Not ready to give up the holiday spirit just yet? Here are eight events to attend the weekend after Christmas in the Houston area. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

Galaxy Lights

The space-themed holiday light show at Space Center Houston features live demonstrations, Apollo-themed lanterns, astronaut selfies and s’mores.

'A Christmas Carol'

Encounter the true meaning of Christmas with Ebenezer Scrooge as he visits the past, present and future at Alley Theatre this holiday season.

  • Through Dec. 28, times vary
  • $36-$138 (per ticket)
  • Hubbard Theatre, 615 Texas Ave., Houston
  • www.alleytheatre.org

Live music at Vintage Park

Enjoy live music at the Vintage Park Fountains featuring several artists, including Amado Garcia, Christy Moser, Xian Eric, Billy Pope, Heirloom, the Karizma Band and Peters Brothers.

The Light Park



Drive through millions of lights at the Sam Houston Race Park.

  • Through Jan. 4
  • $60 (per vehicle), $80 (vehicle admission with Dasher pass)
  • Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy., W Gate 1, Houston
  • www.shrp.com

Christmas Village at Bayou Bend

Slide down faux snow, toss snowballs and search for Santa’s reindeer in the gardens of Bayou Bend while touring Ima Hogg’s historic house.

Cocoa, Cookies & Cuddles

Take a drive out to Rose Therapeutic Farm and enjoy the holiday event featuring fluffy cows, baby goats and lots of snuggles and selfies. Reservations are required.

Magical Christmas Ballet

Experience the Magical Christmas Ballet performance at Smart Financial Centre this holiday season. The international cast blends world-class ballet with puppets and acrobatics.

Weather Wonders with Meteorologist Maggie Shows



The Woodlands Children’s Museum is holding a meteorologist show to share the exploration of the water cycle, cloud formation and weather patterns with a performance utilizing puppetry.