Enjoy the classic Christmas tale from the Houston Ballet, including favorite characters like the Sugar Plum Fairy, Clara, and the Rat King. (Igor Bulgarin/Shutterstock)
Though December is filled with holiday celebrations, here at COURIER HTX, we’ve weeded through all the Christmas cheer to find other events that don’t require a Santa hat or a wrapped present.
Catch University of Houston and Florida State in a basketball showdown that is the sixth all-time matchup between these two universities.
Dec. 6
$55+
Toyota Center, 1510 Polk St., Houston
Run, walk, or stroll in this 5K/Kids K hosted by Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston. 100% of the proceeds from the race will benefit the children and families of RMHC Greater Houston.
Dec. 6
$30-$40
Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby St., Houston
Shop one of the biggest fashion markets in Texas, with over 300 vendors selling vintage clothes, sneakers, streetwear, and more.
Dec. 6
Free
George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston
16th Annual Gingerbread Build-Off
Do you have a special love for the spiced holiday cookie? Then watch as local architects, designers, engineers, students, and enthusiasts make edible works of art.
Dec. 13
Free
Levy Park Conservancy, 3801 Eastside St., Houston
Murder Mystery Dinner: Most Wonderful Crime
Ready to put your detective hat on this holiday season? Solve the mystery of billionaire Tomas Richard Harry’s holiday party as you dine with fellow suspects, er, invitees. Expect adult language, violence, suggestive themes, and sexual innuendos.
Dec. 13
$59.75+
Midway BBQ, 6025 Highway Blvd., Katy
If you have a green thumb and also love bingo, check out Plant Bingo Galveston, where you can win plant-themed prizes and participate in a micro plant swap.
Dec. 13
$16.24
Naked Iguana Brewery, 1828 The Strand, Galveston
A Live Conversation with Chevy Chase
If your favorite Christmas movie is “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” then this event is right up your alley. Star Chevy Chase will be there to take your questions after a screening of the movie.
Dec. 15
$68-$92
Smart Financial Centre, 18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land
Houston Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Enjoy the classic Christmas tale from the Houston Ballet, including favorite characters like the Sugar Plum Fairy, Clara, and the Rat King.
Through Dec. 28
$44+
Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave., Houston
