Houston, United States
Alexandra Velez
Senior UX Design Lead
Get ready to jingle and mingle at the most festive shindig of the year—our Holiday Party.
Picture this: a dazzling celebration held in the Sky Lounge on the 24th Floor, where the city lights below twinkle like holiday magic.
But that's not all—brace yourselves for an evening of pure joy and camaraderie!
Indulge your taste buds with the gooey delight of S'mores, warm up with heavenly hot chocolate, and savor a feast of refreshments that'll make your taste buds dance. It's not just a party; it's a feast for the senses!
But wait, there's more! Games that will tickle your funny bone and spark friendly competition are on the agenda.
So, whether you've been naughty or nice on your UX journey this year, come join us for a night where laughter echoes through the Sky Lounge, friendships are kindled, and the holiday spirit dances in every pixel. Let's make this Christmas Party an unforgettable page in our UX storybook!
RSVP
The last day to RSVP is Dec 5th at 5pm to finalize the guest list. There is a max of 20 people.
Parking
Valet parking is free and recommended.
How to Find the Group
Please approach the concierge on the first floor and let them know you're there for the IxDF Holiday Party. The concierge will confirm if you are on the guest list.
Houston, United States
Alexandra Velez
Senior UX Design Lead
Meet people who love design as much as you do. Together we learn new skills, grow our networks, and discover new job opportunities.
An IxDF Local Group connects you with people in your city who are building and applying design skills in their work. Together, you'll strengthen your craft, expand your network, and put theory into practice.
IxDF Local Groups meet regularly in person at cafés, company offices, or creative spaces to share ideas, give feedback, run workshops, and learn from each other. Many groups also organize IxDF Design Dinners, where the conversation goes deeper over a meal. These aren't just social events. Members find collaborators, clients, job leads, and future teammates through them.
You'll also have access to a private online forum where you can get career advice, honest feedback, and support from people who understand the work.
You don't need to have a "designer" title to join. If you care about how design shapes products, careers, and organizations, you belong here.
Join and you'll discover new skills, explore job opportunities, and build relationships with people who understand the power of great design.
Your IxDF Local Leader organizes meetups based on what members want most. Sessions range from hands-on and structured to relaxed and informal.
Some examples of what you'll find:
Presentations from local designers, followed by Q&A
Lightning talks where members share lessons learned from real projects
Workshops where you work through a real design challenge together
Portfolio reviews where you get honest, practical feedback
Coffee meetups and design dinners with open conversations about where the industry is heading
Any member can propose, organize and post a meetup. You don't have to wait for your Local Leader to take the initiative.
What stays consistent is the people. You'll find designers and professionals who ask good questions, share what they know, and show up for each other between meetups too.
Yes, absolutely!
Design skills make you more effective in any role. Product managers, developers, marketers, researchers, and founders all work better when they understand how to think like a designer.
IxDF Local Groups reflect that. Members come from all kinds of professional backgrounds, not just design. What they share is an interest in how design shapes products, decisions, and careers.
You'll fit right in regardless of your background.
In a world that's getting more artificial and competitive, IxDF brings the heart back, so you never have to face the job market alone.
Learn together, get mentored, find your next job, and build friendships that grow your career.