See the Lights Without Driving
Every December, neighborhoods across Dallas–Fort Worth light up, and thousands of families pile into cars to see them. The driver spends the night watching brake lights instead of Christmas lights, and the passengers are crammed into the back seat. A chauffeured lights tour fixes both: everyone gets a window, someone else handles the slow crawl down crowded streets, and the evening can include dinner, hot chocolate or a stop at a holiday market. Call or text (682) 276-6812 to plan yours.
How a lights tour works:
⏱️ Book by the hour; most tours run two to four hours
🗺️ Pick one area or combine two that are close together
🚐 Choose a vehicle with big windows and room for everyone
📅 December weekends book up first; weeknights are easier
Where to Go
These are some of the best-known free holiday light areas in the Metroplex. Displays, dates and visitor rules change from year to year and are set by each city or neighborhood, so check the current details before your night. We'll plan the route around them.
Grapevine
Grapevine bills itself as the Christmas Capital of Texas, and Historic Main Street goes all out for the season. It's an easy pairing with dinner downtown, and it's minutes from DFW Airport for visiting family. See our Grapevine black car service.
Interlochen, Arlington
The Interlochen neighborhood in northwest Arlington has put on its holiday lights for about five decades, and it regularly lands on lists of the best light displays in the country. Expect slow traffic on peak nights. The lights typically stay up through Christmas. More on our Arlington black car service.
Deerfield, Plano
Deerfield in northwest Plano is one of the most popular light displays in Collin County, with streets of decorated homes. It pairs well with dinner at Legacy West. See our Plano black car service.
Highland Park and the Park Cities
Some of the most elaborate displays in Dallas are on the streets of Highland Park and University Park. Nearby Preston Hollow has also drawn huge crowds, and residents there have recently limited holiday visitors, so check the current rules before adding it to your route.
Ticketed Light Displays and What They Charge
Beyond the neighborhoods, the Metroplex has several ticketed light shows. Most of the drive-thru displays charge per vehicle, and many charge more for a limo, van or bus than for a car. These are the prices each display publishes on its own website. Some had not posted 2026 prices yet, so where noted, the price is from the 2025 season. Always confirm on the display's site before you go.
Admission is not included in your EMT Limo fare. Your fare covers the vehicle and your chauffeur. You buy the display's ticket yourself, for the type of vehicle you're riding in, and bring it with you. Tell us which displays you plan to visit and we'll tell you which vehicle category to buy.
Drive-thru displays (priced per vehicle)
| Display | Where | Car / SUV | Limo, van or bus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Lights | Lynn Creek Park, Grand Prairie; open nightly Nov 26–Dec 31, 2026, 6–10 PM | $50 general admission; $149 Fast Pass | Limo or shuttle van/bus (9–30 passengers): $150, or $259 Fast Pass. Commercial bus (31+ passengers): $200, or $319 Fast Pass |
| Gift of Lights | Texas Motor Speedway, north Fort Worth | $35 (2025 season) | Bus, limo or RV: $60 (2025 season) |
| The Light Park | Hurricane Harbor in Arlington, Riders Field in Frisco, and Samuell Farm in Mesquite | $29.99 per vehicle, timed entry bought online | No limo or bus price posted; check with The Light Park before booking a large vehicle |
Walk-through displays (priced per person)
These are walking events, so we drop your group at the entrance and pick you up when you're done.
| Display | Where | Admission |
|---|---|---|
| ICE! at the Gaylord Texan (Harry Potter theme) | Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine; Nov 13, 2026–Jan 3, 2027 | From $35 per person |
| Holiday at the Arboretum | Dallas Arboretum; Nov 11, 2026–Jan 3, 2027, with Holiday at Night on select dates | Holiday at Night: $35–$40 per person online ($4 more at the gate); daytime from $17.95 for kids and $21.95 for adults |
| Christmas in the Garden | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | 2025 season: $20–$34 per adult and $13–$22 per child (ages 3–12), depending on the night |
Pick the Right Vehicle
For a lights tour, windows matter as much as seats. Residential streets are narrow and busy in December, and some neighborhoods may limit large vehicles, so smaller is often better. We'll check your route and recommend a vehicle that can get through it comfortably.
| Group | Vehicle | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 6 | GMC Yukon or Chevrolet Suburban | Easy through narrow streets; great for a family |
| Up to 10 | Lincoln stretch limousine | A classic holiday night out for couples and friends |
| Up to 14 | Executive Sprinter or limo Sprinter | Stand-up headroom and big windows for extended family |
| Up to 18 | 2024 Cadillac Escalade limousine | A larger group that wants a festive ride |
Planning Tips
- Go on a weeknight if you can. Weekend nights close to Christmas are the most crowded on the streets and the hardest to book.
- Start after dark, and not too late. Some homes switch their lights off in the late evening.
- Pick one or two areas. Trying to see the whole Metroplex in one night means more time on the highway than on the light streets.
- Make it a full evening. Add dinner before or dessert after, and keep the same car for the whole night.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should a Christmas lights tour be?
Two to four hours covers one or two areas comfortably. Add time if you're including dinner.
How is a lights tour priced?
Lights tours are booked by the hour. You'll see your price before you book, and it doesn't surge on busy December nights.
Are display tickets included in the fare?
No. Admission to Prairie Lights, Gift of Lights, The Light Park and other ticketed displays is not included in your EMT Limo fare. Buy the ticket for the vehicle type you're riding in (for example, the limo or bus rate) directly from the display.
Which ticket do we buy for a limo or bus?
Buy the category that matches your vehicle. At Prairie Lights, a limo or a van or bus for 9 to 30 people uses the shuttle van/bus ticket, and a bus for 31 or more uses the commercial bus ticket. At Gift of Lights, buses, limos and RVs share one rate. We'll tell you which one applies when you book.
Can we stop and walk around?
Yes. With hourly service, your chauffeur waits while you walk a street or stop for dinner, then picks you back up.
Which neighborhoods can you include?
Any area in Dallas–Fort Worth that's open to visitors. Tell us where you'd like to go, and we'll plan the route around current visitor rules and traffic.
Ready to see the lights? Book online or call (682) 276-6812 to reserve your night.