Tianyu Arts & Culture, producer of the dazzling Tianyu Lights Festival at Texas Trust CU Theatre, is proud to launch a special community initiative this holiday season: a food drive benefiting Grand Prairie United Charities (GPUC).

From December 16–18, festival guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support local families in need. Donation bins will be located at the festival entrance for easy drop-off.

“As we illuminate Grand Prairie with the magic of our festival, we also hope to shine a light on families in need,” said Huiyuan Liu, event manager for Tianyu Lights Festival. “Partnering with Grand Prairie United Charities allows us to support families right here in Grand Prairie during a season when the need is especially great.”

GPUC has served the community since 1955, providing food, emergency aid, and essential resources to neighbors facing hardship. All items collected will directly replenish the organization’s food pantry, which sees increased demand during the winter months.

Suggested donations include canned goods, pasta, rice, peanut butter, cereal, and other shelf-stable staples. Each donation earns guests a complimentary token for the Magic Ride or Construction Digger experience.

Visitors can explore two magical themed worlds inspired by the imagination of 7-year-old Koda: Starlit Farm, reflecting peaceful summer nights in the countryside, and Magic Ocean, a sparkling undersea kingdom filled with reefs and fantastical creatures.

Nightly live performances feature dramatic Face Changing (Bianlian), thrilling acrobatics, and graceful folk dance. Shows take place at 6:45 p.m., 7:50 p.m., and 9:00 p.m., weather permitting.

Guests can shop a vibrant marketplace of handcrafted treasures—including traditional lanterns and inner-bottle paintings—and enjoy hot drinks, sweet treats, and meals from local and visiting food vendors. Families will also love the illuminated playground, interactive photo ops, and the glowing Magic Rides available until 9:00 p.m. (separate fee).

With 19 immersive scenes featuring larger-than-life lanterns crafted from metal, fabric, and LED lights, the Tianyu Lights Festival offers a holiday experience like no other. The festival runs through January 18 at Texas Trust CU Theatre.

Food Drive Dates: December 16–18, 2025

Location: Tianyu Lights Festival, Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1150 Pollock Pl, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Benefiting:  Grand Prairie United Charities

For tickets, sponsorships, or food vendor inquiries, visit tianyuculture.us/dallas.