Lighting of the Doves Festival
Visitors can experience live entertainment across two stages, ice carving demonstrations, and the ceremonial illumination of giant doves. The festival includes snow play areas, snow slides, balloon art, airbrush tattoos, and craft activities. The celebration culminates with Santa Claus arriving by sleigh along The Woodlands Waterway and a fireworks display.
What to Expect
Ceremonial illumination of giant doves, snow play, and fireworks.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Town Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Woodlands Township
Food & Drink
Concessions are available for purchase.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Snow play areas and snow slides require a $5 wristband, purchased onsite with cash or credit card; no change is available for cash payments. Craft activities with The Woodlands Children's Museum are free while supplies last. Concessions are for purchase.
- Parking: Free parking is available in the green, orange, yellow, blue and white lots along Timberloch Place and Grogan's Mill Road. ADA parking is at 2101 Lake Robbins Drive and requires a valid placard or plate.
- Accessibility: ADA parking is available at 2101 Lake Robbins Drive with a valid placard or license plate.
Tips & Advice
- Bring exact cash or a credit card for the snow play wristband, because no change is given to anyone paying cash.
- Head to The Woodlands Children's Museum craft tables early, because the free crafts only run while supplies last.
- Park free in the colored lots along Timberloch Place or Grogan's Mill Road, and use the Lake Robbins Drive ADA lot if you have a placard.
- Stay for the finale on the Celebration Stage, where Santa arrives by sleigh before the doves are lit and the fireworks start.
- Schedules can change or be cancelled because of weather, so check the Township's official channels on the day before heading out.
Special Events & Promotions
- Live music from Cold Shot on the Celebration Stage
- Ice carvers on the Festival Stage before the lighting
- Santa arrives by sleigh down The Woodlands Waterway, followed by the Lighting of the Doves and fireworks
- Snow play areas and snow slides need a separate wristband, bought onsite
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids to do?
Kids can enjoy the snow play areas and snow slides, balloon art and airbrush tattoos. The Woodlands Children's Museum runs free craft activities while supplies last. Strolling entertainers also roam the festival.
Do the snow slides cost extra?
Yes. You need a wristband for the snow play areas and snow slides. Buy it onsite with cash or a credit card. If you pay cash, no change is given.
Where should I park?
Free parking is in the green, orange, yellow, blue and white lots along Timberloch Place and Grogan's Mill Road. ADA parking is at 2101 Lake Robbins Drive and needs a valid placard or plate.
What happens at the big finale?
The Celebration Stage closes the night with holiday greetings, then Santa arrives by sleigh down The Woodlands Waterway. After that come the lighting of the giant doves and fireworks. Just before, ice carvers perform on the Festival Stage.
How can I become a vendor?
The 2026 vendor application is open now and closes Friday, October 30, 2026. You can also sign up for email notices about other Township vendor opportunities.
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