Embark on an exciting holiday adventure in San Angelo! Our guide has all the top festive events and activities. From San Angelo regulars to first-time explorers, our guide highlights the season's best activities.
One popular attraction, Christmas at Old Fort Concho, invites visitors to experience the charm of a historic military fort adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. Known for its community spirit, Christmas in the Park features beautifully lit displays, offering a serene environment to enjoy local music and entertainment. And don't forget the Light the Night Christmas Parade, where the streets come alive with illuminated floats and a joyful atmosphere. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around San Angelo
- Christmas at Old Fort Concho
- Light the Night Christmas Parade (Fredericksburg)
- Christmas in the Park (Cuero)
- Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker (College Station)
- Christmas on the Chisholm Trail (Belton)
- Fort Concho After Dark
- Fort Concho House of Horrors
- Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade (Helotes)
- Home for the Holidays Market of Midland (Midland)
- Port Arthur Holiday Parade (Port Arthur)
See these and even more events listed below!
San Angelo Holiday Light Displays
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Drive-through light display with community volunteering.
Description:
Cuero's Christmas in the Park is a drive-through tour of lights featuring hundreds of scenes and thousands of LEDs, with fan-favorite 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
Holiday in the Park at Lake Brownwood State Park
What to Expect:
Drive-through holiday lights display with decorated campsites.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Lake Brownwood State Park with a drive-through holiday lights display. Campers have decorated their campsites for you to view, and you can enjoy a fire with a ranger and paint your own ornament at the Group Dining Hall. The event is free, with donations collected for the Brown County Humane Society.
Where: Brownwood | More Info: Holiday in the Park at Lake Brownwood State Park
Light the Night Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Illuminated holiday parade with record number of entries.
Description:
The Light the Night Christmas Parade in Fredericksburg, Texas, is a beautifully illuminated holiday night parade that rolls down historic Main Street between Washington and Bowie streets. The event features a record number of entries and is viewed by thousands of people annually. H-E-B returns as the presenting sponsor, enriching the parade with volunteer service and community engagement.
Where: Fredericksburg | More Info: Light the Night Christmas Parade
San Angelo Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas at Old Fort Concho
What to Expect:
Historical re-enactments and period traders bring the 1800s to life.
Description:
Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort's 40 acres and 24 buildings into a festive holiday setting. Visitors can experience the Winter Rendezvous, witness artillery demonstrations, and explore original buildings filled with merchants and artisans offering unique shopping items. The event also features a Food Court, strolling musicians, and children's activities.
Where: San Angelo | More Info: Christmas at Old Fort Concho
Christmas in Downtown
What to Expect:
Vintage Downtown Christmas experience with horse-drawn carriage rides and live reindeer.
Description:
Christmas in Downtown Cuero is a two-day event featuring a 30-foot Christmas tree, an old-fashioned carousel, an ice-skating rink, and various attractions like the Snowzilla Slide, Petting Zoo, and Horse Drawn Carriage Rides. The event includes festive decorations, adorned storefronts, and a charming Historical Pharmacy Medical Museum.
Where: Cuero | More Info: Christmas in Downtown
Sip & Shop Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and seasonal treats in a festive setting.
Description:
The Sip & Shop Christmas Market at The Silos on 77 in Giddings offers a variety of handmade goods, unique gifts, and seasonal treats. Enjoy holiday-themed drinks while browsing through an assortment of wares from talented vendors.
Where: Giddings | More Info: Sip & Shop Christmas Market
Home for the Holidays Market of Midland
What to Expect:
Supporting local small businesses with face-to-face interactions.
Description:
Home for the Holidays Market of Midland offers three days of holiday shopping with over 130 merchants, featuring unique and one-of-a-kind gifts in a festive atmosphere.
Where: Midland | More Info: Home for the Holidays Market of Midland
Sealy Holiday Vendor Blender
What to Expect:
Local vendors selling handmade gifts and seasonal items.
Description:
The Sealy Holiday Vendor Blender is an annual event where local vendors gather to sell unique, handmade gifts and seasonal items. This event benefits the First Methodist Silver Christmas Angels and offers a variety of shopping options in downtown Sealy.
Where: Sealy | More Info: Sealy Holiday Vendor Blender
San Angelo Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Gift of the Magi at Fredericksburg Theater Company
What to Expect:
Heart-warming musical with tuneful songs and a newsboy-narrator.
Description:
This heart-warming musical, based on two short stories by O. Henry, follows the plight of two young lovers, Jim and Della, in Christmas New York. The story is intertwined with glimpses of city folk and the hilarious tale of a cheerful bum named Soapy, all enhanced by tuneful songs and a newsboy-narrator, Willy.
Where: Fredericksburg | More Info: The Gift of the Magi at Fredericksburg Theater Company
Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with guest artists from the New York City Ballet.
Description:
Ballet Brazos presents The Nutcracker, featuring preeminent ballet dancers from the New York City Ballet as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. The cast includes dancers from professional ballet companies, guest artists from Texas, and pre-professional performers from the Brazos Valley. 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
San Angelo Other Holiday Activities
Fort Concho House of Horrors
What to Expect:
Historic haunted house with jump scares.
Description:
Step into a maze of horror at Fort Concho's historic Quartermaster Building, featuring lots of jump scares and a thrilling experience.
Where: San Angelo | More Info: Fort Concho House of Horrors
Fort Concho After Dark
What to Expect:
Spine-tingling night tour with paranormal investigations.
Description:
Explore Fort Concho's spooky history through guided tours of its buildings, featuring tales of dark history, personal experiences, and possible paranormal investigations.
Where: San Angelo | More Info: Fort Concho After Dark
A Murder at Fort Concho
What to Expect:
Live historical character interactions and immersive detective game.
Description:
Step into 1874 at Fort Concho for a thrilling mystery night. Modeled after the board game "Clue," guests will question historical figures to solve the murder of Captain C.A. Daver. Listen to suspects' alibis, search for clues, and help Miss Terri Salva solve the whodunit.
Where: San Angelo | More Info: A Murder at Fort Concho
Christmas on the Chisholm Trail
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with movie screening, tree lighting, and festive activities.
Description:
Join us in Historic Downtown Belton for a festive holiday celebration featuring a movie screening of "Arthur Christmas," followed by the City Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy shopping, food vendors, music, and visits with Santa. The Christmas parade will begin at 6 PM.
Where: Belton | More Info: Christmas on the Chisholm Trail
Port Arthur Holiday Parade
What to Expect:
Diverse cultural performances and community participation.
Description:
The Port Arthur Holiday Downtown Parade is a festive event featuring marching bands, floats, and cultural performances. Participants line up at designated locations, ensuring safety with two parade walkers per entry. The parade showcases the city's diverse cultures and community spirit.
Where: Port Arthur | More Info: Port Arthur Holiday Parade
A Very Marshy Christmas
What to Expect:
Santa's arrival by airboat in a marsh setting.
Description:
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at Sea Rim State Park by airboat, offering hot cocoa, Christmas crafts, and photo opportunities.
Where: Port Arthur | More Info: A Very Marshy Christmas
Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Candyland-themed floats illuminated with beautiful lights.
Description:
The Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade is a holiday tradition where all parade entries are decorated with beautiful lights. The event features a Candyland Christmas theme, making it a sweet escape into a world of lights and colors. Families enjoy this festive celebration in Old Town Helotes.