The winter holiday season is a fantastic time to visit Washington County to enjoy numerous activities and find unique holiday gifts. Here are a few fun events coming up, all just an hour away from Houston and a stone’s throw from Gates Ranch.
Downtown Brenham’s Christmas Stroll & Lighted Parade
December 5-6
What do you think of when you picture small towns at Christmas? We hope you’ll think of Brenham! Downtown Brenham is decorated with thousands of lights to greet you as soon as you turn the corner for the town’s annual Christmas Stroll & Lighted Parade.
On one special night of the year, December 5, Brenham keeps its door open late, greeting people with smiles, hot cider and homemade goodies. Brenham also hosts a festive lighted parade in early evening with music, kids, horses and, of course, Santa Claus! After the parade, mingle in the streets, listen to the tuba band play Christmas carols, and browse through the many shops. Plans also include a fun-filled Saturday.
For more information and event times, go to www.visitbrenhamtexas.com or www.downtownbrenham.com/jingle or call 979-836-3369.
Christmas Fayre in Chappell Hill
December 6
While Santa is in the neighborhood, he’s going to visit Chappell Hill’s Annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday, December 6, from noon to 7 p.m. Children dressed in holiday attire are invited to bring their favorite teddy bears and spend the day in historic downtown Chappell Hill. Festivities include fun and games for children, Teddy Bear Parade, Santa’s arrival, live reindeer petting and photos, train rides, wine tasting, live music, ceremonial lighting of downtown holiday lights and Christmas tree, and firing of the cannon. Holiday shopping, as well as food and refreshments, will be available from participating local businesses and vendors.
The elves are busy preparing, so check in for more details at www.downtownbrenham.com/jingle/.
Concert at Historic Independence Baptist Church, by Baylor University
December 7
The public is invited to attend the Historic Independence Baptist Church on Sunday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m. for a musical program “O Come, Emmanuel: An Advent Celebration”, under the Direction of Mr. Carlos COlon, Spiritual Life – Baylor University and Artist in Residence at the Armstrong Browning Library. The Piano, String Quartet, and Vocal Ensemble are sponsored by The Baylor University Libraries and The Texas Collection.
Brunch with Santa – The Inn at Dos Brisas
December 21
You can also say hello to Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick on Sunday, December 21, 2014 at Brunch with Santa at Dos Brisas. There are two seatings, 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and tickets are $49 per adult and $18 per child. Brunch with Santa includes: cider tasting for adults, cookie decorating for children, a 3-course brunch, visit with Santa, and carriage rides. For more information, visit http://www.dosbrisas.com/.
Bethlehem in Independence
December 21-22
Country churches in Independence, Texas, come together to perform different scenes of the Christmas story. Visitors sipping hot chocolate travel from scene to scene via hayrides. For more information, please call the Independence General Store at 979-836-4211.
These are just a few of many events coming to Washington County this holiday season, For a listing of more events, please visit the Washington County Chamber of Commerce website at www.brenhamtexas.com.
While you’re in Washington County, we invite you to take a private tour of Gates Ranch. From Houston, you’re only a one-hour drive from an exclusive, private community of family farms where you find only beauty, serenity and privacy. We’ve sold 70% of the family farms in Phases I and II, so we encourage you to visit us soon. For more information about Gates Ranch or to schedule your personal tour, please call Cyndee Smith with Oldham Goodwin Group at 713-816-3407 or visit www.gatesranchtx.com.
