![]() ![]() These aren’t your run-of-the-mill lanterns, though. Basically, it’s everything Texas-related.” “It should be around 15 lanterns that highlight Texas culture, landmarks and different cities. That is the main driving force behind us adding a Lone Star section,” Atkinson adds. “We make sure that the displays really relate to our local audience. Photo courtesy of Magical Winter Lights The 2017 festival will display seven fascinating themed sections, including Magical Wonderland, Mystical Forest, Santa’s Christmas Village, Mystery of the East, Dinosaur Land, Landmarks of the World and the festival’s newest section, The Lone Star State, which will feature a few Texas staples, like a 36-foot cowboy lantern and a maze leading to eight Texas icons and buildings. They’re popular and they’re a great reason for people to come with their families.” We have the light display and lots of entertainment elements. Summing it up, PR and event manager Chelsea Atkinson says, “It’s an all-encompassing holiday event. The entire festival is inspired by the lanterns from the Eastern tradition, and it features lights, do-it-yourself arts and crafts, carnival rides, photo opportunities with the Ice Sisters and Santa, and Chinese acrobats. and Sichuan PG Salient Cultural Trade Company, it is one of the largest holiday lighting events in Houston and the largest lantern festival of its kind to take place in the U.S. Magical Winter Lights at Gulf Greyhound Park in La Marque stretches November 10 through January 2, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Also, from the rooftop, we had a great view of the lights at Discovery Green.As the temperature drops and we all start to plan our holiday festivities, there’s a new player in town offering a fresh spin to the holiday lights that is guaranteed to entertain everyone aged one to 92, and it runs an impressive 50 days. The downtown skyline is gorgeous at night. and this event was the perfect opportunity.Įven though it was chilly outside, the kids floated through the (heated) lazy river, looked at the lights, played giant chess, watch "Christmas Vacation", drank hot chocolate and made s'mores over the fire. I had wanted to see the lazy river for years. We went for the first time last year and had a great time. ![]() So even if it's cool outside, you can still brave the water. So, if you've always wanted to see the Texas-shaped lazy river, now is your chance!Īlso, the pool is heated to 80 degrees. Monday through Thursday, you do NOT need to stay in the hotel to attend the event. Also, if you are a guest at the hotel, the events are complimentary and open every night of the week (including the weekends). General Admission tickets are available for the public Monday through Thursday for $25-30. Texas Winter Lights is a walk-through or float-under light experience available on the 60,000 square-foot Parkview Terrace.Įvery night, from 5:00pm to 10:00pm the hotel’s iconic Texas-shaped lazy river will be surrounded by one-mile of sparkling lights, providing an interactive light experience 110-feet above street level, complete with stunning views of downtown Houston skyline, overlooking Discovery Green Park. ![]() Float through the lazy river lights at the Marriott Marquis Houston in Downtown Houston! Back for its third year, the Texas Winter Lights will be open NovemJanuary 8, 2023.
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