5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND
The holiday season has already arrived.
The holidays are here. We’re not sure if that’s a good thing (festive lights, merrymaking nostalgia) or a bad thing (already?). But at least it’s a sure bet that hurricane season is over.
Galleria Ice Spectacular
Enjoy the lighting of a 55foot Christmas tree, featuring 450,000 twinkling lights and 5,000 ornaments, followed by a performance by TSoul, of “The Voice,” a special tribute to veterans and dynamic ice routines by popular professional skaters. When: Noon-6 p.m. Saturday Where: The Galleria, 5085 Westheimer Information: simon.com/mall/ the-galleria
Memorial City Lights
Holiday celebration features Santa’s arrival, a Michael Jackson tribute, a Reindeer Drumline, a TUTS Sleeping Beauty princess appearance, the Soul Street Dance Company, an indoor snowfall and over 3.5 million lights. When: 6:30-10 p.m. Saturday Where: 303 Memorial City Way Information: memorialcity.com
Magical Winter Lights
Annual light festival features a variety of themed sections, an interactive dinosaur exhibit, daily acrobatic performances, arts and crafts, amusement rides, games and live entertainment. When: 5-11 p.m. Saturday, 5-10 p.m. Sunday Where: Gulf Greyhound Park, 1000 FM 2004 Information: $15-$25; magicalwinterlights.com / houston
Nutcracker Market
The holiday market features unique items, including home décor, gourmet food, apparel, accessories, toys, garden items and much more. When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Where: 1 NRG Parkway Information: $18; nrgpark.com
Children’s Festival
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion transforms into a wild safari with performers on multiple stages, character meet-and greets, and educational activities. When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday Where: 2005 Lake Robbins Tickets: $10; woodlandscenter.org