MUMMIESOF THEWORLD

A P E E K I N T O T H E P A S TVisitors come face to face with the extraordinaryworld of mummies and the science behindmummification. Engaging interactives andmultimedia exhibits provide an eye­openingshow that reveals the lives of ancient people fromevery region of the world. The insight offeredinto past cultures and civilizations isunprecedented.

Open Monday­ Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ClosedChristmas Day. Show your Q Card and get yourticket for only $17! That's over 40 percent offregular admission. Click here for moreinformation on tickets and pricing.

Area: Museum DistrictTake METRORail Red Line, exit MuseumDistrict Station. Museum entrance located at5555 Hermann Drive

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ZOOLIGHTS

W I L D W I N T E R WO N D E R L A N D

See the Houston Zoo transformed into a winterwonderland! Stroll through the beautifully litgrounds and enjoy the sights and sounds of theseason. Hear festive carols, sip hot chocolate, andtake in the more than 2 million lights! Fifteenmiles of eco­friendly LED lighting illuminateancient oak trees and decorate paths along theway.

Open daily through Jan. 14; Closed Dec. 24 &25; Value Nights: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Last entry at9 p.m.) Prime Nights: 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Last entryat 9:30 p.m.) Click here for more information onpricing and hours.

Area: Museum District/Medical CenterTake METRORail Red Line. Exit MemorialHermann/Houston Zoo Station. Zoo entrancelocated at 1513 Cambridge.

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ICESKATES& SKY-SCRAPERS

D I S C O V E R Y G R E E N

Lace up and skate to the backdrop of Houston'siconic skyline. Using recycled water from KinderLake to create a nearly 8,000 square­foot iceskating surface, Ice at Discovery Green is thelargest outdoor skating rink in the Southwest.Visitors can experience a variety ofwinter programs and amenities including outdoormovies, skating with Santa, live music, artinstallations, and other family­friendly activities.

Open Mondays­Thursdays: 4 ­ 10 pm; Friday,Saturdays: 11 am ­ 11 pm; Sundays: 11 am ­ 8 pm.Click here for more information on pricing andhours.

Area: Downtown/Convention CenterTake METRORail Green or Purple Lines. ExitConvention District Station. Park entrancelocated at 1500 McKinney.

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A FANCYNANCY HOLIDAY

F R O M P A G E T O S T A G E

Break out your party dresses – Fancy Nancy isback for the holiday season! The belovedchildren's book leaps from page to stage in thisproduction from Main Street Theater. Afterselling some of her old gowns and accessories,Nancy has enough money to buy a brand­newsparkly tree topper. But when things don't turnout the way Nancy planned, will unexpectedchanges dim the lights for Nancy's splendiferousChristmas?

Recommended for Pre­K and up. Children underthe age of 3 are not allowed in the theater. Clickhere for more information.

Area: MidtownTake METRORail Red Line. Exit Ensemble/HCC Station. MATCH entrance located at3400 Main St.

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A GHOSTSTORY OFCHRISTMAS

H O L I D A Y T R A D I T I O N SHouston’s holiday favorite is back with CharlesDickens' classic tale of hope and redemption.With joyous music, breath­taking costumes, andsoaring sets, you’ll be transported to the streetsof Victorian London. Dickens’ messages ofhope, charity and kindness towards others meanmore than ever this season.

Playing now through Dec. 29. Tickets start at$26. Click here for more information on ticketsand pricing.

Area: Downtown/Theater District Take METRORail Red Line. Exit CentralStation Main. Alley Theater Entrance locatedat 615 Texas.

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