9 ways to celebrate the holidays in Burleson

1. Texas Tradition Chorus

Enjoy an evening of live music with the Texas Tradition Chorus at the Burleson Senior Center. This free community concert is open to all ages, so bring your family and friends for a wonderful night of harmony and entertainment. Snacks will be served from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by the performance.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 6 - 7:45 p.m. December 2 at the Burleson Senior Center, 216 SW Johnson Ave
Admission: Free
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2. Santa's Breakfast

Join the Parks and Recreation department for Santa's Breakfast at Russell Farm Art Center. Guests will enjoy a pancake breakfast, making holiday crafts and of course, visiting Santa himself. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture all the fun. 

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 7 - 11 a.m. December 6 at Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W CR 714
Admission: $5 per child (ages 3 - 12) and $7 per adult. Children under 2 are free.
Registration: Purchase tickets online or in person at the BRiCk, 550 NW Summercrest Ave 
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3. Christmas at the Library

After you’ve wrapped up Santa’s Breakfast, head over to the library for holiday fun. Enjoy holiday refreshments, take part in a festive scavenger hunt and explore our gift and craft stations.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 9 a.m. - noon, December 6 at Burleson Public Library, 248 SW Johnson Ave
Admission: Free
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4. BTX-MAS: Christmas in Burleson

The Burleson Rotary Club hosts the annual lighted Christmas parade, starting at 6 p.m., followed by the tree lighting and drone show. Singers and dancers entertain the crowd and the Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza will dazzle with Christmas splendor when the 34-foot-tall Christmas tree, covered with more than 20,000 lights, is turned on by Santa and his helpers. The tree features an interactive Santa’s cabin at the base, creating a perfect backdrop for festive photos. Make sure to stay and watch the spectacular drone show, featuring magical Christmas displays set to holiday music. The drone show will last nine to ten minutes and will be visible from the area indicated on the included map.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 6 p.m. December 6, Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St

Admission: Free

Time Details:

• 6:00 p.m. Parade, followed by entertainment on the Plaza stage
• 8:00 p.m. Tree Lighting in the Plaza and Holiday Drone show

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5. Nights of Lights

Families can enjoy Christmas lights, hot beverages and holiday music while taking in the beauty of Russell Farm Art Center decked out in Christmas splendor.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 6 - 8 p.m. December 10 - 12 at Russell Farm Art Center, 405 W CR 714
Admission: Free 
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6. Holiday Farmers Market

Come to Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza for a special Holiday Farmers Market. There will be strolling characters in the Plaza, pictures with Santa a holiday bounce house, and over 80 vendors to shop. You can also fill Santa’s cabin with Toys for Tots: Bring a new, unwrapped toy to drop off with U.S. Marines on-site.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. December 13 at Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
Admission: Free
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7. Strolling Grinch and Olaf in the Plaza

Catch the Grinch and Olaf strolling around Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza during the Holiday Farmers Market and take pictures with them.

For: Everyone
Make Plans: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. December 13, Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St
Cost: Free