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    "Tangible/Nothing"

    In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.
    Through July 30, 2023  
    Ruby City, San Antonio
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    Carol of Lights

    Celebrate the holidays at the farmers market with an antique car show, music, food trucks, and a lighted parade at 6:30pm.
    Sat., Dec. 3. Free.
    Lampasas
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    Cistern Illuminated

    The latest art installation fills the former drinking water reservoir with colored lights. Timed tickets required.
    Through Jan. 8. $10.
    Houston
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    Dickens on the Strand

    The streets around the waterfront are transformed into Victorian England with lots of food, entertainment, and family fun.
    Fri.-Sun., Dec. 2-4
    Galveston
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    Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit

    More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.
    Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023
    Houston
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    Holiday Festivities on South Padre Island

    Trade snow for sand and enjoy festivities like a Christmas parade on land, a lighted boat parade on the water, a sandcastle village, and Skateapalooza ice rink.
    Fri., Dec. 2. Free.
    South Padre Island
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    Legacy Plaza Hot Cocoa Contest

    Taste some of Texas' best hot cocoas and vote for your fave, and while you're at the gardens, look for hiding gnomes and buy a luminary to place in the name of a loved one.
    Sat., Dec. 3. Free.
    Goldthwaite
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    Nativity Exhibit

    Hundreds of Nativity scenes are on display from cherished family heirlooms to gifts brought back from overseas and whimsical handmade creations.
    Fri., Nov. 25-Sun., Dec. 4. Free.
    Port Lavaca
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    Open Days at the Garden

    Three guided tours happen each day at the extraordinary John Fairey garden with more than 3,000 plants, many rare or endangered. The nursery will be open for holiday shopping.
    Sat., Dec. 3 & 17. $15.
    Hempstead
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    Pearl Bluegrass Jam

    Some people take a drive out to the historic schoolhouse for music; others go for the homemade pies.
    Sat., Dec. 3. Free.
    Gatesville
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    Santa’s Railroad Wonderland

    See the railyard decorated in lights for the season, get aboard for a short train ride, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays.
    Sat.-Sun., Dec. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 5:15-8pm. $10-12.
    San Antonio
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    Starry, Starry Nights

    Go to Badu Park to see the light displays reflect off the Llano River and sip hot chocolate.
    Through Dec. 31
    Llano
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    The Game's Afoot: Holmes for the Holidays

    Navasota Theatre puts on an inventive murder mystery set during the holidays.
    Through Dec. 11  
    Navasota
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    Trains at NorthPark

    Presented by Bank of Texas, this 35-year holiday family tradition has become a favorite for generations of Dallasites and includes 1,600 feet of track rolling from coast to coast on a whimsical rail journey across America. All ticket proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.
    Nov. 12-Jan. 6. Mon.-Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun., noon-6pm; hours vary for holidays. $5-10.  
    NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Dallas
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    Walkway of Lights

    It’s a holiday tradition that has grown to more than 2 million lights and 350 lighted sculptures on the shores of the lake.
    Through Dec. 31, 6-10pm
    Marble Falls

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