerous other holiday events, Nov. 19-Dec. 31.
Santa arrives at Galleria Dallas on Friday, Nov. 19, and will welcome guests from Santaland on Level I near Banana Republic with a Magical Experience and amazing visuals.
Galleria Dallas is proud to offer the area’s most technologically advanced and hygienically prepared Santa experience. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online.
Adjacent to Santaland, guests will delight to find SnowDay Dallas returning to Galleria Dallas. The acclaimed immersive exhibit will feature all new vignettes and visuals providing state-of-the-art touch-free technology and Hollywood-grade sets and styling.
For thousands of shoppers, a trip to Galleria Dallas to enjoy the abundance of sales and promotions offered on Black Friday (Nov. 26) is an annual tradition.
The Holiday festivities kick off at noon on Black Friday with the impressive Grand Tree Lighting Celebration, which features a spectacular Ice-skating show and a fireworks finale as the tree is lit by Missile Toes, Galleria’s famed ice-skating Santa. The ceremony will be hosted again Saturday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m.
During the Holiday Season, Galleria Dallas dazzles with Holiday décor top to bottom throughout each level. For those guests wishing to stay and make a weekend out of it, the adjoining Westin Galleria Dallas Hotel is conveniently located and accessible to Galleria Dallas.
Guests have access to Holiday Shopping and Dining at more than 200 retailers including several exclusive, Specialty Boutiques and Stores such as Nordstrom, Zara, Apple, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Gucci and American Girl™. Enjoy all the season has to offer, including Galleria Dallas’ extended holiday hours, while checking off the gift-giving list!
Each weekend, guests can find entertainment opportunities around every corner, including Dazzling Dancers, Amazing Acrobats, and World-class choirs. Please see the full schedule and more information on Holiday Events at GalleriaDallas.com/holiday, available later this year.
Galleria Dallas offers one of the safest shopping experiences around. All visitors to the building must wear face coverings, including all employees. Cleaning practices have been enhanced, especially on high-touch surfaces. Participating retailers are also offering curbside pickup through the Curbside by elevate program.
HOLIDAY AT GALLERIA DALLAS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
GALLERIA DALLAS CHRISTMAS TREE RAISING
All Levels, Center Court
The Holiday begins with the traditional raising and 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.
Nov. 7-10
VISIT SANTALAND
Level 1, near Banana Republic
A must for every Holiday Season: Straight from the North Pole, Santa invites all families to his Village in a Winter Wonderland to hear gift requests and take photos in a unique, socially distanced environment. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Nov. 19-Dec. 24 (Visit for Santa’s daily arrival and departure times.)
SANTA CARES AT SANTALAND
Level 1, near Banana Republic
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 for reservation information.
Dec. 5 from 8 to 11 a.m.
SNOWDAY DALLAS
Level 1, near Banana Republic
Adjacent to Santa’s Workshop, guests will find the season’s most engaging immersive experience, SnowDay Dallas, as it returns to Galleria Dallas. This touchless visual spectacle with a European holiday theme is perfect for all ages.
Nov. 19-Jan. 9 (visit for ticket information)
GRAND TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION
All Levels, Center Court
Every show features Missile Toes, Galleria’s Ice-skating, back-flipping, Pyrotechnic Santa Claus, live performances by some of the region’s top Figure Skaters and Ice Dancers, as well as students from the Galleria Dallas Skate School, who introduce the lighting of the Country’s tallest indoor tree.
Friday, Nov. 26 at noon Saturday, Nov. 27 at 6 p.m.
Free
PRIVATE SKATE SHOWS
Olympic Skaters will perform along with skaters from the Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center for these shows that benefit area charities. Families attending will be assigned to a private pod, where they can enjoy the Holiday Magic while safely distanced. Pods safely hold 2-4 people and can be purchased online closer to the show dates.
Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m., benefitting Bryan’s House
Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m., benefitting Lakewood Early Childhood PTA
LOCAL SKATING SHOW
All Levels, Center Court
Skaters from around North Texas, including those from Galleria Dallas Ice Skating Center, will perform around the 95-foot-tall Christmas tree.
Saturday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m.
ILLUMINATION CELEBRATION
All Levels, Center Court
The Nation’s tallest indoor Christmas Tree illuminates in grand fashion choreographed to magical sounds of the season.
Nov. 26-Dec. 24 daily at noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. (no 8 p.m. shows on Sundays)
Free
SLAPPY’S HOLIDAY CIRCUS
Level 1, near Nordstrom
Presented by Slappy’s Playhouse, experience a classic European Circus with Puppets, Magic, Clowns, Contortionists and Jugglers in a fast-paced show that’s fun for the entire family.
Friday, Nov. 26, 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
Saturdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11 & 18 at 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.
Free
SALVATION ARMY ANGEL TREE
Level 1, North of Center Court
Adopt an Angel through the Salvation Army Angel Tree this Holiday Season and help others in need. The first 500 donors to return their gifts to Galleria Dallas will receive a special commemorative ornament.
The Angel Tree will be in place from Nov. 5-Dec. 3. Throughout November and December, learn about the Salvation Army and how it is changing lives in North Texas with a special exhibit on Level I across from Sephora.
Nov. 4-Dec. 31
STORYTIME WITH MRS. CLAUS
Level 3, near the Children’s Play Place
Gather your children ‘round for stories told by Mrs. Claus.
Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11 and 18 at 10 a.m.
Free
HANUKKAH MENORAH LIGHTING
Level 1, near the Guest Reception Center
Celebrate Hanukkah with our large-scale Menorah as we light a candle every evening.
Nov. 28-Dec. 6
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT AMERICAN GIRL™
Celebrate the Season with your special girl! Start the merriment with a delicious continental breakfast at American Girl.
Dec. 5, 12 & 19 at 9 a.m.
OPERATION KINDNESS PET ADOPTIONS
Stop by to meet adoptable Pets from Operation Kindness and maybe you can take home a new best friend!
Thursdays through Sundays, Nov. 26-Dec. 24
HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT
On select weekends, guests will enjoy performances from Sounding Brass, local choirs, dancers and Strolling Entertainment from a colorful Stilt Walker and Elf.
A full schedule of Holiday Performances happening every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. will be posted to GalleriaDallas.com and on the center’s social media channels.
Highlights for 2021 include:
Dec. 4: 2 p.m. Turtle Creek Chorale
4 p.m. Contemporary Ballet of Dallas
6 p.m. The Concert Truck by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dec. 5 2 p.m. Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico
Dec. 11 2 p.m. Chamberlain Ballet
Dec. 19 2 p.m. Mariachi Lone Star
About Galleria Dallas
Galleria Dallas is an iconic Shopping Center with a unique collection of more than 200 retailers, restaurants and experiences including Nordstrom, Macy’s, the world’s only GAP, Banana Republic and Old Navy combo anchor, a market-exclusive American Girl, the Westin Galleria Dallas Hotel and the signature Galleria Ice Skating Center.
Welcoming more than 6 million visitors annually, only Galleria Dallas delivers the consummate Dallas shopping experience. Visit for hours and to learn more about the shopping center. Galleria Dallas is managed by Trademark Property Group, Inc. Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas, 75240.
If you visit these events during the Holidays please take time to share them on Social Media: using the following Hashtags: @GalleriaDallas #GalleriaDallas #GalleriaHoliday
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
