Check out what's happening in the Cy-Fair area through Dec. 31. This list is not comprehensive.

Lone Star College-CyFair holiday art sale

Several student and faculty artists will be available to visit about their pieces up for sale at the Center for Academic and Student Engagement, Room 114-116.‘Sounds of Wonder’

Lone Star College-CyFair presents a holiday performance from the Chamber Singers and Concert Choir. All ages are welcome to enjoy classic Christmas carols, a sing-along and a visit from the North Pole.13th annual Candy Cane Fun Run

All proceeds from the fun run will directly go toward local Cy-Fair ISD schools, including Ault Elementary, Keith Elementary, Swenke Elementary and Salyards Middle School. Registration for the event, taking place at Salyards Middle School, ends at 8:50 a.m. on the day of the event.‘The Nutcracker’


Houston Repertoire Ballet will present its annual production of “The Nutcracker.” This is the first year the organization will stage the production at Cy-Fair ISD’s Visual and Performing Arts Center.
  • Dec. 7, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Dec. 8, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
  • $25-$35 (general admission), $20-$30 (children and seniors)
  • 11420 Matzke Road, Cypress
  • www.hrbdance.org/nutcracker
The Cy-Hoops Invitational championship game is taking place on Dec. 14 at 5:30 p.m. (Courtesy Cy-Fair Educational Foundation)
The Cy-Hoops Invitational championship game is taking place on Dec. 14 at 5:30 p.m. (Courtesy Cy-Fair Educational Foundation)
Cy-Hoops Invitational

The 15th annual Houston Methodist Cy-Hoops Invitational will showcase 12 Cy-Fair ISD and 12 out-of-district boys’ varsity basketball teams at the Berry Center.
  • Dec. 12-13, times TBD, Dec. 14, 5:30 p.m.
  • $5 (adults), $3 (students), $10 (tournament pass)
  • 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress
  • www.cfisd.net
Christmas in the Park

Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner is holding a Christmas celebration featuring letters to Santa, Santa, hot cocoa, snow play, crafts and Christmas music.
  • Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-noon
  • Free (admission)
  • Goforth Park, 9402 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress
  • www.pct3.com
Stories with Santa

Join Santa at the annual event featuring stories, hot chocolate, light refreshments and photo opportunities with Santa.A Merry Magnificat


Celebrate Christmas with holiday sing-alongs, Christmas carols and a full orchestra.Into the Woods

Playhouse 1960 is presenting “Into the Woods” based on the Tony Award-winning musical following a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child.
  • Dec. 13-14, 8 p.m., Dec. 15, 3 p.m.
  • $25 (adult), $22 (active military, veterans, student and seniors)
  • 6814 Gant Road, Houston
  • www.playhouse1960.com
Stageworks' Holiday Follies performance incorporates audience participation for a fun evening at the theatre. (Courtesy Stageworks Theatre)
Stageworks' Holiday Follies performance incorporates audience participation for a fun evening at the theatre. (Courtesy Stageworks Theatre)
Holiday Follies

Stageworks Theatre is presenting a family-friendly show with holiday performances including an array of songs and dances.Photos with Santa

Several photo sessions with Santa will be available at the Vintage Park shopping center. This event is free to the public.Buscando Talento con David Olivarez


Traders Village invites the community to audition for talent show Buscando Talento con David Olivarez.World of Beer Holiday Movie Trivia Night

World of Beer at the Boardwalk Towne Lake is holding a trivia night with questions on classic holiday films including “The Grinch” and “Home Alone.”
TheMenorah lighting and grand Chanukah celebration are taking place on Dec. 29. (Courtesy ChabadCypress & Northwest Houston)
The Menorah lighting and grand Chanukah celebration are taking place on Dec. 29. (Courtesy Chabad Cypress & Northwest Houston)
Blood Drive

The Boardwalk at Town Lake is holding a bloodrive. All donors will receive free A1c testing and a hoodie.
  • Dec. 19, 8:15-11:30 a.m.
  • Free
  • The Boardwalk at Town Lake, 9955 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress
  • www.boardwalktl.com
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 Hanukkah foods and entertainment.Dasher’s Lightshow


Dasher’s Lightshow will feature a drive-thru experience with twinkling lights choreographed to holiday music favorites.
  • Through Dec 31, times vary
  • $15
  • Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Gate 3, Houston
  • www.dasherslightshow.com