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Things to Do in December
Hello Woodlands’ “Things To Do” monthly guide highlights events, activities, and things to do this December in The Woodlands and Montgomery County area PLUS ways to give back and support local. Be sure to check back on Hello Woodlands for updates and events!
DECEMBER 2024
FEATURED EVENTS
November & December 2024 – Picture Perfect Holiday Contest at Grand Central Park – Come celebrate the holiday season at Grand Central Park! Capture your family memories, selfies or pup portraits with the dazzling holiday lights and a breathtaking tree canopy backdrop at The Lake House located at 1039 Lake House Drive, Conroe TX 77304. While visiting the community, stop by for a tour and visit our 10 beautiful model homes! Enter your photos at GrandCentralParkTX.com for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Learn More
December 2024 – Classes and Programs at Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center – Canopy is a cancer survivorship on the campus of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center. Canopy is open to men and women, no matter where you were treated, and for any kind of cancer – at no cost to you. If your life has been impacted, whether you were the patient or the caregiver, you have a safe haven at Canopy. December is full with programs and classes at Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center! Learn more about Canopy here.
December 5, 2024 – Holly Jolly Jingle – While Christmas comes but once a year, a live performance like Holly Jolly Jingle can make the whole season feel bright. This annual tradition is inspiring on so many levels: Hearing beloved holiday music performed live makes the spirit soar with nostalgic wonder. Adding your own voice to the tune instills a sense of community all too often forgotten. And knowing that all of the music is performed by student musicians from Conroe ISD is sure to give hope for the future. It’s the only show as magical as Christmas morning itself – don’t miss it! Especially since it’s completely free to attend. Learn More
December 5, 2024 – Holiday Benefit Concert – You are invited to attend Lone Star College-Montgomery Music and Dance Department’s annual Holiday Benefit Concert on Thursday, December 5 at 7:00pm in the Mainstage Theatre (D100). All proceeds will benefit the charity, Sleep in Heavenly Peace. This concert will showcase the Concert Choir and Chamber Singers conducted by Dr. Mark Marotto, the Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble directed by Reese Burgan, the Creekside Civic Orchestra directed by Dr. Jackson Guillen, and the Dance Department choreographed by Ashley Clos. Come enjoy seasonal music and festive performances by the Music and Dance Department! Purchase Tickets
December 6, 2024 – 20th Annual Signatures Author Series – The John Cooper School’s 20th Anniversary Signatures Author Series will be held on Friday, December 6 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. The John Cooper School Signatures Author Series luncheon is a highly anticipated annual event benefiting The Fine Arts Council of the school. This community event includes Visiting Authors book sales and signings, a fabulous luncheon, a book signing with the keynote author, a Signatures-themed drawing, and a private VIP reception for key sponsors. Previous speakers include best-selling authors Barbara Bush, Anthony Bourdain, Nicholas Sparks, and most recently Alka Joshi. Purchase Tickets
December 8, 2024 – Christmas Fest – Come enjoy fun for the whole family at Christmas Fest! Join us on Sunday, December 8, at 4:00 p.m. on the Fairway and Robb Plaza at The Woodlands Methodist Church. With rides, live music, crafts, food and more, Christmas Fest offers something for everyone! Invite your family, friends and neighbors to this free event as we kick off the Christmas season together. Find more information at thewoodlandsmethodist.org/Christmas
December 14, 2024 – National Wreaths Across America Day Ceremony – Donate a fresh evergreen wreath in honor of a veteran! Forest Park – The Woodlands and Wreaths Across America are remembering veterans with a special ceremony and wreath placements on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11 a.m. Wreaths Across America will be at Forest Park The Woodlands Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud. Sponsor a wreath here.
Repeat the Sounding Joy – Christmas is a season filled with joy — from the gatherings to the gifts, from the lights to the music. But the true joy of Christmas is Jesus. Let’s embrace that joy and let it fill our hearts, our homes and our communities.
