13 through 16
Compete in a holiday light competition
Judging for the Oak Ridge North Light up the Night holiday light competition begins Dec. 13 and goes through Dec. 16. The winner of Light up the Night will be announced Dec. 17. Oak Ridge North. 281-292-4648. www.oakridgenorth.com
Dec. 15 and 18
Craft with Mrs. Claus
Children can join Mrs. Claus building a gingerbread house with graham crackers and candy at The Woodlands Children’s Museum before Christmas.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. $5 (in addition to $7 admission). The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
16 through 19
Enjoy a holiday performance
Class Act Productions brings “Elf, The Musical” to the stage this December. According to Class Act Productions, the musical is based off of the movie, “Elf,” where Buddy the elf sets out on a quest to find his true identity. 7:30 p.m. (Dec. 16-18), 2:30 p.m. (Dec. 18-19). $20-$30. 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 25, The Woodlands. 281-941-8500. www.classactproductions.org
17
Watch a Christmas parade
Oak Ridge North hosts the city’s annual parade and party in the park. Families can enjoy hayrides, hot cocoa, pictures with Santa and snow. The hayride will leave from Marilyn Edgar Park and tour the city’s Christmas lights. Admission to the ride is two nonperishable items that will be donated to Nourishment for the Needy. 5 p.m. Free (donation required). Marilyn Edgar Park, 26531 S. Hillside Drive, Oak Ridge North. 281-292-4648. www.oakridgenorth.com
18 through 19
Eat breakfast with Santa
Santa is coming to The Woodlands Resort to have breakfast with children. 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. $39 (per adult), $20 (children ages 6-12), free (children 5 and under). The Woodlands Resort, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-1100. www.woodlandsresort.com
18
Make a gingerbread house with Santa
Join Santa in constructing a gingerbread house. Registration is required. 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m. $15 (resident), $20 (nonresident), $5 sibling discount. The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive,bThe Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
18
See a holiday tuba performance
Market Street is hosting the Tuba Christmas event. Musicians of all skill ranges are encouraged to participate. The holiday concert begins at noon. Free (to watch), $10 (to participate). Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 936-577-0092. www.tubachristmas.com
19
Have treats with Frosty and Santa
Families are invited to enjoy breakfast treats with Santa Claus and Frosty the Snowman. Attendees can craft holiday wreaths and take photos with the two Christmas icons. 9:30-11 a.m. $20 (resident), $25 (nonresident). The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
19
Enjoy a holiday pooch pageant
Dog owners can bring their pets to a dog park for a pooch pageant and treat hunt. 11 a.m.-noon. $10 (per dog). Bear Branch Park, 5200 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
20
Meet Elsa and Anna
Guests can take photos and visit with Elsa and Anna from “Frozen.” 10:30-11 a.m., 12:30-1 p.m. (Elsa); 11:30 a.m.-noon, 1:30-2 p.m. (Anna). $7 admission. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
25
Enjoy a Christmas meal
The Woodlands Resort is hosting a Christmas day breakfast buffet at The Woodlands Dining Room. 7 a.m.-noon. $24 (per adult), $16 (children ages 6-12), free (children under 5). The resort also has a Christmas day holiday brunch planned in the Grand Ballroom. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. $75 (per adult), $32 (children ages 5-12). Finally, the resort hosts a three-course dinner as well. 5-10 p.m. $69 per person. The Woodlands Resort, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-1100. www.woodlandsresort.com
31
Attend a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party
The Woodlands Children’s Museum is hosting a daytime New Year’s Eve party. Children will have the opportunity to make New Years crafts. 9:30-11 a.m., 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m. $10 per ticket. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
31
Ring in the new year
Back Table Kitchen and Bar at The Woodlands Resort is hosting a New Year’s Eve dinner and party. The evening includes a three-course dinner, live music from a five-piece band until 1:30 a.m., a champagne toast at midnight, party favors and overnight accommodations on site at The Woodlands Resort. Dinner begins at 5 p.m. $329 for two tickets. Back Table Kitchen and Bar, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands. 281-364-6400. www.backtabletx.com
January
03-18
Taste local cuisine
The Taste of the Town Restaurant Month returns in January, offering opportunities to sample local cuisine at more than 40 local eateries with a purchase of a ticket. Times vary. $40 a ticket. Participating local restaurants. 281-736-4057. www.tasteofthetown.org
05
Students return from holiday break
Conroe, Magnolia and Tomball ISD students return from holiday break Jan. 5. 936-709-7752. www.conroeisd.net. 281-356-3571. www.magnoliaisd.org. 281-357-3100. www.tomballisd.net
17
Visit the ice rink before it closes
The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center opened for the season on Nov. 19 will close Jan. 17. Various skate times and pricing are available. The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-5630. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
