Huntsville, TX
The Christmas Village offers a unique, festive, and fun-filled experience that the whole family can enjoy. With millions of lights and a variety of Christmas-themed attractions and activities including pictures with Santa, train rides, magical lights, live music, outdoor movies, kid's area, and campfires.
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Departs Galveston, TX
Wear your PJ's, and journey from the Galveston Depot to the North Pole, reliving the magic of The Polar Express tale! Hot chocolate and cookies included, and passengers are greeted with a gift at the North Pole by Santa and his elves!
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18898 Highway 6, College Station
Come visit the largest outdoor Christmas attraction in the South! Located in College Station, TX, spend an unforgettable evening outdoors celebrating the holidays Texas-style with REAL snow, ice skating, snow tubing, visiting Santa's Farm, Frozen Forest, and more! Enjoy holiday foods, unique shops, live entertainment, and magic sights around every corner.
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Departs Galveston, TX
Wear your PJ's, and journey from the Galveston Depot to the North Pole, reliving the magic of The Polar Express tale! Hot chocolate and cookies included, and passengers are greeted with a gift at the North Pole by Santa and his elves!
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Departs Palestine, TX
Wear your PJ's, and journey from the Palestine Depot to the North Pole, reliving the magic of The Polar Express tale! Hot chocolate and cookies included, and passengers are greeted with a gift at the North Pole by Santa and his elves!
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Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Dr, The Woodlands, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kick off the holiday season with our 70-foot Christmas tree, synchronized to twinkling lights and holiday music on Thursday, November 20 from 6-8 p.m. Hundreds once again will gather to witness the first “performance” of Market Street’s Christmas tree and the more than 25,000 multi-colored lights in Central Park. This event is free and open to the public! As part of the evening’s festivities, one deserving family or individual, nominated as the 2025 Official Lighting Luminary, will light the tree in front of the cheering crowd.
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The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
Enjoy ice skating this season in the 21,000-square-foot permanent multipurpose facility at Town Center. The facility features ice skating in a main room with lighting, a state-of-the-art sound system, tables for parties and concessions. Open daily. Also offering private lessons and rentals. Special events include Cookies & Cocoa with Santa, Sensory-Friendly Skate, Santa Visits to the Ice Rink, Friday Theme Nights, and Trivia Nights. Visit website.
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel, 1601 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands
A shopping extravaganza event that features a variety of items. From flower arrangements to personalized gifts to holiday ornaments, you can begin your holiday shopping early and even have time left over to buy yourself something special.
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The Learning Zoo, 15428 Delores Dr, Conroe, 10am - 12pm
Bring your little ones to The Learning Zoo to meet reptiles, birds, farmyard animals, and of course, SANTA. Santa Claus will be at the zoo ready to meet your children and get his picture with them. There will also be a tortoise feeding, the bird aviary will be open, and animal encounters happening throughout the day! Tickets are only available for this event online, and must be purchased in advance.
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The Woodlands Church, 1 Fellowship Drive, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Join in for a heartwarming and illuminating Christmas celebration, gathering to honor the birth of Christ. Festival of Lights invites you to experience the joy and wonder of the season through radiant displays of lights that symbolize the light of Christ shining in our lives. Exciting new WINTER WONDERLAND snow area and lots of fun for everyone.
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Old Town Tomball, Main Street. 10:00am - 12:00pm
60th Annual Tomball Holiday Parade presented by Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Be a part of this Tomball tradition! Join in for Two Miles of Smiles down Main Street! Free to Attend - Fun For All!
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Old Town Spring, 403 Main Street, Spring, 5:00pm
Lots of Fun to be had before and after the Tree Lighting. Games, Giveaways, Shopping & More!
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Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Dr, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
The Festival includes traditional and international performances, snow play areas, vendor booths, children’s activities, and strolling entertainment, Lighting of the Doves culminates with a special appearance by Santa Claus arriving by sleigh down The Woodlands Waterway and a dazzling fireworks display.
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The Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston
Explore the fantastical and let your imagination run wild as you adventure through the Houston Zoo as you’ve never seen it before. From fanciful bursts of color in the Enchanted Forest to the dazzling sights at Iridescent Immersion, there’s no end to the delights waiting for you! Colorful dancing fountains, Neon playground, snow in Winter Wonderland, Santa's Workshop, Coca Cola Polar Bear, and more.
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Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands
Experience the magic of the season along The Woodlands Waterway, beautifully transformed into a glowing winter wonderland. Stretching more than a mile and a half—from Waterway Square to Grogan’s Mill Road—this free, interactive light display features over one million sparkling lights, creating the perfect backdrop for photos, family strolls and unforgettable holiday memories. Slip on your walking shoes and enjoy a dazzling journey where every bridge, path, and reflection shimmers with holiday magic.
