Hi M. and welcome to Dallas. Ther are several ways to learn about Dallas. First, look in the Dallas Morning News and get "The Guide", a magazine in Friday and Sunday paper that list the latest things to do and restaurants by food types. They even rate the restaurants.
Second, go to www.guidelive.com to learn what is happening and where. There is also dallascvb.com , dallasdinesout.com and many other listings if you google "dallas guide".
These sources will list events, entertainments, dining, drinking and for now - where to go to see Christmas lights.
Hope this helps and Merry Christmas.
T.
Self Employed Work-At-Home-Mom to adorable 12 year old daughter and wife of 26 years to a fantastic husband!