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(November 1) thru December 1, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Frisco: Christmas in the Square . November through December 2008 An extraordinary holiday light show synchronized to holiday music that can be heard throughout Frisco Square. The unique Christmas light display features over 70,000 lights. Each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening in December, this one of a kind event for kids of all ages will featured outdoor movies, carriage rides, bounce house, train rides, balloon artists and a number of other activities. Time: call. Cost: call. Location: 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 469-633-1721 or visit www.friscosquare.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (October 23) thru December 7, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show. Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4, Sun 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (August 30) thru December 7, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Terrific Treehouses. Through a judged competition, local design teams will create and build treehouses at the SA Botanical Garden. The exhibit opens with a three-day celebration packed with family activities. The first Saturday and Sunday are Terrific Treehouses Family Day with special activities. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: free. Location: San Antonio. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-829-5100 or visit www.sabot.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (November 22) thru December 13, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Nacogdoches: Nine Flags Festival. Downtown Nacogdoches will be transformed into a winter wonderland for the Nine Flags Festival with more than 3 million lights, fireworks, and the largest lighted Christmas parade in East Texas. Time: Times vary, check web site for complete schedule of events. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Nacogdoches. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-OLDEST-TOWN or visit www.nineflagsfestival.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, November and December. (November 22) thru December 14, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Botanical Garden Train Exhibit and Holiday Fun. Celebrate the holidays at the Garden with a special garden train exhibit, hundreds of poinsettias, blooming orchids in the Lucile Halsell Conservatory and much more. Many photo opportunities for family pictures. Time: Open daily 9am-5pm, except Thanksgiving. Cost: free with admission to the Garden. Location: San Antonio Botanical Garden. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-829-5100 or visit www.sabot.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (November 28) thru December 20, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: Jingle Bell Broadcasts. The Salado Silver Spur's Holiday Salute To Radio Time: Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Saturday Matinee 2pm. Cost: General Admission: Adults $15/Matinee $10, Senior Citizens, Students & Military With ID $12/Matinee $8, Children Under 12 $8. Group rates available. Location: Salado Silver Spur Theater, 108 Royals St. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 254-947-3456 or visit www.saladosilverspur.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (November 8) thru December 21, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Old Town Spring: Home for the Holidays. Over 150 shops decorated with thousands of twinkling lights welcome visitors to a season of unique Christmas gift shopping. Shop in a fairyland atmosphere with entertainment on weekends. Children enjoy the Christmas train and photos with Santa. Cost: Parking -- $3. Location: 403 Main Street, Spring TX 77373. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 50,000 - 200,000. For more information, call 1-888-U-STOP-IN. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, beginning the second weekend in November. (September 18) thru December 30, 2008 - EXHIBIT - San Antonio: Art in the Garden. Icelandic sculptor Steinunn Thorarinsdottir will open an exhibit of work at the Botanical Garden. The large contemporary work will be on display for several months. Time: 9am-5pm. Cost: free with admission to the Garden. Location: San Antonio Botanical Garden. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 210-829-5100 or visit www.sabot.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (August 31) thru December 31, 2008 - EXHIBIT - McKinney: 3rd Annual Dinosaurs Alive. Animatronic dinosaurs return to the nature trails of the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in a much-anticipated encore exhibit that also includes indoor, hands-on educational displays. Time: 8am - 5pm. Cost: $8 adults, $5 children 12-under & seniors. Location: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney TX 75069. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 972-562-5566 or visit www.heardmuseum.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. (November 24) thru December 31, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Dickinson: Annual Festival of Lights. Dickinson's Festival of Lights is located at Paul Hopkins Park off FM 517 East. The festival covers the entire park and guests can walk through a wonderful display of thousands of lights. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus visit the Festival on Weekends and children can visit with them, take pictures, and just enjoy the lights. Children can also decorate cookies or take a train ride through the park. Time: 6pm - 9pm . Cost: Free to public, donations accepted. Location: Paul Hopkins Park - FM 517 East, Dickinson, Texas. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call (281) 337-2489 or visit www.dickinsonfestivaloflights.