As the holiday decorations come down and the calendar turns to a new year, Tianyu Lights Festival is extending the magic with a final opportunity to experience one of North Texas’ most beloved winter attractions. Following a record-breaking 2026 season, the internationally acclaimed lantern festival remains open Thursday through Sunday evenings through January 18, offering families and friends a joyful way to celebrate the season beyond the holidays. 

“This final stretch is about joy after the holidays—slowing down, spending time together, and starting the new year surrounded by light and beauty,” said Huiyuan Liu, Event Manager at Tianyu Arts & Culture. “We’re grateful for the incredible support from the DFW community and are thrilled to close out this record-breaking season by welcoming guests for one last magical experience.”

With lighter crowds and crisp winter evenings, January offers an ideal time to explore the festival at a relaxed pace, capture stunning photos, and savor the uplifting atmosphere that has made Tianyu Lights Festival a standout winter tradition across North Texas.

Located at the festival grounds of Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, Tianyu Lights Festival has welcomed visitors from across the DFW Metroplex for a spectacular display of larger-than-life illuminated lantern art, immersive themed environments, and live cultural performances. Produced by Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc.—the largest lantern festival producer in North America, the festival continues a tradition of blending authentic Chinese lantern craftsmanship with modern storytelling and family-friendly experiences 

Back by popular demand for its record-breaking second season in North Texas, the festival features 19 immersive scenes handcrafted by skilled artisans using metal, fabric, and LED lighting. Guests can wander through two signature themed worlds inspired by a child’s imagination: Starlit Farm, a glowing countryside dreamscape, and Magic Ocean, an illuminated undersea journey filled with reefs and dreamlike creatures

Each evening, the festival comes alive with live cultural performances, including the dramatic art of Face Changing (Bianlian), breathtaking acrobatics, and the elegant Peacock Dance, with shows scheduled throughout the night, weather permitting. Families can also enjoy an illuminated playground, interactive displays, photo-ready backdrops, and the popular glowing Magic Rides, available for children through 9:00 p.m. for an additional fee.

Tianyu Lights Festival runs through January 18, 2026, and is open Thursday through Sunday evenings. Tickets are available online, and advance purchase is encouraged as the final weekends approach.

For tickets, hours, and additional information, visit tianyuculture.us/dallas