Hey there from your Jorgenson Group team! As your local real estate insiders (who also love a good hot cocoa), we’re excited to share what’s going down in Bell County, Texas this December 2025. If you live in Belton, Temple, or the nearby neighborhoods—or just want a reason to get out and celebrate—here’s your seasonal event guide.
🎩 Chisholm Trail Christmas Ball — December 6, 2025
One of the marquee events this month is the Chisholm Trail Christmas Ball, happening Saturday, December 6, 2025 at the Bell County Expo Center (Garth Arena) in Belton. Expect dinner, live and silent auctions, dancing, and the kind of community energy that warms you right up. This annual fundraiser supports the Bell County Youth Fair Scholarship Program—so going is fun and meaningful.
Dress code? Think “Western chic” meets holiday sparkle—denim, boots, bling, and big hearts welcome.
🛍️ A Sami Show: December 13–14, 2025
The A Sami Show returns to the Cadence Bank Center (formerly Bell County Expo Center) for its pre-Christmas arts & crafts marketplace. Running Saturday, Dec 13 and Sunday, Dec 14, this two-day event features vendors from around Texas offering handmade jewelry, home décor, boutique fashion, woodcrafts, photography, and more.
If you’ve procrastinated on unique gift shopping, this is your chance. Admission is modest (kids under 12 often free), and the parking is free—great for a relaxed shopping spree.
🎬 Christmas on the Chisholm Trail & Santa Movie Night
Belton is turning its historic downtown into a holiday spectacle with Christmas on the Chisholm Trail, December 5–6, 2025. On Friday, December 5, catch The Santa Clause movie on the courthouse square, complete with tree lighting. Then on Saturday, enjoy shopping with local vendors, live music, a kids’ zone, food trucks, and a parade beginning around 6:00 p.m.
This one blends nostalgic charm with community flair—ideal for families or romantic evening strolls under twinkling lights.
🎨 Bell County Museum “Holiday Fest!” — December 13
If you’re in a museum mood, the Bell County Museum hosts its Holiday Fest! on December 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Expect crafts, historical displays, seasonal decorations, and that warm “small-town holiday” feeling.
It’s a gentle midday event—perfect if you want something meaningful, low-pressure, and full of local character.
🎯 Jorgenson Group’s Tips for a Merry December
Get tickets early: Events like the Christmas Ball often offer advance sales only.
Layer your plans: Pair the ball or museum Fest with daytime strolls or craft shopping.
Dress wisely: Texas December nights can surprise you. Bring a layer or two.
Support local: Shop from the vendors, grab dinner downtown, and mingle with neighbors.
Check event pages before you go: Times or details sometimes shift closer to the date.
December 2025 in Bell County promises heart, sparkle, and plenty of ways to connect with your community. Whether you dance under the stars at the Christmas Ball, shop at the Sami Show, stroll downtown in holiday lights, or sip cocoa at the museum, this month has something for everyone. And if you’re looking to be near this festive energy—whether in Belton, Temple, or surrounding areas—the Jorgenson Group would love to help you find a home that fits your lifestyle (and your holiday spirit!).