NOVEMBER
15 THROUGH JAN. 05: SEE WINTER LIGHTSMagical Winter Lights Houston allows visitors to view lanterns and watch acrobatics. 5-10 p.m. (Sun.-Thu.), 5-11 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.). $22 (adults), $13 (children and seniors), free (children 3 and younger), $5 (parking). 1000 FM 2004, La Marque. 888-560-5853. www.magicalwinterlights.com
16 THROUGH JAN. 5: SEE A COSMIC LIGHT SHOW
Space Center Houston is hosting Galaxy Lights, an interactive and technologically advanced holiday light display. Attendees can watch suspended lights move in choreographed patterns, learn about the technology behind lights at interactive stations, view the film “Holidays in Space” featuring footage of astronauts celebrating the holidays and more. All ages welcome. 6-10 p.m. $19.95 (nonmembers), $15.95 (members). Space Center Houston, 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org
DECEMBER
06 THROUGH 08: HOLIDAY IN THE PARKLeague City will host the 2019 Holiday in the Park event. Attendees will be able to watch parades, shop for holiday items and see live entertainment. 5-9 p.m. (Fri.), 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.). Free. League Park, 512 Second St., League City. 281-554-1000. www.leaguecityproud.com
06 THROUGH 8, 13-15: WATCH ‘THE NUTCRACKER’
The Bayou Theater of University of Houston-Clear Lake will host the holiday play “The Nutcracker.” The family favorite classical performance is filled with toy soldiers and twirling snowflakes all set in the magical Land of Sweets. All ages welcome. 7:30 p.m. (Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14), 2 p.m. (Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15). $24-$38. Bayou Theater, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston. 281-283-3024. www.uhcl.edu/bayou-theater
06 THROUGH 7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28: DINE WITH AN ASTRONAUT
Space Center Houston visitors have a chance to eat lunch with the men and women who make space exploration happen. Astronauts will tell first-hand stories of time aboard the International Space Station. Tickets, which include access to Space Center Houston, must be bought in advance. All ages welcome. Noon on Fridays and Saturdays. $69.96 (adults), $35.95 (children ages 4-11). Space Center Houston, 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org
07: CHECK OUT LIVE SOUL MUSIC
Chelsea Wine Bar will host a performance by soul artist Anitra Jay, an acoustic singer-songwriter based in Houston. Jay has roots in jazz and gospel music and is putting together her fourth album, “Work in Progress.” Age 21 and older. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Free. 4106 E. NASA Parkway, Ste. F, El Lago. 281-326-5282. www.chelseawinebartexas.com
07: HAVE A POLAR EXPRESS PAJAMA PARTY
The Kemah Community Center will host a pajama party for families that will include pancakes, photos with Santa, door prizes and more. Guests can come dressed in their pajamas. All ages welcome. 9-11 a.m. Free. Kemah Community Center, 800 Harris Ave., Kemah. 281-334-1611. www.facebook.com/events/256589430685130807
THROUGH 08: ATTEND THE KEMAH CATAMARAN SHOW
The inaugural Kemah Catamaran Boat Show will be the only one of its kind on the Texas Gulf Coast dedicated to bringing together buyers, sellers and enthusiasts of catamarans, a type of boat with two parallel hulls. The show will feature catamarans made by Leopard, La Fountaine Pajot and Lagoon. The event will include catamaran charters, lessons and vendor services, and owners will be able to discuss cruising and maintenance. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (both days). Free. Kemah Boardwalk Marina, 555 Bradford Ave., Kemah. 409-682-7745. www.visitbayareahouston.com/events/2020/kemah-catamaran-show
07: THROUGH 8, 14-15, 21-24: SANTA AT THE AQUARIUM
Residents can dine at the Aquarium Restaurant along the Kemah Boardwalk and be joined by Santa Claus and the restaurant’s own mascot, Sharkey. Reservations required. All ages welcome. 8:30-11 a.m. $18.99 (adults), $12.99 (children ages 2-10). Aquarium Restaurant, 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah. 281-334-9010. www.aquariumrestaurants.com/aquariumkemah/promos/breakfast-with-santa
07: THROUGH 8, 13-14, 20-22: JINGLE ON THE BOARDWALK
The Kemah Boardwalk will host Jingle on the Boardwalk, which includes plenty of family seasonal events and holiday-themed festivities, such as Christmas music, a snow patch, balloon artists, stilt walkers, Santa’s workshop and photos with St. Nick. All ages welcome. 2-7 p.m. (Dec. 7, 14 and 21), 5-7 p.m. (Dec. 13 and 20), 2-6 p.m. (Dec. 8, 15 and 22). 877-285-3624. www.kemahboardwalk.com
13: JOIN THE 20TH KREWE DU LAC PUB CRAWL
The Krewe du Lac pub crawl hits Bay Area businesses throughout the night. The event raises money for the Kemah Police Department to spread to the community throughout the holidays. The event will include music from Pee Wee Bowen Band. Age 21 and older. 5:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Participants should donate a gift card or cash for admission. T-Bone Tom’s, 707 Hwy. 146, Kemah. www.facebook.com/events/2529544117321598
14: WATCH A BOAT PARADE
More than 100,000 residents regularly show up to watch the Christmas boat lane parade on Clear Lake. More than 60 boats decorated in holiday lights will float down the Clear Lake channel from South Shore Harbour Marina and the Nassau Bay Lagoon to Galveston Bay. 6 p.m. Free. Viewing locations vary along Clear Lake. 281-488-7676. www.clearlakearea.com
18: HEAR THE DEPUE BROTHERS BAND
The DePue Brothers Band combines bluegrass, classical and rock genres into a unique combination. The band will perform classical and new holiday tunes at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. All ages welcome. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10-$32. Bayou Theater, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston. 281-283-3024. www.uhcl.edu/bayou-theater
20: ENOY A SOCIAL GATHERING FOR SENIORS
Clear Lake City Community Association will be hosting its Senior Holiday Social. Older residents can join the association for dinner, dancing, games and more while meeting and interacting with neighbors. Age 55 and older. 5:30-8:30 pm. $10. Clear Lake City Community Association, 16511 Diana Lane, Houston. 281-488-0360. www.clcca.org
27: HEAR LIVE IRISH ROCK
Houston-based band Blaggards will perform live music at T-Bone Tom’s. The group started in July 2004 by mixing Irish music with rock ‘n’ roll using influence from Johnny Cash, Elvis and Thin Lizzy. All ages welcome. 7-11 p.m. Free. T-Bone Tom’s, 707 Hwy. 146, Kemah. 281-334-2133. www.tbonetoms.com
30 THROUGH 31, JAN. 2-3: LEARN TO FLY DRONES
Children who received a drone for Christmas can learn to fly it at a drone camp. Campers will be able to practice flight patterns, navigate an obstacle course and receive maintenance advice from skilled drone pilots. The camp will provide practice drones for those who do not bring their own. Ages 12-15. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $80. Lone Star Flight Museum, 11551 Aerospace Ave., Houston. 346-708-2517. www.lonestarflight.org
