Celebrate the holidays at these 10 community events in Tomball, such as Tomball's German Fest, Tomball's Sun Set Market and other Christmas markets.

Tomball Museum Center candlelight tours

The Tomball Museum Center will host its traditional candlelight tours through the museum grounds, featuring all the buildings open and decorated. There will also be live music from a country band in the barn, caroling, and local children and choirs singing in the church. Santa will be in attendance.National Youth Theater's 'A Christmas Carol'

The National Youth Theater will present performances of “A Christmas Carol, The Musical” with a cast from ages 8-19.
  • Dec. 8, 9:30 a.m, 11:30 a.m, 7 p.m.; Dec. 9-10, 2 p.m., 6 p.m.
  • $15-$25
  • Lone Star College-Tomball Performing Arts Center, 30555 Hwy. 249, Tomball
  • www.nationalyouththeater.org
Tomball German Fest Christmas Market

The annual Tomball German Fest will feature a lineup of over 150 vendors, contests and entertainment, including four live music stages and more than 30 entertainers. Santa will also make an appearance. Free parking will be available downtown, plus a free shuttle will be available from the east parking lot of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball.Breakfast with Santa at Tomball VFW


Tomball VFW Post 2427 will start off the season with Breakfast with Santa for children to enjoy breakfast and activities with Santa.
  • Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-noon
  • Free (admission), donations encouraged
  • Tomball VFW Post 2427, 14408 Alice Road, Tomball
  • www.vfwpost2427.org
Breakfast with Santa

The Magnolia Education Foundation will present its third annual Breakfast with Santa event with crafts, live entertainment, a bounce house, a bicycle giveaway, interactions with Christmas characters and raffle items. Proceeds from this event will go to the Magnolia Education Foundation.North Houston Children's Chorus

The North Houston Children’s Choir will present a holiday celebration with Christmas songs from around the world.
  • Dec. 11, 7 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • LSC-Tomball Performing Arts Center, 30555 Hwy. 249, Tomball
  • www.lonestar.edu
Magnolia Christmas in the Park

Magnolia Christmas in the Park will feature live music, food trucks, vendors and a kids zone.
  • Dec. 16, 1-10 p.m.
  • $20 (general admission), $25 (day of event), $125 (VIP), $10 (kids ages 4-10)
  • Unity Park, 19450 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia
  • www.magnoliatxfest.com
Texas Makers Market


Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus during a shopping market with handmade and homegrown goods. The outdoor event will also feature a free kid's craft activity and photo opportunities.
  • Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free (admission, parking)
  • St. Paul Lutheran Church, 21088 FM 1488, Magnolia
  • www.txmakersmarket.com
Sunset Market

The Tomball Farmers Market will host its third annual evening Polar Express Sunset Market that will feature over 50 vendors and an appearance from Santa Claus.Community Christmas Dinner

The American Legion is holding a free Christmas dinner for the community. This event will be open to the public and is designed for first responders, city workers as well as for anyone in need of a meal.