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Jingle on the Boardwalk

Guests can celebrate the holiday season with an appearance by Santa and festive holiday music. Children can participate in special holiday crafts, and visitors can support the local community by contributing to an on-site toy drive.

What to Expect

Holiday festivities featuring Santa, seasonal music, kids' crafts, and a toy drive.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Landry's, Inc.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Kemah Boardwalk
215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565
Kemah, TX
77565

Know Before You Go

  • Pets: No pets on Boardwalk property, except service animals.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a toy to donate, since Jingle on the Boardwalk includes a toy drive supporting the local community.
  • Come on a Friday, wear your coziest sweater and bring a blanket for the Christmas movie in the Plaza.
  • Plan a Saturday visit if you want to join the Cocoa & Cookies Stroll and pick up festive cookies around the Boardwalk.
  • Pick December 12 to add the Christmas Boat Parade, with hundreds of decorated boats cruising Clear Creek Channel.
  • Leave pets at home, because only service animals are allowed on Boardwalk property.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Festive Friday Flicks: Christmas movies in the Plaza on December 4, 11 and 18.
  • Cocoa & Cookies Stroll on Saturdays through December 19.
  • Christmas Boat Parade through Clear Creek Channel on December 12, its 65th year.
  • Holiday Dance Party on December 19, with a light display, dance performances and crafts for kids.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at Jingle on the Boardwalk?

Santa visits, there's holiday music and kids' crafts, and a toy drive collects donations for the community.

What else is on at the Boardwalk on December weekends?

The Cocoa & Cookies Stroll runs on Saturdays, and Festive Friday Flicks shows Christmas movies in the Plaza on Fridays. The Christmas Boat Parade is December 12, and the Holiday Dance Party is December 19.

Where can we eat?

Waterfront restaurants include Saltgrass Steak House, Landry's Seafood House, the Aquarium Restaurant and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. There's also The Pizza Oven, Bayside Grille, Sweet Scoops Ice Cream and Starbucks.

Can I bring my dog?

No. Pets aren't allowed on Boardwalk property, except service animals.

Tags

holiday light displaysSanta visitsChristmas Villagefamily friendlyfestive atmosphereholiday traditioncommunity celebrationseasonal activitiesholiday cheerfestive events

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Last Updated: Oct 22, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team