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The holidays are almost over but that’s no reason that the party has to stop!    Get ready for a beautiful end to the winter season with Houston  Botanic  Garden’s amazing Lightscape event!  Running from December 31 st  to January 2 nd , this once-in-a-lifetime event hosts an array of intricate beauty and wintry perfection with its amazing illuminations and light. Set along an illuminated one-mile trail winding through Houston B otanic Garden, Lightscape is a world-renowned light show featuring artistic installations that come to life after dark with color, imagination, and sound.      This experience includes installations created by local and international artists, promising superb sensations of joy and wonder with each visit! The big highlight is the towering Cathedral of Light Tunnel, aglow with 100,000 twin kling lights. It’s a sight that’s sure to take your breath away, providing families with a one of a kind experience that’s set to dazzle the senses!     Houston is home to so m

For as long as I can remember, I think I’ve always wanted to pet and interact with a real live dinosaur. Childhood ambitions aside, there’s just something awe-inspiring about the potential to see these legendary giants up close!    That’s ultimately great news if you’re a Dallas resident, specifically if you’re a parent with kids who are just as gaga over dinosaurs as I was at that age. In the nearby city of Coppell, t he Coppell Arts Center will be hosting its Dinosaur Zoo Live experience! This event gives kids the opportunity of a lifetime with walking, breathing dinosaur puppets to fully interact with!  Brought to life by a team of talented performers, these realistic puppets will fully immerse audiences in  a live-action  dino -fueled world!  If you’re looking for a weekend outing with plenty of imagination and spectacular sights to see, this is definitely up your alley with some truly dynamic  dinos  to enjoy!     Dallas has plenty of easy reach to all the best event locations, in

During the holidays, it feels like there’s never enough time to settle down and enjoy the beautiful winter vibes. Why not spend a tasteful night kicking back and enjoying a festive sense of holiday cheer in style? Running until January 3rd, Marriott Marquis Houston will be presenting its Texas Winter Lights event, an interactive light experience featuring light displays, walk-through experiences, and selfie stations! There will be a nostalgic holiday-themed movie every Thursday, nightly snowfall, and a winter-themed dining menu filled with signature cocktails, dinner, and dessert. It’s a great opportunity to leave the little ones at home to enjoy some quality TLC with friends. Located at a high-end rooftop venue, this experience will definitely prove to be worth your while as guests party the night away! There’s a massive Texas-shaped pool to enjoy, along with beautiful glimmering lights, groves of trees, and plenty more! There are never enough things to see and do and you’ll have an a

Looking for a visually dazzling experience near the Dallas area this weekend?  Boy, do I have one for you! The nearby city of Frisco will be hosting an absolutely spectacular holiday event for friends and families to enjoy with their amazing Radiance! experience! This event features a theme park-style ride in a vehicle that guides guests through the show. Visitors can experience a brand-new mile-long light trail of over 3 million lights, all animated to your favorite holiday tunes! But the fun doesn’t stop there! Radiance! Will feature a two-story outdoor ice tubing hill, ice skating under the stars, bumper cars on ice, snowball toss with real authentic snow, a 108-foot Ferris wheel, Christmas carousel, buckin’ reindeer rides, s’mores, a holiday market, and so much more! Woof! That’s a lot to take in, isn’t it? But I can promise you that it’s worth every penny, especially if you’re the parent of children that love the spirit of the holidays!  Dallas has no shortage of great things to d

‘Tis the season!  This December, the city of Houston will be hosting the beloved Magical Winter Lights experience for families and friends across the city! For newcomers, Magical Winter Lights is basically a massive display of some amazing seasonal decorations and sightings! This year, the event will feature outstanding landmarks including a massive entrance castle, dinosaur-themed exhibits, and plenty of other fantastic displays. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, along with plenty of photo opportunities, cultural performances, carnival rides, good, games, music, and more!  It’s the full holiday package for anyone looking for a great time with friends and family. It runs from December 8th’s all the way to January 2nd, giving you plenty of time to buy your tickets and set your sights on a great overall experience! I am 100% recommending this adventure for anyone with children who love Christmas or dinosaurs because there’s a welcome helping of both. Plus, you and your family can easil