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Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

2023 Holiday Guide for Austin Families

The holidays are now in full swing and we’re sharing our 2023 Holiday Guide for Austin Families complete with our favorite winter festivities.  There’s something for everyone on this list, from where to do your local holiday shopping, to shows, lights, Santa, and more.  Check …

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Your December To Do List

December in Austin is such a beautiful time of year, and the family events are pouring in!  Here’s your December To-Do List – be sure to mark your calendars for these upcoming events. All month long: A Christmas Carol and Una Noche Buena @ ZACH Theatre …

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Best Holiday Family Events Around Austin

From twinkling lights to train rides, live music, ice skating, cookies & cocoa, and more — the holidays in Austin are full of wonderful family events to celebrate the season! Below we’re sharing some old favorites and new experiences that are guaranteed to make special …

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The North Pole Flyer: Train Ride with Santa!

All aboard! Feel that holiday magic when you hop aboard Austin Steam Train’s North Pole Flyer! Children of all ages can experience their own little Polar Express-inspired moments when they go for a real train ride with Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy story time, …

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Santa Photos & Holiday Fun at The Domain

North Austin’s shopping & dining destination, The Domain, has sleighfuls of holiday cheer this season. You can enjoy visits with Santa, free carriage rides, carolers, light shows — and more! 2018 Holiday Fun at The Domain: –> Santa Photo Experience Visit the Beneath the Tree …

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Winter Wonderland at the Circuit

Update, Nov. 2019: There is no Winter Wonderland at the Circuit for 2019 but it will be back in 2020. Notes from the COTA staff: With the popularity of Winter Wonderland growing each season, we decided it was best to reimagine the experience to make …

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2ND Street District’s Holiday Window Walk & Santa Lounge

Take a stroll through Austin’s downtown shopping and dining destination, the 2ND Street District, to see the festive displays featured in this year’s annual Holiday Window Walk. Storefronts are transforming into exciting holiday scenes designed by students of St. Edward’s University. Not only do these …

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Sledding, Santa & More at Lights of Love Family Event

This holiday season, please join us in supporting local families with critically ill children at the annual Lights of Love holiday event benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas. This fun party takes place at the Ronald McDonald House (near Dell Children’s Medical Center) …

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Best Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Austin

Do you hear those sleigh bells ringing? Are the sugar plum fairies dancing in your head? The holiday season is here, and Austin is packed with holiday cheer! Check out all the fun that awaits your family this December. Best Ways to Celebrate the Holidays …

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2015 Christmas Dreams & Snowy Things

Please note that this event was originally scheduled for Dec. 12, but it has been moved to Saturday, Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Let’s play in the snow! On Saturday, Dec. 19 you can head to the CHASCO Family YMCA (Boles Family …

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