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually. (November 26) thru December 31, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Marshall: Wonderland of Lights. The spirit of Christmas is alive & well. Come enjoy our world-renowned Christmas extravaganza, one of the largest Christmas celebrations in the United States that attracts tourists from all 50 states and other countries, yet keeps its wonderful small town Christmas atmosphere. More than 125,000 lights embellish the "Crown Jewel," the historic courthouse. Events throughout season. Time: 2pm - 10pm daily. Cost: Donations appreciated, fee for events. Location: Washington & Houston Streets, Downtown Marshall. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call 800-953-7868 or visit www.marshalltxchamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Thanksgiving to New Years. (November 21, 2008) thru January 3, 2009 - EXHIBIT - Marble Falls: Walkway of Lights. Over 1 million lights transform Lakeside Park into a holiday wonderland with Santa visits on the weekends. Time: 6pm-10pm (weather permitting). Cost: Free. Location: 307 Buena Vista Drive. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-759-8178 or visit www.marblefalls.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually-Begins Friday before Thanksgiving. December 2, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: 20th Annual City Sidewalks. Sponsored by the Abilene Downtown Association. Rediscover the charm of Christmas in downtown as merchants, museums, and galleries open their doors for an evening of holiday cheer. Activities Include: KTXS TV Christmas Lights Parade, Community Tree Lighting, Gingerbread House Decorating Contest, Entertainment, Food, Reindeer Run Game and more. Time: 5:30-8:30pm (6:30pm Parade, 7:30pm Tree lighting). Cost: Free. Location: Historic Downtown Abilene. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 325-676-2556, Wilma Butman. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. December 2, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Temple: Christmas Parade. Ignite your Christmas Spirit during the annual Temple Christmas Parade. Local businesses & associates present elaborate floats as the children wait for Santa Claus to arrive on his sleigh. Time: Call. Cost: Free. Location: Down N Main Street, Downtown Temple. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 254-298-5610 or visit www.discovertemple.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Monday in December. December 2-4, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Amarillo: Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show. One of the largest shows of its kind. Featuring over 700 exhibitors and 30,000 plus visitors. Time: daily. Location: Amarillo Civic Center 3rd and Buchanan. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-378-4297. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, week following Thanksgiving. December 4, 2008 - FESTIVAL - New Braunfels: Wassailfest. Annual event featuring wassail from local merchants and organizations, entertainment and prizes. Time: 6pm - 9pm. Cost: Location: Main Plaza Downtown. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-608-2100. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Thursday in December. December 4, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Weatherford: Girls Night Out. The York Avenue Merchants are excited to host Girls Night Out from 5-8 the first Thursday of each month. Pick up a punch card from the first store you visit and then visit all of the other merchants listed on the card. If you get all punched, you are eligible to enter the drawing for a great gift. Time: 5-8pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Downtown Weatherford, 100 York Avenue. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 817-594-8088 or visit www.visitweatherford.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Monthly, 1st Thursday. December 4-6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Beaumont: Very Merry Main Street Market. Join us for a festive gathering of vendors with a broad variety of quality merchandise sure to fill everyone's gift-buying needs-from whimsical, fun, and sporty to practical, beautiful and delicious. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, TX 77701. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (409) 832-0873 or visit www.juniorleaguebeaumont.com/msm/index.htm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Weekend in December. December 4-6 & 11-13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Jefferson: 25th Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes. 'Twas the night before Christmas in Jefferson as you tour four beautiful homes decorated in cedar, pine and fir all endowed with the soft glow of candles. Docents dressed in Victorian attire lead each guest through a 19th century Christmas to remember. Time: Thursdays 3pm-8pm & Thursdays 5pm-9pm. Cost: Adults: $15 Child: $2. Location: Four historic homes in Jefferson, Texas. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (903) 665-7064 or visit www.jeffersonfoundation.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 4-24, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: 18th Annual Christmas Lane. Drive through a winter wonderland complete with lights and animated figures. Stop and tour Quanna's Winter Wonderland, an indoor display of animated figures. Time: 6pm-10pm. Cost: Free. Location: Abilene State School, 2501 Maple, 79601. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-692-4053. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 5, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Baytown: Christmas Parade. Santa Claus is coming to town. Show your holiday spirit and join us for the Baytown Christmas Parade, Hosted by the Baytown Parks And Recreation Department. Over 250 parade entries are anticipated for the evening parade. Spectators will enjoy watching lighted floats, decorated vehicles, marching groups, school bands, and Santa Claus parade down Texas Avenue to kick off the holiday season. Awards will be given in various categories. Time: 6:30 Start. Cost: $10 Parade Registration; Free for spectators. Location: Texas Avenue. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-420-6597 or visit www.baytown.org/parks/special-events. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Friday in December. December 5, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Bryan: First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan. First Fridays in Historic Downtown Bryan has artist demonstrations, horse drawn carriage rides, live music, happy hours and more. Time: 6-9pm. Cost: Carriage Rides are $5 per person, Artist demonstrations are free. Location: Carriage rides at La Salle Hotel, 120 S. Main St. & Art Gallery is at Frame Gallery, 216 N. Bryan Ave. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-778-3688 or visit www.downtownbryan.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held on the first Friday of every month. December 5, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Cedar Park: 10th Annual Tree Lighting. The holidays begin with the annual Tree Lighting in Heritage Oak Park. Over 45,000 lights illuminate the largest Oak tree in Cedar Park. Enjoy caroling, carriage rides, Santa Claus and the Yule fire. Time: 6:30-8:30pm. Cost: Free. Location: Heritage Oak Park, 875 Quest Parkway, Cedar Park, TX 78613. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-401-5500 or visit www.cedarparktx.us/cp/pr_events_tree.aspx. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 5-6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Brenham: A Holiday Homecoming. Santa's Stroll of Christmas Treasures-Enjoy the sounds and tastes of the season. Kristkindl Market Sat. 8am-4pm, the Farmers Market offers handmade crafts, music and homemade goodies. Parade of Lights Family fun of a light-filled parade and rock & roll street dance. Time: Fri. 5-9pm, Sat. 10am-5pm. Cost: Free admission. Location: Historic Downtown Brenham. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-337-7384, 979-251-8600 or visit www.brenhamtexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 5-6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Columbus: Christmas on the Colorado. Shop Columbus' Mistletoe Marketplace and visit lovingly decorated historic homes during the season's annual Candlelight Homes Tour. Group tours available by reservation for historic homes not on the candlelight homes tour agenda. Call for group tour reservations. 979-732-8385. Time: Vary. Cost: Vary. Location: Columbus is located in Central Texas, between Houston and San Antonio, at Hwy 71 & IH-10. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-732-8385. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st weekend in December. December 5-6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Rockport: "Tropical" Christmas Festival. Lighting of the Children's Christmas Tree, Lighted Boat Parade and Harbor Lights. Time: 6pm. Cost: Free. Location: Rockport Beach Park. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 361-729-2213 Ext. 121 or visit www.cityofrockport.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 5-6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Sulphur Springs: Christmas Festival on Heritage Square. Friday: Lighting of the Christmas Tree on the square. Trolley rides to Heritage Park. Saturday: Christmas Parade and Christmas Festival on the Square. Enjoy arts & crafts, entertainment stage, Courthouse tours, bed races, train rides for the children and much, much more. Time: All day. Cost: free. Location: Heritage Square in Downtown Sulphur Springs. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-300-6623 or visit www.tourism.sulphurspringstx.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 5-6 & 12-13, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: Dickens' "A Christmas Carol". Dickens' famous Yuletide story adapted and directed by Hary Sweet. Time: 7pm. Cost: Adults $10, Students $5, Children (12 and under) $3. Tickets available at the gate each performance evening at 6:30pm. Location: Royal Lane. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-9205 or visit www.tablerock.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 5-7, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Salado: Historic Homes Tour. Visit beautifully decorated historic homes and log cabins. Time: Friday 5pm - 8pm, Saturday 10am - 6pm and Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Cost: $15. Location: Salado. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-8300 or visit www.salado.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually, 1st weekend in December. December 5-7 & 12-14, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Salado: Christmas Stroll. Christmas Parade - Live Nativity and Late Night Shopping with strolling carolers. Time: N/A. Cost: Free. Location: Main Street Salado. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-947-5040 or visit www.salado.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first 2 weekends in December. December 5-13, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Salado: Christmas Carol. Dickens' famous Yuletide story adapted and directed by Harry Sweet. Time: 7pm. Cost: $10 Adults, $5 Students, $3 Children (12 and under). Location: Tablerock Amphitheater, Royal Lane. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-715-4434 or visit www.tablerock.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 5, 2008 - January 1, 2009 - EXHIBIT - Wichita Falls: MSU/Burns Fantasy of Lights. Truly dazzling sight created by more than 34 brightly lit scenes and over 20,000 lights. One of the most spectacular Christmas displays of its kind anywhere in the United States. Time: Dusk - 10pm weekdays / 11pm weekends. Cost: free. Location: Midwestern State University Campus 3410 Taft. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: 50,000-200,000. For more information, call 940-397-4352 or visit www.mwsu.edu/fantasy. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Friday in December. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Canyon Lake: 25th Annual Christmas Parade of Lights on Canyon Lake. Annual parade sponsored by Hill Country Yacht Club. Maximum of 35 sail boats, ski boats, jet skis, etc. are decorated and parade around the lake passing by all of the parks & most of the homes on Canyon Lake. Judging will take place at CL Marina. Time: 6pm - 9:30 pm. Cost: Free. Location: Canyon Lake, Texas. