Winter Holiday Schedule

Published on December 17, 2025

The Woodlands Township reminds residents of closures and service schedules in effect for the upcoming holidays. Numerous facilities will observe altered schedules and hours.

In addition, residents are reminded to help keep the community safer this season by avoiding the discharge of home fireworks, as outlined by The Woodlands Covenants. The Woodlands Township is situated in a beautiful forest, and one errant spark could severely damage the community.  The Woodlands Fire Department also reminds residents to use 9-1-1 for emergencies only.

Holiday Closures and Service Schedules:

• The Woodlands Township offices, The Recreation Center at Bear Branch and The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park will be closed Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. The Recreation Centers will close at 3 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, December 31.
• No curbside service of recycling and trash pickup on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026. Services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of each week. Monday through Wednesday collection schedules will not be impacted. Normal service will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
• After December 25, live trees may be placed at the curb on your regular service day. Please remove all lights, decorations and tree stands to ensure pickup. Flocked and artificial  trees must be landfilled and can be scheduled for WM bulk pickup on your regular service day by calling 800-800-5804 or emailing cssatex@wm.com.
• Alternatively, undecorated live trees may be brought to tree corrals located in the parking lot at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, to be chipped and used as flooring at Texas TreeVentures. Undecorated trees may be placed in the tree corrals beginning December 26, 2025, through January 11, 2026. Please note: All tinsel, garland and decorations must be removed before drop-off.  Flocked trees and artificial trees are excluded. The Woodlands Recycling Center hours will be unaffected by the holidays. For more information about recycling and trash service, please visit thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/holidaytrashandrecycling.
• The Woodlands Express Park and Ride buses will not run on Wednesday, December 24, and Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.
  
• The Town Center Trolleys will not be in service on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. However, the trolley will operate normal hours on Christmas Eve, December 24.  For more information, please visit thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/transportation.

The Woodlands Township offers residents and visitors a variety of activities to enjoy:

• The Ice Rink is open daily, including Christmas Day, December 25. Christmas Day first session begins at 4 p.m. and the last session begins at 6:30 p.m. The complete schedule is available on online at thewoodlandsicerink.com. Please note: Advance booking online is highly encouraged to ensure capacity is not already met for your desired skate time. 
• Texas TreeVentures will be open daily through Monday, January 5, 2026, with the exceptions of December 24 and December 25. Texas TreeVentures will be open January 1, New Year’s Day. Please visit TexasTreeVentures.com to see all availabilities updated in real-time and to book your own adventure!
• Both Riva Row and Lakes Edge Boat Houses will be closed on Christmas Eve, December 24, Christmas Day, December 25, and New Year’s Eve, December 31.  Riva Row Boat House will be open on New Year’s Day, January 1. Reservations are highly recommended. Reservations for either boat house location can be made at rivarowboathouse.com.
•  Don't miss out on Sunny Dayz Holiday Break Camp starting on December 22, 2025. Campers will enjoy games, crafts, gaga ball, gym games, arts & crafts, nature hikes and park visits. Holiday break camp is held at Bear Branch Recreation Center, 5310 Research Forest Drive. To register and view the full activity calendar, please visit sunnydayzcamp.com or call 281-210-3950.

For more information, please visit thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. The Woodlands Township wishes you a safe and happy holiday season.