Right in the middle of Houston is a charming holiday attraction you’d expect to find in a small town rather than our state’s largest city. Complete with lights, carols, model trains, and a historic mansion is the Christmas Village at Bayou Bend, operated by the Museum of Fine Arts. Check it out:
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens get transformed into a magical winter wonderland during the holiday season. All 14 acres are covered in thousands of multicolored lights and other festive displays.
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Santa will make nightly appearances until December 23. Other activities for all ages include a scavenger hunt, ring-toss, and so much more.
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Watch this handcrafted model train circle a grandiose, 15-foot Christmas tree.
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Carolers dressed in Victorian attire will be singing all your favorite holiday tunes. Bells are set up at several different stations for visitors to make music of their own!
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Slide down a snowy hill and throw cotton snowballs with your friends and family. It’ll be a white Christmas after all!
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Head inside and grab a drink at the bar. Dinner, appetizers, hot chocolate, and treats will also be served.
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For just $5 more, you can take a tour of the Ima Hogg Historic Mansion. It features live actors, theatrical effects, and holiday decor around every corner.
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Take a leisurely stroll and take in all the sights before heading to the shop. Pick up a few last-minute gifts on your way out!
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The village will be open Wednesday-Sunday evenings through January 5. Tickets can be purchased here.
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You’ll find the village at 6003 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007.
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Have you ever been to the Christmas Village at Bayou Bend? Are there any other holiday villages that everyone should visit this year? Let us know!
For more holiday lights in Texas, check out The Christmas Lights Road Trip Through Texas That’s Nothing Short Of Magical.
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