Katy North | December 2023

Events

BY ASIA ARMOUR

December

The Party at Nakatomi This event will borrow a theme from the 1988 action ick “Die Hard,” which is set at a Christmas party. Event goers are encouraged to wear argyle sweaters or participate in a “Die Hard” costume contest. It will feature live music from the Homebrewed Brass Ensemble in the early evening, a photo booth, Party at Nakatomi merchandise and a showing of the classic lm. Plus, food from the TX Birria Boyz food truck will be available. • Dec. 21, 6-11 p.m. • Free • 5351 First St., Katy • www.facebook.com/nolabelbrewing Painting with a Twist Anyone over 12 years old can get artistic at this event that will oer attendees a canvas to paint a portrait of Santa Claus and make their own candle from scratch. Event goers will be allowed to bring their own food and drinks, including alcoholic beverages. The venue will provide cups, plates, napkins and bottle openers. • Dec. 23, 3-5 p.m. • Tickets start at $37 • 2020 S. Fry Road, Ste. E, Katy • www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/katy New Year’s Masquerade Party A decorative mask and upscale attire is the dress code for this New Year’s Eve celebration at Katy Vibes, which also includes a champagne toast and a balloon drop at midnight to usher in 2024. Guests can expect music from dueling DJs and a wide selection of food and drinks. • Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. • Free • 24757 Katy Freeway, Katy • www.katyvibes.com

and Community Center, which is home to the city of Katy’s senior services’ day activities and community tness classes. • Jan. 5, 11:30 a.m.-noon • Free • 443 Danover Road, Katy • www.cityofkaty.com/government/city-departments/ senior-services Aggie Business, Beer & Bones The Katy Area Chamber of Commerce will host a group of Texas A&M University alumni at Katy’s Little Woodrow’s sports bar for an evening of brews, cocktails, dominoes, bar games and ball games. It serves as a way to build a network of Aggie professionals across industries. • Jan. 11, 5-9 p.m. Magical Winter Lights This lantern festival boasts over 60 displays of intricate designs. Attendees can walk through a Space Maze, explore Dino Land or stick to the winter wonderland theme with towering Christmas trees. The event also features a carnival, food trucks, and

live shows and performances. • Dec. 20-Jan. 7; 5-10 p.m. (Sun.-Thu.), 5-11 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.) • Admission starts at $18; carnival wristbands are $25

• 5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy • www.magicalwinterlights.com

• Free • 22225 Katy Freeway, Katy • https://business.katychamber.com/events

Martin Luther King, Jr., Celebration To honor the legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., Central Green Park encourages Katy residents to gather for a celebration of his life. The event will feature live music from the Endurance Quartet, and Ronnie Colman and Merlot; a DJ; a community art project; crafts; giveaway booths; and a recounting of King’s “I Have A Dream” speech. • Jan. 13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free • 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy • www.centralgreenpark.com/event/ martin-luther-king-celebration

January

Beginner’s Line Dancing Instructors will teach the basic steps and adjust to any skill level at this afternoon event at Woodsland Park

4747 FM 1463, Suite 1000 Katy, TX 77494 713.852.6700 TexasBayCU.org

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