City Place rings in 2026 with a full month of fitness, family fun, and creative community events

North Houston’s City Place is starting the new year with a January calendar packed with wellness, creativity, and family-centered activities — all set around The Plaza, the vibrant outdoor heart of the community. The destination is inviting visitors of all ages to kick off 2026 with energy and imagination through complimentary fitness classes, interactive art installations, youth sports, and playful weekend programming.

Every Saturday, guests can get moving with free Band Sculpt and yoga classes designed to strengthen, stretch, and inspire new wellness goals. Families will also find exciting ways to stay active and entertained throughout the month, including youth soccer sessions with Soccer Shots, a mobile gaming experience, puppet and magic shows, and a special Pilates and floral-arranging workshop.

January also marks the final opportunity to enjoy two beloved seasonal attractions — the whimsical Giant Gingerbread Village and festive Roaming Elves, both available daily through January 11. In addition, visitors can explore VOUW, a pop-up art installation making its U.S. debut with three interactive works that blend movement, light, technology, and creativity.

City Place January Highlights

• Giant Gingerbread Village & Roaming Elves
  Through January 11 | Daily 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  Festive, larger-than-life installations perfect for exploring and holiday photos before they disappear for the season.
• VOUW Interactive Art Pop-Up
  Through January 11 | Daily 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  Three immersive art pieces — including AI-generated poetry and playful social prompts — from internationally acclaimed artists.
• Weekend Wellness: Band Sculpt & Yoga
  Saturdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
  Band Sculpt: 9–9:45 a.m. | Yoga: 10–11 a.m.
  Complimentary, all-levels classes focused on strength and balance.
• Soccer Shots: Free Fun Day
  Wednesday, January 7
  Ages 2–3: 4:30–5 p.m. | Ages 3–5: 5:10–5:45 p.m.
  A free preview of Soccer Shots’ confidence-building program. Registration is required at this link. 
• Soccer Shots: Weekly Sessions
  Wednesdays, January 14, 21 & 28
  Paid registration available online. Paid registration is required at this link. 
• Gulf Coast Gamers Video Game Truck
  Saturday, January 10 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  A high-tech mobile gaming zone for friendly competition.
• Mr. Leo’s Puppet Show Bus
  Saturday, January 17 | Noon – 2 p.m.
  Puppets and magic come together in a colorful, kid-favorite performance.
• Pilates, Petals & Lattes
  Sunday, January 18 | 1–2 p.m.
  A 45-minute Pilates class, followed by create-your-own bouquets and coffee from Common Bond. Registration required at cityplacenow.com. 
• Fun Bus
  Saturday, January 24 | Noon – 2 p.m.
  A playful, indoor activity hub on wheels for kids ages 18 months to seven.

All events take place on and around The Plaza at City Place (1250 Lake Plaza Drive), with most activities offered free to the public.

For updates and registration links, visit cityplacenow.com or follow @CityPlaceNow on Instagram.