Holidayz - Kids Austin area holiday family events and shopping in and around Austin, TX area

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Welcome to KidzAustin's Holidayz -- helping you find all those fun and kid friendly holiday events in and around Austin that our beautiful area has to offer. Lists include holiday shows, holiday lights, events, Santa sightings, special shopping opportunities and more! We'll be updating the page as we find out about new holiday events, so check back often. Please note: The events listed below are created by each local establishment and are subject to change without notice. KidzAustin.com is not affiliated with any of these businesses. Please contact the establishment listed below with any questions, for details, or to verify event times and costs. The information provided below is free-of-charge to the public. While we strive to provide you the latest information, KidzAustin.com is not responsible nor liable for any of these events nor any changes to the information provided below.
		************ Just Trees ********* If picking out the perfect tree is a big holiday tradition for your family, you may want to check out these tree lots. NOTE: Most live Xmas trees will not be available until after Thanksgiving holiday. Aardvark Sam's Handy Helpers 1901 E Palm Valley Blvd. Round Rock, TX 971-7011 Hours: Noon - 8 PM Evergreen Farms 242 Monkey Road Elgin, TX 281-4833 Farmer's Nursery 1305 Leander Dr. Leander, TX 259-4111 Hours: 8 AM - 5:30 PM M-Sat McIntire's Garden Center 303 Leander Road Georgetown, TX 863-8243 Hours: M-Sat: 8AM - 6PM Sun: 11AM - 5PM Natural Gardener (features living Christmas trees) 8648 Old Bee Caves Road Austin, TX 288-6113 Papa Noel - Serving Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, Phugerville, Lakeway, Oakhill, West Lake Hills, Steiner Ranch, Village of Bee Cave. Click link to find location near you.
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Daily in November Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall Barton Creek Square Mall, 2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746, 327-7040 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 5-Dec 24 Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613, 257-7467 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 5-Dec 24. Santa's Ranch Trail of Lights Santa's Ranch 8561 N IH 35, New Braunsfels, TX 830-743-1293 When: Sun - Th: 6-10 PM, Fri - Sat: 6-11PM Drive through 1.5 million lights along a Christmas trail through holiday displays (on 10-acres). See map/details on site. Available Nov 4 - Jan 1 Daily Starting November 18 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Friday, November 18 Frosty's Winter Wonderland and Breakfast with Santa at "A Christmas Affair," Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX, 467-8982, When: 9-10:30 AM Family/kid friendly holdiay event/activity info: Come enjoy breakfast with Frosty the Snowman and decorate your own magic hat! Chocolate milk bar with whipped cream and candy toppings. Photos with Santa begin at 8:30am. Beat the rush! Entertainment by Joe McDermott. Reservations required. Grand Opening Celebration of Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938, When: 7 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Be there for the first night! Photos with Santa at "A Christmas Affair" Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX, 467-8982 When: 12:30 - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Color, B&W photos or CDs available. Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Saturday, November 19 The Domain Holiday Festival and Lighting of Macy's Great Tree The Domain 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Ste 210 Austin, TX 78758 When: Noon - Closing Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Be part of the lighting of Macy's Great Tree in an event that includes a performance by American Idol finalist, Jason Castro as well as local musical artists and groups, face painting, holiday activities, of course see a spectacular fireworks display! Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938 When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Photos with Santa at "A Christmas Affair" Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX, 467-8982 When: 12:30 - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Color, B&W photos or CDs available. Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Sunday, November 20 Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938, When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Photos with Santa at "A Christmas Affair" Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX, 467-8982 When: 12:30 - 2 PM Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Color, B&W photos or CDs available. Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX, When: 6-10 PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Wednesday, November 23 and Thursday, November 24 Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Friday, November 25 Bastrop River of Lights Fisherman's Park in Bastrop 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602, 303-0558 When: 6PM Family friendly holiday event info: The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment. Open 11/25/11 - 1/01/12 CHRISTmas Season at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm (& Tree Cutting) Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX, 281-5016 When: Mon-Sat @ 10AM - 5:30 PM, Sun @ Noon - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: In addition to providing a great place to select and freshly cut the perfect Christmas tree, the following is available every day during hte CHRISTmas season: fresh made wreaths, tree stands of all sizes, scenic hayride, animals to visit, crazy maze, playground. Harvest Art Fest 1832 Farmer’s Market, 1302 Chestnut St, Bastrop, TX When: 10 AM – 5:30 PM Family friendly event info: Features hand made art from local artist and fresh produce from local farmers. Great for holiday gifts! Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Lighting of the Square Georgetown Convention and Visitors Bureau, Historic Downton Square, Georgetown, TX When: 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy the magic of this holiday season as we light up the square! Listen to holiday music and sing along with the Austin Carolers while you warm your tummy with cookies and hot chocolate. Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938, When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX, When: 6-10 PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Saturday, November 26 Bastrop River of Lights Fisherman's Park in Bastrop 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602, 303-0558 When: 6PM Family friendly holiday event info: The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment. Open 11/25/11 - 1/01/12 CHRISTmas Season at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm (& Tree Cutting) Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX, 281-5016 When: Mon-Sat @ 10AM - 5:30 PM, Sun @ Noon - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: In addition to providing a great place to select and freshly cut the perfect Christmas tree, the following is available every day during hte CHRISTmas season: fresh made wreaths, tree stands of all sizes, scenic hayride, animals to visit, crazy maze, playground. Chuy's Children Giving to Children Parade Downtown Austin, Austin, TX Family friendly Holiday activity info: Don't miss an amazing parade featuring giant inflatable balloons, festival holiday floats, marching bands and much more. And, of course, let's not forget the main goal -- bring a toy to donate to another child as part of the Operation Blue Santa Program. Harvest Art Fest 1832 Farmer’s Market, 1302 Chestnut St, Bastrop, TX When: 10 AM – 5:30 PM Family friendly event info: Features hand made art from local artist and fresh produce from local farmers. Great for holiday gifts! Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Ice Skating on the Plaza Whole Foods Market, 525 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78703 When: 10 AM - 9 OM Family/kid friendly holiday/event info: Come out and enjoy ice skating on the plaza for the only outdoor skating rink in downtown Austin, Texas! Nov 26 - Jan 15, 2012 Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938 When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX, When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. November 27 - November 30 Bastrop River of Lights Fisherman's Park in Bastrop 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602, 303-0558 When: 6PM Family friendly holiday event info: The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment. Open 11/25/11 - 1/01/12 CHRISTmas Season at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm (& Tree Cutting) Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX, 281-5016 When: Mon-Sat @ 10AM - 5:30 PM, Sun @ Noon - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: In addition to providing a great place to select and freshly cut the perfect Christmas tree, the following is available every day during hte CHRISTmas season: fresh made wreaths, tree stands of all sizes, scenic hayride, animals to visit, crazy maze, playground. Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Ice Skating on the Plaza Whole Foods Market, 525 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78703 When: 10 AM - 9 OM Family/kid friendly holiday/event info: Come out and enjoy ice skating on the plaza for the only outdoor skating rink in downtown Austin, Texas! Nov 26 - Jan 15, 2012 Mueller Tower Lighting, Mueller Tower, Berkman Dr and Tom Miller St, Austin, TX, When: 8 PM 6th annual celebration featuring the lighting of the "Noel" sign on the former airport control tower. Additional entertainment includes performance by Reagan High School Drumline, more. Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938 When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Wednesday, November 30 Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish Santa's Arrival and Tree Ligthing Ceremony City Square Park, Kyle, TX Family friendly holiday event/activity details: The City of Kyle welcomes Santa to town to kick off to the holidays. Santa will be available to take pictures (you must bring your own camera, we will not have a photographer available). Local school choirs will perform holiday songs. There will be free activities for the children and food available for purchase. Sights and Sound of Christmas San Marcos Plaza Park, San Marcos, TX Family/kid friendly holiday event/activity details: Join us November 30th-December 3rd for new and exciting attractions. Enjoy a basketball sized ice skating rink, human-sized snow globe along with the largest carnival ever to hit San Marcos. Arts and Crafts, face painting, food court, and the best holiday music in the park, more. TONIGHT is family night with half priced carnival rides!	See also our Eventz calendar.

