Christmas Tree Lighting Houston 2023
There is nothing like spectacular Christmas tree lighting that truly sets off the holiday cheer. Once the decors are up and the lights are on those trees, you know that the holiday season is in full swing and it’s time for gifts, holiday shopping, carols, feasts, and joy. And in Houston, you won’t run out of Christmas tree-lighting events to go to.
We’ve compiled them all for you here. So bundle up, take your loved ones with you, and get into the holiday spirit. Here are some of the best Houston Christmas tree-lighting events to go to this year.
Christmas Tree Lighting Houston 2023 – November Events
Official City of Galveston Tree Lighting
Image credit: Galveston Historical Foundation
Join the city of Galveston this Thanksgiving week for the city’s official tree lighting and party! Expect an appearance by Santa, performances by the Galveston Volunteer Bad, vendors in the park, beer and wine sales, and more.
When: Saturday, November 25, 2023, 6 pm – 7 pm
Where: Saengerfest Park, 2302 The Strand #000, Galveston, TX 77550
How Much: Free
Tree Lighting Ceremony at Pearland
Image credit: Pearland Parks and Recreation
What: If you’re around Pearland, Houston this Thanksgiving weekend, then come out and feel the joy of Christmas at the city’s Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Santa will be arriving just after 6 pm and he’ll be setting off the ceremony along with a brilliant fireworks display. After that, The Slags, one of Houston’s best variety cover bands will be taking the stage and helping you dance the night away. Aside from that, you can also enjoy the LED swings and seesaws at the venue, the inflatables, and the yard games. There will also be a holiday gift market for you to grab gifts from.
When: Saturday, November 25, 2023, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77584
How Much: Free
Holiday Tree Lighting at City Place
Image credit; City Place
Complete your Thanksgiving 2023 weekend with City Place’s annual lighting of their 35-foot Christmas tree! Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be attending the festivities.
The event will also serve as the debut of City Place’s larger-than-life Gingerbread Village! Its lollipop and candy-cane-lined path is guarded by two giant gingerbread men. This leads to the clearing filled with cookie trees, a 16-foot high gingerbread house, and a 12-foot windmill. It’s surely something you won’t want to miss.
When: Sunday, November 26, 2023, 4 pm – 8 pm
Where: City Place, 1700 City Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389
How Much: Free
Conroe Lighting of the Christmas Tree
What: When it comes to Houston tree lighting, the City of Conroe is not one to hold back. Watch out for what they’ve prepared for everybody at Heritage Park this holiday season.
Don’t think that it’s just the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, however, because the real party is over at Downtown Conroe. So after the Christmas tree lighting, head over there and celebrate the holiday season with food, drinks, music, shopping, and various kinds of entertainment.
When: Tuesday, November 28, 2023, 6:30 pm
Where: Heritage Place, 500 Collins St, Conroe, TX 77301
How Much: Free
Light the Towne
Image credit: Towne Lake by Caldwell Communities
What: Join the Boardwalk for the annual Christmas tree lighting at Towne Lake. They have sent word to the North Pole and Santa himself will be coming to visit the town for the celebration.
Aside from the lighting, enjoy carols, complimentary hot choco, balloon artists, snow, a fashion show, Santa and his elves, airbrush face painting, and more.
When: Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Town Lake, 10855 Towne Lake Pkwy, Cypress, TX 77433
How Much: Free
Main Street Tree Lighting Seabrook
Image credit: Seabrook, Texas – Your City Government
What: Head out to the 2023 Tree Lighting of Seabrook for a night of fun and festivities!
Aside from the main Christmas tree lighting, other activities will take place on the Community House grounds and will include hot chocolate, cookies, vendors, and live entertainment!
Get to enjoy holiday tunes by local choirs and the Seabrook Intermediate Band. And, of course, catch Santa Clause to tell him your wishlists.
When: Thursday, November 30, 2023, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Seabrook Community House, 1210 Anders Ave, Seabrook, TX 77586
How Much: Free
3rd Annual Energy Corridor Tree Lighting Celebration
Image credit: Hyatt Regency Houston West
What: Bask in the holiday spirit this Thursday at the annual Energy Corridor Tree Lighting Celebration! Enjoy tons of holiday festivities including a holiday market, food vendors, pictures with Santa, free giveaways, live performances, a holiday drone show, and lighting of the Energy Corridor’s 50-foot tree.
The event will kick off the annual 12 days of Christmas celebration of the area.
When: Thursday, November 30, 2023, 5 pm – 9 pm
Where: Hyatt Regency Houston West, 13210 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079
How Much: Free
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Houston Christmas Tree Lighting Events December 2023
City of Richmond and HRA Tree Lighting Ceremony
Image credit: City of Richmond, Texas – Government
What: At the beginning of December, the historic downtown area of the City of Richmond transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and tons of holiday cheer. The celebration will kick off with the city’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony.
Mayor Becky Haas will flip the switch to light the night with their spectacular glowing trees. Come see it all with your family!
When: Friday, December 1, 2023, 2023, 6 pm
Where: 402 Morton St, Richmond, TX 77469
How Much: Free
Sugar Land Christmas Tree Lighting
Image credit: The City of Sugar Land, Texas – City Government
What: Make delightfully sweet holiday memories at the City of Sugar Land’s 2023 Christmas Tree Lighting! Here, they’re really going all out on holiday attractions.
The Christmas tree lighting is not the only exciting event of the evening though. There will also be live performances, photos with Santa, and sweet treats. You and the family can also enjoy the Snow Slide and Chill Zone where you’ll find LED swings, vendors, and complimentary airbrush tattoos and balloons.
When: Friday, December 1, 2023, 5 pm – 8 pm
Where: Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Free
Christmas Tree Lighting at Pasadena
What: Pasadena’s tree lighting is one for the books in Houston’s tree lighting events, that’s for sure.
Not only will you get the classic brilliant Christmas tree lighting but you’ll also get tons of fun holiday activities to look forward to. If you love snow, then make sure not to miss out on the event’s snow slide and snow play area. If you’re looking for good photo ops, then look out for their lighted scenes and, of course, Mr. and Mrs. Clause. There will also be a shopping area for holiday shoppers and tons of other entertainment opportunities.
The fun doesn’t stop there though. The next day, there will be a Holiday Lighted Parade that will truly get your holiday spirits up.
When: Friday, December 1, 2023, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Pasadena Municipal Court, 1114 Davis St, Pasadena, TX 77506
How Much: Free
Deck the Depot Tree Lighting at Tomball
What: The City of Tomball isn’t going to let itself get left behind in the Houston tree-lighting events!
Delight in the joy of the season with the whole family with a trackless train, kids zone, holiday music and entertainment, and, of course, Santa! If you arrive early, you can also enjoy shopping for holiday treasures and savor delicious bites while waiting for the grand finale of the Christmas tree lighting at 7 pm.
When: Saturday, December 2, 2023, 2 pm – 8 pm
Where: Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 S Elm St, Tomball, TX 77375
How Much: Free
Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular
What: Officially kick off the Houston holiday season with the Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular! This year’s holiday tree is a 52 ft. white fir from Grant’s Pass OR. It will feature 99, 680 LED lights and over 4,000 ornaments so it’s surely something to look forward to.
When: Saturday, December 2, 2023, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Free
City of Katy Christmas Tree Lighting
What: If you’re around Katy on December 7, make sure not to miss the city’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting! Welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus for pictures, enjoy cookie decorating, write letters to Santa, have fun with many Christmas activities, and more.
When: Thursday, December 7, 2023, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Historic Downtown, Katy, TX
How Much: Free
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