Holiday Events in the Austin Area
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Austin KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
The holiday season is filled with fun throughout our area for the next several weeks! Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's bring the community together in a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition. Here is your master guide to the holidays, including events, concerts, activities, Christmas tree farms, and more! From dazzling light displays to festive markets, there’s something
for everyone to enjoy. Gather with family and friends to create lasting memories and experience the spirit of the season. You'll see right below my signature a link to our HUGE list of ideas for local fun: 101 of them! Scan the list below, then bookmark the 101 list as your go-to resource for this holiday season!
Happy Holidays!
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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KidsOutAndAbout's 2025 holiday events list for the Austin area-101 ideas for local holiday fun. Christmas concerts, lights, trees, nativities, and more. . . plus activities for Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's Eve.
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The Austin area offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in festive activities. From charming local farms to larger operations, each location provides a unique experience, complete with hayrides, hot cocoa, and seasonal treats. Many farms also host holiday events, making it easy to create lasting memories with loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a classic fir or a unique spruce, the Christmas tree farms around Austin promise to make your holiday celebrations truly special.
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November 20 - Jan 3: Back for its eleventh dazzling year, Zach’s A Christmas Carol is Austin’s favorite way to sing in the season. Join us for a high-octane sleigh ride through a timeless tale, reimagined with fresh songs and a whole lot of soul.
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The Walkway of Lights, hosted by The Marble Falls Chamber of Commerce, returns on November 21st! Open nightly from 6PM-10PM till January 4th, The Walkway of Lights displays 2 million lights in Lakeside Park and over 350+ lighted sculptures. Experience the lights reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls and make it a family tradition.
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Each night Krampus arrives and makes his trek through scream hollow for some of the darker Christmas traditions with Christmas haunts based on the historical legends and lore of Krampus. Live music, rabid bat bar, cafe, bakery, vendors and more!
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November 29 - December 14: Experience the joy of the season with a festive train ride featuring Santa, treats, and holiday cheer. All aboard the North Pole Flyer, Texas Hill Country’s favorite holiday train ride! Step into a magical winter wonderland as you travel through scenic countryside filled with holiday cheer. This year, we’re excited to introduce themed train cars — each decked out with unique decorations that bring the Christmas spirit to life, offering a special experience for kids and adults alike. Enjoy visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, sing along to holiday tunes, savor delicious cookies and hot cocoa, and create unforgettable memories with your family and friends. Perfect for all ages, the North Pole Flyer is a heartwarming holiday tradition that lights up the…
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Hilton Austin is bringing back a lineup of holiday activities filled with cozy celebrations and plenty of festive cheer, inviting hotel guests and locals to embrace the spirit of the season with themed food and beverage experiences, fitness with a twist, and specialty events for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
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Bee Cave on Ice is coming back! The City of Bee Cave is excited to announce the ice skating rink will be open November 14, 2025 - January 19, 2026.
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The lights are up, the tickets are out, and all we’re missing is you! GA tickets are just $3 and allow you to wander through the enchanted forest, see Saint Nicholas, enjoy live music, experience the lights up close, and more! If you’re looking to make the holidays extra special, VIP tables, party igloos, and donut boat cruises are also available this season.
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A winter wonderland of great Christmas shopping awaits at the 7th annual Angels & Mistletoe Holiday Market coming to Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center & Spa (1001 E. McCarty Lane San Marcos, TX), November 28-November 30, 2025. Join us as we present Angels & Mistletoe Holiday Market ~ "A Pastel Christmas". Come enjoy gorgeous holiday decor, Christmas music, pictures with Santa and fantastic shopping.
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Tuesday, December 2 at 8pm at Riverbend Centre: Join your Austin Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Austin for a stirring performance of Handel’s Messiah, a timeless holiday tradition that has uplifted and inspired audiences for over 275 years.
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KidsOutAndAbout's list of family-friendly New Year's activities in and around Austin, TX
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