Christmas Lights 2022: Arlington’s Interlochen Estates Has Twinkled Brightly For 47 Years
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First in a series: Dallas-Fort Worth neighborhoods celebrate the holidays with light displays like no other. We’re presenting neighborhoods individually this year, so let us know if you know of a neighborhood that needs to be showcased. Nominate a neighborhood in an email.
Neighborhood: Interlochen, Arlington.
Where: Enter off Westwood Drive at Randol Mill Road
When: Officially, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Dec. 16-25, but most of the decor will be up earlier and most lights will stay on later.
What makes it unique: What began as a marketing tool for a new subdivision has evolved — 47 years later — into a big gift to the community. In 1976, developer Robert Findlay and his wife Carole enticed potential buyers to their new neighborhood with lots and lots of decorations. The tradition continues with the neighbors paying tribute to the late Findlays by ensuring their home is as turned out as the others.
What: Lights, yard art, technology, and festive music have evolved into a community tradition with friendly competition among homeowners. With approximately 200 houses decorated, this neighborhood display compels Arlington police to help with SUVs loaded with little darlings and their parents. It’s a steady stream most nights, and Ralph Sobel, homeowners’ association president, recommends a Tuesday over a Saturday to avoid the crowds. “The fun part about it is that there’s no other light showing where eight people from three generations can have a free, friendly event,” he said. “It’s a cheap first date or a wonderful family together. The free part of it is part of its charm.”
Related links
- Interlochen home page | Unofficial Facebook page
- 🚗 Your Guide to Drive-Through Neighborhood Lights in Dallas-Fort Worth (2021)
- How Corby Davidson, Interlochen’s Favorite Son, Coped With Arlington Neighborhood’s Holiday Light Tour
- 🎄 More Christmas Lights 2022
“display compels Arlington police to help with SUVs loaded with little darlings and their parents.”
Where can I get more information about this? My 20 year old daughter Sarah is disabled and uses a wheelchair. We have never been able to take her to see the amazing lights because she would never be able to sit for that long in the car. Also, what would happen if half way through we needed to leave? Sarah loves looking at beautiful sparkly things. What could be better than looking at all the bright beautiful sparkly lights at Interlochen?
You can always find a way to turn around and leave. People live on those streets and are able to come and go as they need. If she can only handle a short visit, do what you can. Weeknights are less crowded. Also 10:30 is less crowded than 6 or 7 or 8.
Hi Robin D. Please contact me directly at [email protected] and we can work something out to make it easier for your daughter. Merry Christmas, Ralph Sobel, Interlochen HOA President
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It is literally listed in the article
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