This Christmas, celebrate the joy of the season with us at The Woodlands Methodist Church on our four campuses in The Woodlands, Woodforest, Montgomery and Creekside. “Let every heart prepare Him room” as we rejoice in God’s gift to us all — Jesus. Learn more at twmc.org/Christmas
Celebrate the Joy of the Season
- Family Christmas service
- Special needs family worship
- Traditional candlelight worship
- Casual/contemporary candlelight worship
- A special service for those who are grieving
View services at twmc.org/Christmas
Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen The Woodlands is celebrating 15 Years in The Woodlands! Russo’s has been serving up the best New York Style Pizza and authentic Italian cuisine for years. The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation all the way from Naples and Sicily. Russo’s mission is to serve New York style pizza and authentic Italian food worldwide so that you’ll be able to enjoy the delicious, traditional Russo family recipes. Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen The Woodlands is located at 3335 College Park Dr #300, The Woodlands, TX, 77384. Learn more and view the menu here
THINGS TO DO
Anytime – Volunteer, Make a Donation, or Get Involved in a Local Nonprofit Organization! – Learn more about nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County by reading our “Nonprofit of the Month” interviews here.
Saturday–Sunday – Local Farmers and Artisan Markets – Visit a local market! Learn more about The Woodlands Farmers Market, Grand Central Park Artisan Market, Farmers Market on Tamina, Tomball Farmers Market, Main Street Market, and more. Discover local markets here.
Today – December 2024 – Get your glow on with Pure Green The Woodlands‘ new POM Glow Smoothie! 🌟 Packed with antioxidants from pomegranate and a refreshing boost to keep you fueled and glowing all day long! 💪🍹 Stop by Pure Green to try it today! Order for Pick Up
November 1 – December 31, 2024 – Holiday Helpings Food and Funds Drive – Montgomery County Food Bank’s annual holiday food and funds drive, Holiday Helpings, is running from November 1 to December 31. Waste Connections returns as the Presenting Sponsor, continuing their invaluable support of the Food Bank’s mission. Everyone in Montgomery County—residents, businesses, and schools—is encouraged to participate and join the fight against hunger this holiday season. With the high need for food assistance in Montgomery County, the community’s involvement is more critical than ever to ensure no family goes hungry. Learn More
November 16, 2024 – January 20, 2025 – The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center is now open to the public. Located in the heart of The Woodlands, the 21,000-square-foot facility offers an ice rink perfect for skaters of all ages and skill levels. From Thursday Night Trivia to meeting Santa while sipping hot cocoa, special events provide memorable moments that go beyond the regular skating experience. Learn more and book now here
November 22, 2024 – January 4, 2025 – Festival of Lights – Experience the joy of the season with your family at The Festival of Lights at Woodlands Church. This outdoor holiday experience includes a walkthrough light display show, music, and a family-friendly experience for all ages. Tickets to the new Festival of Lights Christmas Path range from $10-$20 for ages 5 and above. All proceeds benefit local missions. Admission to the Festival of Lights Plaza area is free (the same area that was free in 2023). Learn More
December 2024 – Scooter’s Coffee – Visit local Scooter’s Coffee locations (26551 Kuykendahl Rd. and 24527 Gosling Rd.) for special events and Spirit Days this September! Download the Scooter’s Coffee app to also get $2 off your first order, Free Birthday Drink, Earn Smiles, and Mobile Order Ahead Promos! Download the app here.
