2008 Denton Holiday Lighting Festival

Come capture the true spirit of a small-town holiday celebration! The 20th Annual Holiday Lighting Festival begins with a sing-along and the lighting of the community Christmas tree. Choirs, bell-ringers, dancers and performances on outdoor stages will transport the child in you to memories of Christmas past. Taking a spin in a horse-drawn carriage, photos with Santa, or participating in interactive crafts and art booths will forge memories for the little ones today. You can also vote for your favorite drink as downtown businesses compete in the Wassail Fest.

The Courthouse Museum will be open, with musical performances inside, and shuttles will transport you to and from the Historical Park of Denton County on Mulberry Street. Enjoy a Victorian Christmas evening at the Bayless-Selby House Museum where ensembles from the Denton Bach Society will be caroling. Across the garden, the Denton County African American Museum will feature ensembles from the American Legion Senior Center Choir, and show off its holiday décor

Don't forget to bring a new, unwrapped toy for WFAA's Santa's Helper Toy Drive. All donated toys will be distributed to needy families in Denton County.

5:30 – 5:45 Denton Community Band & Sing-along

5:30 – 9:00 WFAA’s Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive Drop Off

5:45 – 6:00 Greetings from the Dignitaries | Christmas Tree Lighting

6:00 – 8:00 Entertainment on stages, in the Courthouse & at Historical landmarks

                            Wassail Fest
                            Children’s Arts and Crafts Booths
                            Carriage Rides
                            Shuttle Rides to Bayless-Selby House
                            Caroling

8:00 – 9:00 Brave Combo performs on Courthouse Lawn