Where To See Houston Area Holiday Lights
Dasher’s Lightshow at Sam Houston Race Park
Through Sunday, December 31, 2023
Get in the spirit with a daily light-filled spectacle that you can drive through in Northwest Houston, past giant Christmas trees, snowmen, and through acres of land.
Tickets are sold per person for $9.95, with discounts available for groups of 4 and more.
Texas Winter Lights at Marriott Marquis Houston
Through Sunday, December 31, 2023
Have some Texas-sized fun in the 6th floor Altitude Rooftop & Pool at the Marriott Marquis in Downtown during Texas Winter Lights, an interactive light experience available nightly.
Enjoy festive signature cocktails, huge light displays, walk-through experiences and plenty of social-worthy elements.
And yes, the Texas-shaped lazy river is open for floating and heated to 80° all winter long.
Tickets are $25 and up; $15 and up for ages 2 to 12.
Open daily 5pm to 10pm.
10th Sugar Land Holiday Lights at Constellation Field
Through New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2024
More than three million lights create a sparkling winter wonderland at the home of the Sugar Land Space Cowboys.
Walk the ballpark and enjoy 10 themed areas, a holiday market, a snow play area, visits with Santa Claus, and more.
Prices vary by date: $15 and up; $10 and up for ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and under. Buy Tickets
Sunday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm; Friday and Saturday 6pm to 10pm.
Festival of Lights at Moody Gardens
Through Saturday, January 6, 2024
Brighten up your holiday season at the Festival of Lights in Moody Gardens, which features a mile-long trail of more than two million lights and illuminated scenes with views of Galveston Bay.
The family-friendly mainstay also offers an outdoor skating rink, vendors serving hot chocolate and eats, and live entertainment, plus the Ice Land attraction, where a team of skilled ice carvers have transformed two million pounds of ice into a festive journey around the world’s rainforests.
Tickets start at $25 for individual attractions; holiday passes, which include admission to multiple attractions, start at $65; $45 for ages 4 to 12 and 65+.
Magical Winter Lights at Katy Mills
Through Sunday, January 7, 2024
One of the city’s most popular attractions opens its gates at a new location in Katy this year.
Wander through a lit-up wonderland filled with millions of lights, dazzling lantern sculptures, interactive displays, and a carnival with fun for the whole family.
Tickets are $25; $18 for ages 3 to 12 and 65+; free for ages 2 and under.
Zoo Lights at Houston Zoo
Through Sunday, January 7, 2024
Stroll through the Houston Zoo with hot chocolate in hand while you admire glimmering displays made up of gleaming Christmas lights at this annual must-see attraction.
Take advantage of holiday photo ops, make your way through an illuminated tunnel, see life-sized animal lanterns, and more.
Ticket Prices vary by day; $22.95 and up.
Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston
Through Sunday, January 7, 2024
The cosmic spectacle returns to Space Center Houston, transforming the campus into a twinkling wonderland of space-themed light installations, high-tech experiences, holiday treats and more in a one-of-a-kind event that can only be found in Space City.
Tickets range from $19.95 to $27.95; free for ages 3 and under.
Radiant Nature at Houston Botanic Garden
Through Sunday, February 25, 2024
More than 50 larger-than-life Chinese lantern installations decorate the Houston Botanic Garden, bringing to life stunning displays that showcase the beauty of nature and celebrate the promise of the Lunar New Year.
Tickets are $28.50; free for ages 3 and under.
Open Fridays to Sundays and select weeknights from 6pm to 10pm; last entry at 9pm.
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