Looking to get festive or to avoid the holidays completely? Here are a variety of events to keep you busy until February. This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change.
The Art of Painting with Carmen
Held at the Fussell Senior Center, the art class teaches participants how to create a specialized painting chosen by Carmen. Supplies are included in the class fee.
- Dec. 18, 10 a.m.-noon
- $5 (supply fee)
- 5370 E. Fifth St., Katy,
- www.cityofkaty.com
Katy Fire Department’s Santa Tours
Residents can watch Santa drive through their neighborhood with the Katy Fire Department. To view the route, visit the department’s Facebook page.
- Dec. 18-19, 6 p.m.
- Free
- 1417 Avenue D, Katy
- www.facebook.com/KatyFireDept
Photos with Santa
Grab last-minute family pictures with Santa at Katy Mills Mall. Reservations and walk-ins are accepted.
- Dec. 18-24, times vary
- $39.99-$59.99 (per photo package)
- 5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy
- www.simon.com/mall/katy-mills
Movie Night at Central Green Park
Bring snacks and a picnic blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy a movie night at Central Green Park.
- Dec. 20, 7-9 p.m.
- Free
- 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy
- www.centralgreenpark.com
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.
- Dec. 28, times vary
- $34 (per person)
- 1324 Peach Ridge Road, Brookshire
- www.goatyogakaty.com
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in the new year with live performances from Texas country music artist Josh Ward and Matt Mercado at Mo’s Place.
- Dec. 31, 8 p.m.
- $25-$30 (general admission)
- 21940 Kingsland Blvd., Katy
- www.mosplacekaty.com
Relevé Dance Convention
Beginner and seasoned dancers ages 3 to 19 are invited to attend the convention and learn from instructors at Aloft Katy Mills.
- Jan. 10-11
- $161.90-$268.61 (registration fee)
- 25330 Kingsland Blvd., Katy
- www.facebook.com/relevedanceconvention
Be Healthy Katy Wellness & Health Expo
The family-friendly event at the Merrell Center showcases local wellness resources, products and services that promote healthy living.
- Jan. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 6301 S. Stadium Lane, Katy
- www.katychamber.com