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City Place Plaza, 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring
Experience City Place’s Annual Gingerbread Village where a trail of giant candy canes, lollipops, gumdrops, gingerbread men, and cookie trees, lead to a 16-foot high house and 12-foot tall windmill. Gingerbread Village is free to visit, there are no reservations or invitations. All ages are welcome, including dogs! The Gingerbread Village will be open daily from November 22nd until January 11th, 2026 from 6:00am till 11:00pm with lights at night!
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Moody Gardens, Galveston
Abundant holiday attractions, One venue! Ice Land, Festival of Lights, holiday 3D Films, Rudolph 4D, ice skating, Arctic Slide, Star: the Dancing Tree of Light, train rides, fireside smore's, live entertainment, Breakfast with Santa, live shows, great food, NYE festivities!
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Champion Forest Baptist Church - Champions Campus, 15555 Stuebner Airline Rd, Houston, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
From kids laughing on the inflatables to neighbors gathered around hot chocolate, this night is all about joy, community, and celebrating the hope we have in Jesus. Massive Christmas tree lighting, pictures with Santa, hot chocolate and treats, food trucks, kids zone, live music and raffle giveaways. Free event. Bring money for food trucks.
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Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands
Celebrate the holiday season with a one-of-a-kind pedal boat ride through The Woodlands Waterway, beautifully transformed with dazzling seasonal lights and festive displays. Glide along in iconic swan boats during this magical evening experience, enhanced by twinkling backdrops and warm holiday cheer.
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Paradigm Brewing, 2130 S Persimmon St, Tomball, 11am - 4pm
Sip on seasonal brews, enjoy delicious bites, and soak in the holiday vibes as you celebrate the season with Paradigm Brewing! A special visit from Santa, market vendors with unique gifts, all the Christmas jams with DJ Bobby. Bring the family, your holiday shopping list, and all the Christmas spirit.
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Chateau Nouvelle, 14525 Champions Dr, Houston
Celebrate the Magic of the Season Join us for the inaugural Festival of Trees at Chateau Nouvelle! This annual event is designed to bring together the community in the spirit of holiday cheer, all while supporting a cause that makes a lasting impact. From breathtaking tree displays to live entertainment, festive activities, and opportunities to contribute to a meaningful cause, this celebration is perfect for all ages. Whether you’re attending the gala or bringing the family to enjoy the exhibition, there’s something for everyone to experience and enjoy.
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Wild Stallions Vineyard, 5969 W Rayford Rd, Spring, 12pm - 6pm
Enjoy hayrides, live music, Christmas crafts, vendor shopping, Benny the donkey, and a visit from Santa Claus! Free admission and perfect for families. Come make magical memories at Wild Stallion Vineyards!
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City Place Plaza, 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring. 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Stroll through a Holiday Market, Play in a Real Snow area, meet Mr. Claus himself and watch the Tree light up as dusk! Free event.
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Chateau Nouvelle, 14525 Champions Dr, Houston. 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Step into a night of holiday elegance at the 3rd Annual Grand Christmas Ball. Savor a full buffet dinner, sip signature cocktails or mocktails, and capture the magic with festive photo ops. Then, hand in hand, dance the night away to the music of a live band.
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Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 TX-30, Huntsville, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Travel back in time to Bethlehem to the night Jesus Christ is born. Join the Wise Men and Shepherds seeking the Christ Child. Experience the customs, food, crafts, clothing and trades. Weave a basket, make pottery, join the Jewish wedding party, pet an animal and more for your $2 “tax to Caesar” per person. Make a memory! Start a family tradition! $2.00 All inclusive admission.
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Downtown Galveston
Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 48th annual Dickens on The Strand. The annual holiday street festival, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades, non-stop entertainment on four stages, new additions like Tiny Tim’s Play Land, Shopkeeper Skills Village, and roaming characters throughout the festival. Costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink, Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations, and gift items.
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Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker Dr, Tomball, TX 77375
Bring your family and friends and enjoy walking through the trail together, seeing Santa, while making family memories that will last a life time! FREE family event. Open to the public. Come experience this Christmas
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Tomball Depot Plaza, 102 Market Street, Tomball, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Join Santa and his merry crew for a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer. Free hot chocolate and holiday treats (while supplies last), cheerful holiday tunes and local performances, tree lighting by Mayor Lori Klein Quinn. And don’t miss the excitement of our first "snow" of the season! Bundle up, enjoy the twinkling lights, and snap memorable photos.
