Last updated: November 11, 2024
Unlock the holiday magic in Victoria with our ultimate guide! From those who wake up to Victoria views to those just dreaming of them, our guide brings holiday wishes to life.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting performance of "The Nutcracker" by the Victoria Ballet Theatre, where the classic tale comes alive with beautiful choreography and festive music. Meanwhile, Theatre Victoria presents "A Christmas Carol," offering a heartwarming retelling of Dickens' timeless story with a local twist. And don't forget the festive atmosphere at Merry on Main-Downtown Victoria, which transforms the heart of the city into a holiday wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Holiday market with local artisans and live entertainment.
Merry on Main-Downtown Victoria is a festive holiday event featuring a holiday market with local artisans, live entertainment by local musicians and dance groups, family-friendly activities, and seasonal treats from downtown eateries.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Merry on Main-Downtown Victoria
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Victoria Ballet Theatre presents "The Nutcracker," a timeless holiday tradition featuring a cast of community members in elaborate sets and costumes.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Victoria Ballet Theatre Presents "The Nutcracker"
Stained glass tour highlighting Victoria's historic architecture.
Explore the intricate stained glass artistry in Downtown Victoria during this guided tour, featuring historic buildings and unique glasswork.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Downtown Victoria Stained Glass Tour
A stage adaptation of Dickens' classic, featuring haunting ghosts and timeless lessons.
Theatre Victoria presents an adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, where Ebenezer Scrooge embarks on a transformative journey through his past, present, and future, discovering the true spirit of Christmas amidst Victorian London's unforgettable characters.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Theatre Victoria presents: A Christmas Carol
Live music performance by an acoustic duo with an electronic beat.
VPL Jams with Saving Kelly is a monthly music series that highlights the local Crossroads music scene. Acoustic Duo Saving Kelly will play your favorite rock tunes live at the Victoria Public Library.
Where: Victoria | More Info: VPL Jams with Saving Kelly
Guided tour of historic homes and landmarks with a prix fixe lunch.
Explore Victoria's historic homes and landmarks on a guided trolley tour, featuring over 80 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The tour begins with a visit to the 1892 Victoria County Courthouse, followed by a driving tour of Old Victoria, and concludes with a prix fixe lunch at the historic PumpHouse Riverside Restaurant & Bar.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Bicentennial 2024 Old Victoria Trolley Tour
Monthly book club discussions in a relaxed setting.
The Read Between the Wines Book Club is a monthly gathering where book lovers come together to discuss their latest reads in a relaxed and intimate setting.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Read Between the Wines Book Club
Age group awards and finisher socks.
The VARRA Turkey Trot is a 5K run/walk event hosted by the Victoria Area Road Runners Association. It takes place on Thanksgiving Day at Patriot Park, offering age group awards and finisher socks to all participants.
Where: Victoria | More Info: VARRA Turkey Trot
Spooky decorations and festive atmosphere.
New Century Hospice Drive Thru Trunk-or-Treat is a family-friendly event where participants drive through a decorated route to collect candy and treats while enjoying spooky decorations and festive atmosphere.
Where: Victoria | More Info: New Century Hospice Drive Thru Trunk-or-Treat
Decorated trunks distributing candy to trick-or-treaters.
Join us for a night of tricks and treats at the VEC Trunk or Treat event, where participants will decorate their trunks with festive decorations and distribute candy to trick-or-treaters. This family-friendly event encourages costumes and promises a fun-filled evening.
Where: Victoria | More Info: VEC Trunk or Treat
Interactive Halloween fun with character meet-and-greets and community vendors.
KIXS 108 Radio presents Trunk or Treat, a family-friendly event featuring vendors, characters, and treats in DeLeon Plaza.
Where: Victoria | More Info: KIXS 108 Radio presents Trunk or Treat
Large indoor dome with 12,305 square feet of space.
The Victoria Community Center Dome hosts Tabletop Gaming, featuring a variety of games including role-playing, strategy, card games, and miniatures. This event is perfect for gamers and adventurers, offering an evening filled with epic battles and opportunities to make new friends.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Victoria Community Center Dome Tabletop Gaming
Unique opportunity to find great deals on diverse media while supporting local literacy programs.
The Friends of the Library Book Sales offer a wide variety of books, DVDs, audiobooks, and music CDs at bargain prices. Proceeds fund children's, teens', and adult literacy programs, as well as community-based library initiatives.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Friends of the Library Book Sales
Dystopian novel discussions with a focus on perfect society themes.
Join the No Pressure Book Club at the Victoria Public Library, where participants share their favorite books and discuss themes like Utopia Gone Wrong. This book club offers a unique twist by providing a theme instead of assigned books, allowing participants to share their current reads and gather ideas for future books.
Where: Victoria | More Info: No Pressure Book Club
Free food sampling with silent auction and raffle items.
Taste of the Town is a food and beverage sampling event featuring a wide variety of local restaurants and food vendors. Guests can sample 2 oz portions of the most tempting menu items, vote for their favorites in five different categories, and enjoy drinks available for purchase. The event includes a silent auction and raffle items, with all proceeds benefiting Perpetual Help Home, a women's shelter in Victoria, TX.
Where: Victoria | More Info: Taste of the Town
