Christmas in the Park, Parade of Lights: 13 Lake Houston-area events to attend this holiday season

Check out what's happening in the Lake Houston area this holiday season. This list is not comprehensive.

Herbs for the Holidays

The Octavia Fields Branch Library is welcoming Texas AgriLife Extension Better Living for Texans to introduce attendees to the top five herbs to grow in Harris County and teach how to pair them with other herbs, vegetables and flowers.

• Nov. 20, 1-2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1503 South Houston Ave., Humble
• www.hcpl.bibliocommons.com

Home for the Holidays Gift Market

Shop for holiday items and gifts from over 100 vendors. The three-day shopping event has tickets valid for re-admission each day.

• Nov. 22-23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Nov. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
• $6 (general admission), $10 (first call shopping Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.)
• Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
• www.homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com

L3 Turkey Day 5K & Kids Wishbone 1K

Participate in the 10th annual Thanksgiving morning L3 Turkey Day 5K & Kids Wishbone 1K to celebrate a community in support of finding a cure for pediatric cancer.

• Nov. 28, 8:30 a.m.
• $20-$35
• Town Center Park, 8 N. Main St., Kingwood
• www.runsignup.com/race/tx/kingwood/l3turkeyday5k

Mini Holiday Vibe Market

Vibe Artisan Markets will host this event featuring over 50 artisans, live music, craft beers and Santa photos.

• Dec. 1, noon-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Megaton Brewery, 808 Russell Palmer Road, Kingwood
• www.vibeartisanmarkets.com

Christmas Parade of Lights

The city of Humble's parade of lights will feature a “Polar Express” theme on historic Main Street. After the parade, Santa Claus will be at Uptown Park to take the “wish lists” of children of all ages.

• Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Historic Main Street, Humble; Uptown Park, 310 E. Main St., Humble
• www.cityofhumbletx.gov

Christmas in the Park

This 21st annual Christmas festival will feature a tree lighting, vendors, eateries and artists.

• Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Town Center Park, 8 N. Main St., Kingwood
• www.towncenterevents.com

"Light the World: Seasonal Songs of Light and Joy"

Sola Gratia is holding a Christmas choir concert to support the opening of J’s House, a nonprofit that will provide transitional housing and therapy for children in foster care.

• Dec. 7, 4:30 p.m.
• $20 (admission)
• Strawbridge United Methodist Church, 5629 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood
• www.solagratiamusic.org

Jingle & Mingle Night Market

The night market will feature local vendors, a letters to Santa station, a snow experience, photo opportunities with Santa, and live music.

• Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Valley Ranch Town Center, 21572 Market Place Drive, New Caney
• www.shopvrtc.com/jingleminglemarket2024

“The Nutcracker”

The Kingwood Ballet will present its full-length 39th annual production of “The Nutcracker."

• Dec. 7, 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 8, noon and 5 p.m.
• $25-$30
• Atascocita High School, 13300 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
• www.kingwoodballet.org/nutcracker-ballet

"Sounds of the Season"

This holiday performance by Opera Leggera will feature classic carols as well as Christmas pop favorites to create a festive musical experience.

• Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 14, 7 p.m.; Dec. 15, 4 p.m.
• $23-$28
• The Nathaniel Center, 804 Russell Palmer Road, Kingwood
• www.operaleggera.com

EMCID’s A Holiday To Remember

Enjoy a holiday market featuring ice skating, a car show, local vendors, Santa Claus and indoor and outdoor activities.

• Dec. 13 and Dec. 20, 5-10 p.m.; Dec. 14-15, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Dec. 16-19, 3-9 p.m.; Dec. 22, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Valley Ranch, 21310 Valley Ranch Bend Drive, Porter
• www.emcholiday.com

Kingwood Christmas Market 2024

The annual Christmas Market will feature artisanal crafts, Christmas gifts, handmade items, complimentary trackless train rides and photo opportunities with Santa.

• Dec. 14, noon-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Town Center Park, 8 N. Main St., Kingwood
• www.towncenterevents.com

Christmas Paint and Sip

The Kingwood Branch Library is holding a Paint and Sip event where attendees age 18 and up will be painting a Christmas stocking.

• Dec. 19, 2-4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 4400 Bens View Lane, Kingwood
• www.hcpl.bibliocommons.com