From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

If you want to have fun and learn how to better speak the Czech language then you should come to the Czech Center Museum Houston, located at 4920 San Jacinto St. in Houston, on Monday nights. Classes welcome beginners and advanced Czech speakers. Classes are on-going and can be joined at anytime. The only prerequisite for the classes is an interest in the Czech language and culture. Classes are free for members and the materials are provided by the organization. If you have questions about the Czech language classes send an email to development@czechcenter.org Free Czech language classes are available for members. An annual membership

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Movies start at 6:45 pm! Movie Showings (*Subject to Change) Wednesday, Dec. 1 - The Christmas ChroniclesWednesday, Dec. 15 – The Christmas CardWednesday, Dec. 29 – National Lampoon's Christmas VacationWednesday, Jan. 5 – Frozen Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Find that perfect gift for friends and loved ones at CityPlace’s Holiday Pop Up Market presented by DASH. Browse offerings on and around CityPlace Plaza from more than 20 premier vendors showcasing upscale home accessories, art, jewelry, clothing, handcrafted ornaments, and more. Location & Information TICKETS DASH Market tickets are $10 (entry: Friday - Sunday) First DASH Preview Party tickets are $35 (entry: Thursday - Sunday) LOCATION MORE INFORMATION

Skate with Santa downtown at Houston's outdoor ice skating rink. TIPS: Pricing (Tax included) $15 Regular Admission (skates included) Non-motorized wheelchair users can enjoy the rink in their own wheelchair. Users must be accompanied by a responsible adult while on the ice rink. Admission for the wheelchair user is free. Reserved times for disabled skaters available. The ICE Powered by Green Mountain Energy may close at times due to inclement weather or conditions. Updates can be found on our website or you call 713-434-RINK (7465) for more information. Location & Information

Enjoy family-friendly movies with a view of the downtown Houston skyline. Arrive early for contests and activities. PLEASE NOTE: Blankets, pets (on leashes), and picnics are welcome and encouraged. Lawn chairs are allowed on the north side of the hill. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase at The Lake House; glass containers or outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the park. Movie Schedule Thursday, December 2, 7 pmA Christmas Carol (G) 1938, 68 minutesFaithful version of the Charles Dickens classic about miserly Ebenezer Scrooge who, after being visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, learns the meaning of the true spirit of

Space Center Houston Homeschool Day  Make the museum your classroom at Space Center Houston Homeschool Day. Kids discover space science through innovative, exclusive activities and special guest speakers. This incredible event provides the opportunity for home-schooled families to learn about space exploration and engage in an unforgettable day of education and inspiring activities. Meet a NASA astronaut and hear from experts on a variety of topics. Get hands-on with interactive Pop-Up Science Labs and see live demonstrations, participate in robotics challenges, conduct experiments and so much more! Explore interactive seasonal exhibits with fun and engaging educational opportunities. If hanging out for the day isn't enough

Find that perfect gift for friends and loved ones at CityPlace’s Holiday Pop Up Market presented by DASH. Browse offerings on and around CityPlace Plaza from more than 20 premier vendors showcasing upscale home accessories, art, jewelry, clothing, handcrafted ornaments, and more. Location & Information TICKETS DASH Market tickets are $10 (entry: Friday - Sunday) First DASH Preview Party tickets are $35 (entry: Thursday - Sunday) LOCATION MORE INFORMATION

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Holiday In The Park Holiday in the park is a family friendly holiday event put on by the League City Proud Organization for the citizens of League City, their families and friends. Holiday in the Park takes place on the 1st Weekend in December. The even has 3 parades, one of them is the largest Holiday Parade in Galveston County, holiday shopping, food vendors, entertainment, and more. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture some memories! Schedule Opening Night Activities Story Time With Mrs. ClausFriday, December 3rd 6:30 PM Family Movie Night Come out and enjoy a holiday movie under the beautiful Texas Sky.Complimentary Popcorn and Hot Cocoa

