6 free dazzling light displays to help Houstonians get into the holiday spirit
| December 12, 2025
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Displays of twinkling holiday lights don’t have to come at a price; in fact, some of the best ones can be found while cruising through a local neighborhood. And while attractions like Zoo Lights or Moody Gardens can be fun, they often come with limited hours and crowds of people.
10 can’t-miss San Antonio festivals happening in 2026
| December 12, 2025
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These San Antonio festivals provide great entertainment. Check out classic cars, support local nonprofits, embrace cultural traditions, and so much more.
Countdown Central: San Antonio tops Texas NYE celebration rankings
| December 12, 2025
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WalletHub recently dubbed San Antonio the best city in Texas for NYE celebrations. Here’s why.
Houston museum exhibits wearable art
| December 10, 2025
Featuring Chanel, Thom Browne, and Jean Paul Gaultier, the new Louvre Couture at Houston’s Museum of Fine Arts exhibit showcases stunning designs that resemble works of art more than actual clothing pieces.
Make sure to take advantage of free nights at the museum every Thursday and subscribe to COURIER HTX at the link in our bio for more events like this.
Arlington’s annual Christkindl Christmas market is now open
| December 10, 2025
Texas honors the famous Christmas markets of Germany with this Christkindl pop-up, each year in Arlington.
Time to spruce things up: Where to choose your own Christmas tree in Texas
| December 9, 2025
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Nothing quite compares to the smell of a fresh Christmas tree during the holidays. That cozy pine scent more than makes up for the inevitable floor full of needles—or the annoying task of keeping your pet out of the tree’s water.