BRENHAM
Christmas Magic – Hermann Furniture Nov. 6 | 9am to 5:30pm Nov. 7 | 9am to 6pm Nov. 8 | 1 to 4pm hermannfurniture.com/hermann-happenings The store will be decked out from wall to wall in holiday cheer for its holiday fundraising event. Ten percent of the weekend’s sales will benefit the Heritage Society of Washington County. Visit for wine and hors d’oeuvres, mini-seminars, door prizes, and expert design ideas.
Holiday House Craft and Bake Sale – Washington County Fairgrounds Nov. 6 | 3 to 8pm Nov. 7 | 10am to 3pm visitbrenhamtexas.com The event features handcrafted decor, art, and food crafted by local and regional artisans to benefit the Brenham Pet Adoption Center. “Wine down” Friday night with a glass of wine, then come back the next morning to adopt a pet.
Seventh Annual Sugar Plum Market – Washington County Fairgrounds Nov. 21 | 9am to 4pm tinyurl.com/y4x5hft2 Enjoy holiday shopping in a beautiful indoor atmosphere. Choose from an array of quality items and great food, while listening to festive music. Admission and parking are free. This is a family friendly event.
The Game’s Afoot: Holmes for the Holidays – Unity Theatre Dec. 3 – Dec. 20 | Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays at 4pm unitybrenham.org/main-stage/#GamesAfoot It is December 1936, and Broadway star William Gillette has invited fellow cast members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. But when one of the guests is killed, the festivities turn dangerous. Set during the Christmas holidays, enjoy both thrills and laughs in this murder myster
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Christmas Stroll and Lighted Parade – Downtown Brenham Dec. 5 | 6pm jingle.cityofbrenham.org While tentative, the city of Brenham is making plans to host a healthy and safe Christmas parade through the heart of the city. Typically, this event occurs as part of an entire weekend of holiday events, including Breakfast with Santa, the Jingle Bell Market at Ant Street Inn, live music and dance performances, and a community Christmas Tree lighting. Check back on the website for more details to come.
Gary Morris Christmas – The Barnhill Center Dec. 12 | 7 to 9pm thebarnhillcenter.com/events Listen to the musical stylings of Texas-bred, country music singer-songwriter, and Broadway star Gary Morris. This seasonal performance will help raise funds for wounded and PTSD-affected veterans.
An Old-Fashioned Christmas Concert – Hohlt Park Amphitheatre Dec. 13 | 2pm facebook.com/BrenhamChildrensChorus The Brenham Children’s Choir will present an outdoor Christmas concert for the whole family. Further details will be posted on the chorus’ Facebook page.
BRYAN COLLEGE STATION
Santa’s Wonderland Nov. 13 – Dec. 30 santas-wonderland.com Have an unforgettable holiday experience at Santa’s Wonderland, the beloved Texas Christmas attraction. Celebrate with food, fun, shops, and live music, in addition to hayrides, horse-drawn carriages, and the popular Trail of Lights. For more information on early admission dates, visit the website.
Lights On! – Downtown Bryan Nov. 20 | 6pm downtownbryan.com Destination Bryan will kick off the holiday season with this annual celebration. While this event might look differently this year, the thousands of lights along Main Street and Bryan Avenue will still turn on to illuminate the picturesque historic downtown. This free, family-friendly event will include holiday photo backdrop stations, live music at the Palace Theater, and more.
College Station Noon Lions Christmas Tree Sale Starting Nov. 27 at 9am csnoonlions.org/events Get in the festive spirit and support a good cause by getting your Christmas tree at 2605 S. Texas Avenue on King Cole Drive across from the former College Station police station. The lot is open weekdays from 4 to 9pm and weekends from 9am to 9pm until all trees are sold. Prices range from $50 to $195 for 5-foot to 10-foot trees. Net proceeds from the event fund Lion charities and projects, such as Fun for All Playground, Texas Lions Camp, Leader Dog program, the purchase of eyeglasses and hearing devices locally, and other programs.
DRIVE THRU: Christmas in the Park – Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Dec. 4 | 6 to 10pm Dec. 5 | 6 to 10pm cstx.gov/christmas Enjoy more than one million lights as you drive through the park, which offers light displays in all shapes and sizes. Visitors can wave to Santa, drop off a wish list in the North Pole mailbox, grab an arts and crafts bag, get cookies and hot cocoa to-go, adopt a Holiday Parks Pal, and observe a traditional living nativity scene. Parking will not be allowed in the park.
Premiere Market for the Holidays – Brazos County Expo Dec. 4 | 9am to 5pm Dec. 5 | 9am to 5pm bvso.org/event/premiere-market-for-the-holidays The Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra presents its eighth annual Premiere Market, the only upscale, juried market in the Brazos Valley area. The market features unique specialty items, home accessories, clothing, gourmet foods, jewelry, and more from a variety of merchants. In addition to daylong shopping, the event features a holiday plant sale.
