Holly Jolly + 5K and Fun Run

Joyously mark your calendars! Holly Jolly Celebration presented by Credit Union of Texas returns to Allen on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. in downtown Allen. This longstanding Allen tradition features the lighting of the City of Allen Christmas tree, an annual 5K and fun run, drone show and light displays, kid-friendly attractions, gourmet food trucks, festive beverages, holiday photo ops and plenty of cheer.
Event Schedule:
3 p.m. - Shuttle service begins from Allen ISD Lowery Freshman Center
4 p.m. - Holly Jolly Event and 1-mile fun run begins
4:35 p.m. - Timed 5K begins
4:40 p.m. – Untimed 5K begins
6 p.m. – Christmas tree lighting and Drone Show
6:15 p.m. – Race award ceremony
8 p.m. – Event ends
8:30 p.m. - Shuttle service ends
Event Attractions:
Our beloved holiday event is located in the heart of Downtown Allen! Starting at Allen Drive and Main Street, you'll find blocks of fun.
Explore all there is to be had:
-Christmas tree lighting and drone show (starting at 6 p.m.)
-Inflatables, games & activities
-Train rides
-Sensory space
-Gourmet food trucks
-Holiday photo ops
-Photos with Santa
-Holiday market vendors
-Live performances
Holly Jolly presented by Credit Union of Texas is made possible by our sponsors:
- Credit Union of Texas
- Allen Community Development Corporation
- NETSCOUT
- Allen EDC
- Andrews Distributing
- Community Waste Disposal (CWD)
- Chick-Fil-A