Here are our top 5 picks for family fun this week, presented by IT’S TIME TEXAS. And you can always check out the Do512 Family Calendar to view many more listings of awesome kid events in the Austin area. Also, be sure to download the free Choose Healthier mobile app for great ideas for getting out and staying active with the kids.
Top 5 Austin Family Events to Check Out This Week:
— Trail of Lights @ Zilker Park
Tuesday, Dec. 8 through Tuesday, Dec. 22, 7-10 p.m.
Come out to Zilker Park to marvel at this Austin holiday tradition! The Grand Opening of this year’s Trail of Lights takes place on Tuesday, Dec. 8. General admission will be FREE Dec. 8-15, and a $3 admission will be charged for ages 12 & up on Dec. 16-22. Click here for all the details about parking, shuttles, ZiP Fast Passes and more info before you go. You can also check out this handy My Trail, My Way printable that includes suggested photo ops and a checklist of fun stops to make along the Trail for the family.
— Jump into the Holidays Party @ Springfree Trampoline (The Domain)
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy cookie decorating, crafts and holly jolly jumping for kids of all ages! Springfree will be giving away a trampoline at the end of this party, which could be the perfect Christmas gift to wow your family. Free event, but you must RSVP by emailing [email protected].
— Peter and the Wolf @ Paramount Theatre
Friday, December 11, 7 p.m.
Check out the world premiere of Lionheart Youth Theatre’s adaptation of Peter and the Wolf. This modern adaptation of the original tale, includes captivating, large-scale puppetry set to a new musical score written and performed by Mother Falcon, one of Austin’s most talked about bands. Best for children in grades 3-8. Tickets for the show are $16 and can be purchased online here.
— Ebenezer’s Journey: A Dickens’ Christmas Story @ Pioneer Farms
Friday, Dec. 11 & Saturday, Dec. 12, 7-10 p.m.
Bring the family to Pioneer Farms this holiday season for a most unusual event, “Ebenezer’s Journey.” This is a special interactive program based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol where various scenes of Dickens’ classic 1843 tale will be recreated. Watch the village come to life with carolers and colorful characters that step out of history. Actors will take you into the story with an interactive theatrical presentation staged in the historic old buildings at Pioneer Farms. Tickets are $12 for ages 3 & up, which can be purchased online here.
— Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides @ The Domain
Friday, Dec. 11 & Saturday, Dec. 12, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy complimentary horse-drawn carriage rides each Friday and Saturday night between now and Christmas. Pick-up locations are near Santa’s Workshop and at the Macy’s north entrance by California Pizza Kitchen.
–> More to Explore: Check out our Daily Calendar for more events, and be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter to get reminders about Top Picks for the weekend. You can also check out:
- Where to See Santa in Austin
- Top Holiday Craft Shows
- Christmas Lights in Austin
- Where to Play in the Snow in Austin
- Where to Ice Skate in Austin
—> Choose Healthier App for more healthy family activities: Be sure to download the FREE Choose Healthier mobile app for local health-focused information, activities and events right at your fingertips. You can also like IT’S TIME TEXAS on Facebook and follow them on Twitter and Instagram for healthy tools, tips, activities and motivation, and to show your support for the cause.
Have a fun week!
