City of Sugar Land Tree Lighting
The city of Sugar Land will host this annual tree lighting at Sugar Land Town Square. The event features live performances, photos with Santa, family activities, sweet treats and a countdown to the tree lighting.
- Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land
- www.sugarlandtownsquare.com
This three-day, family-friendly event will take place at League Park and is hosted by The League City Proud Organization. It features holiday shopping, food vendors, entertainment and three parades, including the Grand Night Parade—one of the largest holiday parades in Galveston County.
- Dec. 6, 5-9 p.m.; Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Dec. 8, noon-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 512 Second St., League City
- www.leaguecitytx.gov
The Katy Heritage Society will host this event at Katy Heritage Park. It features Christmas music, a cup of hot cocoa, the opportunity to write a letter to Santa, make a seasonal craft, and tour the homes and decorated trees at the historic park.
- Dec. 7, 6-9 p.m.
- $12
- 5990 George Bush Drive, Katy
- www.katyheritagesociety.com
The Friends of West Pearland Library will host this book sale and holiday open house to benefit the library. The event features cookie decorating, a photo booth, crafts, a classical music presentation and bargain books for sale from $1-$2.
- Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 11801 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland
- www.friendsofwestpearlandlibrary.org
Houston Premium Outlets shopping center in Cypress will host a series of events and entertainment options throughout the month. This weekend, families can visit the center’s food court for a holiday celebration where they can craft with elves and experience face painting, balloon art, festive holiday music, a photo booth and story time with Santa.
- Dec. 7, noon-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 29300 Hempstead Road, Cypress
- www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/houston
This second annual community event will take place in the Houston Heights on 11th Street from Shepherd Drive to Michaux Street. It features a 5K run, live music, four shopping markets showcasing local artists and vendors, live painting and several interactive workshops.
- Dec. 7, noon-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 501 W. 11th St., Houston
- www.ilove11th.org
The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts will host this Indigenous market featuring a variety of art vendors, cultural dance exhibitions, crafts and educational experiences. Attendees must register in advance.
- Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (with registration)
- 6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring
- www.pearlmfa.org
Barriers Worldwide, a streetwear clothing brand, will unveil its exclusive Pimp C commemorative capsule collection during an immersive pop-up shop at luxury clothing store and restaurant A Ma Maniere in Houston. The event will feature T-shirts and hoodies for sale on Dec. 7-8 from the capsule collection, as well as memorabilia and personal items of Pimp C’s to pay tribute to the Houston hip hop artist.
- Dec. 7, 2-7 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- A Ma Maniere, 3300 Kirby Drive, Ste. 6A, Houston
- Instagram: @barriersworldwide
This shopping experience will feature more than 140 artisan’s with hand-crafted gifts, fine art, ceramics, leather goods and blown glass. The event will also include complimentary cocktails, Santa photos, an art gallery, an espresso bar and music creators.
- Dec. 7-8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- POST Houston, 401 Franklin St., Houston
- www.vibeartisanmarkets.com
Harris County Public Health will roll into the Bayland Community Center this weekend, offering affordable health services and free entertainment for families in the area. Attendees will have access to services such as breast and cervical cancer screenings, free vaccines, dental screenings and testing for sexually transmitted infections. The event also features free pet services, health education sessions, music, face painting and raffles.
- Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 6400 Bissonnet St., Houston
- www.hcphtx.org
