When the holiday season rolls around, it’s that time of the year again – the time for “Chills, Thrills, and Winter Skills!”  Children’s Museum Houston invites you to unwrap the holiday magic, spread the joy, and bring your friends to “Polar Palooza,” an all-new, exciting holiday experience happening now through Jan. 7, 2024. Pack your jackets and mittens, and get ready to play in real snow!

Find a whole new reason for the season!  Play in snow then stroll down our reimagined Seasons of Sharing exhibit. Bring your loved ones for a warm and toasty escape, and make sure you’re on the right list starting out by visiting Children’s Museum Houston.

Main Street Theater presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, and book by Linda Woolverton. This is the original Disney tale you've come to know and love. You've seen the movie (the classic from 1991) - now see it live on stage in the version that played on Broadway! The production runs through December 23 at MST’s Midtown location at 3400 Main Street, 77002 at the MATCH and is recommended for Kindergarten and older, adults and children alike.

The Woodlands Township invites residents to take part in the beloved tradition of the annual Holiday Lighting and Decorating Contest. Hosted by most of the village associations with support from the Township and The Woodlands Fire Department (WFD), the contest brings a festive seasonal spirit to the community for residents and visitors.

Rotolo’s Craft & Crust has officially kicked off the holidays with its annual “Letters to Santa” program, bringing the magic of Christmas to families and creating unforgettable moments for young and old alike. 

“Each year, we look forward to bringing this heartwarming experience to families during the Christmas season, adding an extra layer of joy and magic to their dining experience,” said Chad Calongne, franchise owner for Rotolo’s. 

When families dine at Rotolo’s through Dec. 24, children can write their letter to Santa and place it in the “Magical North Pole” mailbox. Before the end of their meal, a Rotolo’s server will hand-deliver a reply from Santa himself, along with a golden ticket for one free kid’s entrée.

The Woodlands Township Aquatics Division recently earned recognition from Aquatics International in the Best of Aquatics category for their innovative and creative methods in attracting visitors to all 14 facilities. Noteworthy marketing initiatives include the High Seas Adventure Program, Pop at the Pool, crafted photo frame signs for programs, and informative aquatics newsletters. 

A landmark event fifty years in the making returns to Galveston's historic downtown for the 50th Anniversary of Galveston Historical Foundation's (GHF) Dickens on The Strand, presented by the British Consulate-General Houston. The event, GHF's largest fundraiser, returns the first weekend in December for three days of the sights and sounds of Charles Dickens' work, surrounded by the island's unmatched Victorian-era architecture. This annual festival begins Friday, December 1, with free admission to Fezziwig's Beer Hall from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and continues with ticketed entry on Saturday, December 2, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, December 3, from 12 to 6 p.m.