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The Woodlands Methodist Church, 2200 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands. 3:00pm
Enjoy inflatables, train rides, music, crafts, food and more! Invite your family, friends and neighbors to this free event and kick off the Christmas season together.
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December 6, 8am - 12pm, Conroe Activity Center, 1204 Candy Cane Ln, Conroe
Bring your camera to preserve memories with family and friends!$5 per person. Residents receive a 25% discount. Registration begins Nov. 3 for Residents and Nov. 17 for Non-Residents.
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West Conroe Baptist Church, 1855 Longmire Road, Conroe. 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Family Christmas Celebration with real snow, sledding hill, train, petting zoo, inflatable obstacle course and axe throwing, baseball throw and so much more including food! Free food includes hot dogs, popcorn, snow cones, cookies, and hot chocolate.
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Terramont Park, 8500 Terramont Drive, The Woodlands
Someone jolly sprinkled the grounds at the park with sweet treats to hunt in the dark! Bring your flashlight or headlamp and a bag to collect them. Prizes will be awarded to the candy cane hunters who find the “golden” candy canes. Parents must accompany children (no charge for adults). Registration required.
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Downtown Tomball, 201 S. Elm St, Tomball
Great line-up of vendors, contests & entertainment. Fun for the entire family! Admission and Parking/Shuttle are FREE! There is plenty of street parking around the festival, however a free shuttle from the East parking lot of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball will run during festival hours on Saturday and Sunday.
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Tomball Museum Center, 510 N. Pine Street, Tomball, TX 77375
Christmas decorations, silent auctions, choirs/carols/performers/other musical groups, cookies, and MORE!
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City Place Plaza, 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring
Enjoy a festive market filled with seasonal magic, unique gifts, and plenty of family-friendly fun! Explore a variety of artisan vendors, enjoy delicious seasonal treats, and take in live music as you shop. Admission is free. 11:30am - 5:30pm.
Entertainment schedule:
11:30am – 1:30pm: Mr. Leo’s Holiday Puppet Show
1:30pm – 3:30pm: Tropical Holiday Steel Drums
3:30pm – 5:30pm: Strolling Christmas Carolers
Guitars & Classic Cars Ranch, 1097 McCaleb Rd, Montgomery
Experience the joy of Christmas in the heart of Montgomery. Join in for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer, live music, and festive fun for the whole family.
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Downtown Conroe
"Cowboy Christmas" theme. Each year, the Conroe Noon Kiwanis Club has a Christmas Parade for the Conroe community that goes through Downtown Conroe and surrounding areas. Entry classifications are schools, non-profits, commercial, and political. Average number of entries is 75-100. Estimated Parade Viewers 1,500 – 3,000.
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Rob Fleming Rec Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands. 10:00am - 2:00pm
Enjoy a festive day with craft fair vendors, delicious food trucks, and fun reindeer game activities for the whole family. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of the season, perfect for creating cherished holiday memories.
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The Woodlands Children's Museum, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Gather the family for performances by the Lone Star Strummers, framed professional photos with Santa, puppet show, gingerbread house building, snow play, face painting, art projects, special reading with Mrs. Claus, and visiting with Olaf. Children 0-13 $30, Adults $10.
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Heritage Place - Downtown Conroe. 11:00am - 4:00pm
The whole family is invited to join us for this annual holiday tradition, where you can experience the magic of the season. Enjoy photos with Santa, inflatables, snow slides, fun booths, food trucks, and shopping at our vendor market. Plus, you’ll have a perfect view of the Conroe Noon Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade, which kicks off at 11 AM.
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Historic Downtown Montgomery, 14420 Liberty St, Montgomery, 10:00am-4:00pm
A festive parade featuring floats, marching bands, local organizations, and Santa Claus. Followed by winter-themed event with artificial snow, snow slides, food trucks, games and holiday entertainment.
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Riva Row Boat House, The Woodlands
Get ready for a festive outing on the water! During this kayaking experience, you’ll paddle from Riva Row Boat House in search of gift-wrapped surprises placed along the shores of The Woodlands Waterway. After your holiday hunt, return to the boat house to meet a surprise holiday guest!
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Downtown Aquarium, 410 Bagby St, Houston
Santa is stopping by the Aquarium this holiday season! Dine with him and the Aquarium mascot, Sharkey, and enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, exhibit discounts and more! Reservations required. Seating begins at 8:30 AM and ends at 10:30 AM.
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The Woodlands Children's Museum,4775 W Panther Creek Dr #280, The Woodlands, 10:00am - 2:00pm.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and unleash your inner architect as you build your very own gingerbread house with the one and only Mrs. Claus. $6 per child participating in the Gingerbread House Workshop plus admission, which is $9 for adults and children 1 year and older.
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