Holiday in The Gardens

Moody Gardens transforms into Holiday in the Gardens, where ICE LAND, sparkling lights, and family traditions create magical holiday memories.

Each year, Moody Gardens brings the holidays to life with experiences that delight all ages. Explore dazzling light displays, wander themed attractions, and embrace the spirit of the season in a setting that blends Gulf Coast charm with festive wonder.

Date(s): Nov 22, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026

Holiday in the Gardens Festivities

November 22 - January 3
ICE LAND: Christmas Around the World
A skilled team of master ice carvers has transformed 2 MILLION pounds of ice to take you on a holiday journey…
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November 22 - January 3
Holiday Lights
Prepare to be dazzled! Step into a winter wonderland where over TWO MILLION sparkling lights dance and glisten across Galveston Bay…
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Dec 19 to Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Fantasy: North Pole’s Got Talent – Dinner & Show
Walter and Holly are back! Join the search for the season’s brightest star in this high-energy holiday spectacular. Experience jaw-dropping acrobatics…
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November 22 - January 3
Ice Skating Rink
Starting at 6:00 pm when Holiday Lights opens. You must enter through Holiday Lights to access the Ice Skating Rink (Ice…
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November 22 - January 3
Kiddie Train Rides
Enjoy the festive lights and music as the Kiddie Train takes you along a section of Holiday Lights. Must be under…
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November 22 - January 3
Holiday 3D & 4D Films
4D Films include Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D and Scrooge 4D: A Christmas Carol. 3D Films include Jerusalem 3D, Light Before…
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November 22 - January 3
Arctic Slide
Enjoy the fun with a festive glide down the Arctic Slide. The Arctic Slide is included in the Holiday Pass! Must…
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ICE LAND: Christmas Around the World webcam

Holiday Dining

Breakfast with Santa
The Garden Restaurant Chirstmas Eve Buffet
Café in The Park Christmas Eve Buffet
Moody Ballroom Christmas Brunch
Café in The Park Christmas Day Buffet
Christmas Lunch at Café in The Park
Shearn’s Christmas Four-Course Dinner
New Years Palooza
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Travel Packages

More Holiday Experiences

Dickens on The Strand
Holiday Magic Meets Coastal Charm on Winter Wonder Island
Holiday With The Cranes