December 1 - 15
DAILY Bastrop River of Lights Fisherman's Park in Bastrop 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602, 303-0558 When: 6PM Family friendly holiday event info: The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment. Open 11/25/11 - 1/01/12 CHRISTmas Season at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm (& Tree Cutting) Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX, 281-5016 When: Mon-Sat @ 10AM - 5:30 PM, Sun @ Noon - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: In addition to providing a great place to select and freshly cut the perfect Christmas tree, the following is available every day during hte CHRISTmas season: fresh made wreaths, tree stands of all sizes, scenic hayride, animals to visit, crazy maze, playground. Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Ice Skating on the Plaza Whole Foods Market, 525 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78703 When: 10 AM - 9 OM Family/kid friendly holiday/event info: Come out and enjoy ice skating on the plaza for the only outdoor skating rink in downtown Austin, Texas! Nov 26 - Jan 15, 2012 Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938 When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall Barton Creek Square Mall, 2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746, 327-7040 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 5-Dec 24 Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613, 257-7467 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 5-Dec 24. Santa's Ranch Trail of Lights Santa's Ranch, 8561 N IH 35, New Braunfels, TX 830-743-1293 When: Sun - Th: 6-10 PM, Fri - Sat: 6-11PM Family and kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Drive through 1.5 million lights along a Christmas trail through holiday displays (on 10-acres). See map/details on site. Available Nov 4 - Jan 1 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Thursdays - Sundays in December (starting Dec 1 and ending Sun, Dec 23) Gingerbread House Workshops Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado St., Austin TX, 78701 472-2499 x201 to register When: See Website for Hours Family friendly holiday event info: Call to register. Kids and parents work together to create this edible holiday tradition. Available Thursdays - Sunday starting Friday, Dec 1 thru Dec 23. Daily Starting December 4 Zilker Tree Ziler Park, Austin, TX, 974-6700 When: 6 PM Family friendly event/activity info: After the lighting ceremony on Dec 4, the tree will be available for viewing each evening from 6pm - 12midnight until December 31st. The Zilker Tree Stands 155 feet tall and is composed of 39 streamers, each holding 81 multicolored, 25 watt bulbs, totaling 3,309 lights. Thursday, December 1 Sights and Sounds of Christmas San Marcos Plaza Park, San Marcos, TX Family/kid friendly holiday event/activity details: Join us November 30th-December 3rd for new and exciting attractions. Enjoy a basketball sized ice skating rink, human-sized snow globe along with the largest carnival ever to hit San Marcos. Arts and Crafts, face painting, food court, and the best holiday music in the park, more. Friday, December 2 Holilday Tree Lighting and Santa's Workshop Heritage Park, Cedar Park, TX Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Over 50,000 lights illuminate the largest Live Oak Tree in Cedar Park. Santa's Workshop will kickoff immediately following the tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy live music, carriage rides, games & prizes, food concessions, and arts & crafts projects sponsored by H-E-B. You can have your photo taken with Santa for $3 and in a snow globe for $3. Bring the whole family for what promises to be a festive evening. Free Admission. Sights and Sounds of Christmas San Marcos Plaza Park, San Marcos, TX Family/kid friendly holiday event/activity details: Join us November 30th-December 3rd for new and exciting attractions. Enjoy a basketball sized ice skating rink, human-sized snow globe along with the largest carnival ever to hit San Marcos. Arts and Crafts, face painting, food court, and the best holiday music in the park, more. Twas the Night Before the Stroll Historic Downtown Square, Georgetown, TX Family/kid-friendly activity/event info: On this special First Friday, you can bring the family to make a Dessert with Scrooge in Whoo-Ville from 6 – 8 p.m.! Also, Bethlehem Village will be open from 6 – 9 p.m., where you can enjoy hands-on representation of Bethlehem in Jesus’ time. Visit the local toy shop, grain mill, bakery, perfumery, dye shop, coin shop, and stable. Shops will be open until 8 p.m Saturday, December 3 A Capital Christmas Holiday Sing-A-Long and Downtown Stroll, Downtown, Austin, TX When: 6-9 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: a FREE family-friendly event that begins with community caroling at the Capitol grounds led by John Aielli, host of the KUT 90.5 show Eklektikos. When the caroling ends, the holiday tree in front of the Capitol is lit and participants stroll down Congress Avenue where they find the street alive with music, art, shopping and more. Breakfast with Santa (Simon Kidgits Club) Lakeline Mall, Austin (Cedar Park), TX, When: 8:30-10 AM Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy breakfast with the big man in red as part of Simon Kidgits