Pearland's Hometown Christmas Festival Feel the Christmas spirit come alive at the Hometown Christmas Festival. The traditional lighting of the City’s Christmas tree and a special visit from Santa Claus begins at 7 p.m. The tree will be lit with the help of Mayor Tom Reid and Santa. Then, enjoy holiday performances and snow in the H-E-B Winter Wonderland.  ParkingEvent parking is available at Pearland High School at 3775 S. Main St. Accessible parking will be available onsite to those with disabled license plates or hanging placards. For accessible parking, enter the park from John Lizer and Liberty Drive intersection. We recommend using SH 35/Main St. to access Pearland

Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption has enchanted audiences around the world since it was first published in 1843 – even before The Grand was built! Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future come together in a delightful theatrical performance featuring stunning sets, lush costumes, and plenty of music and dance. With beloved traditional carols of the season included, it’s an enchanting event for the entire family! LOCATION & INFORMATION

Enjoy a breakfast buffet with gingerbread waffles, Christmas cookie & hot cocoa stations, photo opportunities with Santa, and much more! For reservations or more information contact The Westin Memorial City at 281.501.4350 Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! LOCATION & DETAILS

Open daily; Choose and cut your tree, prices vary. Hayride and farm activities for the kids (with the purchase of a Christmas tree). Refreshments available and BBQ by Tejas Chocolate & Barbecue, yum! Santa often visits on the weekends! If you go later in the season be sure to check the status of tree availability before heading out.

Holiday In The Park Holiday in the park is a family friendly holiday event put on by the League City Proud Organization for the citizens of League City, their families and friends. Holiday in the Park takes place on the 1st Weekend in December. The even has 3 parades, one of them is the largest Holiday Parade in Galveston County, holiday shopping, food vendors, entertainment, and more. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture some memories! Schedule Opening Night Activities Story Time With Mrs. ClausFriday, December 3rd 6:30 PM Family Movie Night Come out and enjoy a holiday movie under the beautiful Texas Sky.Complimentary Popcorn and Hot Cocoa

Deck the Depot is the City of Tomball’s annual Christmas event for families at the historic Depot Museum. Fun and games, entertainment, Santa and more. Gates open at 10 a.m. . Free admission and parking. LOCATION & DETAILS

Enjoy a breakfast buffet with gingerbread waffles, Christmas cookie & hot cocoa stations, photo opportunities with Santa, and much more! For reservations or more information contact The Westin Memorial City at 281.501.4350 Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! LOCATION & DETAILS

Start your holiday season off right, in holly jolly Huntsville, Texas! Bring your family and friends as we host Huntsville for the Holidays, featuring the annual Christmas Fair. The Downtown Christmas Fair features vendors, crafts for the kids, face painting, bounce houses, and much more.    Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

The Symphony’s popular Holiday Family Concert returns! Delight in the magic of the holiday season and treat your family to a morning of musical fun they’ll remember for years to come as Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada leads treasured selections from The Nutcracker, plus other holiday favorites. Presented in a casual, family-friendly setting, this 50-minute concert will have your little ones picturing sugar plums and sparkling snowflakes, and comes complete with fun interactive activities and a visit from Santa himself! We look forward to celebrating the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky in this performance! Please note that dancers are not a part of this concert experience. Location &

Wunderlich Farm Old Fashion Christmas Festival Old Fashion Christmas Festival Step back to a simpler time, when Christmas was about community and family. Entrance fee is $2 and 1 can food item. All activities are free. We do have donation jars set up if you are able to donate a $1 or $2. We are a non-profit organization and this is a large fundraiser for us. Santa photos are take your own for $5. Never a line and much better than going to the mall. You can also make your own old fashion candle for $5 DETAILS & LOCATION

Find that perfect gift for friends and loved ones at CityPlace’s Holiday Pop Up Market presented by DASH. Browse offerings on and around CityPlace Plaza from more than 20 premier vendors showcasing upscale home accessories, art, jewelry, clothing, handcrafted ornaments, and more. Location & Information TICKETS DASH Market tickets are $10 (entry: Friday - Sunday) First DASH Preview Party tickets are $35 (entry: Thursday - Sunday) LOCATION MORE INFORMATION