December 1, 2024 –The Woodlands Cars & Coffee for a Cause – The Woodlands Car Club car enthusiasts gather at Market Street the first Sunday of each month from 6:30-10:00 a.m. to provide a fun and creative way to give back to our community. All types of cars/vehicles from classics, hot rods, exotics, and more are welcome. The Woodlands Car Club shares information about needful non-profit organizations in Montgomery County, and gives back through donations to the Market Street “Change for Charities” program. Learn More
December 1, 2024 – City Place Tree Lighting – City Place’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration returns to the upper and lower plazas on Sunday, December 1 from 3-7 pm. Open to the public and free of charge, the lively event serves as a countdown to the illumination of the shimmering – and floating – 35-foot Christmas landmark rising from the City Place Park’s main pond. Santa will make an appearance at the festivities, which also include a curated holiday market and a variety of family-friendly activations such as face painters, balloon twisters, a letters to Santa station, and a kid’s ornament craft area sponsored by Harmony Schools. To add to the holiday magic, a play area with real snow will be featured in the Upper Plaza, along with a hot chocolate bar and a DJ who will help spread holiday cheer with festive remixes. Learn More
December 3, 2024 – Conroe Tree Lighting Ceremony – The Tree Lighting Celebration officially kicks off Christmas in Conroe. Don’t miss this magical, picture perfect moment at 6:30 p.m. at Heritage Place Park located at 500 Metcalf St. in Conroe. Learn More
December 3, 2024 – Christmas on Main – The Downtown Merchants with the Conroe Downtown Area Association is preparing for the 8th Annual Christmas on Main to take place after the Annual Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 3rd from 6:30pm until 9:30pm throughout the streets of Main, Simonton, and Metcalf and N Thompson. Founder’s Plaza will be the center of music by the Jazz Connection starting promptly at 7 p.m. and will also serve as the drop off for tickets to win bicycles that night. Learn More
December 4, 2024 – Wine & Wills: entertaining, educational & interactive spin on estate planning 101 – Join Weygandt Law on Wednesday, December 4 at 6 to 8 p.m. for Wine & Wills! This entertaining, educational & interactive estate planning seminar is designed to help you plan for the inevitable. You will learn how you can have peace of mind knowing you are keeping your family in tune. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required: Register Here
December 5, 2024 – Christmas Dessert & Worship at The Woodlands Methodist Church – Celebrate the arrival of the season at The Woodlands Methodist Church on Thursday, December 5, with an evening of fellowship, powerful worship, and an uplifting message. We begin at 6 p.m. with dessert and charcuterie catered by Graze Craze, followed by a message from author, speaker, and Bible study teacher Jennifer Rothschild in the Sanctuary at 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets and learn more here.
Grow with us! The Woodlands Christian Academy challenges students to reach their highest potential – intellectually, creatively, physically and socially – for the glory of Jesus Christ. Our dedicated teachers and diverse programs inspire and develop your child’s unique talents. Experience firsthand our love for learning and commitment to character development. Pre-K through 12th grade tours are open weekly. Come see the beautiful 40-acre campus, meet the staff, and learn what being a Warrior is all about. Visit the website to book your tour today! Book Your Tour Today
December 6, 2024 – Deck the Pines – Pine Market will be ring, ting, tingling and jingling, 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 6, when Deck the Pines returns to Woodforest. The free event at 791 Fish Creek Thoroughfare will kick off the holiday season with a tree lighting at 7 p.m., live nativity animals, DJ Chico, rides, face painting, balloon artists and more. Santa will be on hand for holiday photos with the kids. Pine Market businesses will be handing out special treats. Learn More
December 7, 2024 – Artisan Market – Discover locally made foods, flowers, art and crafts at the Grand Central Park Artisan Market! Nestled in the heart of our community, come stroll through a unique selection of handcrafted treasures and artisanal treats. It’s the perfect destination to immerse yourself in our creative community. Enjoy over 50 local vendors, pet adoptions, DJ music and food trucks! Learn more
December 7, 2024 – Creekside Winter Makers Market – Find unique gifts and discover local talent at this brand new event! Featuring over 40 unique craft vendors, the Creekside Winter Makers Market is the perfect opportunity to discover local talent and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday season. From handmade crafts to artisanal goods, attendees will find something special for everyone on their gift list. This vibrant and festive event will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Recreation Center at Rob Fleming, located at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX. Learn more
