There several events taking place during Christmas week in the Greater Houston area. All events are subject to change. This list is not comprehensive.

Cookies for Santa

Anyone ages 3 and older can participate in decorating cookies for Santa at the Rob Fleming Center.Reviseur Cognac tasting

Total Wine & More’s Pearland location on Broadway Street hosts cognac company Reviseur for this tasting event.
  • Dec. 23, 4-7 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • 10322 Broadway St., Pearland
  • Facebook: Reviseur Cognac
The Woodlands Town Center's 21,000-square-foot Ice Skate Rink features festive lighting, a state-of-the-art sound system, tables for parties and concessions. (Courtesy The Woodlands Town Center)
The Woodlands Town Center’s 21,000-square-foot Ice Skate Rink features festive lighting, a state-of-the-art sound system, tables for parties and concessions. (Courtesy The Woodlands Town Center)
Friday Theme Nights at The Ice Rink

The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center weekly theme nights take place during the last two sessions each Friday night during the season. Dressing up for the theme is encouraged. The theme this Friday is neon night.Couples Therapy Comedy Show


Improv Houston is presenting Jesse Peyton Comedy for his first show at Improv. This show is marketed for married couples, newlyweds or even first dates and singles.ASL Coffee and Kids

Join an American Sign Language class with coffee and hot cocoa at the Barbara Bush Branch Library.
  • Dec. 28, 10 a.m.-noon
  • Free (admission)
  • 6817 Cypresswood Drive, Spring
  • www.hcpl.net
Family storytime

The Kingwood Branch Library invites the community to a family storytime. Free tickets will be available at the Children's Reference Desk the morning of the program.Beads & Brunch

One Glance Jewelry Supply and Design will host this free event, which features crafting, socializing and a potluck brunch.New Year’s Comedy Jam


Comedians including DL Hughley, Cedric The Entertainer and Earthquake will perform at the Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land.
The Houston Ballet will perform “The Nutcracker” at the Wortham Center in downtown Houston throughout the holiday season. (Courtesy The Houston Ballet)
The Houston Ballet will perform “The Nutcracker” at the Wortham Center in downtown Houston throughout the holiday season. (Courtesy The Houston Ballet)
The Nutcracker

The Houston Ballet will perform “The Nutcracker” at the Wortham Center in downtown Houston this holiday season.'A Christmas Carol'

Guests can visit the Alley Theatre to see a retelling of the classic Christmas novella by Charles Dickens, performed on-stage with actors in costumes inside elaborate set designs.'Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet'

Attendees will see a classical European ballet performance of “The Nutcracker” at the Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land.Menorah Lighting and Grand Chanukah Celebration


Join together with the Jewish community of Cypress & Northwest Houston for a public menorah lighting and grand Chanukah celebration featuring traditional foods and entertainment at Houston Premium Outlets