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Midland Merry Lights
Late November-New Year’s
Downtown Midland/Centennial Park

Get ready to experience the magic of the holidays with Midland’s Merry Lights, a heartwarming event that transforms downtown Midland into a winter wonderland. 

This festive celebration brings the community together with stunning light displays, interactive installations for all ages, and cheerful music that fills the air. 

Visitors can stroll along illuminated pathways, snap holiday photos at charming spots, and enjoy exclusive specials from local businesses, including extended hours, seasonal treats, and festive discounts. It’s the perfect way to support downtown shops and restaurants while soaking in the joy of the season.

Christmas at the Mansion
November 30-December 9, 2025
Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W. Missouri Ave (entrance on K Street)

Hosted by the Museum of the Southwest at the historic Turner Mansion, this series of holiday events has something for everyone! The 2025 season includes a President’s Club Preview Party (Dec. 5), Nutcracker Brunch with the Midland Festival Ballet (Dec. 6), a free public Open House (Dec. 7), and the ReinBeer XIV party for adults (Dec. 10). A free family open house will be held on Sunday, December 7, from 2–5 p.m. with Santa, cookies, and crafts. 

City of Midland Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 13, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
A Street from Windlands Park to Midland High School

Celebrate the holiday season at the 2025 Midland Merry Lighted Christmas Parade! This joyful event features stunning floats, festive music, and a vibrant atmosphere that unites the community. Mark your calendars and prepare to embrace the holiday spirit while enjoying the sights

City of Midland Tree Lighting Ceremony
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 @ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Centennial Park

This festive celebration, hosted in partnership with the Midland Downtown Park Conservancy at Centennial Park, features the Tree Lighting Ceremony to mark the official start of the holiday season. Enjoy this beautiful tree and the decorations all through Christmas!

Grassland Estates
This neighborhood is known for a VERY specific house that goes all out with Christmas cheer. Not just a one-stop item on our list, the entire neighborhood has an array of lights, decorations, Christmas trees, and neighbors with coordinating decorations.

Trinity Estates
This is another neighborhood you don’t want to miss, located near Wadley. Trinity Estates is full of houses with Christmas lights and decorations.

Green Tree
With everything from classic and understated decorations to over-the-top blow-up decorations, this Midland neighborhood is a must-see on your Christmas light tour. Easy to navigate without missing anything, the neighborhood is a loop, so you can just ease through and enjoy the magic of Christmas.

Polo Estates
The Estates has plenty of houses with Christmas decorations to enjoy, but one house would make even Clark Griswold proud of their light display!

Metz Place
Metz Place is the winter wonderland of Midland. A street lined with lights and candy canes on the sidewalks; the houses all have gorgeous decorations, Christmas lights, and plenty of inflatable Santas for the kids to enjoy.

Midland College
While you’re in the area to see Metz Place, cross the street to Midland College. The campus is beautifully decorated for the holidays, and the grazing reindeer have been moved to a different location on campus this year so that you can search for their new spot.