Kelsey Easton December 5, 2024
The holidays are here, and Austin is buzzing with festive energy. It’s the season of twinkling lights, hot cocoa, and pretending we aren't sweating through our sweaters. Whether you're new to the city or have celebrated many Austin Christmases, there’s something about this time of year that makes everything feel magical.
If you’re looking to make the most of the season, I’ve rounded up the must-see events happening around town.
Fairmont Austin- "Ugly Sweater Bar" at Rules and Regs. Upscale igloo rentals, various events- Through Dec.28
Hotel Van Zandt- "The Lodge" at Geraldine's. Igloos & more. Through Dec.29
JW Marriott- "Snow Much Fun" at Edge Rooftop. Faux falling snow, smore's, festive cocktails. Through Dec. 25
Otis Hotel-"Wintersol" at Otopia Rooftop. Igloos & cookie kits. Through Dec. 30
Four Seasons. Ice rink and private cabins with various events. Through Jan 5
Austin Motel- "Winter Wonderland" Colorful trees, movies and events. Through Jan 1
Westlin "Yule at Azul" Cabanas, S'mores, photo booth & more. Through Dec. 29
Stephen F. Austin "Ralphie's on Congress." Through Dec.31
Jingle Bell 5K- Bee Cave | Dec. 7
Trail of Lights Fun Run | Dec. 7
2nd St. Holiday Window Walk
Holiday Party by @atxsocialchair feat. Yall Out Boy- Sunset Room | Dec.6
Elf Pub Run- Paramlount Theater | Dec. 9
Holiday Afternoon Tea- Driskill Hotel | Dec 8,15
Santa Saturdays - Music Lane| Dec 7,14 | 12-3
Ugly Sweater Christmas Party- Armadillo Den | Dec. 19
Bad Santa- Cabana Club | Dec. 6
Apres Ski Party- Arriba Abajo | Dec. 19
Holly Jolly Festival- By @funonweekdays- Star Hill Ranch | Dec. 7
Mozarts Holiday Boat Cruise
Handel's Messiah - Feat. Austin Symphony Orchestra - Riverbend Center | Dec, 3
The Nightmare Before Christmas -Feat. Austin Symphony Orchestra- Long Center | Dec.17
A Charlie Brown Christmas Feat. Austin Chamber Music Center- The State Theater | Dec, 7
A Very Merry Christmas Show- Parker Jazz Club | Thru December
The Nutcracker Suite- Feat. Ballet Afrique- Bass Concert Hall | Dec. 19
Jelly's 12th Annual Christmas Jam- Moody Center | Dec.12
O Holy Night Candlelight Christmas Concert- Moody Theater | Dec. 10
"A Christmas Carol" - Zach Theater | Thru Dec. 29
"The Nutcracker" Feat. Ballet Austin - Long Center | Dec 6-23
"The Ghosts of Christmas Past" - The Archive Theatre | Thru Dec. 15
"The Watchmaker's Song" - Neill-Cochran House | Dec 12-14, 19-21
"Holiday Heroes" - Zach Theatre | Dec 7-21
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" - Gaslight Baker Theater | Dec 6-21
"White Christmas"- Palace Theater | Thru Dec.29 (Gerogetown)
Additionally, make sure to check out the following venue websites for holiday movie dates & showtimes.
Paramount Theater | Alamo Drafthouse | Doc's Drive-In | Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive In | Ski Shores Cafe
Lou's Eastside | Fareground | Austin Motel | Fieldhouse at the Crossover
Zilker Park Holiday Tree
Austin Trail of Lights
Mozarts Light Show
Peppermint Parkway- Circuit of the Americas
Driskill Hotel Tree Lighting- Dec. 6
37th St Lights
Longhorn Lights- Guadalupe St between 21st & 24th st)
Merry & Bright Tower Lighting- Mueller Lake Park
Four Seasons Hotel
Long Center
Hill Country Galleria (Bee Cave)
Chaparral Ice
Winter Wonderland- The Pitch
Pond Hockey Club
Ice & Field at the Crossover (Leander)
"Western Wonderland (Dripping Springs)
Blue Genie Art Bazaar | Thru Dec.24
Hill Country Galleria | Weekends
Holiday Market at Hotel Saint Cecilia | Dec 8, 10-5
CommunityFirst! Holiday Market | Dec 6-7, 13-15
Holiday Vibe Market
German-Texas Heritage Christmas Market
Wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday season! 🎅✨
Love & Light
Kelsey Easton
Your Go-To Austin Realtor & Local Expert
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📞 512-699-6091
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