Frisco Events Weekend Roundup for Friday December 13th

This weekend in Frisco: Merry Main Street is on, It’s A Wonderful Life in Frisco, The Frisco Gun Club Opens, a Polar Pajama Party and more.

On Going:

christmas in the square – covered in ice

Christmas in the Square: 6pm – 10pm Frisco Square becomes a winter wonderland.

Skate the Square Outdoor Ice Rink at Frisco Square, Nov. 29 – Jan. 4, 2014. This real ice skating rink is 36’ x 63’ and is located at the southwest corner of Main Street and Coleman Blvd. across from Toyota Stadium in Frisco. Skate the Square is open Monday – Thursday from 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. and Friday – Sunday, noon -10 p.m. except on Christmas Day and weather permitting. Ice skating cost is $10 per person, per day, including skate rentals.

Friday, December 13th

Frisco Gun Club GRAND OPENING at 10am.  The $12 million Frisco Gun Club will officially open to the public with Grand Opening ceremonies, including a ceremonial ribbon shooting! There will be giveaways, chance drawings, a grand opening sale and on-range shooting demonstrations and tips by internationally ranked marksman Jason Koon. Giveaways – first guests through the door will receive gifts from HK USA, including hats, water bottles, iPhone cases and more!  6565 Eldorado Blvd. 75033

“It’s a Wonderful Life” in Newman Village: Rescheduled from last Friday night, ring in the holidays in the magical setting of Newman Village’s central plaza. From 6-9pm, enjoy a snow hill for sledding, face painting, ice skating rink, horse-drawn carriage rides, choo choo train rides, hot cocoa, and a Visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Go online to purchase tickets.

23rd Annual Merry Main Street – Only the Kids Holiday Store and the lighting of the Christmas tree will taking place.

Holiday Lights at Frisco Fire Safety Town to begin this week: rom 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, Fri. Dec. 20 and Sat. Dec. 21. The free event has the town decorated in holiday lights for the season. People can also enjoy arts and crafts and live music performances by local school groups. Children can get their photo taken with Santa in the miniature fire station.  To learn more, visit friscotexas.gov/safetytown and click on “Programs.”

Basketball:  Texas Legends vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers  From 7-10:00pm in Dr Pepper Arena. Get Tickets! The Brehms Live at CrossRoads Winery! Winery Hours 6-11pm

Saturday, December 14th

4th Annual Polar Express Pajama Party! 4PM, Saturday, Dec 14 & Sunday, Dec 15;  Special Events Center inside Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 North Dallas Pkwy. Children ages 3-12 and their families are sure to enjoy this arts fundraiser featuring fun food, cookie-decorating, face-painting, winter games and activities, photo ops, Crazy Al’s Twisted balloons, Trigg the Magician, stage shows, a visit with Santa, and of course, a screening of “The Polar Express.” General Admission: $25 (children age 0-12 mos are free); Purchase tickets or call 972.668.5180 Basketball: Texas Legends vs. Austin Toros  7-10:00pm in Dr Pepper Arena.  Get Tickets!

Holiday Music from Frisco Chorale: Join the Frisco Chorale for some festive music in the NEW auditorium at Frisco High School at 7PM. Tickets are $15.

“The Frosty 5k and Merry Mile” will race through Simpson Plaza at City Hall. Prizes will be presented to top runners, including the best overall, as well as best three male and female age group finishers. Awards also will go to largest team, best t-shirt and costume, most creative team and best spirit.

“Frisco StarFest” is held at sundown in Frisco Commons weather permitting. Frisco StarFest is a public astronomy event co-sponsored by the Texas Astronomical Society of Dallas and the Frisco Parks Dept. On the 2nd Saturday of every month (weather permitting), the park lights go out and the telescopes look up. Join us at Frisco Commons Park for this family-friendly event as telescope owners and volunteers let the public look through their telescopes. This free event is designed to ignite interest in space and astronomy.

North Texas Kettlebell Competition: Full Throttle Athletics is excited to announce that it will be hosting the first ever North Texas Open Kettlebell Competition, operated by fellow kettlebell sport club, the Orange Kettlebell Club from Orange County, California. 10am to 6pm; Similar to a track and field event, lifters will compete in flights throughout the day. Supporters are welcome to come and go, as the event is scheduled to end at 6 p.m.

Sunday, Dec 15th

TOY DRIVE FOR THE TROOPS ongoing through Dec. 16th at Christmas in the Square location. Drop of new unwrapped toys or clothing items in the Square any time.

Cinemark Classic Movies presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” 2pm Tickets and Info

Monday Dec 16th

“Pet Nights With Santa” at Stonebriar mall. Pet owners can bring their cats and dogs to visit with Santa from 6 to 9 p.m. [Cats and dogs on a leash or in an appropriate carrier only, please. Animals, other than those servicing the disabled, are not allowed in the shopping centers other than during on Pet Nights.] Photo packages start at $23.

Tuesday Dec 17th

“PJ Tuesdays With Santa” at Stonebriar mall Mall. Kids can wear their pajamas for a cute, cozy photo with Santa. Santa’s elves will be on hand to capture the moment. Photo packages start at $23. Guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots.

Wednesday Dec 18th 

Basketball: Texas Legends vs. Springfield Armor  From 7-10:00pm in Dr Pepper Arena.  Get Tickets!

Cinemark Classic Movies presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” 2pm & 7pm Tickets and Info

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