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

The holiday season is back in Old Town Spring! Enjoy the beautiful town and its shops during this special time of the year. The nostalgic Christmas decorations will get you in the holiday mood and you will surely find that special gift for your loved ones. Every weekend, are activities for the whole family and Santa! . Location & Information

Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats! The Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 46th annual Dickens on The Strand. Held the first weekend in December, the annual festival is a holiday tradition. Expect great family programming, live entertainment, special events and more. Dickens on The Strand, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades and non-stop entertainment on four stages. This year will see new additions like Tiny Tim’s Play Land, Shopkeeper Skills Village, and roaming characters throughout the festival. Enjoy a full-themed experience as costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink. Shop for Victorian-inspired

Breakfast with Santa will not be available for 2021However, he is still visiting! For $10 per family Santa will be available for photos and visits, with your personal camera - so shoot away! Bring your holiday wish list and camera. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

The Symphony’s popular Holiday Family Concert returns! Delight in the magic of the holiday season and treat your family to a morning of musical fun they’ll remember for years to come as Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada leads treasured selections from The Nutcracker, plus other holiday favorites. Presented in a casual, family-friendly setting, this 50-minute concert will have your little ones picturing sugar plums and sparkling snowflakes, and comes complete with fun interactive activities and a visit from Santa himself! We look forward to celebrating the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky in this performance! Please note that dancers are not a part of this concert experience. Location &

BeeWeaver Christmas Open House! Every holiday season they open up our doors to all who wish to be merry! In house chefs and bakers will be whipping up some of their favorite honey-sweetened dishes to share as we welcome in the holiday season. Listen to some of your favorite Christmas Carols and enjoy a glass of WildFlyer Mead Co. mead. Lone Star Honey Co Cooking DemoBeeWeaver History Walk & TalkWildFlyer Mead Co Tour & Taste BeeGoods Mercantile will serve the main dish, sides, and desserts. WildFlyer Mead Co will serve bar snacks & mead in the Honey House Bar. All offerings will be sweetened with

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, the Czech Center Museum Houston is pleased to announce that its annual Czech Holiday Market will be held on December 5th. The Holiday Market will have beautiful items such as hand-painted Christmas eggs, Recipe and children’s books, Czech crystal, and much more from the Czech Republic for that perfect gift. This year we will also feature a Country Store! Our Country Store will be selling homemade Czech favorites such as strudels, poppy seed rolls, egg noodles, canned pickles, and so much more! As in previous years, we will celebrate the Czech Advent tradition of Svatý Mikuláš. This tradition has

Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption has enchanted audiences around the world since it was first published in 1843 – even before The Grand was built! Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future come together in a delightful theatrical performance featuring stunning sets, lush costumes, and plenty of music and dance. With beloved traditional carols of the season included, it’s an enchanting event for the entire family! LOCATION & INFORMATION

Family Night Hikes at Armand Bayou Nature Center Family Night Hikes ABNC is now offering private Night Hikes for your family or social group. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of the prairie, forest, and bayou at night! Some nocturnal creatures you may see or hear are owls, bats, fireflies, raccoons, spiders, armadillos, deer, frogs, and more! Price: $15 per person with a 4 person or $60 minimum Know before you go To allow for social distancing, the maximum capacity of the hike is 7 peopleOur guides will maintain a social distance of 6 feet between themselves and your groupTo protect our guests and volunteers,

The Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular will ring in the Holiday season with live music and the lighting of the official holiday tree. Santa Claus will be available for free photos with children in The Gingerbread Village, along with seasonal food and beverages for purchase. The show begins at 6pm and you can also watch live on ABC13.com. LOCATION & INFORMATION

Old Town Spring - Dead Of Night - Krampus Night According to legend every eve of December 5th Krampus will appear. Krampus is known as the Christmas devil. Come help us celebrate with a haunted Ghost Walk. Free Krampus themed door prizes and possibly a visit from Krampus himself !!! Hopeful you have not been naughty ??? Location & Information

