Hi friends,
Winter in The Woodlands is the perfect time to explore, celebrate, and make memories! From festive events and local festivals to cozy hangouts and must-visit spots, there’s so much to do this season. Whether you're hunting for holiday lights, enjoying seasonal treats, or checking out fun family activities, this guide has all the best places to visit and things to do.
Let’s dive into the ultimate winter bucket list and make this season unforgettable in The Woodlands, Texas!
Fun Things to Do This Winter in The Woodlands, Texas
Attend a Holiday Light Show
- The Light Park – Hurricane Harbor Parking Lot 21300 Interstate 45 N Spring, TX 77373
The Light Park in Spring, TX, is a dazzling drive-thru holiday experience filled with millions of synchronized lights, festive music, and vibrant displays. Perfect for families and friends, this seasonal attraction offers an enchanting journey through an illuminated wonderland. Conveniently located at Hurricane Harbor, it's a must-visit spot to celebrate the holiday spirit.
- Waterway Lights – THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY | THROUGH DECEMBER 31
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Waterway Lights, a stunning display that turns The Woodlands Waterway into a festive wonderland. Ideal for families, couples, and friends, this enchanting event features a variety of mesmerizing light displays that are sure to delight and captivate all who visit.
Attend a Winter Festival
- Holiday Celebration – 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380
Join The Woodlands Mall for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer. Bring your friends and family to enjoy festive crafts, delicious treats, choir performances, surprise giveaways, and a holiday movie screening. This FREE event is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
- Festival of Lights at Woodlands Church– 1 Fellowship Drive The Woodlands, TX 77384
Celebrate the true spirit of Christmas at the Festival of Lights, a heartwarming event honoring the birth of Christ. From November 22 to December 30, 2024, experience the joy of the season with beautiful light displays that symbolize Christ's light in our lives.
Outdoor Fun
- Old Town Spring -403 Main St, Spring, TX 77373
Mark your calendar! The 44th Annual Old Town Spring Home for the Holidays is back, running every weekend from November 9, 2024, through Christmas. This charming hometown festival features a dazzling display of twinkling lights, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and festive photos with Santa—perfect for making lasting holiday memories!
- The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center – 2005 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380
Experience the joy of ice skating at The Ice Rink, located at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands. This 21,000-square-foot rink offers a fun, festive atmosphere for skaters of all ages and skill levels, making it the perfect spot for family outings, date nights, and celebrations. Open from November 16, 2024, to January 20, 2025.
- Holiday Cookie Decorating – 2301 N Millbend Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380
Save the date for a fun-filled family experience at The Spruce Market’s Kids’ Cookie Decorating event! While the little ones get creative, parents can relax, sip, and shop at The Spruce Boutique. The event will take place on 12/7, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15, 12/21, and 12/22/2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Don’t miss out on this festive holiday activity!
- City Place Giant Gingerbread Village – 1250 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389
Experience the magic of City Place’s Annual Gingerbread Village, where giant candy canes, lollipops, gumdrops, gingerbread men, and cookie trees lead the way to a towering 16-foot gingerbread house and a 12-foot windmill. This enchanting, free event is open to all—no reservations needed, and pets are welcome too! Visit the Gingerbread Village from December 1st through the second week of January 2025 for a festive holiday adventure.
Go to Live Music
- Messiah Sing-Along – 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380
On Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM, The TWMC Music Ministry choir, orchestra, and soloists will present selected portions of Handel's Messiah. Whether you join in the choruses or simply listen and enjoy this beautiful sacred music, all are welcome to this free, hour-long event.
- Holly Jolly Jingle – 2005 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380
On December, 5, 2024, enjoy the festive Holly Jolly Jingle live performance, starting at 7:00 PM (gates open at 6:00 PM), just 30 minutes from Cypress. This annual tradition features holiday music performed by Conroe ISD student musicians, filling the night with nostalgic tunes and a sense of community. It’s a heartwarming, free event that captures the magic of Christmas, so don’t miss it!
Christmas Market
- Old Town Spring -403 Main St, Spring, TX 77373
The 44th Annual Old Town Spring Home for the Holidays runs every weekend from November 9, 2024, through Christmas. This festive hometown celebration features dazzling lights, live entertainment, family activities, and photos with Santa. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, strolling performers, and local shops filled with unique holiday gifts. It’s the perfect way to create lasting holiday memories in a charming setting.
