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Kid-Friendly Events in Houston in December
Plan ahead! We've rounded up some of the best activities and events to do with kids in Houston this month.
Tops Things To Do in Houston in December 2024 with Kids
Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo
Museum District
Friday, November 22 through Sunday, January 5, 2025
The Houston Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with life-sized animal lanterns and thousands of lights. Visit the website here.
The Houston Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Downtown
Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 29, 2024
Houston’s holiday tradition continues with the magic and wonder of Stanton Welch’s The Nutcracker. Visit the website here.
Radiant Nature at the Houston Botanic Garden
Southeast Houston
Friday, Nov 8, 2024, through Sunday, February 23 , 2025
Experience a dazzling Chinese lantern festival with larger-than-life installations showcasing the beauty of nature and celebrating the promise of the Lunar New Year. Visit the website here.
Woodchase Park Christmas Celebration
Westchase district – FREE
Friday, December 6, 2024
Get ready for a night packed with holiday activities with photos with Santa, kids activities, a bounce house, a mobile game truck, and more! Visit the website here.
Deck the Park at Memorial Park
Memorial Park
Friday, December 6, 2024
All ages are invited to join in the holiday celebration, featuring a variety of enjoyable, family-friendly activities. Highlights include cookie decorating, a tree lighting ceremony, and an outdoor screening of the holiday classic Home Alone. Visit the website here.
Dickens on the Strand
Galveston
Friday, December 6 through Sunday, December 8, 2024
Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 51st annual Dickens on The Strand. The annual festival is a holiday tradition with great family programming, live entertainment, special events, and more. Visit the website here.
Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular at City Hall
Downtown – FREE
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire kicks off the holiday season at the Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular, celebrating 105 years at City Hall. Visit the website here.
Holiday Festival at Levy Park
Upper Kirby – FREE
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 2024
Bring the whole family to the park for the 7th annual Levy Park Holiday Festival! The free two-day festival features a holiday market, a craft station, live music performances throughout the park, a special performance by River Oaks Dance, a free photo booth with Santa Claus, and food and drink concessions. Visit the website here.
Christmas Village at Bayou Bend
River Oaks
Friday, December 6, 2024 through Monday, December 30, 2024
Discover an immersive holiday experience during Christmas Village at Bayou Bend. A dazzling bridge brings you into a winter wonderland featuring thousands of lights throughout the 14-acre estate of Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens. Visit the website here.
McGovern Centennial Gardens Anniversary Celebration
Museum District – FREE
Saturday, December 7, 2024
The 10th anniversary of the McGovern Centennial Gardens opening is certainly cause for a fun-filled celebration! Visitors will enjoy interactive activities and games, complimentary drinks and treats, music, and more throughout the Gardens. Visit the website here.
Univision's Fiestas Navideñas at Discovery Green
Downtown – FREE
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Bring the whole family to Discovery Green for gifts, snow mountain, Christmas music, and free photos with Santa. Visit the website here.
Christmas in the Woods at 7 Acre Wood
Conroe – FREE
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Enjoy free admission to shop the Christmas Market with vendors selling their wares, a petting zoo, a mini golf course, a zip line, a playground, and more! Visit the website here.
Frozen at The Hobby Center
Downtown
Tuesday, December 10 through Sunday, December 29, 2024
This holiday season, give your entire family an amazing treat, Frozen the Musical, presented by Theater Under the Stars. Visit the website here.
Christmas Boat Lane Parade
League City – FREE
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Ring in the holidays with the 63rd Anniversary Christmas Boat Lane Parade featuring more than 60 brightly decorated power and sailboats that will traverse the Clear Lake channel from the South Shore Harbour Marina to Galveston Bay. Visit the website here.
Stearman Santa at Lone Star Flight Museum
Southeast Houston
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Santa’s giving his reindeer a break before the big night, and borrowing the PT-17 Stearman for some Houston visits! See St. Nick taxi on the ramp, followed by photos, crafts, and more. Visit the website here.
Super Saturday: Winter Wonderland at Asia Society Texas
Museum District
Saturday, December 14, 2024
In December's Winter Wonderland, celebrate the season by learning about winter traditions across Asia! Visit the website here.
Holly Jolly Holiday at the Houston Symphony
Downtown
Saturday, December 14, 2024
“He’s making a list and checking it twice!” Santa stops by Jones Hall to spread lots of Christmas cheer! Visit the website here.
Chanukah Festival in the Park at Bellaire Town Square
Bellaire
Wednesday December 25, 2024
Celebrate Chanukah at Bellaire Town Square with a Giant Menorah Lighting, lion dance show, face painting, inflatable fun, and more. Visit the website here.
New Year's Eve Family Celebration at Kemah Boardwalk
Kemah –FREE
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Kemah Boardwalk with a night full of delicious food, live music & entertainment, and festive crafts. Enjoy the lively atmosphere as you make lasting memories, then cap off the celebration with a stunning fireworks show over Galveston Bay! Visit the website here.
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