Experience the excitement of the holidays in Temple! Our guide has everything you need for a festive season. For those who call Temple home and those just visiting, this guide showcases the city's festive charm.
Kick off the holiday spirit with the enchanting Santa's Wonderland, where families can stroll through a dazzling display of lights and holiday scenes. The Temple Christmas Parade brings the community together with colorful floats and spirited performances that celebrate the season. And the Christmas in the Park is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a delightful atmosphere of music and holiday cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Temple
- Santa's Wonderland (College Station)
- The Temple Christmas Parade
- Christmas in the Park (Cuero)
- Downtown Holiday
- Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Katy (Katy)
- Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Humble (Humble)
- Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston (Houston)
- Lightscape at Fort Worth Botanic Garden (Fort Worth)
- Lightscape at San Antonio Botanical Gardens (San Antonio)
- Christmas on the Farm (Belton)
See these and even more events listed below!
Temple Holiday Light Displays
Santa's Wonderland
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with millions of lights and unique attractions.
Description:
Santa's Wonderland in College Station, Texas, offers a vast array of holiday activities including a hayride through millions of dazzling lights, a snow playground, and specialty Texas-sized food and drinks. The event features nightly live entertainment, train rides, bull rides, and photo opportunities. Visitors can also enjoy horse and carriage rides, ice skating, and petting zoos.
Where: College Station | More Info: Santa's Wonderland
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Drive-through tour of lights with hundreds of scenes and thousands of LEDs.
Description:
Cuero's Christmas in the Park is a drive-through tour of lights in Cuero Municipal Park, featuring hundreds of scenes and thousands of LEDs. The event 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
Lightscape at San Antonio Botanical Gardens
What to Expect:
Vibrant light display amidst botanical gardens.
Description:
The San Antonio Botanical Garden presents Lightscape, a spectacular display of lights and botanical beauty, transforming the garden into a vibrant and colorful setting.
Where: San Antonio | More Info: Lightscape at San Antonio Botanical Gardens
Lightscape at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light display with new and reimagined installations.
Description:
Lightscape at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden features custom-designed light installations set against the serene backdrop of nature, creating a breathtaking atmosphere with over 1 million twinkling lights and artistic displays from around the globe.
Where: Fort Worth | More Info: Lightscape at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston
What to Expect:
Technologically advanced light displays and interactive space exhibits.
Description:
Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston is a space-themed holiday light show featuring mesmerizing light installations, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities that celebrate the wonders of space exploration.
Where: Houston | More Info: Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston
Holiday in the Gardens
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light display with themed music and interactive activities.
Description:
Holiday in the Gardens at Moody Gardens features a one-mile trail with over two million lights, sound-enhanced animated light displays, hot cocoa, fireside S’mores, and festive foods. The event includes attractions like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D, Arctic Slide, holiday films, and train rides.
Where: Galveston | More Info: Holiday in the Gardens
Piney Park Trail of Lights
What to Expect:
State-of-the-art light displays with various family-friendly attractions.
Description:
Piney Park Trail of Lights offers a nearly half-mile walk through state-of-the-art light displays, featuring attractions like jumbo jumpers, a light maze, barrel train rides, and more. Visitors can take pictures with Santa and enjoy dinner and sweets from food trucks.
Where: Marshall | More Info: Piney Park Trail of Lights
Whistle Stop Christmas
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with extensive light displays and festive activities.
Description:
Whistle Stop Christmas in Cleburne features millions of lights, holiday festivities, and activities like children's train rides, photos with Santa, and a living nativity scene.
Where: Cleburne | More Info: Whistle Stop Christmas
Lights on the Farm
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with over 1 million lights and festive activities.
Description:
Explore over 1 million dazzling lights and unique holiday elements on a quarter-mile trail through the Heritage Farmstead Museum. Enjoy festive holiday music, meet Santa Claus, and indulge in delicious treats like s'mores, hot cocoa, and donuts.
Where: Plano | More Info: Lights on the Farm
Old West Christmas Fest
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday celebration with over two million lights and live music.
Description:
The Old West Christmas Light Fest is a holiday event featuring millions of twinkling lights, live music, and family-friendly activities in an authentic Old West town. Enjoy delicious snacks, meet Santa Claus, and explore the festive atmosphere at Enchanted Springs Ranch.
Where: Boerne | More Info: Old West Christmas Fest
Peppermint Parkway
What to Expect:
Drive-thru holiday lights and interactive activities.