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-964-2223 or Parade Chairman Mike Finleon 210-494-1807, or visit www.canyonlakechamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday in December. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Beaumont: Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade. Along with the tree lighting, a parade and family activities promise an exciting day of holiday celebration for the whole family. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Main Street, Beaumont, TX 77701. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (409) 880-3716. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday in December. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Baytown: Christmas on Texas Avenue. Celebrate Christmas in Baytown. Enjoy a fun-filled day on Texas Avenue, which includes a car show, local entertainment, good food, arts & craft vendors, kid's activities, and a visit from Santa Claus. Time: 10am - 5pm. Cost: Free Admission. Location: Texas Avenue. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281-427-6690. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Saturday in December. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Clifton: Norwegian Country Christmas A Tour of Homes, Art, & History. The festival will kick off Friday night with a lighted Christmas parade in historic downtown Clifton. Saturday, the tour begins at 9am and concludes at 5pm. Sites on the tour include historic Norwegian homes, churches, and local art. Special stops include "Gallery of Trees" and Heritage Village. Norwegian folk dancers perform at 5pm and Santa glides into town on his Viking Ship. Cost: Tour Tickets: $8 Adults. Location: Clifton Area. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1-800-344-3720. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday in December. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Dallas: 2008 Neiman Marcus Adolphus Children's Parade. The Neiman Marcus Adolphus Children's Parade raises funds for Children's Medical Center Dallas. Each year, more than 325,000 attendees in downtown Dallas enjoy parade elements including professionally designed floats, giant inflatable balloons, bands, drill teams and costumed characters. The parade is broadcast to more than 75 million households in more than 280 television markets. The 2003 Parade won the Gold Grand Pinnacle Award, the highest honor of the International Festivals and Events Association. Time: 10am. Cost: Reserved bleacher seats $15; General Admission free to the public. Location: Downtown Dallas. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call 214-456-8360. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st Saturday in December. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Fayetteville: Country Christmas in Fayetteville. This quaint little town is all dressed up for the holiday. Country Christmas in Fayetteville feature a historic home tour, carriage rides, entertainment, Christmas decorating contest town wide, wagon rides. A wonderful way to start your holiday season. Cost: none. Location: Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-378-4281. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first Saturday of December. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Flatonia: Christmas Market. hristmas Market with handcrafted and homemade items, a cookie walk & candy lottery. There will be wagon rides, visiting with Santa, seasonal music and the candlelight homes tour. Time: 3pm-10pm. Cost: free, except for Candlelight Homes Tour. Location: North & South Main Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 361-865-3920. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend in December. December 6, 2008 - FAIR - Harlingen: Jackson Street Market Days. An old fashioned open-air street fair with antiques, crafts, sidewalk sales, produce cart, and food vendors. Part of Jackson Street is blocked off for this event. Sponsored by the Harlingen Downtown Merchants Association. Time: 9am - 4pm. Cost: Free. Location: Jackson Street in downtown Harlingen. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (956) 423-4933. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held monthly, 1st Saturday. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Historic Gruene in New Braunfels: 20th Annual Christmas Along the Corridor - Pony Express Run. Gruene Historic District will receive a Pony Express rider from the Comal County Sheriff's Posse at 10am. Relay riders carry a "Christmas Greetings" message from the Governor of Texas. A temporary Post Office will be set up next to Gruene Outfitters in Gruene to cancel stamps for mailing. Bring your Christmas cards to have the stamps cancelled with the 2005 commemorative stamp representing Gruene. Time: 10am. Cost: Free Admission. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-5077. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Annual Event. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Historic Gruene in New Braunfels: Annual Gruene Town Lighting. Enjoy Christmas music beginning at 5:30pm and then the town lighting at 6pm when Cowboy Kringle rides into town on horseback. Free Admission. Time: 5:30pm. Cost: Free admission. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-5077. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in December. December 6, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Port Aransas: Carolers Afloat, Boat Lighting Parade. Enjoy the holiday ~ Island Style! Watch, or be a part of this holiday boat parade with family fun and even a visit from Santa. Decorate your own boat or hop on a decorated commercial boat and sing carols while you cruise the marina. Time: 6-10pm. Cost: Free. Location: Roberts Point Park, 301 JC Barr Blvd. - Dennis Dryer Municipal Harbor. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 1 (800) 45-COAST or visit www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Lewisville: Holiday at the Hall. This festival, held in Old Town Lewisville, features a wide range of free family events. Any family looking for a way to kick off the holiday season and really get into the festive spirit should stop by Old Town for this event. The festival includes local favorites such as the city's official holiday tree-lighting celebration and the Old Town Stroll, a parade down Main and Mill streets, live entertainment, visits with Santa Claus, the CCA Festival Of Trees, and the annual Motorcycle Toy Run. Time: 10am - 7pm. Cost: Free. Location: Old Town Lewisville on Main Street. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (972) 219-3401 or visit www.visitlewisville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 1st weekend in December. December 6, 13, 20, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Palestine: Victorian Christmas Celebration. Experience Christmas Victorian style. Ride a turn of the century steam engine train and enjoy strolling carolers, a visit with Santa, wassail, hot cider, ginger bread and cookies as you venture through the countryside. Tour Victorian homes decorated in the style and fashion of the era. Feel the excitement in the air as you view the lighted Christmas parade. Time: varies throughout the day each weekend. Cost: various ticket prices depending on the event. Location: Texas State Railroad, various neighborhoods and downtown. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 1-800-659-3484. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first 3 Saturdays in December. December 6, 2008 - FESTIVAL - San Saba: Pecan Capital Trade Days. This is a treasured San Saba tradition! "Pecan Capital Trade Days" is the new name for the monthly peddlers day that features vendors from all across The Great State Of Texas, displaying their hand crafted items, home grown produce, food, and more. And of course, there is always an appearance by the San Saba Santa Claus. Time: 8am-2pm, Live Entertainment starts at 10am. Cost: Free; Booth spaces $20. Location: On The Courthouse Square in Historic Downtown San Saba, Texas. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 325-372-8291 or visit www.sansabatexas.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held every first Saturday of the month. December 6-7, 2008 - EXHIBIT - Calvert: Annual Christmas Tour of Homes. 3rd largest historical district in Texas. Different set of homes each year. Wonderful, must see Victorian architecture, renovations and restorations. Nostalgic downtown shopping. Time: 1pm - 5pm. Cost: $10. Location: Various. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 979-364-2559 or visit www.calverttx.comm. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually, 1st weekend in December. December 6-7, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Galveston - 35th Annual Dickens on The Strand. Presented by the Galveston Historical Foundation, Dickens on The Strand will take you and your family on an enchanted journey through history as a bustling 19th Century cityscape comes to life. Centered in a 10-block area of Galveston's The Strand National Historic Landmark District, the event will include three parades and free, nonstop entertainment on the festival's six stages, plus strolling carolers and roving street musicians, bagpipers and entertainers. Additionally, over 150 costumed vendors will be peddling their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with tasty culinary delights and Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations and gift items. Time: Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-6pm. Cost: Adults $10 in advance or $12 at gate, Children ages 7-12 $4 in advance or $6 at gate, Children 6 years & younger free, Costumed visitors will be admitted at half price. Location: The Strand National Historic Landmark District. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Tickets can be purchased online at www.dickensonthestrand.com or by calling the Galveston Historical Foundation at 409-765-7834. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend in December. December 6-7, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - McKinney: 35th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes. Visit homes in the historic district and Chestnut Square decorated for the holidays. Enjoy living history demonstrations and holiday shopping at Dixie's Store. Time: Saturday 10am - 5pm. Cost: $12 in advance/$15 at door. Location: Historic District & Chestnut Square. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 972-562-8790 or visit www.chestnutsquare.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 6-7 & 20-21, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - New Braunfels: Old Gruene Christmas Market Days. 100 vendors feature uniquely crafted items, and packaged Texas foods. Enjoy entertainment, restaurants and over 25 permanent shops. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-832-1721 or visit www.GrueneMarketDays.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held the 3rd Sat & Sun of the month starting in February. December 6-7, 2008 - CONCERT - Sulphur Springs: North East Texas Choral Society Christmas Concert. Cap the Christmas Festival weekend with the annual Christmas Concert performed by the North East Texas Choral Society. Time: Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm. Cost: $12 at door, children 12 and under $7 at door. Location: Hopkins County Regional Civic Center. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-300-6623 or visit www.tourism.sulphurspringstx.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first weekend in December. December 7-8, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Rockport: Christmas Historic Homes Tour. Visit six beautiful, historical coastal homes in Rockport-Fulton decked out in holiday finery and staffed by Docents in period costumes. Time: 12/07/07 4-8 p.m. & 12/08/07 Noon - 4pm. Cost: $10 Advance - $15 Day of Event. Location: Rockport and Fulton. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 1-800-242-0071 or view the full schedule at www.rockport-fulton.