Check out what is going on in The Woodlands this holiday season. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

Market Street Annual Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season with Market Street’s annual 70-foot Christmas tree lighting.The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center

Enjoy indoor ice skating at the 21,000-square-foot facility. The Ice Rink offers birthday party events, rink rentals and ice skating classes.
  • Nov. 21-Jan. 19, times vary
  • $7-$25 (ice skating rentals), $32.50-$35 (group lessons)
  • The Woodlands Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com
Fun with Falcons

Participants can join a local nature expert and learn about wildlife and birds. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and observe birds up close in a safe, controlled environment.Lighting of the Doves


The annual Lighting of the Doves event will feature stage performances, vendor booths, children's activities and strolling entertainment.
The key note speaker at the The John Cooper School 21st Author Series Luncheon is Fiona Davis. (Courtesy The John Cooper School)
The keynote speaker at the The John Cooper School 21st Author Series Luncheon is Fiona Davis. (Courtesy The John Cooper School)
The John Cooper School 21st Author Series Luncheon

Attendees can celebrate literature at The John Cooper School’s annual author luncheon featuring Fiona Davis, the New York Times bestselling author of "The Lions of Fifth Avenue."
  • Dec. 5, 10 a.m.
  • $175 (admission)
  • The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.johncooper.org
Community tree lighting

LSC-Montgomery is hosting a tree lighting with Santa, live music and a bounce house.
  • Dec. 2, 5:30-8 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe
  • www.lonestar.edu
Bingo night

Players can gather a team for 10 rounds of bingo at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park.Ugly Sweater Pickleball Tournament


Participants can take part in an ugly sweater-themed pickleball tournament at Falconwing Park. Ugly sweaters are encouraged but not required.Glow and Go 5K

The annual holiday race in The Woodlands is open to runners of all abilities. Runners are encouraged to wear holiday attire.Cookies and Cocoa with Santa

Attendees can enjoy cookies and hot cocoa with Santa at the Ice Rink at The Woodlands.
  • Dec. 7, Dec. 14 & Dec. 21, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
  • $35 (fee includes skates)
  • The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com
Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt

Participants can bring a flashlight and hunt for candy and treats at the Terramont Park. Prizes will be awarded to participants who find golden candy canes.
  • Dec. 10, Dec. 12, Dec. 16 & Dec. 18-19, 7-8 p.m.
  • $10 (resident), $15 (nonresident)
  • Terramont Park, 8500 Terramont Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Sustainable Gift-wrapping Workshop


The Woodlands Township staff will provide ecofriendly gift-wrapping materials and tutorials. Participants are encouraged to register in advance, but walk-ins are welcome.Family movie night

Guests are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a movie night at the Rob Fleming Amphitheatre featuring “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.”
The Woodlands Makers Market is taking place on Dec. 13. (Courtesy The Woodlands Township)
The Woodlands Makers Market is taking place on Dec. 13. (Courtesy The Woodlands Township)
The Woodlands Makers Market

The event features craft fair vendors, food trucks, games and activities.
  • Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Outdoor Campus, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Kayak under the holiday tree at the Riva Row Boat House. (CourtesyRiva Row Boat House)
Kayak under the holiday tree at the Riva Row Boat House. (Courtesy Riva Row Boat House)
Jingle Boats

Participants can kayak under the holiday tree at the Riva Row Boat House. Preregistration is required.
Celebrate Christmas at The Woodlands Children's Museum on Dec. 17. (Courtesy The Woodlands Children's Museum)
Celebrate Christmas at The Woodlands Children's Museum on Dec. 17. (Courtesy The Woodlands Children's Museum)
The Woodlands Chorale Christmas


"Love's Pure Light" will be presented with special guests the McCullough Junior High School Chamber Singers at Christ Church Methodist.Mrs. Claus’s Gingerbread House Workshop

Kids can meet Mrs. Claus while decorating a gingerbread house at The Woodlands Children's Museum.