In December, the Friends of Fair Park present MetroPCS Fair Park Holiday.

The holiday event fills the heart of Fair Park with the lights and wonders of the season, including activities especially designed for children of all ages.

In fact, here's just some of what you can expect at MetroPCS Fair Park Holiday:

• Official City of Dallas Tree Lighting Ceremony
• Dallas Wind Symphony Quintet 
• Free admission to all Fair Park museums
• Unveiling of the newly renovated “Bellagio-style” Esplanade Fountain
• Debut of Tenor and Contralto, two original recreations of the 1936 sculptures which adorned the Esplanade Fountain during the Texas Centennial Exposition.
• The Holiday Children’s Area in Centennial Hall will house arts and crafts, ornament-making, do-it-yourself gift wrapping (kids only), pictures with Santa, bounce houses, and a variety of activities and entertainment.
• The 500 Inc. Holiday Market, featuring a variety of quality merchandise, gifts and holiday décor.
• Concessions will be available for purchase.

Get details on this year's event scheduled for Dec. 6, 2009.

If you missed our 2008 celebration, here are images to enjoy.