The holiday season has arrived in Houston! Not sure of what to do—or where to park? Here are just a few of SpotHero’s favorite holiday activities.
Zoo Lights at Houston Zoo
Dates: 11/22/24-1/5/25
Location: 6200 Hermann Park Drive
Price: Varies depending on date, advance tickets required, available for purchase here.
Details: This annual holiday favorite is back! In these eco-friendly displays, people of all ages can enjoy old favorites like the hanging canopy of glowing flowers and animal-themed lanterns in the holiday grove. Come and stroll with a cup of hot chocolate and roast marshmallows at the s’mores making station.
Tomball German Christmas Market
Dates: 12/13-15
Location: 201 S. Elm Street, Tomball
Price: Free!
Details: Enjoy food, live music, performances, and much more at this three-day celebration of German culture. With over 150 vendors, this street fair truly has something for everyone!
A Very Merry Pops
Dates: 12/12-15
Location: Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana Street
Price: Varies, tickets available here.
Details: Celebrate the season with this holiday concert, complete with carols and festive favorites!
Holiday in the Gardens
Dates: 11/23/24-1/125, 4-10 p.m.
Location: Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Boulevard
Price: Varies, rates and tickets available here.
Details: Check out this annual holiday extravaganza, complete with a lights festival, an elaborate ice display, food and games!
Houston Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Dates: 11/29-12/29
Location: The Brown Theater, 501 Texas Avenue
Price: Varies, tickets available here.
Details: This holiday classic is a sight to behold with Stanton Welch’s The Nutcracker. Join Clara as she journeys through a magical land, complete with princes, sword fights, and, of course, sugar plum fairies.
A Christmas Carol
Dates: 11/15-12/29
Location: The Alley Theater, 615 Texas Avenue
Price: Varies depending on section. Tickets available here.
Details: Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of self-discovery in this stage adaptation of the classic Dickens Novella.
Airport Parking
If you’re catching a flight this holiday season, consider parking near the airport. It’s a smart way to save money on holiday travel without adding a ton of time to your trip. Parking facilities near the airport offer free shuttles to the terminal, too.
Hobby Airport:
Happy parking to all, and to all a good night!