Nov. 12-Jan. 1: Travel through the galaxy lights
Visitors can enjoy a festive themed array of dazzling lights. 6-10 p.m. $15.95 (members), $19.95 (public). Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-283-4755. www.spacecenter.org/galaxy-lights
Kid friendly
Nov. 19-Jan. 7: Visit holiday in the gardens
This year’s Ice Land event will be Caribbean themed with a return of the Festival of Lights trail. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, 4-10 p.m. (Festival of Lights). $70-$100. Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. 409-744-4673. www.moodygardens.com/holiday_season/things_to_do
Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
Dec. 2-4: Celebrate the holiday in the park
The 25th annual Holiday in the Park event hosted by League City Proud takes place in the first weekend of December and will host a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options at League Park. 5-9 p.m. (Dec. 2), 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Dec. 3), noon-5 p.m. (Dec. 4). Free. League Park, 512 Second St., League City. www.leaguecityproud.com
Free, Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
Dec. 3: Participate in the Kemah Nutcracker Market
Visitors can enjoy a wide range of holiday gift shopping options. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free entry. Kemah Community Center, 800 Harris Ave. and Hwy. 146, Kemah. www.southernstyleevent.com
Free, Kid friendly
Dec. 3: See Santa in the park
Visitors can enjoy live music, amusement rides, face painting and the annual lighted Christmas trail. 3-8 p.m. Free. Stevenson Park, 1100 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood. 281-996-3220. www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/386/santa-in-the-park-december
Free, Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
Dec. 10: Eat breakfast with Santa
Guests will be provided breakfast, crafting opportunities and photos with Santa. 8:30-10:30 a.m. $20-$30. Hometown Heroes Park, 1001 E. League City Parkway, League City. 281-554-1180. www.leaguecitytx.gov/civicalerts.aspx?aid=3794
Free, Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
Dec. 10: Watch the Christmas boat lane parade
Viewers can enjoy the sights of dozens of brightly decorated boats that will travel from the South Shore Harbour Marina to Galveston Bay. 6 p.m. Free. Nassau Bay. 281-488-7676. www.clearlakearea.com/events/annual-events/christmas-boat-parade
Free, Kid friendly
Dec. 10-11: Experience Christmas in old League City
Residents will have an opportunity to explore League City’s historic district’s entertainment, eatery and art vendors. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. League City Historic District, East Main Street, League City. 281-554-2994. www.leaguecityhistory.org/old-lc-christmas
Free, Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
Dec. 11: Enjoy Nassau Bay holiday in the park
The annual event includes a carousel, an ornament crafting session and a “Letters to Santa” station. 2-4 p.m. Free. Howard Ward Park, 18300 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay. www.nassaubay.com/580/holiday-in-the-park
Free, Kid friendly, Food and drink for sale
