Dec. 14 – Free Birds
Enjoy a free bird watching tour at White Rock Lake led by North Texas Master Naturalist Natha Taylor. Bring binoculars and a bird field guide to spot and identify the wildlife.
Where: White Rock Pump Station, 2900 White Rock Road
Cost: Free
Info: dallaslibrary2.org
Dec. 6 – Light Up Lakewood
Start the holiday season with the lighting of the tree at the Lakewood Shopping Center. Before you go, shop for gifts, take pictures with Santa or listen to a performance by the Woodrow Variations.
Where: Lakewood Shopping Center, 6400 Gaston Ave.
Cost: Free
Info: facebook.com/events
Dec. 7 – Polar PJ Party
Watch the holiday classic, “The Polar Express,” on the big screen without having to change out of your pajamas.
Where: Angelika Film Center, 5321 E. Mockingbird Lane
Cost: $9.50
Info: angelikafilmcenter.com
Dec. 13-15 – Ready to Run
Test your limits in a variety of races at the 2019 BMW Dallas Marathon. From a 26-mile marathon to a 2-mile walk, there’s an event for everyone. If running isn’t your thing, cheer on participants as they trek through the neighborhood.
Where: Various locations
Cost: $10-$449
Info: bmwdallasmarathon.com
Dec. 31 – Popping Corks
Ring in the new year with dinner, drinks, door prizes and popcorn-tossing comedy at Pocket Sandwich Theatre.
Where: Pocket Sandwich Theatre, 5400 E. Mockingbird Lane
Cost: $99
Info: pocketsandwich.com