Joyously mark your calendars! Holly Jolly Celebration presented by Credit Union of Texas returns to Allen on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. This longstanding Allen tradition features the lighting of the City of Allen Christmas tree, an annual 5K and fun run, drone show and light displays, kid-friendly attractions, gourmet food trucks, festive beverages, holiday photo ops and plenty of cheer.
From savoring joyful sounds of the season, to soaking up the cozy holiday spirit, this is the merriest night of the year you won’t want to miss!
Event Attractions:
Our beloved holiday event is located in the heart of Downtown Allen and extends to Allen Heritage Village! Starting at Allen Drive and Main Street, you'll find blocks of fun. Take the Holly Jolly Trolley to Allen Heritage Village to soak up more holiday activities. Trolley service will run throughout the event.
Explore all there is to be had:
Christmas tree lighting
Drone show
Festive entertainment
Gourmet food trucks
Holiday photo ops
Photos with Santa
Stories with Mrs. Claus
Carolers
Holiday market vendors
Pictures with a "Reinsteer"
Live performances in downtown and at Allen Heritage Village
Register for the Holly Jolly 5K and Fun Run here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Allen/HollyJolly5KFunRun
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
Credit Union of Texas
NETSCOUT
Allen Community Development Corporation
Allen Economic Development Corporation
Phillips Home Improvements
Chick-fil-A - Allen, TX
Andrews Distributing Company
Allen Heritage Guild
Community Waste Disposal
Learn more here:
https://www.lifeinallen.org/events/holly_jolly_celebration_tree_lighting.php
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