Here in Central Texas, we often miss out on that classic winter weather that other parts of the country experience this time of year. Do your kids asking longingly for snow days like they read about in picture books? Luckily, there are lots of efforts …
Ballet Austin invites you to experience Austin’s original holiday tradition — The Nutcracker — now in it’s 52nd year. Hear the music! Feel the magic! Enjoy the army of mischievous mice, a bevy of bon-bons, a sprinkle of sparkling snowflakes & the Austin Symphony Orchestra …
Have you had the chance to witness the sights and sounds of the Minor Mishap Marching Band? They are so much fun! All decked out in yellow and black funky outfits, this marching band will have you and your kids shaking some booty. The Minor …
On Tuesday, Dec. 16 you can join the holiday celebration at the George Washington Carver Museum for the Festival of Trees and Keys of Life Christmas Recital from 4-7 p.m. Ring in the holiday season with Christmas music, cookie decorating, hot chocolate, and beautiful trees. …
The 50th Anniversary of the Austin Trail of Lights is in full swing at Zilker Park. The annual event winds through 1.25 miles of Zilker Park, and will be open to the public through December 21. We stopped by the Preview Party that took place on December 5 to …
Have you ever been into Recycled Reads? It’s Austin Public Library’s used book store. Discarded books from all of the Austin libraries make their way to this book store along with books and media donations from the community. Then these used items are sold (at …
On Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14, you can walk among thousands of luminaries and twinkling lights during Luminations at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Everyone’s invited to this Austin holiday tradition from 6-9 p.m. with free admission when you bring two canned …
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas around here, Austin! There’s a ton of holly, jolly fun for you to enjoy this week. Check it out! – Trail of Lights Daily at 7 p.m. The 50th year of this Austin holiday tradition in Zilker …
Let’s play in the snow! On Saturday, Dec. 13 you can head to the CHASCO Family YMCA (Boles Family Sports Complex) in Round Rock to play in real snow from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Christmas Dreams & Snowy Things event! Enjoy activities …
On Sunday, Dec. 14, you can enjoy the annual Chanukah in the Hood event at Central Market North Lamar. You’ll find fun activities, arts & crafts, music, latkes, a dreidel spinning contest, face paining and more from 12 – 3:30 p.m. Celebrate the Festival of …
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