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Top Holiday Events In Downtown Houston

Updated: May 6

Planning to go to an event in downtown Houston this coming holiday season?


Well, you’ve made the right decision because downtown Houston indeed sparkles with holiday magic! From captivating light displays to joyful celebrations, there's something for everyone.


Below are some of the top holiday events you should not miss!



Holiday Lights

1 Discovery Green Events

Skate with Santa!


In this magical event, children of all ages are invited to join for a special ice skating event where Santa Claus, embodying diverse ethnicities, will be your skating companion. Glide across the glistening rink, surrounded by festive lights and the laughter of happy children.


Hatha Yoga


Join Andria Dugas for a revitalizing Hatha Yoga class focusing on enhancing awareness and building a strong, healthy body through basic vinyasa sequences. Classes are free, but on-site registration is required. Bring a towel, water, and your yoga mat, and kickstart your weekend with mindful wellness.


Discovery Green Flea presented by Green Mountain Energy


Discover Flea by Night, an open-air market featuring local artists and small businesses with unique goods. Enjoy the festive "A Happy Houston Holiday" musical performance from 6-8 pm on Avenida Plaza, and treat yourself to diverse delights from rotating food trucks. It's a vibrant gathering of unique finds, live music, and tasty treats


Fiestas Navidenas – Univision


Join the festive fun at Univision's Holiday Celebration, too! Enjoy gifts, a snow mountain, Christmas tunes, and a free photo opportunity with Santa. Don't miss out on this joyful event for the whole family!


Music Trends Through the Decades


Take a trip through the years with "Music Trends Through the Decades." Whether reliving your favorite tunes or discovering them for the first time, it will surely be an amazing journey through the top hits that have defined each era of music history. Get ready to immerse yourself in the melodies that have stood the test of time!


The Nightmare Before Christmas: Bank of America’s Screen on the Green


Escape the ordinary scares with "The Nightmare Before Christmas" at Bank of America's Screen on the Green. Join Pumpkin King Jack Skellington as he seeks to bring the joy of Christmas to his spooky world.


This family-friendly film runs for 76 minutes and includes Spanish subtitles. It's a unique blend of Halloween and Christmas magic that promises fun for everyone.


Carols on the Green with Houston Grand Opera


This annual event celebrates the community's diverse cultures with music highlighting Hanukkah, Christmas, and the season. Enjoy enchanting performances by local ensembles, guest artists, and the HGO Chorus, Butler Studio, and Bauer Family High School Voice Studio. Definitely a festive evening under the Downtown Houston night sky!


2 Toyota Center


For King And Country


Toyota Center welcomes the Grammy award-winning duo for KING + COUNTRY on December 17th for their Drummer Boy Christmas Tour!


Brothers Joel and Luke will bring holiday joy to Houston, performing Christmas classics and favorites like "Little Drummer Boy" from A Drummer Boy Christmas and their #1 hit single "Love Me Like I Am" from the recent Billboard Top 200 album "What Are We Waiting For?". It's indeed a remarkable night of Christmas spirit that you won't want to miss!


WWE Live - Holiday Tour


On December 28th, get ready to watch your favorite WWE Superstars, including Bobby Lashley, Asuka, Austin Theory, Charlotte Flair, Bianca Belair, The LWO, The Street Profits, and many more, all in action live! It's an exciting event that wrestling fans won't want to miss.


3 Trebly Park


Santa Paws

Are you a pet parent? Gather your furry friends and join Santa Paws—an opportunity to snap a free holiday picture with Santa, savor pupuccinos, groove to live music, and explore some paw-some doggie vendors. This event is happening every Saturday from November 18 to January 2, between 2-4 p.m. It's a pet-acular way to celebrate the holiday season!


Movies Under the Stars: Bad Santa


Get ready for an evening of laughs! In this dark comedy, the grumpy Willie T. Stokes and his partner come together annually for a holiday scam. Disguised as a mall Santa and his elf, they pull off heists on Christmas Eve.


"Bad Santa" is more than just a dark comedy; it's a rollercoaster of laughter, unexpected warmth, and redemption. Don't miss this chance to experience the holidays like never before.

BONUS: Green Street Shopping Mall’s BLCK Holiday Market


Experience the ultimate holiday shopping extravaganza at Green Street Shopping Mall on Saturday, December 16th, 2023, starting at 1:00 PM.


This holiday market offers a vibrant mix of music, food, and unique finds from over 50 local black-owned businesses. From handmade jewelry to artistic candles, the vendors have curated one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones.

Final Thoughts


As the cityscape of Downtown Houston transforms into a festive panorama during the holiday season, the top events offer an enchanting escape into the spirit of celebration.


As you navigate the holiday wonderland, remember that these events at the heart of Houston are not just gatherings; they are moments etched in the memory of a season filled with warmth, merriment, and the shared joy of the holidays.


Conveniently, visitors can enhance their experience by using 1112 Clay Garage downtown Houston parking spaces, providing safe and easy access to the heart of the festive activities.


It's time to schedule your holiday activities now!




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