Club benefits (easy to sign up). Budafest Dowtown Buda, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: fun-stuffed weekend event features a Christmas parade, musical entertainment, a carnival, and artisans selling handcrafted items of all kinds aswell as a visit from Santa! See site for details. Christmas Stroll Downtown Georgetown, TX, 868-8675 Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Join us for our 31st Annual Christmas Stroll on the Square in Georgetown, TX. Our walk-through Bethlehem Village, WhooVille children's area and Santa's House are all extremely popular with our guests. Visit our over 135 craft vendors and enjoy free entertainment on two stages featuring wonderful local acts adding holiday spirit to the day. Be sure to mark the date and join us this year. For complete schedule, see site. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, When: 7:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. Sights and Sounds of Christmas San Marcos Plaza Park, San Marcos, TX Family/kid friendly holiday event/activity details: Join us November 30th-December 3rd for new and exciting attractions. Enjoy a basketball sized ice skating rink, human-sized snow globe along with the largest carnival ever to hit San Marcos. Arts and Crafts, face painting, food court, and the best holiday music in the park, more. Sunday, December 4 Budafest Dowtown Buda, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: fun-stuffed weekend event features a Christmas parade, musical entertainment, a carnival, and artisans selling handcrafted items of all kinds aswell as a visit from Santa! See site for details. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 2 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. Zilker Tree Lighting Ceremony Ziler Park, Austin, TX, 974-6700 When: 6 PM Family friendly event/activity info: Don't miss this special lighting celebration. After this ceremony the tree will be available for viewing each evening from 6pm - 12midnight until December 31st. The Zilker Tree Stands 155 feet tall and is composed of 39 streamers, each holding 81 multicolored, 25 watt bulbs, totaling 3,309 lights. Friday, December 9 Christmas Family Night in Round Rock Downtown Mainstreet, Round Rock, TX, 218-5540 When: 6:30 PM Family friendly holiday event: This free event includes activities for the entire family including live music, dancers, Cowboy Bunkhouse storytellers, candle-making, carriage rides, game booths, Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus and more. Guests can also shop for holiday gifts at the Christmas Family Night market. Ebenezer's Journey: A Dickens' Christmas Story Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr (exit I-35 @ Braker Ln and follow signs). Austin, TX 78754, 637-1215 When: 7-10 PM Family friendly holiday event info: A special interactive program based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, will recreate various scenes of Dickens' classic 1843 tale. Like Scrooge, visitors will journey back in time to see Christmasses past and even possibly participate in some scenes. In addition to our interactive tour, there will also be crafts and other historical activities throughout the museum. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, When: 7:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. Winter Nights @ Fritz Park 306 East Live Oak Street, Hutto, TX When: 5:30-8:00 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Free & open to the public featuring performances by: Hutto Area School Choir and Hutto High School Jazz Band, letters to Santa, arts & crafts, hot chocolate & cookies, movies in the park, and photos with Santa. Don’t forget to bring a new unwrapped toy for Orange Santa! Saturday, December 10 23rd Annual YMCA of Austin Children’s Christmas Party The Delco Center, 4601 Pecan Brook Dr., at the intersection of Hwy. 183 and Springdale Rd., Austin, TX When: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The party – which is free and open to the public – offers games, snacks, holiday arts and crafts activities and a personal visit with Santa Claus himself. Every child in attendance will receive a new, wrapped holiday gift. See pdf for more details. Cherrywood Art Fair Maplewood Elementary School 3808 Maplewood Ave., Austin, TX When: 10 AM - 5 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Holiday art bazaar that describes itself as "hip" and "family-friendly." In addition to wares offered by over 60 local artists offers children's activities, a Santa Claus photo booth (open from 2-4PM) and live music. Benefits Maplewood Elementary's art programs. Free admission. Ebenezer's Journey: A Dickens' Christmas Story Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr (exit I-35 @ Braker Ln and follow signs). Austin, TX 78754, 637-1215 When: 7-10 PM Family friendly holiday event info: A special interactive program based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, will recreate various scenes of Dickens' classic 1843 tale. Like Scrooge, visitors will journey back in time to see Christmasses past and even possibly participate in some scenes. In addition to our interactive tour, there will also be crafts and other historical activities throughout the museum. Evergreen Farms Tree Cutting Weekend Activities 242 Monkey Road, Elgin, TX, 281-4833 When: 9 AM - Dark In addition to picking out and cutting down the perfect tree, families can enjoy several activities including a campfire burning with free marshmallows, cider and coffee, enjoy pine cone painting and food from the concession stand, including famous Elgin sausage. Knights of Columbus Christmas Parade Main Street in Pflugerville, Pflugerville, TX When: 5:30-7 PM Family friendly holiday event info: Enjoy the annual Hometown Christmas Parade presented by the Knights of Columbus from St. Elizabeths Catholic Church. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 7:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. See also our Eventz calendar. Sunday, December 11 Cherrywood Art Fair Maplewood Elementary School 3808 Maplewood Ave., Austin, TX When: 10 AM - 5 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Holiday art bazaar that describes itself as "hip" and "family-friendly." In addition to wares offered by over 60 local artists offers children's activities, a Santa Claus photo booth (open from 2-4PM) and live music. Benefits Maplewood Elementary's art programs. Free admission. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 2 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. See also our Eventz calendar. Wednesday, December 14 Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Austin Convention Center, 2nd and Trinity, Austin, TX 78701 When: 11AM - 11PM Family friendly holiday event info: Features 35+ musical performances, (including the Biscuit Brothers on Dec 19), a bar, food, over 130 local and regional fine artists and craftspeople. Enjoy dancing in the aisles while shopping for fine art and distinctive gifts right here in downtown Austin -- a unique Austin tradition that shows your support for the local artists and musicians who keep Austin cool. Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. Evergreen Farms Tree Cutting Weekend Activities 242 Monkey Road, Elgin, TX, 281-4833 When: 9 AM - Dark In addition to picking out and cutting down the perfect tree, families can enjoy several activities including a campfire burning with free marshmallows, cider and coffee, enjoy pine cone painting and food from the concession stand, including famous Elgin sausage. See our Eventz calendar for MORE events.
December 15-31
DAILY Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Austin Convention Center, 2nd and Trinity, Austin, TX 78701 When: 11AM - 11PM Family friendly holiday event info: Features 35+ musical performances, (including the Biscuit Brothers on Dec 19), a bar, food, over 130 local and regional fine artists and craftspeople. Enjoy dancing in the aisles while shopping for fine art and distinctive gifts right here in downtown Austin -- a unique Austin tradition that shows your support for the local artists and musicians who keep Austin cool. Bastrop River of Lights Fisherman's Park in Bastrop 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602, 303-0558 When: 6PM Family friendly holiday event info: The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment. Open 11/25/11 - 1/01/12. CHRISTmas Season at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm (& Tree Cutting) Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX, 281-5016 When: Mon-Sat @ 10AM - 5:30 PM, Sun @ Noon - 5:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: In addition to providing a great place to select and freshly cut the perfect Christmas tree, the following is available every day during hte CHRISTmas season: fresh made wreaths, tree stands of all sizes, scenic hayride, animals to visit, crazy maze, playground. Holiday Lights and Ice Event Barton Creek Resort & Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr, Austin, TX, When: Up to Dec 16 schedule is -- M-Th at Noon-10 PM, Fri at Noon - 11 PM, Sat at 9 AM - 11 PM, and Sun at 9 AM - 10 PM, Dec 17-Jan 2 schedule is -- Sun-Th at 9 AM -11 PM, Fri-Sat at 9 AM - 12 AM Family friendly holiday/activity event info: Unwrap Austin's largest outdoor rink this holiday. Join us for the second annual Holiday Lights & Ice event. Barton Creek Resort & Spa has partnered with Fox 7 News and Neiman Marcus to bring you more merriment and cheer this year. Proceeds from skate rentals will benefit Make-A-Wish. Ice Skating on the Plaza Whole Foods Market, 525 N Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78703 When: 10 AM - 9 OM Family/kid friendly holiday/event info: Come out and enjoy ice skating on the plaza for the only outdoor skating rink in downtown Austin, Texas! Nov 26 - Jan 15, 2012 Oasis Texas Holidays on Ice Oasis, TX, 922-0938 When: Mon-Thurs, 4-11 PM; Fri-Sat, 11AM - 10PM; Sun 11AM-5PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Enjoy ice skating this holiday season on the new 1760 sq foot rink. Open thru Jan 1, 2012 Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall Barton Creek Square Mall, 2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746, 327-7040 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 5-Dec 24 Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613, 257-7467 Kid friendly holiday event/activity info: Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 5-Dec 24. Santa's Ranch Trail of Lights Santa's Ranch 8561 N IH 35, New Braunsfels, TX 830-743-1293 When: Sun - Th: 6-10 PM, Fri - Sat: 6-11 PM Family friendly holiday activity info: Drive through 