The holidays have arrived and there's no better place to fill up on cheer than in the heart of Houston. With free classic holiday film screenings, performing arts, outdoor ice-skating and fantastic decor, Downtown Houston has plenty of opportunities for merry-making this year.

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Tue Nov. 30 2021

Winter Wanderland on Bagby Street

City Hall/Hermann Square

Discover the magic of the season by embarking on a festive adventure under the stars and lights. You won’t want to miss Houston’s newest holiday destination, a series of unique ...
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Tue Nov. 30 2021

Mistletoe on the Go

Market Square Park

Pucker up—Texas’ biggest mistletoe ball is coming back to downtown this holiday season. Mistletoe on the Go!, a 150-inch ball of kiss-inducing greenery hanging from a 15-foot giant candy cane, ...
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Tue Nov. 30 2021

Nutcracker Chocolate Display

Hilton Americas-Houston

Hilton Americas-Houston’s iconic lobby chocolate display is back this year with Nutcracker theme. Their pastry chefs will build a chocolatey scene that depicts a girl who befriends a nutcracker that ...
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Tue Nov. 30 2021

City Lights at Avenida Houston

Avenida Houston

What better way to kick off your holiday season than with the lights and trees of City Lights at Avenida Houston?  You'll find that and much more at the George ...
Entertainment, *HOLIDAY*
Tue Nov. 30 2021

Texas Winter Lights

Marriott Marquis

Texas Winter Nights transforms Altitude Rooftop & Pool with winter lights, interactive displays, and selfie stations throughout our iconic Texas-shaped lazy river. Float through the lazy river, heated all winter ...
Entertainment, *HOLIDAY*
Thu Dec. 02 2021

Dive-in Holiday Movie: Last Christmas

Marriott Marquis

Cozy up near the fire pit with a cocktail and popcorn and enjoy holiday movie favorites poolside every Thursday night at Texas Winter Lights. 
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Tue Nov. 30 2021

Main Street Lights

Historic Market Square

Stroll along Main Street and take in the twinkling lights bringing the holiday spirit to Downtown! From the larger-than-life “NOEL” at Main Street Square to the sparking trees and banners ...

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Celebrate the Holidays in Good Taste with Phoenicia: A Cheese Plate to Remember

It’s no secret that Phoenicia is the city’s go-to spot for a dizzying array of gourmet international foods and hard-to-find ingredients. Every trip to the two-story location at 1001 Austin ...
Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown Houston

This holiday season, the Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) invites Houstonians and visitors to celebrate the winter holidays with shopping, sightseeing and special events in Downtown Houston. With free ...
Holiday Office Party REIMAGINED

This year, give your party planning committee a break and switch up your classic holiday celebration and office outings for some memories Downtown! Spend an evening out and about as ...
Downtown’s Family-Friendly Holiday Guide

Whether you’re looking for a Saturday afternoon ice skating soiree with the little ones, or something for your extended family to do while in town – we’ve got you covered. ...
Deck the Theater District with Boughs of Great Holiday Performances!

Theater District Houston organizations are preparing to spread some holiday cheer with some new – and traditional – performances that are sure to leave theatergoers in the festive spirit. From ...
Houston Hotels Celebrate the Holidays

OOH, LA LA AT LE MÉRIDIEN |1121 WALKER At Le Méridien, guests enjoy an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere accompanied by room views that overlook the city. Starting Thanksgiving weekend, the first ...
Celebrate the Holidays in Good Taste with Phoenicia: Wines, Stocking Stuffers & Gourmet Gifts!

Every trip to the two-story location at 1001 Austin Street yields new discoveries and culinary possibilities, and that’s never been more needed than this holiday season when families and friends ...
Winter Wanderland on Bagby

Welcome to Winter Wanderland on Bagby Street, where you can discovery the best and jolliest the season has to offer, right in your very own Downtown Houston. When the holiday ...
Holiday Treasure Hunting

McCoy’s Fine Cigars | 900 Capitol  A Downtown staple since 1993, you’ll find a variety of cigars and accessories such as Arturo Fuente, Oliva, Montecristo and much more. What we ...
Make Your Spirits Bright

The holiday season is in full swing! Downtown’s trees now sparkle with bright, colorful lights, sunny floral bouquets have been swapped out with poinsettias and your favorite bartenders are putting ...
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