The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center will welcome the season by hosting an opening event. (Courtesy The Woodlands Township)
From holiday markets and ice skating to tree lightings and festive boat rides, here are some of the events happening in The Woodlands area this holiday season. Event dates and times are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.
The Junior League of The Woodlands is hosting its holiday market, a major fundraiser for the group. Attendees can expect to browse unique gifts made by local vendors.Courtesy Junior League of The Woodlands
Junior League Preview Party & Holiday Market
The Junior League of The Woodlands is hosting its holiday market, a major fundraiser for the group. Attendees can expect to browse unique gifts made by local vendors.
The Woodlands Township invites the community to enjoy a movie under the stars with friends and family. The event will feature the 1971 film “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” with carnival activities, games and crafts during the hour leading up to the showing.
Nov. 20, 6:30-8:15 p.m.
Free
Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Environmental Services Department is holding a free hazardous waste disposal event. Residents can dispose of common hazardous waste such as aerosol cans, antifreeze, CFL and HID lightbulbs, motor oil, poisons and more. Participants are encouraged to arrive early as capacity is limited. Visit The Woodlands Township website for a full list of accepted materials.
Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free
Sterling Ridge Park & Ride, 8001 McBeth Way, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Township invites residents to the Lighting of the Doves Festival, a holiday tradition that kicks off the season with the illumination of giant doves. Courtesy The Woodlands Township
Lighting of the Doves
The Woodlands Township invites residents to the Lighting of the Doves Festival, a holiday tradition that kicks off the season with the illumination of giant doves. The event will feature international performances, snow play areas, vendor booths, fireworks and an appearance from Santa Claus.
Nov. 21, 3-8 p.m.
Free ($5 admission for snow play areas)
Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
YMCA Run Thru the Woods YMCA Houston is hosting the 37th annual Run Thru the Woods event to raise money for local nonprofits in the Spring, The Woodlands and Oak Ridge North communities. The event features a 1-mile kids' race, a 3-mile run, a 3-mile walk and a 5-mile race.
Nov. 26, 7:30-8:30 a.m. (start times)
$30-$50 (participants)
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
Signatures Author Series Featuring Katherine Center
The John Cooper School presents its 22nd annual Signatures Author Series. The event features Katherine Center, the New York Times bestselling author, as its keynote speaker. The series serves as a major fundraiser for the school.
Dec. 4, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
$175 (individual ticket)
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Mall is hosting a movie screening of “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas” on its front lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.
The Woodlands Parks and Recreation office invites the community to enjoy a holiday-themed evening outdoors. Attractions include roasting s’mores around the campfire, crafting holiday keepsakes and meeting Santa Claus. Preregistration is required.
Dec. 5, 5-7 p.m.
$20 (resident family of four), $25 (nonresident family of four), $5 for each additional attendee
The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a festive 5K along The Woodlands Waterway featuring holiday lights. The run is open to people of all abilities and is recommended for participants ages 10 and older.
Dec. 5, 6 p.m.
$35 (registration fee)
The Woodlands Waterway, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Township is hosting its second annual Winter Makers Market. The market will feature craft fair vendors, food trucks and reindeer games.Courtesy The Woodlands Township
The Woodlands Winter Makers Market
The Woodlands Township is hosting its second annual Winter Makers Market. The market will feature craft fair vendors, food trucks and reindeer games.
Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free
The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
The Woodlands Environmental Services Department will hold a gift-wrapping workshopCourtesy The Woodlands Township
Sustainable Gift-wrapping Workshop
The Woodlands Environmental Services Department invites the community to learn how to package gifts in a fun and sustainable way. Staff will provide eco-friendly wrapping supplies and tutorials. Online registration is encouraged.
Dec. 11, 6-7:30 p.m.
Free
Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
