Holidays at Heritage Parade and Tree Lighting 2026

Irving starts its Holidays at Heritage series with its annual holiday parade, themed "Unwrap the Magic," through the Heritage District. Afterward, families head to Heritage Park for live music, photos with Santa, the tree lighting and a holiday drone light show. The city runs more free family events in the series on later December weekends. When: Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026. The parade starts at 6 p.m., Heritage Park activities begin at 7 p.m., the tree lighting and drone show are at 8:30 p.m., and activities end at 9 p.m. Where: Heritage District, with the park activities at Heritage Park, 217 S. Main St., Irving, TX 75060. Cost: Free. More info: https://irvingtx.gov/holidays-at-heritage Organizer: City of Irving Parks and Recreation.