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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Experience the best of College Station during the holidays with our detailed guide. For longtime residents and new arrivals alike, our guide reveals the holiday spirit of College Station.

Popular events such as the City of College Station Christmas Parade delight families with festive floats and community spirit. Another highlight is Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker, which brings the magic of the classic ballet to local audiences. And the enchanting experience at Santa's Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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College Station Holiday Light Displays

What to Expect:

Dazzling light displays and REAL Texas snow and ice.

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Santa's Wonderland in College Station, Texas, features millions of dazzling lights, REAL Texas snow and ice, and a multitude of cheerful attractions including a hayride, Marshall Frostbite's Snow Playground, and Texas Santa. Enjoy specialty Texas-sized food and drinks, train rides, bull rides, and photo ops. The event also includes Christmas shopping, horse and carriage rides, ice skating, and a petting corral. It is a grand outdoor Christmas celebration with something for all ages.

Where: College Station | More Info: Santa's Wonderland

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What to Expect:

Holiday celebration with jazz music and a food drive.

Description:

Join us at The Gardens at Texas A&M University for a holiday gathering among twinkling lights. Enjoy cookies and cocoa while strolling through the gardens, accompanied by the sounds of jazz. This free and public event also includes a non-perishable food drive for the Brazos Valley Food Bank.

Where: College Station | More Info: Merry & Bright, Maroon & White Holiday Stroll

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A community-centric event showcasing elaborate light displays and local performances.

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This annual event transforms a local park into a winter wonderland filled with festive light displays, holiday-themed decorations, and entertaining activities for all ages. Families and friends gather to celebrate the season, enjoying various performances and tasty seasonal treats while strolling through the illuminated paths.

Where: College Station | More Info: Christmas in the Park

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College Station Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Unique holiday shopping experience with local vendors.

Description:

The Sip & Shop Christmas Market at The Silos on 77 in Giddings offers a variety of handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and luxurious bath & body products. Enjoy browsing through unique items while sipping on a cold beverage and listening to soft seasonal tunes.

Where: Giddings | More Info: Sip & Shop Christmas Market

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College Station Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

World-class ballet performance with celebrity guest artists and elaborate costumes.

Description:

Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker features preeminent ballet dancers from the New York City Ballet, along with guest artists and pre-professional performers. The event includes exciting pre-show experiences like Photos with Clara, a Red Carpet Photo Area, live holiday music, and a Nutcracker Market.

Where: College Station | More Info: Ballet Brazos' The Nutcracker

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What to Expect:

Choral concert by Texas A&M University's top ensembles.

Description:

The Holiday Spirit of Aggieland is a premier choral concert featuring the Singing Cadets, Century Singers, and Women's Chorus performing all your holiday favorites.

Where: College Station | More Info: Holiday Spirit of Aggieland

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World-class holiday music performance with a variety of ensembles.

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The Holiday Pops Concert features the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra, Christ Church Sanctuary Choir, and Canticle Ringers performing holiday favorites. The event includes the Brazos Valley Symphony Brass and Percussion, led by Marcelo Bussiki, and the College Station High School Varsity Women's Choir, directed by Katy Zorn.

Where: College Station | More Info: The Holiday Pops Concert

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College Station Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Community celebration with festive floats and marching bands.

Description:

The City of College Station Christmas Parade is a community-driven event featuring beautifully decorated floats, marching bands, and the grand arrival of Santa Claus. The parade route includes Post Oak Mall, Holleman, Dartmouth, Southwest Parkway, Krenek Tap, and ends at Beachy Central Park.

Where: College Station | More Info: City of College Station Christmas Parade

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Holiday festivities with old-fashioned hayrides and local performances.

Description:

Join us for a holiday celebration at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park, featuring old-fashioned hayrides, cookies, hot cocoa, local performances, and photos with Santa. The Jingle Bell Fun Run is a festive event that includes holiday festivities and activities for all ages.

Where: College Station | More Info: Christmas in the Park Weekend & Jingle Bell Fun Run

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