A Drummer Boy Drive-In: The Christmas Tour – Reed Arena Dec. 4 | 7:30pm (Gates open at 5:30pm) insitebrazosvalley.com/brazos-valley-events/reed-arena-welcomes-for-king-country Join brother duo For King & Country for a drive-in Christmas concert outside Reed Arena. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Salvation Army BCS.
Downtown Bryan Lighted Holiday Stroll Dec. 11 | 6pm facebook.com/events/1007552143079412 Stroll through downtown and view parade floats parked along the streets, festive window displays in businesses, thousands of lights, and more! Attractions include a video of The Nutcracker at The Palace Theater at 6pm, parade floats parked along the streets of downtown, storefronts decorated with festive window displays, and retail businesses open late for holiday shopping.
Howdy Holly-Days – Northgate District Dec. 12 | 5 to 9pm experiencebcs.com/event/howdy-holly-days-at-northgate/21451 College Station retail stores will set up along the Promenade on Patricia Street while Northgate bars and eateries offer holiday-themed drinks and specials. Whether you go for the photo-ops or the live music, this free event provides fun for the entire family.
Holiday Pops – Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra Dec. 13 | 5 to 7pm bvso.org/event/holiday-pops-a-brazos-valley-classic Director Marcelo Bussiki invites the entire family to hear classic holiday favorites, featuring performances by the Brazos Valley Symphony Brass, organist James Faith, and the Christ United Methodist Church Canticle Ringers. Find ticket information and pricing at the link above. This concert has been moved to online only.
Christmas Cellar Tour – Messina Hof Winery Dec. 18 | 6:30 to 8pm Dec. 19 | 6:30 to 8pm messinahof.com/events/post/christmas-cellar-tour5 Celebrate the holiday season at Messina Hof with a Christmas Cellar Tour — and a glass of warm, mulled wine. Stroll around the estate while listening to the history of the winery and its process of growing, fermenting, and producing its award-winning wines. Santa hats and tacky sweaters are encouraged.
Christmas Movies – Olsen Field and Blue Bell Park Dec. 19 | 5:30 and 7:30pm christmasincs.com 5:30pm - The Grinch (2018) 30-minute intermission featuring friends from Texas A&M and giveaways. 7:30pm - Elf Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the gate. Ages 2 and under are free. Concessions will also be open, so you can enjoy your favorite movie snacks! Social distancing and masks are required.
Holiday Artisan Market – Century Square Dec. 20 | noon to 4pm experiencebcs.com/event/holiday-artisan-market-at-century-square/21450/ Head over to Century Square for a local artisan market on The Green. From handmade soaps to holiday decor, this event offers a convenient way to pick up a unique, last-minute gift. The market is free to the public. Purchases will help to support vendors from across the Brazos Valley.
New Year’s Eve Party – Messina Hof Winery Dec. 31 | 9pm to 1am messinahof.com/events/post/new-years-eve-party Ring in 2021 with a New Year's Eve celebration — the winery way! Enjoy exclusive appetizers and decadent desserts, in addition to Messina Hof's award-winning wines. Drop by for a midnight toast featuring Texas sparkling wine, have your photo taken in a selfie booth, and more.
BURTON
Burton Christmas Market – Texas Cotton Gin Museum Dec. 12 | noon to 4pm burtontexas.org/farmersmarket Get into the holiday spirit with a holiday spin on the traditional Burton Farmers and Artisans Market. More details to come soon, but for now, save the date!
CALDWELL
Christmas on the Square – Downtown Caldwell Dec. 12 | TBA caldwelltx.gov/events/christmas-on-the-square Join Main Street Caldwell on the second Saturday in December for an old-fashioned Christmas celebration on the Square.
CHAPPELL HILL
Christmas Home Tour – Chappell Hill Garden Club Dec. 12 | 10am to 5pm chappellhillgardenclub.com Visit several wonderful homes in Chappell Hill decorated for the holidays. Don’t miss the Teddy Bear Parade at 3:30pm, the Round Top Ruggers Rug Show, and the Christmas tree contest. Buy tickets online and pick them up at The Bluebonnet House and Garden Center on the day of the event.
ROUND TOP
Lighted Christmas Parade and Street Dance Dec. 5 | TBA exploreroundtop.com/events Start off the Christmas season with an old-timey parade around Town Square, featuring lighted floats, food, drinks, live music, and street dances. This event offers residents and visitors the chance to come together and enjoy one another's company while experiencing small-town charm during the holidays.
WASHINGTON
Holiday Foods at Home Demonstration at Barrington Plantation Dec. 19 | 10am to 4pm Dec. 20 | 10am to 4pm thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/barrington-plantation-state-historic-site Find out what special treats the Jones family enjoyed during the holiday season. Discussions and kitchen activities are ongoing throughout the weekend.
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