Sure, snuggling up with hot coco and a book seems like a decent way to enjoy your holiday -- but a better way is to spend time with friends while exploring Magnolia Avenue. Grab your favorite Christmas sweater because these events will put you in a festive mood. From Christmas contests and movie nights to a New Years party, you will want to do just about everything on this list. Put down your book and crawl out of bed because you won't want to miss these festive Christmas events. You can thank me later.
Upslope Christmas Ale Launch & Ugly Christmas Beard Decoration Contest
Feeling creative this season? Enter the beard decorating contest to win a Bearded Lady gift card. The fun doesn't stop there, enjoy some Upslope Christmas Ale and mingling with friends. Either come with your beard decorated or employees will decorate it for you. Ladies are encouraged to decorate their beards and enter the contest too! Find out more information here.
Cat City Teddy Bear Drive
Tis' the season for giving back, so head down to Cat City Grill to donate a few of your furry friends! Their Annual Teddy Bear Drive is now until Dec. 27 and will be collecting teddy bears for the Tarrant County Women's Center of Fort Worth, in honor of their dear friend, Twila Randles! These bears are used throughout the year as a comforting tool for women and children in crisis. Come out and help make this their biggest drive yet. Find out more information here.
4. Winter Movie Series at Chimera Brewing
Catch a good holiday cinema every Tuesday throughout December at Chimera Brewing. They will be hosting a movie night on the patio and the line up is to be decided, but you won't want to miss out on their awesome perks. Expect food specials, hot chocolate, and beer. Cinema will start at 6:30 and be sure to bring a chair and blanket because patio seating is limited. Bring friends and family and don't miss the holiday fun! Find out more information here.
5. Viva Las Vegas - Fixture's New Year's Eve Bash
Looking for a great New Year's Eve party? Join Fixture - Kitchen and Social Lounge for their first annual New Year's Eve Bash. The theme for the party is classic Las Vegas complete with blackjack, craps and roulette tables. For food, Chef Ben Merritt will be offering an upscale buffet, and live entertainment will be provided by Joe Tucker. Prizes will also be awarded for best his and hers Vegas-themed costumes, so dressing up is encouraged. Tickets for the event will be offered at an all-inclusive price of $100. Find out more information here.
Of course if you know any more festive holidays events on Magnolia, let us know in the comments below!