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Plan an unforgettable trip that will create memories to last a lifetime. From splash pads and pools to kid-friendly dining, our insider tips are sure to provide you with plenty of inspiration to make the most of your vacation to The Woodlands.

Reflections to Mist Mosaic in Stairwell at Sam Houston State University - The Woodlands. The full art piece is 4 stories tall, wrapping around the interior and exterior of the building. This segment (ground floor) is a close-up of bright blue water, bright green lily pads, bright yellow flowers, and 3D coral- or fossil-like accents.

Mosaic Art by Dixie Friend Gay

You may have noticed that The Woodlands is home to an impressive number of public art displays, but... Read More

The Christmas Tree at Market Street is 70 feet tall, ringed with lights and decked with ornaments in red and green. A golden eight-point star rests at the top. The photo is taken from in front of Sixty Vines, facing the tree, a fountain, and the Market Street marquee.

Christmas Trees and Holiday Lights in The Woodlands

There's no better way to enjoy holidays in The Woodlands than with a self-guided tour of all... Read More

A man turns a go kart around a corner at K1 Speed. He's wearing a dark T-shirt, tan cargo shorts, black racing gloves, and a black motorcycle helmet with a colorful reflective visor. The track is gray and rubbery, the barriers alternating in red and white stripes. K1 posters line the back wall.

New In Town: Go-Karting, Cooking Classes, and More

Don't look now because there's a rush of new businesses coming to town! Get into the... Read More

The viewer stands to the left of Santa, who waves jingle bells to a crowd from the roof of a building at Market Street, which is lit up with Christmas lights and holiday activities.

On The Horizon: Winter Events in The Woodlands

Winter is right around the corner, and The Woodlands is celebrating with a variety of seasonal... Read More

Kids, teens, couples, and families skate around The Woodlands Ice Rink.

How It Began: Holiday on The Waterway

The holidays are coming to The Woodlands, so as the sun sets behind the treetops, watch as sparkling... Read More

Winter in The Woodlands Exhibition

January 22, 2026 - February 05, 2026 The Woodlands Arts Council Read More

Hearts and Arrows

February 07, 2026 Rob Fleming Rec Center Archery Range Read More

Crush Rush 5K

February 14, 2026 Read More

Run and Done 3.1

April 04, 2026 The Woodlands Waterway Read More

Insperity Invitational

May 04, 2026 - May 10, 2026 The Woodlands Country Club: Tournament Course Read More

The Spruce Lobby at The Woodlands Resort in The Woodlands Texas

Hotels

When you book a room in The Woodlands, you’ll rest easy knowing all of our hotels offer prime locations, amenities and value regardless of where you stay. If that doesn’t relax you, try rejuvenating...
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Tables for four are seated beside a floor-to-ceiling window overlooking The Waterway. The tables are set with four wine glasses, water glasses, and red-and-white cloth napkins placed atop a simple white plate. The chairs are small but plush. The lighting is dim, but the room is lit with daylight.

Restaurants

From decadent steak and seafood establishments to swanky wine lounges to locally owned bakeries, The Woodlands has a taste for every palate. Reserve a table along The Waterway or Restaurant Row for an...
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Art Bench: Why Sit When You Can Play

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Child playing in the splash pad at Market Street

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