Dickens is a FREE annual event produced by the City of Plano. Nestled in the heart of the Downtown Plano Arts District, Dickens is the holiday event of the year! Live entertainment, delicious food, a variety of attractions, and a visit from Santa allow for everyone in the family to have something to enjoy.

Food vendors are onsite to offer an assortment of tasty treats, including hot drinks, beer and wine, kettle corn, smoked turkey legs, fried fish and shrimp, funnel cakes, and more! Many downtown businesses will extend their hours for this annual event and invite you to browse for the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your “nice” list.

The event is located in Haggard Park, McCall Plaza and on a limited section of 15th Street in Downtown Plano. Free parking is available at the Plano Municipal Center (1520 K Avenue) and public lots off 14th Street. Families and leashed dogs are welcome!

Schedule: 

Haggard Park

• Snow Slide – 5-9pm
• Santa – 5-9 pm
• Carriage Rides – 5-9pm
• S’mores Station – 5-9:30pm
• Tree Lighting – 7pm
• Ice fight – 7:30-8:30pm

Interurban Museum

• Polar Express – 6:30 and 7:30 pm

McCall Plaza

• John Tipton – 5-7pm
• Fenton Hip Hop Dance – 7:30-8pm
• Joel McCray – 8-10pm

Community Stage

• Williams High School
• Plano Senior High School Chamber Choir
• Clark High School Choir
• Plano Metropolitan Ballet
• Plano West Senior High School Choir
• North Texas Performing Arts
• 15th Street Singers