Description:
Peppermint Parkway is a drive-thru holiday event featuring a mile-long display of lights, music, and joy. The event includes Peppermint Plaza with rides, food trucks, a meet & greet with Santa, and other activities like the Mistletoe Kissing Booth and Pepper's Petting Zoo. Guests can also enjoy a holiday market, amusement rides, and a 251-foot Observation Tower.
Where: Austin | More Info: Peppermint Parkway
Maxwell’s Magical Christmas
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light displays with Santa visits.
Description:
Maxwell's Magical Christmas features over 1 million lights illuminating the farm, with 20 holiday attractions, including a Santa Claus trail, lighted hayride, and photo ops.
Where: Amarillo | More Info: Maxwell’s Magical Christmas
The Temple Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Dazzling procession of illuminated entries through downtown Temple.
Description:
The Temple Christmas Parade is a cherished holiday tradition featuring over 100 uniquely lit displays, showcasing the vibrant community of Temple through local business owners, community organizations, and spirited student groups.
Where: Temple | More Info: The Temple Christmas Parade
Holidays at the Heard
What to Expect:
Holiday lights and live music in a nature preserve setting.
Description:
Holidays at the Heard is a family-friendly event featuring holiday lights and décor along a half-mile nature trail, with live music and a glimpse of the Dinosaurs Live exhibit.
Where: McKinney | More Info: Holidays at the Heard
Temple Holiday Markets and Shopping
Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Humble
What to Expect:
Unique gifts from local small businesses in a festive setting.
Description:
Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Humble offers a variety of unique gifts from over 100 merchants in a festive atmosphere, featuring Santa, food trucks, and a photo booth.
Where: Humble | More Info: Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Humble
Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Katy
What to Expect:
Supporting local small businesses with a wide variety of unique gifts.
Description:
Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Katy is a premier shopping event featuring over 130 local small businesses, offering a variety of handmade crafts, gourmet foods, jewelry, and home decor. The market provides a unique shopping experience with face-to-face interactions between customers and vendors, making it a cherished tradition for many.
Where: Katy | More Info: Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Katy
Homestead Fair
What to Expect:
Immersive Christmas shopping experience with live demonstrations.
Description:
The Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas, offers a variety of hands-on projects, live music, and shopping experiences. Attend seminars on sustainable farming and food preservation while enjoying culinary delights from around the world. Explore handcrafted gifts and unique treasures crafted by skilled artisans.
Where: Waco | More Info: Homestead Fair
Merry Mistletoe Marketplace
What to Expect:
Largest holiday marketplace of the year with a wide variety of gifts and seasonal items.
Description:
The Merry Mistletoe Marketplace is a premier holiday event featuring a vast exhibit hall filled with unique gifts, seasonal items, and festive atmosphere.
Where: Belton | More Info: Merry Mistletoe Marketplace
Hollydays Market of Rosenberg
What to Expect:
Indoor shopping with 130 vendors.
Description:
Hollydays Market of Rosenberg is a three-day holiday shopping event featuring 130 vendors in three indoor buildings. Shop for new, unique, and one-of-a-kind gifts while enjoying the fun atmosphere with friends and family.
Where: Rosenberg | More Info: Hollydays Market of Rosenberg
Temple Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Carnival at Yesterland Farm
What to Expect:
Interactive snow play and festive light displays.
Description:
Yesterland Farm's Christmas Carnival offers a variety of activities including a new Snow Play Area, Christmas Light Experience, and visits with Santa. Enjoy amazement rides, photo ops, and delicious food options. The event features a selection of Christmas trees and wreaths for sale, along with shopping at the General Store.
Where: Canton | More Info: Christmas Carnival at Yesterland Farm
Downtown Holiday
What to Expect:
Toyland-themed parade with live music and prizes.
Description:
The 78th Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Temple features a Toyland Christmas theme with live music, prizes, and swag, offering an opportunity to explore all Temple has to offer.
Where: Temple | More Info: Downtown Holiday
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
Old Town Holiday Stroll
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday event with diverse activities and attractions.
Description:
The Old Town Holiday Stroll in Lewisville, TX, features a variety of activities including pancake breakfasts with Santa, motorcycle toy runs, parades, and tree lighting ceremonies. Enjoy hayrides, winter carnival attractions, and local vendors while strolling through historic Old Town.
Where: Lewisville | More Info: Old Town Holiday Stroll
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Belton (8 miles)
- Harker Heights (19 miles)
- Killeen (23 miles)
- Fort Cavazos (26 miles)
- Copperas Cove (33 miles)
- Waco (33 miles)
- Georgetown (38 miles)
- Hutto (40 miles)