Christmas lights form trees that bend into an arch over a pathway along The Waterway.

Holiday on The Waterway

Enjoy a dazzling display of holiday lights along The Woodlands Waterway.

Kids and teens skating at The Woodlands Ice Rink. The camera focuses on a teen couple staring lovingly at each other. Both are wearing distressed jeans, a red or pink sporty jacket, and thick gray ice skates. Other kids of all ages skate around them. In the background is a display of three lit-up Christmas trees.

The Woodlands Ice Rink

Open daily mid-November through mid-January.

Santa's Waterway Entrance at Lighting of the Doves

Lighting of The Doves Festival

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Market Street in Lights in The Woodlands, Texas.

Market Street in Lights

Enjoy daily light shows from mid-November through December 31.

Holiday Events

START A NEW HOLIDAY TRADITION

Celebrate two months of winter magic in The Woodlands! Starting with Holiday on The Waterway, stroll through twinkling light tunnels or admire sparkling snowflakes from a Swan Boat ride. With the Lighting of The Doves Festival, Market Street in Lights, and The Woodlands Ice Rink, the festivities live on from November to January. Consider this your formal invitation to make new memories and lasting traditions in The Woodlands.

Insider Tip: Book a qualifying hotel stay through the link below and receive two complimentary tickets to The Woodlands Ice Rink.

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A young family of three walks pauses under a light tunnel with golden arches and white snowflakes. They're all staring up at the lights behind the camera.

Holiday on The Waterway

Kids and teens skating at The Woodlands Ice Rink. The camera focuses on a teen couple staring lovingly at each other. Both are wearing distressed jeans, a red or pink sporty jacket, and thick gray ice skates. Other kids of all ages skate around them. In the background is a display of three lit-up Christmas trees.

The Woodlands Ice Rink

An aerial view of Market Street in Lights in The Woodlands, Texas. The camera hovers above Sixty Vines, facing the 70-foot Christmas tree in Central Park and all the holiday decor set up across Market Street.

Market Street In Lights

The 40-foot Christmas Tree on the lawn/courtyard at The Woodlands Mall. The sky is still light even as the sun sets behind the tree. Visible shops include Shake Shack, Pottery Barn, and Tempur-Pedic. Various light displays hang from the awning on the left.

Christmas at The Woodlands Mall

Brookwood Holiday Store - Cardinal Plate

Shopping Guide

Home to 450+ luxury shops and restaurants, there’s no better place than The Woodlands to indulge in retail therapy.
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Restaurants

When you come to The Woodlands, come hungry because we have over 150 restaurants to choose from! Reserve a table with a waterfront view, dine al fresco, and more.
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More Holiday Events

Dashing Through the Snow Holiday Market Preview Party

November 19, 2026 Read More

Junior League Holiday Market

November 20, 2026 - November 22, 2026 Read More

Boni's: The Nutcracker

November 21, 2026 The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Read More

Lighting of the Doves

November 21, 2026 Town Green Park Read More

Boni's: The Nutcracker

November 22, 2026 The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Read More

The Woodlands Visitors | Guide Cover 2021

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The Woodlands Visitors | Guide Cover 2021

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