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Housing Stats ∙ Houston Holiday Events
HOUSTON REAL ESTATE MARKET HOLDING STEADY
Houston area homes sales held steady for the second straight month. October home sales were unchanged compared to October 2015. Homes priced between $150,000 and $500,000 had positive sales volume, while the low ends of the market experienced declines. On a year-to-year basis, homes sales are up 1.2 percent compared to last year at this time. Inventory has grown to a 3.8-months supply.
According to the latest monthly report prepared by the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR):
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2016 Houston and Surrounding Areas Holiday Events
PERFORMING ARTS
Cirque Dreams HOLIDAZE – November 18 – 19, 2016 – Jones Hall
A brand new show, Cirque Dreams HOLIDAZE is a Broadway musical and family Christmas spectacular all in one holiday stage extravaganza. This new show has over 300 costumes, 20 different acts, and 30 artists from every corner of the globe. Witness snowmen, penguins, angels, reindeers, toy soldiers, gingerbread men, and of course Santa himself come to life with soaring acrobatics, gravity-defying feats, Broadway-style production numbers, and imaginative costumes.
A Christmas Carol – November 19 – December 29, 2016 – Alley Theatre
A Ghost Story of Christmas returns this year with a re-telling of Charles Dickens’ classic story, which follows Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey with the three ghostly spirits that visit him on Christmas Eve. A Christmas Carol instills a powerful message about redemption and the spirit of the holiday season.
Houston Ballet’s The Nutcracker – November 25 – December 27, 2016 – Wortham Theater
Set in nineteenth century Germany, the ballet opens at a charming Christmas party at which the mysterious Dr. Drosselmeyer gives his little niece Clara a magical toy that takes her on an unforgettable journey.
A Mozart Thanksgiving – November 26, 2016 – November 27, 2016 – Jones Hall
Give thanks for Mozart when veteran soloist and conductor Jeffrey Kahane leads an all-Mozart program this Thanksgiving weekend. Mozart’s dramatic Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor is the perfect foil for his charming and sensuous Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major. His delightful Prague Symphony unfolds like a musical love letter to the Bohemian capital.
The SantaLand Diaries – December 1 – December 31, 2016 – Alley Theatre
Company Artist Todd Waite reprises his role as Crumpet the Elf in the outlandish, and true, chronicles of David Sedaris’ experience as a workerin Macy’s SantaLand display. This compact, one-character comedy is a hilarious cult classic, featuring comic encounters during the height of the holiday crunch.
Very Merry Pops – December 2 – 4, 2016 – Jones Hall
This year, Steven Reineke is taking the reins of the Very Merry Pops celebration and dazzles you with holiday merriment. The program includes classics like "Carol of the Bells" and a fresh interpretation
of "Jingle Bell Rock." In typical Very Merry Pops tradition, expect a Winter Wonderland which includes sweeping sounds of the Houston Symphony Chorus, beautiful new arrangements by the maestro—and of course, Santa!
12 Days of Christmas – December 3, 2016 – Jones Hall
Join the orchestra, along with the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Chorale, to hear calling birds, French hens, turtle doves and, of course, a partridge in a pear tree, performed on stage in an interactive audience-participation program.
It’s A Wonderful Life – December 9, 2016 – Jones Hall
Your holiday just got even more special with Frank Capra’s great American Christmas classic. The Houston Symphony and members of the Houston Symphony Chorus are accompanying the extraordinary journey of George Bailey (James Stewart) and his guardian angel with a live performance of Dimitri Tiomkin’s heartwarming score and newly-restored music.
Handel’s Messiah – December 16, 2016 – December 18, 2016 – Jones Hall
Celebrate Christmas with Houston’s premier performances of Handel’s Messiah. This timeless classic is brought to life through brilliant Baroque arias and rousing choruses.
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2016 TXU Turkey Trot – November 24, 2016 – Galleria Area
The TXU Energy Houston Turkey Trot is the second largest foot race in Houston and has been a family tradition for nearly 25 years. The event supports Neighborhood Centers– the largest community development organization in Texas. There will be a 10K, 5K and a Kids Run.
YMCA Jingle Bell Run – Suspended Indefinitely
Santa Hustle – December 18, 2016 – Galveston
See Galveston unlike ever before as thousands of Santas race along the streets and the oceanfront path. Jingle all the way through the course with candy and cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images, and so much more
HOLIDAY FESTIVALS, EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & FAMILIY ACTIVITIES
Nutcracker Market – November 10 – 13, 2016 – NRG Center
For those with a passion to shop, the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market will feature over 280 merchants, offering unique items for everyone, including home décor, food, clothing, toys, toiletries, novelties, ornaments, pottery, pewter, accessories and more…just in time for your holiday shopping!
Galleria Ice Spectacular and Tree Lighting – November 12, 2016 – The Galleria
The 28th Annual Ice Spectacular at The Galleria will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of its 55-foot Christmas tree, featuring 450,000 twinkling lights and 5,000 ornaments in a variety of colors and shapes. The 45-minute tree-lighting show will feature a performance by Houston-raised, Mary Sarah, finalist from Season 10 of The Voice, as well as dynamic ice routines by five popular professional skaters.
