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Find the perfect holiday gift at The Star District’s 30+ shops and restaurants

Pause for the Winter Wonderland Tea at La Parisienne.

Photo courtesy of The Star District

The Star District in Frisco is an endless source of gifts for everyone on your holiday list. While you're there, experience holiday cheer, festive dinning and shopping, and a visit from the big man himself, Santa Claus.

Gifts for her
Find the stocking stuffers she really want this holiday season at Flea Style, a festive outfit or handbag at Monkee's of Frisco, or shine bright with Cartier shades from Luxe Eyewear.

Give the gift of culinary delight and make every meal an experience with the help of the Winter Wonderland Tea at La Parisienne.

Flea Style gifts Scoop up sparkly stocking stuffers from Flea Style.Photo courtesy of The Star District

Gifts for him
J. Hilburn’s gift guide has the perfect present, at every budget, for every guy on your list this season. Have trouble making a choice? J. Hilburn’s in-store stylists will help you make your picks (and customize them!) for the men in your life.

Have a sports fanatic on your list? Give them the gift of collectibles this holiday season with sports cards and collectibles from Cards in a Box, which features everything from sports cards to signed helmets and one-of-a-kind collectibles.

So he’s a foodie? Sign up for a delicious dinner a with a full-sensory experience complete with towering interior trees, provocative lighting, and live performances from aerial artists at The Glen Restaurant & Bar.

Savor scotch at The Monarch Stag.Photo courtesy of The Star District

Gifts of the South
Give the gift of travel accessories with in-store customization on luggage, koozies, and leather goods from King Ranch Saddle Shop. Select something just right from their curated gift guide, which features gifts for everyone.

Unleash the cowboy or cowgirl within with Lucchese cowboy boots, then strut your way into locally famed Dee Lincoln to enjoy Prime cuts during a prime season.

King Ranch leather goods Find leather goods made to last at King Ranch Saddle Shop.Photo courtesy of The Star District

Gifts of comfort
Gift relaxation with holiday specials from Hiatus Spa + Retreat, the award-winning Texas day spa featuring signature massages, facials, body treatments, med spa services, and nail therapies.

Gather 'round the table with family and friends to enjoy a large selection of pastas and extensive array of fresh fish, plus delicious cocktails at Lombardi Cucina Italiana.

With dozens of shopping options in The Star District, you’re sure to discover something special for everyone on your list. For more, visit TheStarDistrict.com.

Lombardi Cucina Italiana What's better than a big plate of pasta?Photo courtesy of The Star District

Holiday events at The Star
Looking for a break from shopping? Be sure to check out these can’t miss family friendly events at The Star this holiday season:

Come celebrate the most wonderful time of year during the Christmas Sip & Stroll in The Star District on December 6. Enjoy festive sips, Christmas music and photo moments, gift shopping, exclusive offers, hot cocoa, and much more while visiting 15-plus participating shops and restaurants in The Star District.

Get in the holiday spirit with a visit to Santa at The Star, presented by Monument Realty. Meet Santa Claus at his Cowboys-themed cottage in the heart of The Star District through December 24.

Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza powered by Reliant is an electrifying 20-minute show that ignites The Star with a powerful mix of game-day excitement and Christmas cheer on Tostitos Championship Plaza.

The show kicks off with a dazzling performance by the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, followed by the lighting of The Star’s 67-foot LED Christmas tree by a Dallas Cowboys football legend.

There are several ways to see Santa at the Cowboys Christmas Extravaganza.Photo courtesy of The Star District

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See a complete list of shops, restaurants, and more at The Star District here.

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Dallas climbs up list of best cities to celebrate Christmas

Dallas Arts District with holiday lights

Photo courtesy of Omni Dallas Hotel

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Dallas is on the nice list this holiday season: The city has clambered up on WalletHub's annual ranking of the best cities for celebrating Christmas.

Very merry Dallas is ranked No. 31 on WalletHub's 2024 list, which ranks the 100 most populous U.S. cities across five key dimensions: Traditions and fun, observance, generosity, shopping opportunities, plus travel and meal costs.

Dallas ranked No. 34 on WalletHub's 2023 report. That's a 3-point increase. Kudos, Dallas.

Here's how the city performed across the study's five main categories:

No. 16 – Traditions and fun rank
No. 21 – Shopping rank
No. 57 – Generosity rank
No. 74 – Costs rank
No. 75 – Observance rank

Dallas can cheer on its place as the third highest-ranked Texas city thanks to its vast array of holiday happenings, including numerous dazzling light displays and neighborhoods throughout town. From local restaurants and bars creating festive feasts and delightful cocktail experiences, to a number of pop-up ice skating rinks, over-the-top attractions, and tall Christmas trees, there are more ways than ever for Dallasites to celebrate.

Dallas households also have bigger holiday budgets in 2024 than they did the year before. According to a separate WalletHub study, the average Dallas household is expected to spend about $1,406 on Christmas gifts this year, versus $943 in 2023.

"With inflation making Christmas celebrations, gifts, food and travel more expensive, certain cities are much better for your wallet than others during the holiday," said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo. "In addition to being affordable, the best cities have a large number of people celebrating, plenty of places for Christians to worship, populations who give generously to charity, and plenty of fun activities to enjoy with family and friends."

In a separate report by home services provider Thumbtack, Dallas was named the second most festive U.S. city in 2024.

Elsewhere in Texas, other festive cities that earned spots in the top 50 include Austin (No. 23), San Antonio (No. 30), and Houston (No. 41).

The top 10 best places to experience Christmas in 2024 are:

No. 1 – Atlanta, Georgia
No. 2 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
No. 3 – Seattle, Washington
No. 4 – Las Vegas, Nevada
No. 5 – Orlando, Florida
No. 6 – San Francisco, California
No. 7 – St. Louis, Missouri
No. 8 – Miami, Florida
No. 9 – Chicago, Illinois
No. 10 – New York, New York

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