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Try these 5 cheap Fort Worth family-friendly Christmas activities to get in the holiday spirit

Guests take photos at the top of the ‘Bluebonnet’ display for the Lightscape 2023 event at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.
Guests take photos at the top of the ‘Bluebonnet’ display for the Lightscape 2023 event at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. ctorres@star-telegram.com

Holidays can be fun but also expensive between gifts and traveling. Participating in festive activities shouldn’t add an extra burden to your wallet.

Though everyone looks forward to gifts, what matters most is spending time with those you love.

My family has even decided to give each other experiences rather than monetary items this year.

But if you want to do something more, you can still get in the spirit with Christmas attractions across Fort Worth.

If you haven’t already picked up on it, there’s a lot to do here in Cowtown. These experiences won’t add too much (or nothing at all) to your holiday expenses.

Not only can you get in the holiday spirit, but these attractions are also a great way to appreciate our community.

So grab your peppermint mochas and bundle up. Let’s have some fun with our loved ones.

Martin House Christmas market details.
Martin House Christmas market details. Maryn Rizzo

Martin House Christmas market

  • Martin House Brewery: 220 S. Sylvania Ave #209, Fort Worth.

  • Dec. 1 at 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Free

  • 50 artisan vendors to shop from with food from food truck and drinks from Martin House.

  • Free photos with Santa.

  • Pet friendly.

Lights at The Modern

  • The Modern: 3200 Darnell Street, Fort Worth.

  • From Nov. 29 until Feb. 9.

  • Free admission on Fridays.

  • Cafe Modern happy hour on Fridays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday dinner with a view of lights, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

  • Regular admission is $16 for adults, $12 for first responders and seniors, $10 for students with ID, and free for those under 18.

Trains at Northpark

  • NorthPark Center: 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas.

  • From Nov. 16 until Jan. 5.

  • Tickets: $12 adult, $7 kid, $5 senior

  • Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Early close on Christmas Eve, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • S.T.E.A.M.-inspired experience of train displays with a newly added Lego addition.

  • Supporting Ronald McDonald House.

Stockyards Rodeo Rink

  • Fort Worth Stockyards: 131 E. Exchange Avenue, Fort Worth.

  • From Nov. 18 until Jan. 5.

  • Tickets: Kids $20, Adults $25

  • Skate rentals are included.

  • 90-minute sessions.

  • Snacks and beverage bar, fire pits, music, and picnic seating.

Fort Worth Botanic Garden Lightscape

  • Fort Worth Botanic Garden: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth.

  • From Nov. 22 till Jan. 5.

  • Tickets for members: adults, $18 to $22 (depending on the day) for children (ages 3-12) $12 to $16.

  • Tickets for non-members: adults, $18 to $30 and children, $12 to $18.

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Ella Gonzales
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Ella Gonzales is a service journalism reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. She is part of a team of local journalists who answer reader questions and write about life in North Texas. Ella mainly writes about local restaurants and where to find good deals around town.
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