1.5 million lights along a Christmas trail through holiday displays (on 10-acres). See map/details on site. Available Nov 4 - Jan 1 Walkway of Lights Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 18 - Jan 1 Family friendly holiday event/activity info: The Walkway of Lights has dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the globe with over two-million bulbs beautifully reflecting off of Lake Marble Falls. This self-guided winter wonderland is free to the public, but donations are cheerfully accepted. Stop by on weekends for visit from Santa. Zilker Tree Ziler Park, Austin, TX, 974-6700 When: 6 PM Family friendly event/activity info: After the lighting ceremony on Dec 4, the tree will be available for viewing each evening from 6pm - 12midnight until December 31st. The Zilker Tree Stands 155 feet tall and is composed of 39 streamers, each holding 81 multicolored, 25 watt bulbs, totaling 3,309 lights. Thursdays - Sundays in December (starting Dec 1 and ending Sun, Dec 23) Gingerbread House Workshops Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado St., Austin TX, 78701 472-2499 x201 to register When: See Website for Hours Family friendly holiday event info: Call to register. Kids and parents work together to create this edible holiday tradition. Available Thursdays - Sunday starting Friday, Dec 1 thru Dec 23. See our Eventz calendar for MORE events. Thursday, December 15 Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. See also our Eventz calendar. Friday, December 16 Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. Ebenezer's Journey: A Dickens' Christmas Story Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr (exit I-35 @ Braker Ln and follow signs). Austin, TX 78754, 637-1215 When: 7-10 PM Family friendly holiday event info: A special interactive program based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, will recreate various scenes of Dickens' classic 1843 tale. Like Scrooge, visitors will journey back in time to see Christmasses past and even possibly participate in some scenes. In addition to our interactive tour, there will also be crafts and other historical activities throughout the museum. Holiday Extravaganza Main Street, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Visit vendors in the Greenbelt and businesses on Main Street who will be open late for last-minute holiday shopping. Enjoy carriage rides, food and other activities! The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 7:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. See our Eventz calendar for MORE events. Saturday, December 17 Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. Ebenezer's Journey: A Dickens' Christmas Story Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr (exit I-35 @ Braker Ln and follow signs). Austin, TX 78754, 637-1215 When: 7-10 PM Family friendly holiday event info: A special interactive program based on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, will recreate various scenes of Dickens' classic 1843 tale. Like Scrooge, visitors will journey back in time to see Christmasses past and even possibly participate in some scenes. In addition to our interactive tour, there will also be crafts and other historical activities throughout the museum. Evergreen Farms Tree Cutting Weekend Activities 242 Monkey Road, Elgin, TX 281-4833 When: 9 AM - Dark Family friendly holiday activity/event info: In addition to picking out and cutting down the perfect tree, families can enjoy several activities including a campfire burning with free marshmallows, cider and coffee, enjoy pine cone painting and food from the concession stand, including famous Elgin sausage. Holiday Extravaganza Main Street, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday event/activity info: Visit vendors in the Greenbelt and businesses on Main Street who will be open late for last-minute holiday shopping. Enjoy carriage rides, food and other activities! The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 2 & 7:30 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. See our Eventz calendar for MORE events. Sunday, December 18 Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. Evergreen Farms Tree Cutting Weekend Activities 242 Monkey Road Elgin, TX 281-4833 When: 9 AM - Dark Family friendly holiday activity/event info: In addition to picking out and cutting down the perfect tree, families can enjoy several activities including a campfire burning with free marshmallows, cider and coffee, enjoy pine cone painting and food from the concession stand, including famous Elgin sausage. The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 2 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details. Monday, December 19 - Wednesday December 21 Buda Trail of Lights Historic Stagecoach Park, Buda, TX Family friendly holiday activity/event info: Enjoy a spectacular display of twinkling lights illuminating historic Stagecoash Park with various Christmas scenes and themes. Evenings Dec 14-21. See our Eventz calendar for MORE events. Friday, December 23 The Nutcracker Long Center, Austin, TX, Time: 2 PM Family friendly holiday event/activity info: A magical memory making experience for all ages presented by Ballet Austin. Tickets start at $15. See site for details.

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