Frisco Insider - Christmas Eve + More

Howdy, Frisco. 🎄

Merry (almost) Christmas, y’all. We’re officially in the cozy chaos zone, where the house smells like cinnamon, the Wi-Fi can’t handle another Hallmark movie, and someone’s already eaten half the stocking candy. The kids are counting down the hours, the relatives are circling the airport, and North Texas has decided to celebrate Christmas Eve by….breaking heat records.

Yep, Santa might be trading in his sleigh for a convertible this year. But whether you’re wrapping last minute gifts, baking enough cookies to feed an army, or just trying to avoid holiday traffic on Preston, your midweek edition of Frisco Insider has your news, events, and local cheer all tied up with a bow.

Also, apologies for the broken event links last edition, it’s fixed now :)

Let’s unwrap this week together. 🎁

☀️ Record Breaking Warmth Before Christmas

Just when you thought you’d never need shorts in December again….surprise. DFW hit a record 82°F on Tuesday, the second record high this week. The previous record (81°) was set almost 60 years ago.

Expect patchy fog and warm air heading into Christmas Day, with near record highs again by Friday before a cold front finally sweeps in Sunday. So yes, Santa might break a sweat this year, but at least the rest of us can still enjoy backyard barbecues while pretending it’s winter.

A Christmas Special for y’all

Lowest cost Gutter Cleaning OR lowest cost Christmas Light Takedown in all of Frisco

Because climbing ladders in January is a terrible idea, we’re offering two simple services (priced like they should be).

Pick one:

• We’ll clean out your gutters

OR

• We’ll take down your Christmas lights (roofline only, no windows, doors, shrubs, or yard décor warfare)

Each service is the cheapest you’ll find in all of Frisco (hint: under $100)

Want both?

Even cheaper and it’s all handled.

No drama. No surprises. No HOA letters taped to your front door.

We’ll come out, get it done, and you don’t have to think about it again. Easy.

Limited to the first 15 Frisco homes.

Book it now and start 2026 without gutters overflowing or lights still blinking in Valentine’s season.

Learn More: Here

⚖️ Judge Blocks Texas “App Store Accountability Act”

A federal judge just blocked the App Store Accountability Act, which was set to take effect on January 1. The law would’ve required Texans to verify their age before downloading or buying anything in an app, with minors needing parental consent.

Critics argued it violated the First Amendment, comparing it to “making every bookstore check IDs at the door.” The court agreed, halting the law until a final decision is reached.
For now, your app downloads, and your right to mindlessly scroll, remain safe.

🚓 Shooting at Frisco Square Cinemark Leads to Police Chase

Sunday night took a dramatic turn near Frisco Square Cinemark, where police responded to reports of gunfire in the parking lot. Two vehicles were involved, and one driver led officers on a “slow speed” chase after refusing to stop.

The situation ended with two arrests, one at the scene and one after a nearby hit and run connected to the same incident. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and police say it appears to be an isolated dispute between the two cars, not a random act.
So yes, Frisco’s theaters remain safe for your holiday movie marathons, but maybe skip the parking lot arguments.

🪶 Indigenous Groups Fight to Protect Rediscovered Coastal Settlement

On the Texas coast near Corpus Christi Bay, Indigenous activists are fighting to preserve an ancient settlement site discovered between oil plants and shipyards. The site, known as Donnel Point, was thought lost decades ago but may hold remnants of Karankawa and Carrizo/Comecrudo villages, some of the earliest known coastal communities in Texas.

The rediscovery has ignited a preservation effort against industrial expansion in the area. Activists are urging the government to revoke construction permits and protect what may be the last untouched Indigenous site on this stretch of coast.
As one activist put it: “Even if the stories were burned or forgotten, the land still remembers.”

🎪 Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland – Frisco | Ticketed

📍 Dec 27 | 7 PM | Comerica Center
Acrobats, live holiday music, and a symphony of lights come together for this 15th anniversary spectacular. Expect breathtaking stunts, soaring vocals, and enough sparkle to make even the Grinch tear up. Perfect for families still holding onto that post Christmas magic.
Details: Here

🍸 Santa’s Last Stop: Holiday Pop-Up @ Truck Yard – The Colony | No Cost

📍 Open through Jan 11 | 5959 Grove Ln, The Colony | Closes 6 PM Christmas Eve, reopens 5 PM Christmas Day
A brewery turned winter wonderland, complete with tinsel explosions, themed cocktails, and a thousand twinkling lights. It’s your final call for Christmas cheer, plus some new year vibes. All ages until 9 PM, then it’s adults only (and yes, Santa would approve).
Details: Here

🕯️ Disney’s Beauty and the Beast – Dallas | Ticketed

📍 Now through Jan 4 | Music Hall at Fair Park
The beloved tale returns to the stage with new sets, dazzling costumes, and that classic Alan Menken score. It’s the perfect mix of nostalgia and Broadway level wonder, and yes, “Be Our Guest” still hits every time. Great for a post Christmas family night out.
Details: Here

❄️ Downtown Plano Winter Wonderland Market – Plano | No Cost

📍 Dec 28 | 11 AM–5 PM | Downtown Plano, 1021 E. 15th St.
Take a stroll through this cozy outdoor market packed with local vendors, handmade gifts, and festive treats. It’s a great spot to pick up those “oops-I-forgot” gifts while soaking in small town Christmas charm one more time before the year ends.
Details: Here

💫 The Holiday Render – McKinney | Ticketed

📍 Dec 26–28 | 6 PM nightly | Concept House, 8430 W. University Dr.
If you like your Christmas with a futuristic twist, this one’s for you. It’s a three day interactive celebration where VR, 3D printing, and projection art collide with cocoa and conversation. Perfect for families, creatives, or anyone ready for something a little different after all the eggnog.
Details: Here