Celebrate the holidays in the great outdoors! Check out all the magical events happening at Stephen F. Austin SP: 12/5: Rudolf the White-tailed Deer Join us in the Nature Center as we learn about the white-tailed deer and we make one for you to take home! Dec 10 6:00p 12/18: Cocoa with the Cardinals Enjoy some winter fun and snacks inside the Nature Center as we talk about one of our birds: the Cardinals! Dec 19 9:00a 12/19: Rudolf the White-tailed Deer Join us in the Nature Center as we learn about the white-tailed deer and we make one for you to take home! Dec

Children within every spectrum of special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session, to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa Claus during dedicated hours. Please reserve your complimentary ticket on Eventbrite - ONE TICKET per group/family, please. Visits with Santa are free. Photo packages that capture holiday memories will be available for purchase at the event, pricing varies by location. Please use the entrance near Visible Changes. Visit the center’s website for additional information. Santa Cares is held in partnership with Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for

Please join us for a private photo experience for children with special needs and their families. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have their photo taken with him. We will make the necessary adjustments to the environment to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children of all abilities for this special event. Caring Santa will be held during private mall hours. Register for December 8th Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Celebrate the holiday season with brunch, live music, & photos with Santa! The cost is $55 for children and $85 for adults and included the buffet and photos as well as a complimentary mimosa or bellini for adults, but excludes tax and gratuity.* *Reservations are required. Please call us at 713.804.1800 or visit us on OpenTable. Guests pay at the end of the meal. A 48-hour cancellation notice is required. If a reservation is canceled less than 48-hours in advance, a cancellation fee of $25 per person will apply. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! DETAILS & LOCATION

Find that perfect gift for friends and loved ones at CityPlace’s Holiday Pop Up Market presented by DASH. Browse offerings on and around CityPlace Plaza from more than 20 premier vendors showcasing upscale home accessories, art, jewelry, clothing, handcrafted ornaments, and more. Location & Information TICKETS DASH Market tickets are $10 (entry: Friday - Sunday) First DASH Preview Party tickets are $35 (entry: Thursday - Sunday) LOCATION MORE INFORMATION

Open daily; Choose and cut your tree, prices vary. Hayride and farm activities for the kids (with the purchase of a Christmas tree). Refreshments available and BBQ by Tejas Chocolate & Barbecue, yum! Santa often visits on the weekends! If you go later in the season be sure to check the status of tree availability before heading out.

From City Place: Come experience City Place’s second 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. Security will be at the Gingerbread Village during open hours. All ages are welcome, including dogs. Gingerbread Village is located at 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Breakfast with Santa will not be available for 2021However, he is still visiting! For $10 per family Santa will be available for photos and visits, with your personal camera - so shoot away! Bring your holiday wish list and camera. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information

Holiday In The Park Holiday in the park is a family friendly holiday event put on by the League City Proud Organization for the citizens of League City, their families and friends. Holiday in the Park takes place on the 1st Weekend in December. The even has 3 parades, one of them is the largest Holiday Parade in Galveston County, holiday shopping, food vendors, entertainment, and more. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture some memories! Schedule Opening Night Activities Story Time With Mrs. ClausFriday, December 3rd 6:30 PM Family Movie Night Come out and enjoy a holiday movie under the beautiful Texas Sky.Complimentary Popcorn and Hot Cocoa

Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats! The Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 46th annual Dickens on The Strand. Held the first weekend in December, the annual festival is a holiday tradition. Expect great family programming, live entertainment, special events and more. Dickens on The Strand, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades and non-stop entertainment on four stages. This year will see new additions like Tiny Tim’s Play Land, Shopkeeper Skills Village, and roaming characters throughout the festival. Enjoy a full-themed experience as costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink. Shop for Victorian-inspired

Sugar Land Town Square has a full line up of holiday numbers this season: Dec. 4 - Houston Show Choir Dec. 9 - Fort Bend Christian Academy choirs and band Dec. 11 - Holiday Dance Showcase featuring local dance companies Dec. 18 - Clements Performing Arts' Winter Wonderland Showcase Free Photos with Santa every Sunday 1pm-5pm through December 19th. Guide to Houston WinterFestivals, Lights, and More! Location & Information