Greater Houston residents can choose from a wide range of Thanksgiving and Black Friday events this weekend, including the annual downtown parade, local markets, family runs, and tree-lighting celebrations.
Greater Houston will host Thanksgiving and Black Friday events from Nov. 27–30, including the city's hallmark parade, neighborhood markets, a fun run, and early Christmas shopping.
On Thanksgiving morning, Kingwood hosts Addi's Faith Turkey Day 5K & Kids Wishbone 1K. The run benefits Addi's Faith Foundation, which researches childhood cancer and helps families. The custom lets runners “run with purpose” to benefit cancer-stricken children, organizers added. Town Center Park hosts the event from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. Registration costs $25–$50.
The 76th H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade will return to downtown Houston. The free festival begins at 9 a.m. and features big floats, marching bands, and family-friendly entertainment. The procession is “a holiday staple” for residents and visitors, according to city officials.
Montgomery County Market Days, taking place from Nov. 28–30 at Bull Sallas Park in New Caney, offers Black Friday deals. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., over 100 sellers provide holiday gifts and handcrafted items at the free market.
Hundreds of dogs and handlers will compete in the Conroe Holiday Classic Dog Show at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds from November 28 to December 1. Several regional kennel clubs will host the free show, which will judge multiple breeds.
Granny Camp CTX in Conroe will feature holiday décor, cozy activities, and surprises during the free Beginning to Look Like Christmas Weekend, Nov. 28–30.
The westward Tomball Art Market returns Nov. 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A weekly market at 313 W. Main St. showcases local artists and craftspeople. The Christmas Market at Traders Village in Houston is open from Nov. 29 to Dec. 21. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the outdoor market provides Santa photographs, workshops, and seasonal crafts.
The Yelba Trio will perform Nov. 29 from 7–10 p.m. near Vintage Park's fountains.
Woodforest Stadium in Shenandoah will host the Annual Run for Jeev on Nov. 30. The $50 event commemorates Sanjeev Panja and promotes mental health and suicide prevention.
On Nov. 30, City Place in Spring will host its Oh, What Fun! Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration from 3 to 7 p.m. to conclude the weekend. The event includes a marketplace, Santa photographs, balloon artists, live music, and the tree lighting.
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