December 7, 2024 – Parade of Lights “The Magic of Christmas” – The Parade of Lights “The Magic of Christmas” is an exciting family-friendly event hosted by the Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber of Commerce, held at Unity Park & Nichols Sawmill beginning at 5:30 p.m. Learn More
December 7, 2024 – Glow and Go 5K – Glow and Go 5K (Holiday Edition) will take place on Saturday, December 7, along The Woodlands Waterway beginning at 6 p.m. Glow and Go 5K is produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department and is a USA Track and Field (USATF) sanctioned event. The chip-timed 5K course will incorporate the full length of the Waterway, providing a scenic route and fun, enjoyable atmosphere fostering friendly competition. The 5K race is open to runners of all abilities and recommended for participants ages 10 and older. Runners are encouraged to dress in their best holiday attire and glow! Registration fee of $35 includes finisher medal and participant packet. Learn more
Come SOAR with us! The Woodlands Methodist School serves PreK through 8th grade and provides a joyful, Christian education through which children develop a lifelong love of learning, pursue excellence, and positively impact the world. Find out how to become an Eagle and schedule a tour by calling 281-822-8220 or visit http://bit.ly/TWMSchool. Schedule a Tour
December 10, 2024 – Café con Miguel with Andrés Briceño – Every month Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber President, Miguel Lopez, sits down with a business owner/community leader, with someone from the area for an unrehearsed fire-side chat. Join MCHC on Tuesday, December 10 at 8 a.m. when Miguel sits down with Andrés Briceño. Register Here
December 13-15, 2024 – Tomball German Festival Christmas Market – The Tomball German Festival Christmas Market in downtown Tomball features a fantastic lineup of over 150 street vendors, four live music stages, over 30 entertainers, and fun for the entire family. Learn More
December 14, 2024 – Historic Montgomery Christmas Parade – The Historic Montgomery Christmas Parade kicks off at 10 a.m. and winds through Historic Downtown Montgomery, showcasing the city’s array of civic organizations, school spirit, and other groups that participate every year. Come early to avoid traffic and start shopping! Bring your holiday spirit to Montgomery to cheer for the parade, shop in the holiday market, and tour the historic buildings that are open for this wonderful day of events. Learn More
December 14, 2024 – Toby Powell Conroe Christmas Celebration – Make plans to bring the family to Heritage Park in downtown Conroe for the Toby Powell Conroe Christmas Celebration. This free annual event will have photos with Santa, vendor booths, inflatables, fun booths, concessions, and stage performances. The event runs from 11:00am – 4:00pm. The Kiwanis Christmas Parade begins in downtown Conroe at 1:00pm. Don’t miss out on fun Christmas-themed floats with Santa making his appearance at the end! Learn More
December 14, 2024 – Conroe Symphony Orchestras “Christmas Around The World” Concert – The Conroe Symphony Orchestra invites you to embark on a festive global adventure with their upcoming holiday concert, “Christmas Around the World” on December 14. The orchestra will fill Conroe’s community with melodies inspired by Christmas traditions from across the globe, celebrating the beauty and diversity of the season through music. Learn More
December 15, 2024 – Messiah Sing-Along – The Woodlands Methodist Church’s Music Ministry choir, orchestra and soloists will present select portions of Handel’s Messiah for a sing-along on Sunday, December 15, at 5 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Whether you come to sing along on the choruses or just to enjoy this beautiful sacred music, you are invited to this hour-long free event. Make plans to share in this special musical experience. Learn More
December 19, 2024 – Seller Educational Webinar – Uncover the essential factors that can make or break your home sale, shared by one of the community’s leading real estate experts! Join Haley Garcia of the Haley Garcia Group for a complimentary Seller Educational Webinar on Thursday, December 19 at 12-1 p.m. Register for free here
December 20, 2024 – Trombone Christmas Concert – The Woodlands Trombone Christmas Concert is given to promote and encourage the fellowship and musicianship of slide trombone players through the performance of Christmas music. Be sure to tell your friends and join us for this year’s free Trombone Christmas Concert at 5:30 p.m. in Central Park at Market Street. Learn More
December 21, 2024 – TUBACHRISTMAS – Enjoy a live performance of traditional Christmas music performed by TUBACHRISTMAS presented in Central Park on December 21st! Learn More
December 25, 2024 – Merry Christmas!
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