Written by Brett Grega
Edited 12/18/2025
It’s the holiday season here in Houston, and we’re here with the gift of an awesome winter sports guide!
Just because the weather gets a bit chilly, there’s still plenty of awesome sports activities around H-Town this time of year. Whether you’re looking to stay warm inside and bowl a few strikes or brave the outdoors for a little ice skating, this wintery guide has a little something for everyone in it. We’ll even help you find some of the top winter sports events heading your way! In other words, this guide is your perfect wishlist for holiday sports fun in Houston!
Indoor Go-Kart Picks:
Photo via Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Katy's Facebook
The only cool breeze you’ll be feeling at these Houston-area go kart facilities is the wind whipping past as you zip by the other racers to take the lead! Below, you’ll find three indoor go-karting tracks that’ll help you shift your winter into the fast lane!
1230 Grand West Blvd., Katy
Enjoy a thrilling multi-level track full of twists and turns while riding top-of-the-line karts at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Katy. With tons of arcade and VR gaming options, the fun doesn’t have to stop at the track either. Keep an eye out for their winter packages as well to help save you a few bucks before you hop behind the wheel.
14900 Northwest Fwy.
K1 Speed’s new track will help fulfill your need for speed in style thanks to LED-illuminated barriers and special Glo Karting opportunities on Fridays. After you work up an appetite racing, swing by the Paddock Lounge for a bite to eat before hitting up their expansive arcade.
10000 Emmett F Lowry Expy #3161, Texas City
Take a trip a bit further outside the city and level up your weekend at this multi-faceted venue. Enjoy go karting, axe throwing, laser tag, pickleball, bowling and more, all in the same place! That makes LVL UP one of the most diverse options you can find for a family outing.
Photo via Palace Socials' Facebook
For a holiday family outing with a little horsepower, try rolling down to one of these bowling alleys around the city! From lanes that will help satisfy your hunger with elevated pub fare to venues equipped with multi-sport simulator bays and immersive VR experiences, there’s plenty of awesome bowling alleys to choose from!
Photo via Alphaland's Facebook
Wanna make sure you crush your New Year’s fitness goals? Don’t sweat it, we have the guide for you. Our Houston gym picks include options for wherever your fitness journey leads. Looking to burn some calories with an intense crossfit session? How about pumping some iron to really build muscle heading into 2026? No matter what you’re new year, new me looks like, we have a gym pick for you!
Photo via BATL Axe Throwing's Facebook
Although it made sound intimidating at first, you can certainly chop into a weekend’s worth of fun by heading out to one of these axe throwing venues! Our axe throwing picks include plenty of expert options to help get you up and throwing in no time. Plus, with lanes equipped with virtual games like “Merry Axe-Mas,” this might be just what you’re looking for to get rid of some of that holiday stress.
Houston Ice Skating Highlights:
Photo via Discovery Green's Facebook
Carve up the ice and make some holiday memories at one of these ice skating rinks around Houston! Whether you’re looking to stay inside where less people might see any embarrassing tumbles or head out for a skate with a cool breeze in your hair, we’ll help get you out on the ice with these picks.
8220 Willow Place North
If you’re just getting started ice skating, try heading out to Aerodrome for one of their Learn to Skate programs. They have options for both casual skaters and those looking to get into hockey as well as options for private figure skating lessons. They’re even the home rink for the Skating Club of Houston! With regular public skating hours almost every day of the month, Aerodrome is a great place to start your skating journey.
5015 Westheimer Road #1260
Located inside the Houston Galleria, this year-round ice rink opened back in 1972. Since then, it’s been providing Galleria shoppers a chance to learn how to skate and make some holiday memories. The Galleria offers 95-plus Learn to Skate classes a week and tons of holiday cheer this time of year to boot. Plus, it’s even noted as the home rink for internationally renowned ice skaters like Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski.
1500 McKinney St.
Skate underneath the sun and stars at Discovery Green! This ice skating rink runs through February 2nd and features a litany of exciting programming to attend. Get inspired by seeing some of Houston’s top skaters at Skating with the Stars, enjoy skating to the beat during DJ Skate Night Saturdays or head out with your kids for some skating with Santa himself!
16225 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land
There’s certainly no shortage of figure skating, ice hockey and lesson opportunities at the Sugar Land Ice Center. The center’s instructors included nationally-registered figure skating coaches. For those into hockey, there’s multiple league options for different ages and skill levels. Plus, there’s even a pro shop to help you find all the gear you’ll need to succeed out on the ice. If you’re looking to start getting sporty with your skating, head out to Sugar Land!
303 Memorial City Suite 902
Based inside the Memorial City Mall, this ice skating venue offers freestyle practice time six days a week! They also offer youth and adult hockey leagues along with skating lesson opportunities and public skate sessions. In other words, whether you’re looking to take part in a hockey league or just practice your skating skills, Ice Skate Memorial City is a great venue for you!
Where to Find Winter Sports Gear around Houston
Photo via REI's website
6100 Westheimer Rd. Suite 126
Just like its name suggests, Sun & Ski Sports is a go-to for skiing and snowboarding gear in San Antonio. The store is equipped to help you find all the winter wear you could need, including boots and multiple layers. They even have plenty of biking and pickleball equipment for sale, too.
7538 Westheimer Rd.
Another great option for finding skiing and snowboarding gear right here in Houston is REI. In fact, the store offers gear for both downhill and cross-country skiing. They also sell plenty of other valuable winter gear, including avalanche safety gear, snowshoes and more.
5000 Katy Mills Circle Suite 415, Katy
Looking for winter hunting or fishing gear? Look no further than Katy’s Bass Pro Shops. The store is home to a wide-ranging selection of outdoor gear and equipment that’ll help you make the most of this winter.
Five Winter Sports Event Picks
Photo via Kinder's Texas Bowl's website
Saturday, December 27th at NRG Stadium (7:00 PM)
See the University of Houston take on LSU in this rare home game of sorts for a bowl challenger! It’s bound to be a Big 12 versus SEC matchup that you’re not gonna want to miss!
Sunday, January 4th at NRG Stadium (Time TBA)
The last game of the regular season could also be one of the most pivotal for the Texans as they look to fend off the former AFC South leaders to secure their own spot in the playoffs! With Houston hot on the heels of the leading Jaguars as well, this game could have huge consequences all around.
Thursday, January 15th at the Toyota Center (6:30 PM)
The defending champion OKC Thunder look nearly unstoppable this season, making this a true test of the new-look Rockets! Keep an eye out for MVP-caliber performances from the likes of Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as potential difference makers in what’s bound to be a fireworks-filled clash at the Toyota Center.
Saturday, January 31st at NRG Stadium (5:30 PM)
AMA Supercross brings a full day of engine-revving excitement to NRG Stadium to close out January! There are multiple fan activities on deck, plus the chance to see their thrilling triple crown race format live.
March 6 - March 11 at Daikin Park
See the stars of baseball out on the field, including Team USA, in Pool B play of the World Baseball Classic! The competing teams include Mexico, Great Britain, Italy, Brazil and the United States.
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