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 10, 2008 - CONCERT - New Braunfels: Comal Country Music Show. A house band and three featured artists provide country music for the listening audience. Snack bar provides delicious sandwiches and desserts. Time: Doors open at 6pm. Cost: $4. Location: 380 S. Seguin. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-4547. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: 2nd Wednesday of each month. December 11, 2008 - January 4, 2009 - EXHIBIT - Kerrville: Tenth Annual Photo Quest. Annual Hill Country Camera Club competitive show and sale. Time: Tues-Sat 10-4, Sun. 1-4, closed Mondays. Cost: free. Location: Kerr Arts & Cultural Ctr., 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 895-2911 or visit www.kacckerrville.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in December. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - San Saba: Movie In The Park. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and pillows, sleeping bags..Bring the whole family. The 3 Stooges are always on first and then The City Of San Saba features a new family-friendly movie one month and a family classic the next month. Family affordable concessions available. Time: At dark, around 9pm. Cost: Free. Location: T-Ball Field inside Mill Pond Park. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 325-372-8291 or visit www.sansaba.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held every second Saturday of the month. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Weatherford: Candle Light Tour of Homes. The Candlelight Tour of Homes will encompass a variety of historic houses and buildings. Visit the various sites on the tour to have a feel for the decor, attire, and furnishing of the early 20th Century. This is a unique tour that only occurs once a year. This tour typically runs from 1-9pm Bring your family and friends to Weatherford to view various styles of homes ranging from Bungalow, Victorian, Federal, and much more. Time: 1pm - 9pm. Cost: $12. Location: Area Historic Homes, 1 Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-594-3801 or visit www.parkercountyheritagesociety.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in December. December 13-14, 2008 - FAIR - Ingleside: Enchanted Forest Renaissance Faire. Faire celebrates the 17th century warriors, jousting, and tradesmen. Come in costume and join the merriment. Time: Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday noon - 5pm. Cost: Adults $5, Children 6-12 $3, under 6 free. Location: Live Oak Park - 1874 Port Avenue. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-899-2906 or visit www.renfaireingleside.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, second weekend in December. December 14, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: ArtWalk. Bring the entire family to historic downtown where restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and live entertainment await you. Time: 5 pm-8:30 pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Downtown Abilene. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 325-677-8389, Center for Contemporary Arts. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held monthly, second Thursday. December 14, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Dickinson: Rotary Club of Dickinson Annual Christmas Parade. The Annual Dickinson Rotary Parade is open to the public. Families are invited to enjoy our fabulous parade which runs from the I-45 Freeway at FM 517 and travels east to Highway 3. Groups are welcome to join in the parade by paying a $20 per float fee. Funds aid in Rotary Scholarships and other Rotary Community gifts. Time: 6pm - 8pm. Cost: Event is Free, to participate in the parade $20 per vehicle/float. Location: Event starts at FM 517 East and I-45 and travels down FM 517 East to Highway 3. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 281 229-6088 or visit www.dickinsonrotary.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held Annually, 2nd Thursday of December. December 11-13 & 18-20, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Canyon Lake: North Pole Village. Enjoy the magic of the North Pole with a stroll through Santa's Village. A white winter wonderland that includes a petting zoo, bakery (decorate your own cookies), post office (write Santa a letter), toy factory, Elf's house (face painting), Village Church (story of Christ's birth) and a hayride to Bethlehem. A memorable event. Time: 6pm-9pm. Cost: $3 pp, 18 mos & younger free. Location: CRRC Recreation Center, 125 Mabel Jones Drive - S. Access Road Canyon Lake, Texas 78133. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-964-2223 or visit www.canyonlakechamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd & 3rd weekend in December. December 12, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Georgetown: Market Days. Arts & crafts, antiques & collectibles, and festive foods on the lawn of the historic Williamson County Courthouse. Time: 10am-5pm. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Square. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-868-8675. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held the 2nd Saturday of each month, March - December. December 12, 2008- OTHER EVENT - Goliad: Market Days. Over 170 booths of arts, crafts, food, antiques, collectibles, metalwork, woodwork, jewelry, pottery, soaps, potpourri, clothes, plants and much more to be found in 3 adjacent locations. Time: 9am-4pm. Cost: free. Location: Goliad Downtown Courthouse Square. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 800-848-8674. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held the 2nd Saturday each month, March - December. December 12-13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kilgore: Christmas in the Oil Patch. Experience "Christmas in the Oil Patch" at the Oil Museum, the World's Richest Acre Park and star-topped oil derricks, cut a Christmas Tree, Christmas stories in our festive library, tour lighted neighborhoods, and visit the historic Post Office and Heritage Square with a 35' Christmas Tree, shopping, and festive entertainment. Time: 6pm-8pm. Cost: free. Location: Downtown Kilgore. Region: Texas Piney Woods. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 903-984-5022. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 12-13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Houston: 46th Annual Candlelight Tour. Holiday traditions shine at The Heritage Society's Candlelight Tour. Come tour Houston's most historic homes decorated for the season. Enjoy food, entertainment and more. Evelyn Boatwright and Ruth M. Smith Co-Chairs. Time: 6:30-9:30pm. Cost: Adults $10, Students & Seniors $5, Under 12 are free with adults. Location: 1100 Bagby. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 713-655-1912 or visit www.heritagesociety,org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd full weekend in December. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Canyon Lake: 30th Annual Canyon Lake Christmas Parade. Local merchants and citizens come together for one of the most fun Christmas parades in the Hill Country. Some merchants open their doors with cookies and punch during and after the parade. Surrounding area high school marching bands, extravagant floats, Shriner clowns and "crazy cars", dignitaries in antique autos and the Sheriff's Posse on horseback are just some of the groups involved. Time: 11am. Cost: Free. Location: Community of Sattler, FM 2673 @ River Road. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-964-2223 or visit www.canyonlakechamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in December. December 13, 2008 - FAIR - Cedar Park: 10th Annual Santa's Workshop. Enjoy great music, fun, arts & crafts and of course... Santa Claus. Time: 6-8 pm. Cost: Free. Location: Heritage Oak Park, 875 Quest Parkway, Cedar Park, TX 78613. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 512-401-5500 or visit www.cedarparktx.us/cp/pr_events_santa.aspx. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Chappell Hill: Holiday Homes Tour. Visit beautiful homes, churches and historic sites. Enjoy entertainment, including Teddy Bear Parade and efreshments. Cost: nominal fee. Location: Downtown. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. For more information, call 979-836-6033. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, second Saturday in December. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Del Rio: Christmas Parade of Lights on Lake Amistad. Enjoy the Christmas parade of lights on Lake Amistad when boats are covered in lights. The parade begins at dusk and travels from Diablo East Marina to the International Dam. Houseboats, sailboats, pontoon boats, and bass boats are only a few that will be in the parade. For an awesome sight join the sightseers from the shores of beautiful Lake Amistad. Time: Dusk. Location: Lake Amistad. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-775-3551. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in December. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - McKinney: Second Saturday on the Square. Shops, restaurants and art galleries are open late on the second Saturday of each month. Enjoy shopping, art exhibits, carriage rides and live music throughout the square's businesses. Time: 7-10pm. Cost: Free. Location: McKinney's Historic Downtown Square, intersections of Louisiana/Kentucky/Virginia/Tennessee Streets. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 972-547-2660 or visit www.downtownmckinney.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held every Second Saturday of the Month. December 13, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - San Elizario: 15th Annual Luminarias/ Posadas Festival. Traditional event featuring 3000 luminaries adorning the plaza and the San Elizario Church. Traditional posadas event include Mary & Joseph seeking shelter in and around the church & at Los Portales Museum. Traditional food will be available. Time: 6pm. Cost: Free admission. Location: Los Portales Museum, 1523 San Elizario Rd, San Elizario, TX. 79849. Region: Texas Big Bend Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 915 851 1682 or email sanelizario@sbcglobal.net. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Johnson City: A Timeless Christmas in Johnson City. Enjoy three Christmases in one. First a lamplit 1920's small town Christmas at Lyndon Johnson's Boyhood Home. Then a frontier holiday at the Johnson Settlement. Gather round the campfire at the chuckwagon, stroll to the original 1856 dogtrot cabin for refreshments and seasonal carols. Third, the million lights of a modern Christmas throughout the town: "Lights Spectacular, Hill Country Style." Time: 6pm-9pm. Cost: free. Location: Johnson Settlement and LBJ Boyhood Home, Avenue G and Elm Street. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 868-7128, ext. 244. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on a Saturday in December, but date varies. December 13, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Seabrook & Kemah: 47th Annual Christmas Boat Parade on Clear Lake. More than 100 beautifully lighted and extravagantly decorated boats travel leisurely through the lake and up Clear Creek Channel to Galveston Bay. The parade can be viewed along the shoreline in Seabrook and Kemah. Time: 6:30. Cost: free. Location: Shoreline in Seabrook and Kemah. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. For more information, call 281-488-7676. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd Saturday in December. December 13-14, 2008 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Abilene: "Christmas at the Paramount". Musical play performed by First Baptist Church. This is the story of an Abilene family who finds itself in the midst of change and the aspect of a very gloomy holiday season ahead of them. Despite grief and loneliness, renewed strength comes to them from some very unexpected places. They find the courage and hope they need to move past the hard times and rejoice in the blessings they have. Time: 2pm & 7pm. Cost: Free. Location: Historic Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 325-675-8138, First Baptist Church or visit www.abilenevisitors.