12/4
Open House:
The Ennis Railroad and Cultural Heritage Museum will hold an open house with refreshments, model train and Frosty the Snowman photos. 5:00-7:00 p.m., 105 NE Main St.
Greater Ennis Chamber of Commerce Annual Lights of Ennis Parade:
Each year, the Chamber gathers member companies and the community at large for one of the its largest attended community driven events. This event, along with partnerships with the city of Ennis, local law enforcement, local fire departments and Downtown Main Street creates a glorious parade of holiday lights and family fun while featuring the Historic Downtown Ennis Area. Free! 6:30-8:00 p.m., Downtown Ennis. For more information contact jennifer@ennis-chamber.com.
12/5-12/7 and 12/12-12/14
Bethlehem Revisited:
Step back in time and walk the streets of ancient Bethlehem as Mary and Joseph did on the night of Christ’s birth. 6:00-9:00 p.m., 402 N. College St. (behind Central Presbyterian Church), Waxahachie.
12/5-12/14
The Snow Queen:
An enchanting adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic fairy tale about love and friendship, perfect for the holiday season. Show dates: 12/5-12/7 and 12/11-12/14. Show times vary by date, Ennis Public Theatre, 113 N. Dallas St. For times and tickets, visit https://ennispublictheatre.com.
12/6
Christmas Concert:
“O Come, All Ye Faithful,” and enjoy Yumiko Endo-Schlaffer, harpist; Andrew Schast, violinist and Candance Bawcombe, organist. Free, but please make a reservation. 4:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 210 N. McKinney St. For reservations, call (214) 460-3249.
Howdy Christmas-Pictures With Santa at Sunshine Brews:
Join us for a Howdy Christmas morning full of cheer! Santa’s saddling up and stopping by for free photos-western style, of course. Donations for Toys for Tots will be collected, so bring a toy to help make a child’s Christmas brighter. Special Christmas drink menu. 108 S. McKinney St. For more information call (972) 903-7887.
12/9
Ennis High School Winter Choir Concert:
Come hear your holiday favorites and support the choirs. Free. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Ennis High School Auditorium, 2301 Ensign Rd.
12/13
Christmas Painting at Sugar Ridge Winery:
Paint a snowman or reindeer while sipping your favorite wine. Class includes all painting supplies and a glass of wine of your choice. Tickets required. No refunds unless 72-hour cancellation notice. No outside beverages or beverage containers allowed on property. $45. 4:00 p.m., 353 Sugar Ridge Rd. For tickets, visit www.sugarridgewinery.com/events.
12/13-12/14
Historic Waxahachie Christmas Tour of Homes:
Advance ticket: $25; tour weekend: $30. 1:00-7:00 p.m. For more information and tickets, visit https://www.historicwaxahachie.com.
Ice Skating:
Downtown Ennis is always magical during the holiday season, and this year there will be something all new. Enjoy synthetic ice skating for a magical winter moment under the stars and mega trees. 5:00-9:00 p.m., downtown.
12/14
The Wonders of Christmas:
Come sing familiar Christmas songs as part of the choir! See the Baylor Baptist Church Facebook page to sign up to be on the stage to sing. There will be two practices on Wednesday evenings before the event if you want to participate. The performance will be open to the public. Free. 6:00-7:00 p.m., 210 N. Preston St. For more information, call the church office at (972) 875-2521.
First Thursdays
Sip, Shop & Stroll:
Join us in charming downtown Ennis. Come enjoy some sips, bites and special deals with our wonderful downtown merchants. 5:00-8:00 p.m. Call the Ennis Welcome Center for more information at (972) 878-4748.
First Thursdays, Every Other Month
Ennis Retired School Personnel (ERSPA) Meeting:
Meets on even numbered months at the new EISD Transportation Building, 3105 Ensign Rd. For more information, contact BettyAnn Blazek at blazek2@sbcglobal.net.