Rice Village

Collectible Ornament Night | Presented by Wilson & Franco
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-03
Take home a piece of the magic this holiday season! Join us for Collectible Ornament Night, brought to you by Wilson & Franco and receive a limited-edition Ice Village ornament, the perfect keepsake to remember your visit.
Only 100 ornaments will be distributed each Friday and Saturday evening, so arrive early to collect yours and make your night at Ice Village even more special.

Holiday Sips with Ron's Pub at Ice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-03
Twas the sip before Christmas, and all through the rink, skaters found cheer with a festive drink. Cabernet, Chardonnay, or local beer — Ron’s Pub is pouring the holiday cheer!
Ron’s Pub On-Site Dates

December 31
January 1, 2 and January 3

Times:

Thursday: 5-10 p.m.
Fridays: 5–11 p.m.
Saturdays: 1–11 p.m.
Sundays: 1:00–7 p.m.
New Year’s Eve: 5-9 p.m.

Glide Into The Magic of Ice Village at Rice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-04
Houston’s happiest rink arrives Now–January 4. Lace up for ice skating, festive photo ops, and visits with Santa every weekend. Stay to dine, shop, and celebrate the season in Rice Village.

Tiny’s Milk & Cookies at Ice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-04
Tiny’s Milk & Cookies is bringing their warm-from-the-oven magic to Ice Village at Rice Village this holiday season.

What began as a chocolate-chip-cookie recipe scribbled on a napkin has grown into a Houston favorite.

From Thursday through Sunday, November 28 through January 4
Tiny’s will be part of the Ice Village fun, serving their signature cookies and adding an extra-sweet touch to your holiday experience.

DIY Christmas Stocking Workshop & Holiday Pop-Up | Fabric Forge
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-06
This season, make something from the heart. Join Fabric Forge for a DIY Christmas Stocking Class and learn to sew a one-of-a-kind gift for someone special.
Plus, support local makers at our Holiday Pop-Up Shop, featuring Houston artisans, crafters, bakers, and designers.
Fabric Forge began as HTX Sewn Goods, a collective launched at St. Luke’s Gethsemane during the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a collaboration of sewists, nonprofits, and small-batch makers producing more than 75,000 reusable masks for frontline workers has grown into a creative hub for sustainable design and community connection.
Workshop Details

November 29: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. , 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.
December 6: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. , 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.

Must be 10 years or older.
Class cost: $40

Photos With Santa
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-21
He’s making a list, checking it twice… and stopping by Ice Village for festive photos! Snap a picture with Santa at Ice Village and make your holiday memories shine on select dates below:

December 20

4-8 p.m.

December 21

4 -8 p.m.

Tasc Performance at Ice Village
2025-12-04 - 2025-12-18
Tasc Performance is stepping out of their store and into Ice Village to bring you their warmest winter essentials, perfect for staying cozy all season long.
Stop by and say hi to them on December 4, 11, and 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. as they showcase a curated selection of premium, sustainable activewear designed for comfort, performance, and holiday style.
Discover winter layers, thoughtful gifts, and the perfect pieces to keep you warm while enjoying the Ice Village experience.

Après Skate | Hudson House
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-31
For the month of December swing by Hudson House to enjoy a complimentary cup of hot cocoa topped with fluffy marshmallows and festive candy canes while posing at their holiday chairlift surrounded by sparkling seasonal flair!

Promised Land Holiday Pop-Up
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14
This holiday season, Promised Land® Dairy is bringing rich and decadent Old-Fashioned Eggnog to Ice Village at Rice Village! In addition to delicious free samples, there are hundreds of prizes up for grabs at the Naughty or Nice Challenge. All you have to do is choose to be nice and pass your gift to the next person, or #BeALittleNaughty and keep it for yourself.
Promised Land Pop-Up Dates:

December 12: 5-11 p.m.
December 13: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
December 14: 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.

Santa is Coming to Black Walnut Cafe
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Black Walnut Cafe, 5510 Morningside Dr, Suite 150, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
Santa is coming to Black Walnut Cafe on Tuesday, December 16 from 6 – 8 p.m.! Bring your little one(s) in for photos with Santa on your phone or camera, and stick around for festive activities and a delicious meal! No reservations necessary.

Merry Mahjong | Rice Village
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:30
Marchesa Mahjong and Thats Amahjzing are hosting a festive morning of tiles and tidings at Rice Village. Enjoy open play, holiday photo moments, drinks, light bites, and a community toy donation for Foster Village Houston. Bring your 2025 card and get ready for a joyful Mahjong morning at Rice Village.

All We Want for Christmas...is Ice at Ice Village Performance
2025-12-19 18:00 - 18:15
Celebrate the season with a special on-ice performance at Ice Village at Rice Village.
Professional skaters Alyssa Schramm and Ben Nguyen will perform a festive Christmas duet set to Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You, featuring synchronized footwork, seamless transitions, and dynamic jumps and spins.
The program will be followed by a solo performance by Alyssa Schramm set to O Holy Night, highlighting expressive footwork, jumps, spins, and ice tricks — all wrapped in holiday cheer.
Date:

Friday, December 19 at 6 p.m.

The Waffle Boutique at Ice Village
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-31
As part of the Ice Village celebration, The Waffle Boutique will be serving its iconic, beautifully topped waffles—adding a delicious, indulgent touch to your holiday festivities!
Pop-Up Dates:

Wednesday, December 24 and December 31, from 11 a.m – 7 p.m.

Chick-Fil-A Cow Meet & Greet
2026-01-03
Say cheese with the Chick-fil-A Cow! Stop by for a meet & greet and grab exclusive coupons while supplies last.
Dates:

Saturday, January 3: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Dine Out Rice Village
2026-01-05 - 2026-01-31
Get ready to savor the best of Rice Village this January with Dine Out Rice Village! This exciting dining initiative, exclusive to Rice Village District and neighborhood restaurants, invites patrons to indulge in special menus while supporting a great cause.
Throughout January, participating restaurants will offer unique prix-fixe menus or featured items, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Southern Smoke Foundation. From three-course meals to quick-service favorites, there’s something for every taste. Don’t miss the chance to explore the vibrant flavors of the neighborhood and give back at the same time.
Participating restaurants include:

Navy Blue
Hamsa
Hudson House
D’Amico’s
Mendocino Farms
Milton’s

Join us this January for Dine Out Rice Village—where great food meets a great cause!

Valentine's Day | Navy Blue
2026-02-14 16:00 - 22:00
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your special someone at Navy Blue, featuring a choice-of, prix-fixe menu for the occasion. Reserve your table now for an evening to remember!
