Deck the Halls

The 25 Must-See Christmas Movies With Houston Connections

The best holiday flicks with Houston ties, and where to watch them.

12/02/2022 By Camilo Hannibal Smith and Shelby Stewart

MERRY AND BRIGHT

7 Holiday Events Happening Throughout Houston This December

The holidays are in full effect with Christmas concerts, shows, and brunches with Santa.

12/02/2022 By Rosemary Akpan

Sweet Tooth

8 Houston Bakeries With Delectable Holiday Treats

Bakeries in Houston are making scrumptious holiday treats.

12/02/2022 By Danielle Wright and Jessica Lodge

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Gifts For the Hermit, Er, Homebody, in Your Life

When it comes to being a homebody, bath bombs, slippers, and a cute puzzle are all you need.

12/02/2022 By Alexia Partouche

NOT SO SILENT NIGHT

Christmas Caroling in Houston 101: Where to Go, How to Join

This Christmas in Houston just got jollier.

12/01/2022 By Claire Anderson

Reindeer Roadtrip

12 Spectacular Holiday Events in Texas Worth a Road Trip

Experience the magic of College Station’s Santa's Wonderland and Moody Gardens' festive attractions by the sea.

12/01/2022 By Danielle Wright and Geneva Diaz

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

10 Great Gifts for the Happiest Hanukkah

Hanukkah Sameach and a Happy New Year!

11/21/2022 By Anna Rajagopal

Ready, Set, Jingle!

It’s Jingle Bell Fun at These 4 Holiday Runs

A long-distance run is a great way to warm up your body this winter.

11/21/2022 By Jessica Lodge

LIGHTEN UP!

8 Seasonal Sights to Experience at City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic

With a festive ice skating village, a chocolate-filled land of sweets, and much more, Downtown Houston is the place to be this holiday season.

11/15/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Santa's Here!

Santa Claus Is Coming to Town! 5 Places to See Him This Season

Spreading holiday cheer, Old Saint Nick will be in town just in time for Christmas.

11/14/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Save me a slice

6 of the Best Pie Places in Houston For All Your Holiday Needs

It's as easy as ... well ... pie.

11/11/2022 By Brittany Cristiano and Anna Rajagopal

Season of Giving

5 Places to Volunteer Ahead of Thanksgiving Day

Here’s how you can give back to the community ahead of the holiday.

11/08/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Independence Day Grabs

Add These Fun Finds to Your 4th of July Celebrations

Declare your independence from the oppression of Houston’s heat by spicing up the kickoff to summer.

06/29/2022 By Danielle Wright With Alexia Partouche

Feliz Navidad

Where To Order Last-Minute Holiday Tamales In Houston

The Christmas staple can sell out at some of your favorite places if you wait too long. Here are six options to buy them fresh right up until Christmas Eve.

12/20/2021 By Craig Hayes

Hot Tamales

The Best Vegan Mexican Spots in Houston

You can call ahead to pick-up, or grab pre-packaged tamales for Christmas at these local markets and restaurants.

12/17/2021 By Sofia Gonzalez and Camilo Hannibal Smith

Jammin' for the Holidays

The Best Houston Rap Holiday Displays From H-Town Frankie

You may have seen the Christmastime musical tributes to Fat Pat, Paul Wall and Megan Thee Stallion going viral on social media.

12/17/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Making Spirits Bright

Best Red Wines To Sip For Christmas

Cheers to the holidays with these delicious ruby drinks.

12/17/2021 By Danielle Wright

Silver Bells

5 Things to Do In Houston This Weekend, December 17-19

The H-Town Sneaker Summit, and Hayes Carll in concert.

12/16/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Winter Wonderland

Opera Based on Children's Book Makes Its World Premiere

The Snowy Day has become the first show by a Black composer and librettist team for Houston Grand Opera.

12/13/2021 By Holly Beretto

Staff Picks

Here's What Ornaments Houstonia Staff Has Their Eye On

As the holidays approach, here's a sneak peak at which trinkets will be on our trees.

12/10/2021 By Danielle Wright