The Lighting of the Doves Festival will take place this Saturday, Nov. 19.[/caption]
The Woodlands area offers a variety of holiday-themed events happening this weekend, Nov. 18-20. Here are a few to check out.
Nov. 18-20
Junior League Holiday Market
The Woodlands Junior League is set to host its 14th annual holiday market, which features more than 100 merchants from across the county selling specialty holiday items, home accessories, clothing, gourmet foods and jewelry. Photo opportunities with Santa Claus will also be available. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Friday), 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday) and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sunday). $15. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands.
www.jlthewoodlands.org/holiday-market/
Nov. 19
34th Annual Lighting of the Doves Festival
The Lighting of the Doves Festival will feature fireworks, ice carvers, children's activities and live music. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be in attendance as well as other North Pole visitors. The festival is in conjunction with the annual International Winter on the Waterway, an international holiday celebration. 3-9 p.m. Free. Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands.
www.woodlandsevents.com/winter/christmas/lighting-of-the-doves
Nov. 19
Turkey Trot 5K Run
Hosted by the city of Conroe's Parks and Recreation department, the 12 annual Turkey Trot 5K is a family friendly race for ages 5 and up. 8-11 a.m. $25. Carl Barton Park Sport Complex, E. Loop 336, Conroe. 936-522-3900.
apm.activecommunities.com/conroe
Nov. 19
Rock the Holidays Makeover
VidaVino Wine Bar will host a makeover event for women of all ages. The bar will offer free spa facials and makeovers as well as free sangria, appetizers and other giveaways. Interested customers should RSVP to
[email protected]. 2:30-4:30 p.m. VidaVino Wine Bar, 469 FM 1488, Ste. 106, Conroe. 936-224-6900.
www.vidavino1488.com