Celebrate the Most Wonderful Time of The Year
On Thanksgiving evening, thousands of Houstonians and out-of-town guests will gather along Post Oak Boulevard for the TXU Energy Uptown Holiday Lighting, an event now in its 23rd year. This fun-filled family event, benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services, will ring-in the holidays with more than a half-million twinkling lights; festive music; holiday characters including clowns, larger than life Santa’s reindeer and 12-foot tall snowmen; a special appearance from Santa and a fireworks extravaganza. But it does not end there. The holiday ambiance created by 80 brilliantly-lit holiday trees standing guard over Post Oak Boulevard as well as numerous decorations and lighting throughout the area will continue into the holiday season.

When
Thursday, Nov. 22
Holiday music and concessions will begin at 4 p.m.
Santa lights the Boulevard and fireworks extravaganza at 7 p.m.

Where
Uptown Houston
On Post Oak Boulevard, between San Felipe and Westheimer.  Click HERE for map.

Cost
FREE and open to the public

Parking
FREE at the following locations:

777 Post Oak Boulevard
Centre @ Post Oak
Dillard’s Garage
Four Oaks Place
The Galleria
Post Oak Central
Post Oak Plaza
Williams Tower

For More Info
Call 713-621-2504  

Event Highlights
Holiday Music and Concessions - Families can arrive early to enjoy the sounds of their favorite holiday tunes. They also can savor the flavors of the holidays as funnel cakes, cotton candy, kettle corn and holiday beverages are just a few of the scrumptious treats that will be sold at area concession stands.

Santa Lights the Boulevard - With the help of the audience, Santa and his reindeer will light up more than a half-million twinkling lights on 80 Christmas trees along the boulevard and more than 50 building rooftops to herald the arrival of the holiday season.

Dazzling Fireworks Extravaganza - A dazzling holiday fireworks extravaganza will explode in sync with holiday music, setting the stage for a spectacular holiday season.

Benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior Services
Sheltering Arms Senior Services' mission is to promote the dignity and independence of older adults through service, advocacy, and support for caregivers. It provides the most comprehensive array of high quality, affordable senior services in the Houston, Texas area.