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, December. December 13-14, 2008 - FAIR - Ingleside: Enchanted Forest Renaissance Faire. Nobles and plain folk celebrate our historical and cultural roots from the 15th and 17th centuries. Partake of the folklore, crafts, dance, music, history and the magic of distant times. Time: 10am - 5pm. Cost: $5 for adults, 6-12 years $3. Location: 1874 Port Avenue. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 888-899-2906 or visit www.inglesidetxchamber.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 2nd weekend in December. December 12-14, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - McKinney: Third Monday Trade Days. One of the oldest trade day markets in Texas, with more than 750 indoor and outdoor booths offering antiques, collectibles, food, specialty products and much more. If you haven't been to Third Monday, you just haven't been shopping. Time: 8am-5pm. Cost: Free to attend, Parking $3. Location: Located on US 380, 2 miles west of US 75 (Central Expressway). Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: N/A. For more information, call 972-562-5466 or visit www.tmtd.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held the weekend before every 3rd Monday. December 13, 2008 - CONCERT - New Braunfels: Christmas Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist. In the tradition of a New Orleans style gospel brunch, we are serving up awe-inspiring gospel music coupled with a mouth-watering buffet. Tickets can be purchased online at www.gruenehall.com, by calling 830-629-5077 or in person at Gruene Hall. Time: TBA. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-606-1601. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Recurring: Held monthly, 2nd Sunday, starting in February. December 20, 2008 - FESTIVAL - Belton: Belton Market Days. Buying, selling and trading in downtown Belton. Come see our vendors and farmer's market in our historic downtown on Central Ave. Enjoy food and entertainment. Time: 8am - 4pm. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Historic Belton. Region: Texas Prairies and Lakes. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 254-939-3551 or visit www.beltonchamber.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held every 3rd Saturday of the month. December 20, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - New Braunfels: Champagne Shopping. An after-hours event for NB Art League visitors to shop for Christmas gifts or a joint spousal gift for the home. Fine art is in the main gallery and in the Very Berry Holiday Show; craft and gift items are also in the show. Time: 5pm - 8pm. Cost: Call. Location: 239 W. San Antonio St. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-629-8022 or visit www.newbraunfelsartleague.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 20, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Kerrville: Kerr County Market Days. The marketplace for quality goods from the Hill Country. Over 75 vendors featuring arts & crafts, fresh grown produce and plants, and more. Time: 9am-4pm. Location: Kerr County Courthouse Lawn, 700 Main Street. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 830-792-4655 or visit www.kerrmarketdays.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. The Market takes place on the 4th Saturday of each month, April-November, and the 3rd Saturday in December. December 21, 2008 - OTHER EVENT - Stonewall: Christmas Tree Lighting and Evening Ranch Tours. A Hill Country tradition for 34 years. Established by President and Mrs. Johnson, this community gathering is still attended by family members, who light the beautiful Christmas tree prior to special night tours of the LBJ Ranch bedecked in festive lighting and a visit to a German farmhouse, decorated for Christmas at the turn of the last century. Time: approximately 6pm. Cost: free. Location: LBJ State Park and Historic Site and the LBJ Ranch. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (830) 644-2252. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on a Sunday in December, but date varies. December 31, 2008 - CONCERT - Beaumont: Crockett Street New Year's Eve Celebration. Ring in 2008 in Beaumont for the street party of the year at Crockett Street on New Year's Eve. Enjoy live music, a laser light show and street party festivities. Time: Call. Cost: Call. Location: Crockett Street, Beaumont, TX 77701. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call (409) 832-2944 or visit www.crockettstreet.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. December 31, 2008 - CONCERT - Historic Gruene in New Braunfels: New Year's Eve at Gruene Hall. Ring in the New Year at Texas' Oldest Dance Hall, Gruene Hall. Advance tickets are recommended. Time: Call for specific time info. Cost: Call for cost info. Location: Gruene Historic District. Region: Texas Hill Country. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit our web site at www.gruenehall.com, call 830-629-5077 or toll-free from San Antonio (830) 606-1601, or stop by Gruene Hall in person. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on New Year's Eve, December 31st. December 31, 2008 - FESTIVAL - San Antonio: Celebrate San Antonio. Celebrate at the largest free New Year's Eve festival in the state of Texas. This event continues to draw a quarter of a million excited revelers downtown for a spectacular 17 minute fireworks show, great San Antonio cuisine, games and rides, and entertainment for the entire family. Whether you are a fan of Tejano, Norteno, Rock, old school hits, or oldies, Celebrate San Antonio offers it all. Time: 6pm - midnight. Cost: free. Location: Alamo Street between Market & Durango, and within historic La Villita. Region: South Texas Plains. Average attendance: 200,000-500,000. For more information, call 210-212-8423 or visit www.celebratesa.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Annual New Year's Eve Celebration.
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