Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Nutcracker Tea Party

On Thursday, Dec. 18, kids can enjoy a festive Nutcracker Tea Party at Toybrary at 10:30 a.m. Tea sets will be all set out with real nuts to crack. Learn a Nutcracker dance with Kinderdance, drink tea, make a mouse craft, and have healthy tea …

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Christmas Events this Week, Dec. 17-21

The countdown to Christmas is on! 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. (through Sunday, Dec. 21) The 50th year of this Austin holiday tradition in Zilker Park …

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6th Annual Posada

On Thursday, Dec. 18 Southwest Key’s Latino Arts Preservation Program will present their 6th Annual Posada from 6-8 p.m. at El Centro De Familia. All are invited to enjoy an evening performance of Ballet Folklorico, Teatro, Mariachi! Festivities also include arts & crafts, piñatas, hot …

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Meet Santa on a Horse

For a Santa visit with true Texas flair, you’re going to want to stop into Texas National Outfitters in SoCo to meet Santa on Horseback — because even the jolly old elf is happily “keeping it weird” in Austin. Children of all ages can pose …

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Ice Skating on Plaza at Whole Foods

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 …

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Ugly Sweater Storytime

Ugly sweater parties are popping up everywhere these days. Everyone’s embracing the tackiest holiday looks for festive gatherings. But have you ever been to an Ugly Sweater Storytime? On Wednesday, Dec. 17, BookPeople invites you in at 10:30 a.m. wearing your most frightening stripes, appalling …

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Ballet Austin’s The Nutcracker – Ticket Giveaway

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 …

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ZACH Theatre Winter Break Camp Giveaway

Wondering what to do to keep the kids busy during Winter Break this year? Have no fear. ZACH Theatre promises to keep them entertained and active at their creative day camp. Kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade will have fun acting, singing, and storytelling. ZACH …

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Festival of Trees at the Carver Museum

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. …

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