Festival of Lights – November 12, 2016 – January 8, 2017 – Moody Gardens
As one of the largest holiday celebrations in the region, Festival of Lights has become a holiday tradition for families and groups alike. Enjoy more than 1 million lights within 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment. You can also skate around on the area’s only outdoor ice skating rink, try out the new Arctic Ice Slide or take pictures with Santa.
Ice Land: Ice Sculptures, A Caribbean Christmas! – November 12, 2016 – January 8, 2017 – Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens takes the holidays to a whole new level of cool! A skilled team of master ice carvers has charted your course for the ultimate Caribbean Christmas! Embark on a breathtaking undersea journey made of two million pounds of ice!
Zoo Lights – November 18, 2016 – January 15, 2017 – Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo transforms into a winter wonderland, filled with brilliant displays of colorful lights and festive holiday music.
The ICE at Discovery Green – November 22 – Early February
The ICE at Discovery Green® powered by Green Mountain Energy uses recycled water from Kinder Lake to create a 7,716 square-foot ice skating surface, making it the largest outdoor skating rink in the Southwest.
67th Annual HEB Thanksgiving Day Parade – November 24, 2016 – Downtown Houston
The Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1949, when Santa arrived at Union Station and rode his sleigh to the downtown Foley’s. Since then, the Thanksgiving Day parade has gone through a few changes but today, it remains a 67-year-old holiday tradition showcasing the Houston community and entertaining parade-goers lining the streets on Thanksgiving morning.
Uptown Holiday Lighting – November 24, 2016 – Post Oak Boulevard
On Thanksgiving evening, thousands will gather along Post Oak Boulevard for the Uptown Holiday Lighting. This fun-filled family event will ring-in the holidays with more than a half-million twinkling lights on 80 brilliantly-lit holiday trees; festive music; holiday characters including clowns, larger than life Santa’s reindeer; a special appearance from Santa and a fireworks extravaganza.
Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration – November 25, 2016 – Hotel Galvez
Hotel Galvez invites guests and the community to celebrate the start of the holidays with the Official City of Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration. Festivities include a special appearance by Santa Claus, live holiday entertainment by local entertainment including the Galveston Ballet and the lighting of the hotel’s 35-foot Christmas Tree on the front lawn.
Holly Jolly Jingle – December 1, 2016 – Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Guests can visit with Santa, Frosty and other holiday characters, make arts and crafts, play in the snow, listen to carolers sing and much more.
9th Annual Mayor’s Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting – December 2, 2016 – Hermann Square at City Hall
The spectacular event is a holiday tradition of music, Santa, fireworks and family fun. A towering Holiday Tree, glowing with energy efficient LED lights, shimmering ornaments and a stunning star topper will light up the streets of downtown Houston this holiday season.
2016 Houston Heights Holiday Home Tour – December 2 – 3, 2016 – Houston Heights
This year’s Heights Holiday Home Tour will feature six beautiful and unique Heights homes all on or around a single block! The “Jingle Bell Block” homes will be bedecked for the holidays with musicians, carolers, and special treats adding to the festivities.
Dickens On the Strand – December 2, 2016 – December 4, 2016 – Galveston
Galveston Island’s most famous holiday event recreates the Victorian London of Charles Dickens for an entire weekend in December. Characters from Dickens novels walk the streets and food and entertainment fill the area with sights and smells that take you back to another era.
Christmas in the Park – December 3, 10, 17, 20 – 23, 2016 – George Ranch
Christmas is coming to the Park this year in all of its historical glory. Travel through Christmas pasts on a festive hayride (weather-permitting) as we explore the customs and decorations from 1830s to the 1930s.
Campfire Christmas – December 9 – 10, 15 – 17, 2016 – George Ranch
Enjoy a progressive Christmas dinner, music, hay ride, exclusive evening tours of the 1890s Davis Victorian Mansion and 1930s George Ranch Home and finish up with dessert around the campfire with the George Ranch cowboys.
Christmas Village at Bayou Bend – December 10, 2016–January 1, 2017 – Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Get in the spirit of the holiday with carolers, Santa, a snowball-play area, holiday treats and art-making activities—and on eight nights—a live reindeer, all on 14 acres of gardens and art nestled in beautiful River Oaks. Christmas Village is rain or shine.
Lights in the Heights – December 10, 2016 – Woodland Heights
Stroll down select streets of the Woodland Heights neighborhood, admiring the elaborately decorated homes while musicians perform in front of select homes.
Heritage Society 53rd Annual Candlelight Tour – December 10 – 11, 2016
Guests will tour decorated homes, interact with historic characters and 19th century crafters, participate in children’s activities in Santa’s Workshop, and hear stories of Houston’s past residents, cultures and communities. The Art Market will include vendors and local artists for that small gift. Musical and interactive entertainment will be spread throughout the park, allowing guests to stroll at their leisure.
Cirque Joyeux Noel – December 16 – 25, 2016 – Moody Gardens
Witness the magnificent and the impossible…all in a circus winter wonderland. Marvel in soaring acrobatics, amazing aerialists and gravity defying feats. Enjoy a Holiday Buffet Dinner. Stroll through the Moody Gardens Festival of Lights. ALL included at one great price!
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