2026 CHRISTMAS REVELS

The Christmas Revels: A German / Alpine Celebration of the Winter Solstice

  • Friday, December 18, 2026: 7:30 PM

  • Saturday, December 19, 2026: 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM

  • Sunday, December 20, 2026: 1:30 PM & 5:30 PM

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Pattern of grape clusters and spider motifs on a decorative border.
Illustration of a Christmas poinsettia flower, holly leaves with berries, wheat stalks, and pinecones.

Join us and discover the magic.

Revels interactive performances feature the song, dance, musical and storytelling traditions of diverse cultures. We blend these elements into seasonal celebrations, demonstrating how differing cultures throughout the ages are fed by the same great river of myth, story and song.

Decorative border featuring grape clusters and vines.
Actors performing on stage in period costumes, with a woman holding a mug and smiling, in a theatrical scene.
A digital illustration of a couple embracing with closed eyes. The person on the left has lighter skin, blonde hair, a brown hat, and a yellow checkered shirt. The person on the right has darker skin, curly brown hair, and a red floral dress with blue and white flowers. There are abstract, flowing shapes in the background in blue and brown, and a branch with small white berries is held above them.

REVELS HOUSTON

Announces 2026 Production of “The Christmas Revels”

This year's production, The Christmas Revels: A German / Alpine Celebration of the Winter Solstice explores the Germanic origins of modern-day Yuletide customs, including Christmas trees, "Silent Night," and children's lantern processions that herald the beginning of Winter. St. Nicholas himself guides the audience through 19th Century winter celebrations from Bavaria and the surrounding Alpine regions of Austria and Switzerland. Featuring traditional Bavarian dances, legends, and joyful holiday music, this year's production highlights Alpine folk music and also includes pieces from two of Germany's most famous composers, Michael Praetorius and Ludwig van Beethoven.

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Who We Are

Revels is a living tradition that bonds all participants — audiences, performers and volunteers — together as companions in celebration.

Revels comes from the community, for the community.

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Children dressed in period costumes performing on stage in a theatrical play or musical.