12/1
Holiday on the Hill:
Enjoy kids’ activities, live performances, photos with Santa and the official tree lighting. Free. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Downtown Cedar Hill.
Mayor’s Quarterly 360 Meeting:
Find out what’s happening in DeSoto. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. City Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Dr.
12/2
Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting:
Join in a Duncanville tradition. Free. Parade: 7:00 p.m. Tree lighting 8:00 p.m., 101 Main St., Duncanville.
12/3
Run the Mount 5K:
Come for a day of walks, runs, music, food, hayrides and activities. Free admission. See website for cost and registration for the 5K. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Camp, 1701 Texas Plume Rd., Cedar Hill. https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/CedarHill/RunTheMount5K.
Brandi’s Corner:
Free Christmas shopping for pre-K-6th grade kids to find gifts for family members. Gift wrapping included. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 128 N. Roberts Rd., Cedar Hill.
12/5
Crafty Cafe Holiday Ornaments:
Tweens, 8-12, come get your crafts on and make something to hang on the tree. Free. 5:00-6:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
12/6
Mugs and Movies:
Teens, come enjoy some hot chocolate and a holiday film. Free. 5:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
12/6-12/9
Path of Lights and Christmas Village:
Experience the lights, live music, a holiday craft bazaar and the Christmas Choo-Choo. Free. 5:30-9:30 p.m., Newman International Academy, 1114 W. FM 1382, Cedar Hill.
12/7
Immune Boosters and Busters:
Learn how proper nutrition keeps your immune system strong. Free. 5:00-7:00 p.m., DeSoto West Middle School, 800 N. Westmoreland Rd.
12/10
Breakfast With Santa:
Enjoy a meal with the big guy. Free. 9:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 128 N. Roberts Rd., Cedar Hill.
Hometown Holiday Celebration:
Come out for family fun, food and vendors. Free. Noon-10:00 p.m., DeSoto Town Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Dr.
Christmas Musical:
Local singers belt some holiday tunes. $5-$15. 8:00 p.m., DeSoto Corner Theater, 211 E. Pleasant Run Dr.
12/13
Sugar Cookie Decorating:
Teens test their icing skills. Free. 5:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
12/16
Parents’ Night Out:
Drop off 6- to 12-year-olds, and get that Christmas shopping done! Free. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Duncanville Rec Center, 201 James Collins Blvd.
12/17
Cookies With Santa:
Come nibble on some treats with the jolly old elf. Free. 10:00 a.m.-noon, Duncanville Rec Center, 201 James Collins Blvd.
Sell the Sale:
Dr. Cassandra Bradford teaches how to price and market your products. Free, but registration required. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., DeSoto Public Library, 211 E. Pleasant Run Dr. bit.ly/bbcs2022.
Masquerade Ball:
Dance the night away with a bar, food and music. Prize for best dressed king and queen. $10-$15. 6:00 p.m.-midnight, Duncanville Lions Club, 210 Lions Trail. See Eventbrite for tickets.
12/20
DIY Holiday Ornaments:
Teens craft some new ornaments for the family tree. 5:00 p.m., Zula B. Wylie Library, 225 Cedar St., Cedar Hill.
Third Saturdays
Duncan Switch Saturday Street Market:
The event includes vendors, food and fun. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Main and Center streets, Duncanville.
Tri-City Animal Shelter Adoptions:
Come meet your new furbaby. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.,100 S. Main St., Duncanville.