Several holiday events are happening this weekend in Tomball and Magnolia to celebrate the season.

Friday
Winter Wonderland

Hosted by The Sherwood Academy, the annual event includes snow, food, games, crafts, Santa Claus, music and a silent auction. 6-9 p.m. Free (some costs for activities and photos with Santa). The Sherwood Academy, 32810 Tamina Road, Magnolia. 281-356-4970. www.thesherwoodacademy.com

Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Tomball German Christmas Market

The event includes four music stages, 175 street vendors in an open-air market, ethnic and festival food, beer, wine, a full carnival, petting zoo, street performers, souvenirs, arts and crafts, antiques and a heritage center. 6-10 p.m. (Fri.), 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sat.), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sun.). Free (admission, parking and shuttle). Old Town Tomball, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball. www.tomballgermanfest.org

Saturday
Magnolia Christmas Parade & Hometown Christmas at Unity Park

The 37th annual Greater Magnolia Chamber of Commerce’s parade theme this year is “T’was the Night Before Christmas” and features decorated entries. Festivities include a Christmas market, letters to Santa, food trucks, games and rides. The event is co-sponsored by the city of Magnolia, the Greater Magnolia Chamber of Commerce, the Magnolia Historical Society, Magnolia ISD and others. 10 a.m. (parade), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (festivities). Free (admission). Unity Park, 19450 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia. www.magnoliatexas.org

Saturday
Christmas on Commerce

The event is an old-fashioned family holiday celebration with local school choirs, food, a children's zone, games and activities, vendors and an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Commerce Street, Tomball. 281-351-5484. www.tomballtx.gov