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THIS WEEK IN HOUSTON

December 24–28, 2025


Dear Friends of MUSED Houston,


As the holiday season arrives, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to you – our readers, subscribers, supporters, and fellow art lovers – who make this platform possible.


Throughout the year, your curiosity, engagement, and generosity have helped MUSED Houston grow into a trusted guide to the city’s vibrant visual arts community. From gallery openings and museum exhibitions to conversations with artists and cultural leaders, your presence has shaped this shared creative space.


May this season bring you moments of rest, beauty, and connection with those you love. I look forward to continuing our journey together in the New Year – discovering, supporting, and celebrating Houston’s extraordinary arts ecosystem. 


Warmest holiday wishes!


Melissa Richardson Banks

Founder, Publisher & Editor

MUSED HOUSTON

www.musedhouston.com


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⭐ HOLIDAY PICKS OF THE WEEK ⭐ 


Mister McKinney's River Oaks Christmas Lights Tour


NIGHTLY THROUGH SATURDAY, JANUARY 3, 2026!

Enjoy a fully seated, guided, one-hour open-air bus ride through River Oaks’ legendary holiday lights, with fascinating stories about the mansions, their builders, and the fortunes behind them – told by TV personality and Houston historian Mister McKinney.


WHAT TO DO TO GET ON BOARD


Winter Break at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston


Need a holiday culture fix? The MFAH is open daily December 26–January 4, with exhibitions, films, shopping, and outdoor art.


👉 Details HERE



WEDNESDAY 12.24.2025

1–3 PM THEATER PERFORMANCE Stages Houston presents It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at The Gordy (Lester & Sue Smith Stage) – tickets from $30 and up; performances through Sunday, 12.28.2025; $15 garage parking

THURSDAY 12.25.2025 : Christmas Day

2–4 PM ART EVENT The Complete Walking Tour of Houston: History, Architecture & Street Art in Downtown at Day 6 Coffee Co. (910 Prairie St.) – pay what you wish (suggested $15–$30); also 2–4 PM on Christmas Eve and Saturday, 12.27.2025


3–10 PM HOLIDAY EVENT Holiday Special at ARTECHOUSE Houston – tickets from $17; joyful, multisensory celebration for the entire family with vivid visuals and dynamic soundscapes, from Spectacular Factory to Tingle Bells, and more.

FRIDAY 12.26.2025

9–10:30 AM COMMUNITY EVENT Urban Paths presents Wellness Walk at Memorial Park Running Center – explore the forest, the prairie, and the hilltops of the park


7:30–9 PM THEATER PERFORMANCE Stages Houston presents The Twelve Dates of Christmas at The Gordy (Rochelle and Max Levit Stage) – tickets from $40 and up; performances through Sunday, 12.28.2025; $15 garage parking => "because nothing says 'Happy Holidays' without getting dumped on national TV!"

SATURDAY 12.27.2025

1–4 PM ART EVENT Vision Board Postcard Party at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston


2–4 PM CONCERT Hood Orchestra presents It Takes Us All at MATCH – tickets from $25 (also pay-what-you-can options)


6–8:30 PM FILM SCREENING Marty Supreme at River Oaks Theatre – tickets from $22.05 (unless you are a Cinema Savant member, then only $2.30!)

SUNDAY 12.28.2025

10 AM–12 PM ART EVENT The Complete Walking Tour of Houston: History, Architecture & Street Art in Downtown at Day 6 Coffee Co. (910 Prairie St.) – pay what you wish (suggested $15–$30)


6:45–9 PM FILM SCREENING Song Sung Blue at River Oaks Theatre – tickets from $22.05 (unless you are a Cinema Savant member, then only $2.30!)

🌟 HOUSTON HOLIDAY EVENTS 🌟

this list is updated weekly during the season

🔔 Christmas Village at Bayou Bend


🔔 Cistern Illuminated at Buffalo Bayou Park


🔔 Holiday Special at ARTECHOUSE


🔔 H-Town Holiday Lights at Discovery Green


🔔 Radiant Nature at Houston Botanic Garden


🔔 Winter Wonderlawn at POST Houston


What are your favorite Houston holiday events? Let me know so I can share them in my next issue.



NOTE: Event details may change without notice. Confirm with the venue or event organizer before attending. Missed an opening reception? Many exhibitions remain on view–visit during public hours.

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