The Woodlands Township invites princesses, ghosts, goblins, pirates and more to Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at its new location at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, located at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive in The Woodlands, TX 77389. 

Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance presents The Woodlands Nutracker from November 24-26, 2023 at The Woodlands Resort.

The Nutcracker is a dazzling holiday tradition for children and adults of all ages. Bring your family and friends on Clara’s magical journey from her Victorian-era home on Christmas Eve into the Land of Snow and Kingdom of Sweets. The Nutcracker is a time honored, perfect introduction for children to the wonderful world of ballet. The Woodlands Nutcracker is a one-of-a-kind experience for the entire family. Enjoy the performance while seated at a family specific, audience table. Audience tables sold in two, three, four, six and eight seats. Find out more about Vitacca Ballet’s The Nutcracker and purchase your family specific table at VitaccaDance.com.

The Woodlands Township reminds residents that early voting for the November election begins on Monday, October 23, 2023. The last day of early voting by personal appearance is November 3, 2023.

Three at-large positions on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors will be elected in the November 2023 election, designated as positions 5, 6, and 7. To vote in The Woodlands Township election, you must be a registered voter in the county of your residence and a resident of The Woodlands Township. To learn more about the Township election and ballot positions for candidates, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/novemberelection. 

Junior League of The Woodlands is thrilled to announce tickets are now on sale for the 21st Annual Junior League Holiday Market. This year's festive event themed ‘Holly Jolly’ promises to immerse visitors in a world of holiday magic, delightful treasures, and heartwarming experiences.

On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, The Woodlands Children’s Museum will host its annual SpookTacular event, featuring children’s carnival-type games and activities, Halloween-themed art projects, Monster Mash Boogie Bash, and magic shows.  This fa-BOO-lous event is a perfect opportunity for children 7 and under to dress up in their favorite costumes while sharing holiday fun in a non-spooky, daytime environment.

“We love seeing families dress up, play and giggle along to an award-winning magic show,” stated Angela Colton, the museum’s Executive Director. “The museum is transformed for this one day only, with bewitching games and activities that are specifically curated for young children.”

Families can enjoy the spellbinding charm of Monty the Magician during his magic shows at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm.  During Monster Mash Boogie Bash at 10:00am and 11:00am, children can enjoy fingerplay, songs and creative movement activities set to a festive holiday theme.

Favorite games such as ring-a-pumpkin, ghost bowling, bobbing for marshmallows, mummy wrap and many more will be available throughout the day.  At The Muse Art Bar, children will be able to create Squishy Guts, Handprint Dracula and Playful Play Dough.  Sensory bins and boxes will also have touch-and-feel surprises.

The museum will be open from 9:00am – 2:00pm for the event and Members and Non-Member admission is Adults: $8, Children 1-13 years: $12, Children under 1: $8.  Advance tickets are recommended and are available online at https://woodlandschildrensmuseum.org/event-tickets/.  Capacity will be limited and guests without advance tickets will be accommodated if space allows.