# Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting in Downtown Wylie

> Event for families in the Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sun, Dec 6 · 6:00 PM
- Where: Olde City Park, 112 S. Ballard Ave., Wylie, TX 75098
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: City of Wylie
- Official page: https://www.wylietexas.gov/living/events/christmas_parade.php
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Watch the Festival of Lights Christmas Parade along Ballard Avenue, then gather at Olde City Park for the tree lighting. The mayor reads a Christmas story and a high school choir sings seasonal songs.

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