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As the holiday season approaches, many plan festive getaways to celebrate with loved ones. If you are looking for the perfect destination, look no further than San Antonio. Just a short road trip from Houston, this vibrant city transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with lights, culture, and tradition.

Leigh Ann Chatagnier, cookbook author and food blogger behind “My Diary of Us,” stops by with three recipes inspired by classic Thanksgiving sides. Plus, a new twist on the traditional pumpkin pie for dessert.

It seems like everyone is in the Christmas Spirit as soon as Halloween is over. On social media, as people took their costumes off, they seemingly replaced their Halloween decorations with Christmas decorations.

Moody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.

KPRC 2 and our Community partners are helping create a holiday “tree farm” event for pediatric cancer patients

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and the Spencer Solves It Team is back with their heartwarming Christmas Miracles Project! For the ninth year, Bill Spencer and his team are ready to rescue Christmas for five families who have faced unimaginable hardships. Could it be you?

Did you know the annual “Black Girls Day Off” was actually created by a Houston area woman?

Before I started on the long road towards the honorable career that is journalism, I worked in a similarly respectable field: emergency medicine. For several years, I worked as an EMT-B, handling emergencies and ferrying patients all over Harris County.

The flowers are out, reservations are made and jewelry is on sale. Every year across the country women are honored on Mother’s Day.

Moms! Let us know your thoughts on the Mother's Day gifts you really want.

Whether you're hitting the road or booking a flight, if you've got travel plans, then we've got some tips to help make your adventure less troublesome.

Check out this list of places to feast on brunch for Easter in Houston!

A tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.

Houston’s 46th Annual “Original” MLK Parade was rescheduled for Feb. 10, the City of Houston announced on Monday.

If you got a new dog over the holidays, now is the time to start creating good habits and new year's resolutions with your pup.

Multiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Year’s Eve.

With the holidays also comes holiday parties—at work, at friends or family, or perhaps at your own home—and that means stocking up on drinks. Wherever it is, it might be a good idea to have some nonalcoholic beverages on hand, because not everyone will necessarily feel like drinking alcohol. Consumer Reports taste-tested nonalcoholic sparkling wines to find you the best substitute for those Champagne toasts.

from TXU Energy's Zoo Lights to gifts painted by sea lions -- get in the holiday spirit at the Houston Zoo

Drivers should expect crowded roadways as many continue to travel for the Holiday weekend.

Christmas Day is behind us already. City of Houston officials are encouraging people to recycle their trees to turn them into mulch or other landscape materials.

The Latin Fantasy Lowrider Club held its 32nd annual toy drive on Christmas Day.

Travelers are seeing long waits to check in for Southwest Airlines at William P. Hobby Airport on Tuesday.

On Christmas Day, the Houston Police Department has warned the public again not to engage in celebratory gunfire over the holidays.

If you treated yourself or a loved one to a new device this holiday season, it’s time to connect with KPRC 2 and our family of free apps!

It’s feeling a little magical outside.

If you don’t have a Christmas concert to attend this year, good news -- we are bringing one to you through these talented Houstonians.

Wrapping gifts... you either absolutely love it or you absolutely hate it. Some people go all out, buying a plethora of ribbons and bows personalized to the one receiving the gift. Others prefer to just put the gift underneath the tree in its original box.

Freelance writer Amanda Sorena shares a list of fun events happening all around the city.

Whether you’re traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.

Mindy Red adorns 10 Christmas trees on her front lawn. She isn’t messing with decorations but instead fixing pictures of drunk driving victims.

To help you upgrade your gift-wrapping game this holiday season, Mary Burnett from Bering’s, shared her quick step-by-step instructions in 2021 that will have you wrapping presents like the best of Santa’s helper.

Tessa Barerra visits Manny Guerrero at MG Salon in Sugar Land. Manny walks us through three easy hairstyles for holiday outings.

Houston Texans players and legends are coming together this holiday season to give away several bikes to Houston ISD students.

Heading out to purchase a last minute tree. Here is what you should know

You’re about to prepare that delicious holiday meal...then it hits you -- you’re missing that last ingredient! Oh no!

Thanks to the Almeda Hospitality Group, dozens of Houstonians will be able to fill their tank up for FREE on Thursday.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20.

A daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.

The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office is launching its holiday patrol initiative on Wednesday.

KPRC 2 viewers are capturing some interesting photos of the Houston area sky ahead of expecting thunderstorms that are headed our way before Christmas Day.

There’s a 30% chance of rain on Saturday in the Houston area, and we’re going to have showers and possibly thunderstorms on Christmas Eve.

Dec. 20 is officially the start of fireworks-selling season in Texas.

They say that music can touch your soul and heal your wounds. If that’s true, then the Hill family of Houston, with eight children, has needed music in the worst way just to heal.

Although the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for Chef Tae, she made time to stop by Houston Life to share her delicious pepperjack boudin balls and recipe for Cajun Spiced Shrimp and Smoked Gouda Grits.

A daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.

Enter the Holiday Pet Contest, where pet owners can submit pictures and videos of their pets embracing the holiday spirit.

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

Some traditions on the list are centuries old, and others are newer but no less cherished.

Organizers collected donations for the 45th annual Christmas Super Feast.

We want to see your most creative Elf on the Shelf placement.

Monday is the 12th day of “Trillmas,” and rapper Bun B is giving back to the community as a way to celebrate the holiday season.

Houston-based artist Andrea Nunn grew up in her grandmother's house surrounded by figurines. Drawing on her childhood for inspiration, Andrea created a fun art space that launched a viral painting trend anyone can try!

An etiquette expert explains how to navigate tricky situations that may come up at your next holiday party.

Who doesn't like to wear these to holiday parties?

Houston Airports says it is ready to welcome its largest winter holiday travel crowd on record, reportedly exceeding the passenger total set in 2019.

I-45 closure could impact weekend commute and holiday travel is in full swing

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

Hanukkah is well underway, and that means a whole lot of family fun, food and drinks!

For many, Tuesday is a day to honor the Virgin Mary, also known as Our Lady of Guadalupe and Virgen de Guadalupe, on what is believed to be the 492th anniversary of her apparition in 1531.

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

Submit a photo of your gingerbread house, and if you are still in the midst of building one or plan on doing so, also read for best tips and practices on how to do so.

Celebrate the holidays with one of the biggest-selling artists of all time, Barry Manilow! He’s helping us get ready for the holidays with his special tonight at 9 p.m. on KPRC 2.

Forty single mothers were selected to go on a Christmas shopping spree on Friday, courtesy of a local personal injury law firm.

From creating a cozy guest room to decorating, gift ideas and dining options that will impress your family and friends, you can find it all at Highland Village.

Lucky winners will receive prizes from Splendid, Numero28, and Escalante's

This Saturday Lights in the Heights will be held in the Woodland Heights neighborhood and road closures are expected.

This is the first night of Chanukah and the Jewish community in Houston made sure it was celebrated loud and clear.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

As you go out and buy gifts this holiday season, it’s important to be on the lookout for scams.

“We have seen our children and grandchildren grow up with it,” Wayt said. “We’ve had it for over 30 years and it’s just grown and grown and grown. This year it is the biggest it has ever been.”

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

Stacker compiled a collection of 25 images showcasing some of the most beautiful Christmas markets out there.

Now through Jan. 7th, guests will take in the sights and sounds of the season as they stroll through the transformed winter wonderland at the Houston Zoo.

Take the kids to the free Gingerbread Lane display at the Houston Farmers Market and sign up for a workshop with Guinness World Record Holder Jon Lovich who is known for building the largest entirely edible gingerbread village.

Several officers with the Houston Police Department will accompany dozens of children on a pre-Christmas shopping spree at a Target store on Tuesday.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, and the Daisie Foundation are hoping to spread holiday cheer by surprising children at Young Elementary School with a Holiday Magic Event on Tuesday.

No deprivation, no shame, no guilt.

This year the market features over 75 shops filled with home décor, art, gifts, jewelry, and clothing.

We have you covered, whether you’re still reveling at sunup or deep asleep by countdown.

Get into the holiday “spirit” at the Holly Jolly Holiday Bar

Have you captured the Christmas cheer on camera? 📸 We want to see your favorite festive photos! Send us pictures of your holiday decor, Christmas tree, and any other holly jolly pics you snap.

There are some things to keep in mind if you are traveling around the holidays and New Year’s Day.

From potlucks to plus-ones, experts Monica and Darian Lewis put Derrick and Tessa to the test with a holiday trivia game. Plus, they reveal the top five holiday rules you should never break.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace aims to build, assemble and deliver hundreds of beds to kids this holiday season.

Expect heavy traffic and closures this Saturday as the city of Houston gears up for live performances and the big tree lighting.

The holiday season has returned in full force and this December you can relive your favorite festive traditions -- mind-bogglingly massive holiday markets, dizzyingly dazzling light displays, electrifying stage spectaculars, and more.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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In light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.

It’s that time of year again when The Spencer Solves It Team launches their Christmas Miracles Project to help needy families.

The Alley Theatre has put on a production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ annually since 1989, making it a Houston holiday tradition for families!

The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

Each year, KPRC 2 helps ring in the holiday season with our “Holiday Lights Spectacular.”

Get to know Moody Gardens a little better with this fun game for our KPRC 2 Holiday Lights Spectacular!

The hunt could enhance your experience and help ensure you don’t miss any of the highlights of the massive light display.

In a typical year, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program puts new clothes and toys under the tree for 1 million children across the country who would otherwise go without Christmas gifts.

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This November, our focus was on Operation Turkey. The organization worked to make sure families in need would receive a warm meal on Thanksgiving Day.