The Interlochen Christmas Lights are one of Arlington’s most popular holiday traditions. It began in 1976 when a family in the fledgling neighborhood decorated their home for Christmas. The neighborhood developer, Bob Findlay, liked the idea and sponsored a contest the following year to entice others to decorate. He hoped it would help sell more lots and houses in the young neighborhood, and it did. Admittedly, the origins were a tad more financial than festive, but the event has grown to embody the Christmas spirit.

Arlington’s Christmas season is always a festive time. There is plenty to see and do with the Interlochen Christmas Lights, Six Flags Holiday in the Park, the downtown Holiday Lights Parade, and many other special events. Here are some well-loved Christmas traditions in Arlington and a few other things that may help make your holiday season merry and bright.

Three Arlington preservationists received awards at the Tarrant County Historical Commission Summit on October 18th in Fort Worth.

On November 11th, to commemorate Veterans Day, the Arlington Historical Society’s Wanda Marshall gave a presentation at the Downtown Arlington Library. The presentation, entitled “Arlington’s War Heroes: Celebrating Their Sacrifices & Achievements,” was a poignant tribute to Arlington’s hometown heroes.