Christmas Eve
SATURDAY
December 24, 2022
- Breakfast With Santa at the Hilton Americas-Houston – The annual event at Hilton Americas-Houston’s 1600 Bar + Grille is back and is perfect for all ages. Reservations via OpenTable are highly recommended. $30 and up. 9am to 1pm.
- Santa’s Jolly Visit at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center – If you’ve got last-minute wishes for Santa Claus, this is the place to be. Bring your list and your camera so you can snap pictures with him before he heads out on his Christmas Eve sleigh ride. $15 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 2pm.
- The Muppets Christmas Carol Movie Screening & Brunch at Wild Oats – Enjoy brunch while you watch the Muppets offer their take on the Dickens classic. The family-style meal has its own Muppets-inspired items, like Al-Gonzo’s Meat and Cheese Board and Miss Figgy Pudding. $50 for adults; $35 for children. Seatings at 11am and 3pm.
- Family Fun at Painting With A Twist – The Midtown location offers this hands-on class, where you’ll paint a llama decked out for Christmas and ready to party. $28 and up. 11:30am to 1pm.
- Cocktails & Candle Making at La Bougie Wick – This hands-on workshop in West Houston shows you how to make your own candle, to keep or give away. Enjoy cocktails while creating your masterpiece and snap selfies in a special photo area. $50. Noon to 2pm.
Feast of the Seven Fishes
at Rosalie Italian Soul
Saturday, December 24
The C. Baldwin Hotel restaurant in Downtown offers this Italian tradition with dishes such as monkfish and spaghetti alla chianti.
Prices vary | 5pm to 10pm
- Holiday Market with Santa at Traders Village | No Cover – Shop for last-minute Christmas gifts and take in a visit with Santa to ask for your own at the popular Northwest Houston marketplace. No cover, but parking is $5. Noon to 4pm.
- The Polar Express Movie Screening at First Colony Mall | FREE – Bring the whole family out to Sugar Land and watch a screening of the beloved animated holiday movie, starring Tom Hanks. 2pm.
- Slay All Day Drag Show at Social Beer Garden | No Cover – Spectacular drag performances and comedy, along with bottomless mimosas highlight this event in Midtown. 2pm to 4pm.
- Feast of the Seven Fishes at Roma – The Rice Village restaurant offers a traditional Italian, seafood-laden Christmas Eve dinner. Seven fish dishes across three courses are served, including calamari over squid ink pasta, seared salmon and grilled tuna, and sliced octopus salad. Reservations are required. $69.50 per person. 3pm to 9pm.
- Feast of the Seven Fishes at Rosalie Italian Soul – The C. Baldwin Hotel restaurant in Downtown offers this Italian tradition with dishes such as monkfish and spaghetti alla chianti. Menu prices vary. 5pm to 10pm.
- Dial Up: ‘90s and Y2K Dance Party at the Secret Group | FREE – Head to EaDo to dance this Christmas Eve away while grooving out to tunes of the ‘90s and early 2000s. 9pm to 2am.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
Christmas Day
SUNDAY
December 25, 2022
- Christmas Brunch Buffet at Toro Toro – The restaurant in Downtown’s Four Seasons Hotel offers a blend of traditional and pan-Latin dishes, along with an omelet station, house made pastries, lobster bisque with caviar, beef tenderloin and delicious desserts. Reservations required. $145 per person. 10am to 3pm.
- Christmas Day Lunch at Shanghai River – This River Oaks longtime favorite is open for dining on Christmas Day, offering a massive menu of Hunan and Szechuan selections. Prices vary. 11am to 10pm.
- Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody at iPic Houston – The plush movie theater in the River Oaks District screens this brand new film about the extraordinary Grammy Award–winning singer’s life. Enjoy food and drink for an extra charge while you watch the movie. Tickets start at $14. Times vary.
- Skating at the Ice at Discovery Green – After you’ve unwrapped the presents, head to Downtown for some cold weather skating on the ice rink at Discovery Green. $17; including skate rental. 1pm to 7pm.
- Potluck Christmas Dinner at Franklin’s Tower | FREE – Head to Spring and meet new friends at this community dinner. Bring a dish to share or just yourself and enjoy the spirit of the season. 2pm.
- 30 Foot Fall Christmas Show at Numbers Nightclub – Idiginis, Phantom Punk, Fuska and more perform in a lineup that offers punk, reggae, ska and other genres to dance off Christmas dinner. $20. 8pm to 2am.
- Molly & the Ringwalds in Concert at Continental Club | No Cover – The much-loved and lauded ’80s cover band performs live on the Mid-Main block. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
MONDAY
December 26, 2022
- Real Snow Days at Children’s Museum Houston – There’s a 100-percent chance of snow in Houston as the museum’s courtyard is transformed into a winter wonderland, ready for family frolicking. $15 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 6pm.
- Make Slime at Funtastick Labs – Head to Katy to create your own ooey, gooey slime. Admission includes slime creation and up to five toppings, such as glitter, charms and more. $25. 11am to 5pm.
- Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston – This dazzling light show allows you explore the illuminated wonders on the grounds of a favorite Space City attraction. $19.95 and up. Times vary.
- Boxing Day at Rienzi | FREE – Explore this stunning European decorative arts mansion while you create your own crafts, listen to holiday music and take in a gallery talk by curator Misty Flores. 1pm to 4pm.
- Shen Yun at Jones Hall – The artistic troupe offers a journey through China’s history and culture through music and dance. $80 and up. 2pm and 7pm.
- Dexter’s Laughatory: A Stand-Up Comedy Showcase at the Secret Group – Dexter Gutierrez hosts this comedy showcase, filled with laughs and a few experiments. $5. 8pm to 10pm.
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