Best cities for celebrating Christmas without breaking the bank
A new WalletHub analysis identifies the most Christmas-friendly cities in the U.S., evaluating the 100 largest cities on 28 factors.
A new WalletHub analysis identifies the most Christmas-friendly cities in the U.S., evaluating the 100 largest cities on 28 factors.
Houston Christmas lights display locations: Neighborhoods, drive-thrus, holiday festivals 2025
Here's a look at events and festivals around the Houston area to see Christmas lights, as well as some popular neighborhoods to visit during the holidays!
Here's a look at events and festivals around the Houston area to see Christmas lights, as well as some popular neighborhoods to visit during the holidays!
Hanukkah 2025: When is it and how is it celebrated?
Many people in the states celebrate Hanukkah with lighting a menorah and eating oily foods like doughnuts and potato latkes.
Many people in the states celebrate Hanukkah with lighting a menorah and eating oily foods like doughnuts and potato latkes.
Unique gifts for the holiday season!
If you're scrambling to find a Christmas gift, consider buying local! Gracie Cavnar with South Houston's Hope Farms joined FOX 26 Weekend News with gift ideas.
If you're scrambling to find a Christmas gift, consider buying local! Gracie Cavnar with South Houston's Hope Farms joined FOX 26 Weekend News with gift ideas.
New Years Eve in Texas: Best cities to party, according to national study
Consumers looking to avoid the sky-high costs of New Year’s Eve hotspots still have plenty of affordable alternatives, according to a new analysis from WalletHub.
Consumers looking to avoid the sky-high costs of New Year’s Eve hotspots still have plenty of affordable alternatives, according to a new analysis from WalletHub.
Meet Galveston PD's Blue Santa | Houston Live & Local
Galveston Police say the only thing you have to do to join their Christmas Parade on Saturday is an unwrapped toy. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires spoke to the crew behind the Blue Santa program
Galveston Police say the only thing you have to do to join their Christmas Parade on Saturday is an unwrapped toy. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires spoke to the crew behind the Blue Santa program
Building gingerbread houses like a pro!
The owner of Atascocita's Bird & Twine Bakery, Gabriella Braileano, joined Houston's Morning Show to share her tips for building the best gingerbread houses.
The owner of Atascocita's Bird & Twine Bakery, Gabriella Braileano, joined Houston's Morning Show to share her tips for building the best gingerbread houses.
Trimming the FOX 26 Christmas tree!
Tynesha Beaver with Styled Holiday Decor was back in the FOX 26 studio for her third year. She designed the station's annual Christmas tree beside the morning crew while giving tips for people to decorate their own tree.
Tynesha Beaver with Styled Holiday Decor was back in the FOX 26 studio for her third year. She designed the station's annual Christmas tree beside the morning crew while giving tips for people to decorate their own tree.
Americans admit it's harder than usual to afford gifts this holiday season, poll finds
Americans aren’t feeling the Christmas cheer this year thanks to persistent high prices and a job market that appears to have entered a deep freeze.
Americans aren’t feeling the Christmas cheer this year thanks to persistent high prices and a job market that appears to have entered a deep freeze.
How much can you expect to pay for Christmas trees this year?
The price of artificial Christmas trees is up 10% to 20% due to tariffs.
The price of artificial Christmas trees is up 10% to 20% due to tariffs.
Celebrating Hannukah 2025
Rabbi Chaim Lazaroof with Chabad of Houston joined Houston's Morning Show to explain dreidel and other parts of the Hannukah celebration.
Rabbi Chaim Lazaroof with Chabad of Houston joined Houston's Morning Show to explain dreidel and other parts of the Hannukah celebration.
Season of giving: These charities are making a difference this Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
The best New Year’s Eve city might surprise you—it's not New York or Las Vegas
A new WalletHub analysis finds that travelers seeking a festive but affordable New Year’s Eve celebration have strong alternatives to pricey hotspots like Times Square.
A new WalletHub analysis finds that travelers seeking a festive but affordable New Year’s Eve celebration have strong alternatives to pricey hotspots like Times Square.
Sending holiday cards is getting more expensive: Here’s how much it will cost you now
Holiday mail will cost more this year as stamp prices rise again. Here’s how much your cards will cost you now.
Holiday mail will cost more this year as stamp prices rise again. Here’s how much your cards will cost you now.
NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
Free Houston holiday events | Texas Live & Local
FOX 26's morning crew has a list of free holiday events in the Houston area.
FOX 26's morning crew has a list of free holiday events in the Houston area.
Santa returning to Lone Star Flight Museum | Texas Live & Local
Santa Claus is making two trips to Houston's Lone Star Flight Museum this month. FOX 26's Tom Zizka gathered the details on "Texas Live & Local."
Santa Claus is making two trips to Houston's Lone Star Flight Museum this month. FOX 26's Tom Zizka gathered the details on "Texas Live & Local."
President Trump and first lady light National Christmas Tree
The president and first lady participated in the Thursday evening ceremony, a tradition dating back to 1923.
The president and first lady participated in the Thursday evening ceremony, a tradition dating back to 1923.
Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.
BBB warns consumers of tap-to-pay scams this holiday season
A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.
A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.