The holiday season is officially upon us, which means we’re getting our “fa la la” on in South Texas! From sip and shop holiday markets in Pearland to a winter wonderland of family-fun in Houston, we’ve lined up all the festive events and activities happening these next few months.

Pearland:

Holiday Market at BAKFISH Brewing – December 4, 2021 from 12pm-2pm

Dress in your best festive outfit and bring the whole family out. Grab a hot cocoa or cold beer as you stroll through the local vendors and artists from across the area.

Santa Party at Vallenson’s Brewing – December 9, 2021 from 4pm-9pm

Sip, sip, hooray! Nothing makes the holidays a bit more merry like a visit to Vallenson’s. Enjoy craft beer, especially soda for the kiddos, a gourmet pizza truck, and more.

Beaumont:

Holiday at Ford Park Southeast Texas Lights – November 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022

Enjoy a winter wonderland like no other in Beaumont’s Ford Park as nearly 200 structures and displays come to life with over 600,000 sparkling lights. There’s something for everyone of all ages with an ice skating rink, photos with Santa, beer garden, live entertainment, a petting zoo featuring live reindeer, and more.

Main Street Market – December 2, 3 & 4, 2021

Prepare yourself for a three-day, one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza featuring unique merchandise from more than 100 carefully selected vendors from Texas and across the country. Shop for clothing, gourmet foods, children’s items, jewelry and more during the market. Listen to live entertainment and expect a visit from someone special.

Houston:

City Lights at Avenida Houston – November 15, 2021 – January 2, 2022

Downtown Houston might as well be the North Pole with the return of City Lights at Avenida Houston. This event features all of the holiday musts: ice skating, countless sparkling lights, extravagant Christmas trees, theatrical performances, and even a poolside interactive lights and movie experience.

Galveston:

Dickens on the Strand – December 3, 4 & 5, 2021

We’re throwing it back to the 1800’s with this annual holiday street festival featuring Victorian-era strolling carolers, a crowd of live entertainers, food and drink stalls, and a sleuth of crafts, clothing, jewelry, decor, gifts, and more.