Nom on delicious mouthwatering tamales accompanied by refreshing beer and drinks at the Tamale Festival Houston.

This event is open to the entire family, as there will be live music, kids activities, art displays, crafts and booths selling holiday merchandise. Oh, and did we mention that tons of local vendors will be selling tamales?

VIP tickets include access to the VIP bar, all you-can-eat tamales and Texas barbecue.

There is also a separate VIP Tamale Competition the night before the event on Friday, December 4, 2015. Tickets for that event are $50. Click here to learn more.

Tamale Festival Houston on the Navigation Esplanade

• Dates: Saturday, December 5, 2015
• Times: noon to 8pm
• Location: Navigation Esplanade, 2600 Navigation Boulevard, Houston, TX 77003
• Admission: $5 general admission; $65 VIP. Click here to order tickets.