Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Houston Families

Christmas or Xmas, Hanukkah or Chanukah, there are plenty of ways for families to enjoy the season around Houston. Looking for a tree? A Nutcracker performance? The best neighborhoods holiday lights?

You'll find all that and more is in our Houston Holiday Guide!

Holiday Activities and Events
Christmas trains near Houston 2024. Photo courtesy of The Polar Express Train Ride at the Texas State Railroad
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near Houston
Holidays at Moody Gardens. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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Photo courtesy of Santa's Wonderland at College Station, Facebook
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Santa's Wonderland is a whole holiday lights extravaganza. Photo courtesy of Santa's Wonderland, A Texas Christmas Experience at College Station
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Beautiful neighborhood Christmas lights are all around Houston. Photo courtesy of the Franck's Christmas Light Show
Best Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Lights in Houston
There are so many ways to see The Nutcracker in Houston this season. Photo courtesy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The Nutcracker Ballet and Other Holiday Shows for Kids in Houston

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Toys for Tots brings Christmas joy to children in need. Photo courtesy of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
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