Ho ho ho! It's your pals at Jorgenson Group, ready to sleigh (see what I did there?) December in Hays County, Texas with an event guide full of lights, markets, and community magic. Whether you’re in San Marcos, Kyle, Wimberley, or anywhere between, here’s your friendly heads-up on what’s happening around town this December 2025.

 

🎄 Sights & Sounds of Christmas — San Marcos’ Premier Holiday Festival

One of the biggest festive draws is Sights & Sounds of Christmas, a multi-night holiday event in San Marcos Plaza Park featuring thousands of lights, carnival rides, petting zoos, local performances, visits with Santa, and more. (Full festival details are on the Sights & Sounds website).

This festival is perfect for families, couples, friends—anyone who wants to wander under lights, sip cocoa, and feel that holiday spark.

 

✨ Kyle’s “25 Days of Christmas” & Holiday Events

The City of Kyle is rolling out its annual 25 Days of Christmas from December 4 through December 25, 2025, at Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park. Expect nightly lights, holiday music, local vendor markets, themed nights like “Date Nights,” “Family Fun Fridays,” and more. 

Other winter offerings in Kyle include Santa’s Arrival, Christmas Movie in the Park, Grinch on the Green, and more as part of the city’s winter events & activities series. 

 

🎁 Wimberley & San Marcos Pop-Ups, Markets & Holiday Magic

Wimberley and the San Marcos area tend to host art markets, boutique pop-ups, seasonal concerts, and gallery nights throughout December. While many of these are organized close to the date, keeping an eye on San Marcos’ event calendars and Wimberley local arts groups is your best bet. 

If you love discovering handmade gifts, local art, or cozy evening shows, these smaller events often turn into surprise holiday gems.

 

🎅 Hays County Veterans’ Social Happy Hour & Holiday Edition

Mark December 25, 2025, for the Hays County Veterans’ Social Networking Happy Hour at Z’Tejas in Kyle, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This month’s edition leans festive, offering a chance for veterans, supporters, and community members to mingle, share stories, and enjoy holiday vibes over Tex-Mex fare.

It’s one of those heartwarming small events that reminds you holiday spirit is about people, connection, and gratitude.

 

🎯 Jorgenson Group’s Tips for Enjoying December in Hays

  • Plan around the big nights: Festivals like Sights & Sounds and Kyle’s nightly celebrations draw big crowds—arrive early.

  • Mix indoor & outdoor: Wander markets or stroll under holiday lights, then warm up inside at a café or gallery.

  • Check official sources weekly: Smaller pop-ups appear late—San Marcos and Kyle event pages will be your BFFs.

  • Dress warmly, but layer: Even in Texas, December nights bring a chill—have a jacket.

  • Support local vendors & artists: Shop local, grab treats from food trucks, tip buskers—community thrives when we all show up.

 

December in Hays County is brimming with holiday magic—from dazzling lights and community festivals to cozy markets and meaningful gatherings. Whether you’re hunting for gifts at a pop-up, strolling under thousands of bulbs, or sharing stories at a veterans’ mixer, there’s something for your holiday heart. And if you’re dreaming of a home close enough to soak in all this every season—San Marcos, Kyle, Wimberley—we’d be honored to help you find it.