- Creekside Winter Makers Market – The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park
Discover unique gifts and local talent at the Creekside Winter Makers Market! With over 40 craft vendors, handmade goods, and artisanal items, it’s the perfect spot for holiday shopping. Enjoy a Kid Zone, DIY crafting sessions, and food trucks for a festive, family-friendly experience.
- The Woodlands High School Band Holiday Market – The Woodlands High School, 6101 Research Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Discover a free, family-friendly shopping event on December 7, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM! Browse unique offerings from local artisans, makers, and small businesses, including art, jewelry, boutique clothing, home and holiday décor, gourmet food, food trucks, and more. Don’t miss this festive shopping experience!
Charitable Acts
- 23rd Annual Children in Santa’s Dreams Toy Drive – Conroe ISD
The Conroe ISD Police Department invites you to support the 23rd Annual Children in Santa’s Dreams Toy Drive! From Monday, November 11, through Friday, December 13, donations of new, unwrapped toys for boys and girls of all ages will be collected at 33 Conroe ISD campus locations. These gifts will be wrapped and delivered to families in need, ensuring every child experiences the joy of Christmas.
- Grand Central Park Toy Drive – The Lake House, 1039 Lake House Drive / The Finding Place, 750 Grand Central Parkway in Conroe, TX
Grand Central Park invites you to “Share the Joy, Give a Toy” during its annual toy drive, happening December 1–10. Donate new, unwrapped toys at The Lake House (1039 Lake House Drive) daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, or at The Finding Place (750 Grand Central Parkway) from 10 AM to 5 PM Monday through Saturday, and noon to 5 PM on Sunday. All collected toys will be distributed to children in need by the Conroe Police Department, spreading holiday cheer throughout the community.
- The Big Wrap: Community Night of Giving – 5922 Washington Avenue Houston, TX 77007
Join the special holiday event at Forget Me Not, transformed into a festive workshop filled with great music, delicious food and drinks, and a warm sense of community. Bring a toy to donate and help wrap gifts for kids who might otherwise miss out on the joy of the season—or simply join the festivities as we prepare these special packages. Let’s share laughs, meet new friends, and celebrate the spirit of giving back, one gift at a time!
Church Events
- Christmas Dessert and Worship at The Woodlands Methodist Church – 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Welcome the season on Thursday, December 5, with an inspiring evening of fellowship, worship, and an uplifting message. Enjoy delicious desserts and charcuterie catered by Graze Craze before hearing from Jennifer Rothschild—acclaimed author, speaker, and Bible study teacher.
- West Conroe Baptist Church – 1855 Longmire Rd., Conroe, TX US 77304
Celebrate a festive evening on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM with family and friends! Enjoy a snowy wonderland featuring a sled hill, ice rink, inflatable obstacle course, petting zoo, electric train, photo booths, food, and games. Pastor Jesse will share the Christmas story at 7:15 PM and 8:45 PM. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
- Christmas at The Ark Church – 450 Humble Tank Rd Conroe, TX 77304
Experience the magic of Christmas at The Ark on Sunday, December 22 at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM, and Tuesday, December 24 at 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:00 PM! Enjoy a heartwarming program filled with music, inspiration, and the timeless story of Jesus' birth, perfect for the whole family. Children’s classes for birth through 5th grade will be available on Sunday, offering treats, fun, and a special age-appropriate Christmas message. Christmas Eve services will be family-style, with the entire family together in the main auditorium. A Nursing Mom's Room will be available during all services, and a Christmas Toy Drive will run through December 15.
Upcoming New Year's Event
- Masquerade Ball – New Year's Eve Countdown – 2301 N Millbend Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in grand style at our Masquerade Ball on December 31, 2024, where mystery meets elegance in the stunning Grand Ballroom. Dress to impress in masquerade-inspired cocktail attire and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with luxury, entertainment, and festive delights as we ring in the New Year in spectacular fashion.
- New Year's Eve Downtown – Downtown, Houston, United States
Downtown Houston will come alive with the energy, excitement, and unity that define the city, offering everything from free events to exclusive parties. Celebrate the New Year with friends, family, and the entire community as we count down to midnight together! 🎊✨ Tuesday, December 31, 2024, 8:00 PM to Wednesday, January 1, 2025, 2:00 AM.
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