Experience the best of College Station during the holidays with our detailed guide. For longtime residents and new arrivals alike, our guide reveals the holiday spirit of College Station.
Popular events such as the City of College Station Christmas Parade delight families with festive floats and community spirit. Another highlight is Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker, which brings the magic of the classic ballet to local audiences. And the enchanting experience at Santa's Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around College Station
- Santa's Wonderland
- City of College Station Christmas Parade
- Christmas in the Park Weekend & Jingle Bell Fun Run
- Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker
- The Holiday Pops Concert
- Holiday Spirit of Aggieland
- Christmas Artisan Market at Century Square
- Texas A&M Hotel Holly Jolly Holiday Market
- Spirit Ice Arena’s Spirit of Christmas Ice Show
- Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll
See these and even more events listed below!
College Station Holiday Light Displays
Santa's Wonderland
What to Expect:
Dazzling light displays and REAL Texas snow and ice.
Description:
Santa's Wonderland in College Station, Texas, features millions of dazzling lights, REAL Texas snow and ice, and a multitude of cheerful attractions including a hayride, Marshall Frostbite's Snow Playground, and Texas Santa. Enjoy specialty Texas-sized food and drinks, train rides, bull rides, and photo ops. The event also includes Christmas shopping, horse and carriage rides, ice skating, and a petting corral. It is a grand outdoor Christmas celebration with something for all ages.
Where: College Station | More Info: Santa's Wonderland
Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with jazz music and a food drive.
Description:
Join us at The Gardens at Texas A&M University for a holiday gathering among twinkling lights. Enjoy cookies and cocoa while strolling through the gardens, accompanied by the sounds of jazz. This free and public event also includes a non-perishable food drive for the Brazos Valley Food Bank.
Where: College Station | More Info: Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll
Christmas In The Park
What to Expect:
Drive-through tour of lights with community involvement.
Description:
Cuero's Christmas in the Park features hundreds of lighted scenes, thousands of LEDs, and community volunteering opportunities. It includes Hot Chocolate Nights on Thursdays in December and a Live Nativity on select nights the week before Christmas.
Where: Cuero | More Info: Christmas In The Park
College Station Holiday Markets and Shopping
Texas A&M Hotel Holly Jolly Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Artisanal and Aggie-themed holiday shopping.
Description:
The Holly Jolly Holiday Market at Texas A&M Hotel features artisanal, handmade, homegrown, vintage, and Aggie-themed merchandise crafted by dozens of local vendors.
Where: College Station | More Info: Texas A&M Hotel Holly Jolly Holiday Market
Christmas Artisan Market at Century Square
What to Expect:
Handmade crafts and live music.
Description:
The Christmas Artisan Market at Century Square offers a variety of handmade soaps, holiday decor, and more, with live music and a festive atmosphere.
Where: College Station | More Info: Christmas Artisan Market at Century Square
Hollydays Market of Corpus Christi
What to Expect:
Indoor holiday shopping with over 130 vendors.
Description:
The Hollydays Market of Corpus Christi is a three-day holiday shopping event featuring over 130 merchants selling unique and one-of-a-kind gifts. The market offers a photo booth, food and beverage options, and wine for purchase. It takes place at the American Bank Center from November 8-10th.
Where: Corpus Christi | More Info: Hollydays Market of Corpus Christi
Home for the Holidays Market of Midland
What to Expect:
Supporting local small businesses with diverse gift options.
Description:
The Home for the Holidays Market of Midland is a three-day event featuring over 100 merchants selling unique and one-of-a-kind gifts. It offers a variety of choices in a festive atmosphere with face-to-face interactions between customers and local small business owners.
Where: Midland | More Info: Home for the Holidays Market of Midland
Sip & Shop Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with local vendors.
Description:
The Sip & Shop Christmas Market at The Silos on 77 in Giddings offers a variety of handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and luxurious bath & body products. Enjoy browsing through unique items while sipping on a cold beverage and listening to soft seasonal tunes.
Where: Giddings | More Info: Sip & Shop Christmas Market
College Station Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with celebrity guest artists and elaborate costumes.
Description:
Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker features preeminent ballet dancers from the New York City Ballet, along with guest artists and pre-professional performers. The event includes exciting pre-show experiences like Photos with Clara, a Red Carpet Photo Area, live holiday music, and a Nutcracker Market.
Where: College Station | More Info: Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker
Holiday Spirit of Aggieland
What to Expect:
Choral concert by Texas A&M University's top ensembles.
Description:
The Holiday Spirit of Aggieland is a premier choral concert featuring the Singing Cadets, Century Singers, and Women's Chorus performing all your holiday favorites.
Where: College Station | More Info: Holiday Spirit of Aggieland
The Holiday Pops Concert
What to Expect:
World-class holiday music performance with a variety of ensembles.
Description:
The Holiday Pops Concert features the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra, Christ Church Sanctuary Choir, and Canticle Ringers performing holiday favorites. The event includes the Brazos Valley Symphony Brass and Percussion, led by Marcelo Bussiki, and the College Station High School Varsity Women's Choir, directed by Katy Zorn.
Where: College Station | More Info: The Holiday Pops Concert
Spirit Ice Arena’s Spirit of Christmas Ice Show
What to Expect:
Unique blend of ice skating and holiday cheer.
Description:
The Spirit of Christmas Ice Show at Spirit Ice Arena features a spectacular display of ice skating skills and festive spirit, showcasing the talents of skaters of all ages.
Where: College Station | More Info: Spirit Ice Arena’s Spirit of Christmas Ice Show
College Station Other Holiday Activities
City of College Station Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Community celebration with festive floats and marching bands.
Description:
The City of College Station Christmas Parade is a community-driven event featuring beautifully decorated floats, marching bands, and the grand arrival of Santa Claus. The parade route includes Post Oak Mall, Holleman, Dartmouth, Southwest Parkway, Krenek Tap, and ends at Beachy Central Park.
Where: College Station | More Info: City of College Station Christmas Parade
Christmas in the Park Weekend & Jingle Bell Fun Run
What to Expect:
Holiday festivities with old-fashioned hayrides and local performances.
Description:
Join us for a holiday celebration at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park, featuring old-fashioned hayrides, cookies, hot cocoa, local performances, and photos with Santa. The Jingle Bell Fun Run is a festive event that includes holiday festivities and activities for all ages.
Where: College Station | More Info: Christmas in the Park Weekend & Jingle Bell Fun Run
Christmas on the Chisholm Trail
What to Expect:
Holiday movie screening and tree lighting ceremony.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive movie screening of "Arthur Christmas" at the courthouse square, followed by a City Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy shopping, food vendors, music, and visits with Santa in Historic Downtown Belton.
Where: Belton | More Info: Christmas on the Chisholm Trail
Christmas on the Farm
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday event with diverse activities.
Description:
Christmas on the Farm is a low-cost event offering over 40 fun activities for kids of all ages, including mini hay rides, a petting zoo, games, live entertainment, and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Where: Belton | More Info: Christmas on the Farm
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