There are several events to attend in the Tomball and Magnolia area this holiday season, including holiday performances and Christmas markets. This list is not comprehensive.
‘Oliver Twist’
The National Youth Theater is presenting a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel “Oliver Twist,” telling the story of a young orphan navigating the harsh realities of Victorian England.
- Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Dec. 6-7, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
- $14-$22 (admission)
- Lone Star College Tomball Performing Arts Center, 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
- www.nationalyouththeater.org
The annual Deck the Depot Tree Lighting will feature a festive celebration, Santa, hot chocolate and treats.
- Dec. 6, 4 p.m.
- Free
- The Depot, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball
- www.tomballtx.gov
The 50th annual Magic of Christmas Parade of Lights will light the local streets with holiday cheer, sparkling light, music and festive floats.
- Dec. 6, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
- Free
- Unity Park, 19720 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia
- www.swmcchamber.org
The ninth annual Commissioner Riley's Fun Day will feature pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses and snacks available for purchase.
- Dec. 6, 1-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Unity Park, 19720 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia
- www.charlieriley.org
The community is invited to celebrate the holidays with live holiday singing, hot cocoa and cookies, fun activities for the kids and Christmas photo opportunities.
- Dec. 7, 4-8 p.m.
- Free
- Magnolia Apostolic Tabernacle, 18235 FM 1488, Magnolia
- www.magnoliaapostolic.org
Magnolia High School is holding a holiday event featuring an evening with Santa, ornament making, a petting zoo, gourmet s’mores and music.
- Dec. 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Free
- 31141 Nichols Sawmill Road, Magnolia
- www.magnoliaisd.org
The annual candlelight tours will feature Christmas decorations, silent auctions, cookies, choirs, carols and performers.
- Dec. 12-13, 6-9 p.m.
- Free
- Tomball Museum Center, 510 N. Pine St., Tomball
- www.tomballmuseumcenter.com
The annual Tomball German Christmas Market will feature over 150 vendors, contests and entertainment.
- Dec. 12 (6-10 p.m.), Dec. 13 (10 a.m.-10 p.m.), Dec. 14 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.)
- Free (admission)
- 201 S. Elm St., Tomball
- www.tomballgermanfest.org
The Texas Academy of Dance Arts is holding its 11th annual “The Nutcracker” performances and holiday market in addition to visits from Santa.
- Dec. 13-14, 1:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. (performances), noon-7:30 p.m. (market), 12:30-1:30 p.m. and 4-5 p.m. (Santa visits)
- $20-$30 (admission)
- Tomball High School Auditorium, 30330 Quinn Road, Tomball
- www.dancetada.com
The Magnolia Education Foundation is hosting a breakfast with Santa event that will also include live music, arts and crafts, a silent auction and free Santa photos.
- Dec. 13, 8 a.m.-noon
- Free (2 and under), $15 (advance ticket), $20 (at-the-door ticket)
- Magnolia Event Center, 11659 FM 1488, Magnolia
- https://bit.ly/2025bws
The Houston Bronze Ensemble will perform at the Tomball Methodist Church and showcase Christmas classics, including The Nutcracker” and “Angels from the Realms of Glory.”
- Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
- Free
- Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker St., Tomball
- www.houstonbronze.org
Join Little Woodrow’s Tomball for its annual holiday beer and bourbon festival.
- Dec. 13, 5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Little Woodrow's Tomball, 11241 Timber Tech Ave., Tomball
- www.littlewoodrows.com
The community is invited to a movie night featuring “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”
- Dec. 16, 10-11 a.m.
- Free
- Malcolm Purvis Library, 510 Melton St., Magnolia
- https://montgomeryco-malcolm-tx.whofi.com
Join the Magnolia Bible Church for an event featuring carnival rides, food trucks, photo opportunities with Santa and a snowball rink.
- Dec. 19, 6-9 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 31611 Nichols Sawmill Road, Magnolia
- www.magnolia.church
Bon Jovi tribute band Let it Rock is returning to Tomball with a rock show at the Paradigm Brewing Company.
- Dec. 27, 7 p.m.
- $20 (admission)
- Paradigm Brewing Company, 2130 S. Persimmon St., Tomball
- Facebook: Paradigm Brewing Company
