DAILY

Bastrop River of Lights
Fisherman's Park in Bastrop
1200 Willow Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
303-0558
When: 6PM

The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment.

A Christmas Carol in 3D
Bob Bullock State History Museum IMAX Theatre
1800 N Congress Ave
Austin, TX
When: See site for times
936-8746

Family friendly holiday event info: Catch this holiday classic with the whole family in 3D at the IMAX. Available Nov 6 - Dec 17

Christmas Tree Farm
Elgin Christmas Tree farm
120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd)
Elgin, TX
281-5016

Family friendly holiday event: Pick and cut your own Christmas tree. While you are there, try out other family friendly entertainment offered. See site for details.

Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall
Barton Creek Square Mall
2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy
Austin, TX 78746
327-7040

Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 8-Dec 24

Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall
Lakeline Mall - Lower Level Dillard's Women Court
11200 Lakeline Mall Dr
Cedar Park, TX 78613
257-7467

Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 8-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). $20 per vehicle. Available Nov 7 - Dec 24

Walkway of Lights
Lakeside Park
(West of Hwy 281 River Bridge)
Marble Falls, TX
When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 20 - Jan 2

The self-guided winter wonderland walk will dazzle you with the largest lighted pole-tree boasting over 17,000 multi-colored lights and a lighted tunnel touting over 12,000 clear bulbs. Both these special treasures together with the whimsical, patriotic, religious, traditional, and not-so-traditional sculptures, and Christmas music, create the Walkway of Lights. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. Santa is available for pictures: Thur/6- 8 PM and Fri & Sat/6-10 PM.

Thursdays - Sundays in December (starting Fri, Dec 4 and ending Sun, Dec 20)

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 4.

Friday, December 4

Cedar Park Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Heritage Oak Park
875 Quest Parkway
Cedar Park, TX
401-5000
When: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Over 50,000 lights illuminate the largest Live Oak in Cedar Park. Enjoy caroling, carriage rides and the Yule fire. A coloring contest for kindergarten and first grade students determines who lights the tree. See site for entry form. Deadline for coloring contest entry is Nov 30.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

McDonald's Lights of Love 5K
Mueller Development (Airport hangar)
Austin, TX
472-9844
When: Open house at 5PM. Race at 7:30 PM

Family friendly holiday event info: Run, jog or walk through SNOW provided by Event FX and Wolf Stuntworks at the Lights of Love 5K & Kids K Finish Line ; Have your picture taken with Santa Claus and Ronald McDonald ; Let your kids enjoy our holiday crafts area, with great activities from Wondercraft ; Bring the entire family for kids entertainer Mr. Leebot ; Listen to great music on the course and at the Hangar ; Enjoy the festive lights and hot chocolate stop on the 5K course; Don't miss the annual lighting of the Mueller Tower. See site for registration details.

Saturday, December 5

Austin Handbell Ensemble Christmas Concert
San Gabriel Presbyterian
5404 Williams Dr
Georgetown, TX
868-0902
When: 7 PM

Family friendly holiday event info: Holiday music performed in concert by the Austin Handbell Ensemble. Free.

Bethlehem Bazaar
Oak Hill Methodist Church
7815 US 290 W
Austin, TX
288-3836
When: 9-11AM

Free admission. For kids -- create seasonal crafts or visit live nativity scene. Requested donation -- nonperishable food items for Capital Area Food Bank or an unwrapped toy for Operation Blue Santa.

RESCHEDULED FOR DEC 12 -- Carlos N' Charlies Lake Travis Annual Parade of Lights Boat Parade and Toy Donation
Carlos N Charlies
5973 Hiline Road Austin, TX 78734
266-1683
When: Dark

Family friendly holiday event: Admission is free with a toy donation for the Brown Santa toy drive to make the holidays special for underprivileged children. along with enjoying the lighted boatd parade, the family can rock out with live music from the Magnolia Band from 7-11.

Carnival O' Pizza (Home Slice Pizza's 4th Annual)
Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
444-7437
When: Noon - 7 PM

Family friendly event info: Free admission. To celebrate Home Slice Pizza's 4th anniversary and give back to the community that has made us one of South Austin’s favorite eateries, Home Slice Pizza is throwing a party in our backyard -- the 4th Annual Home Slice Carnival-O-Pizza. Bring the kids down to SoCo for games, carnival-style booths, raffles, live music, break dancers, contests (Pizza Tossing, Extreme Pizza Eating, Pizza Box Folding, and “Hands on an Eggplant Sub”), beer, pizza (obviously) and much more! To sign up for the contests, stop by for a slice at Home Slice Pizza before the carnival to fill out a contest card, or check the web site for more details.

Cowboy Kringle's Kids Workshop and Photos
Downtown Gruene, TX
830-620-4247
When: 10AM-5PM

Workshop: Kids age 5 and up will be able to make and wrap one-of-a-kind handcrafted Christmas presents to give family members, while parents are able to shop, eat, or enjoy the sights for up to 2 hours.

Photos: Create a Christmas memory with photos with Cowboy Kringle, Gruene's own brand of Santa! Pictures will be taken in the breezeway between The Grapevine and Gruene General Store.

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.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Round Rock Symphony Holiday Spectacular
Anderson Mill Baptist Church
10633 Lake Creek Pkwy, Austin, TX  78750
When: 8 PM

Family friendly holiday event info: The Round Rock Symphony and Texas State University choirs will perform holiday hits, selections from the Nutcracker and Handel's Messiah, sing-alongs and more. Tickets range from $15 to $20.

Sunday, December 6

Cowboy Kringle's Kids Workshop and Photos
Downtown Gruene, TX
830-620-4247
When: Noon-5PM

Workshop: Kids age 5 and up will be able to make and wrap one-of-a-kind handcrafted Christmas presents to give family members, while parents are able to shop, eat, or enjoy the sights for up to 2 hours.

Photos: Create a Christmas memory with photos with Cowboy Kringle, Gruene's own brand of Santa!

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.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

Family friendly holiday event info: New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Holiday Sing-a-long
Hill Country Bible Church
303 E Pflugerville Pkwy
Pflugerville, TX
When: 6:30 - 8 PM
538-1152

Family friendly holiday event info: The community is invited to enjoy great performers, celebrate the holiday spirit and support a local organization dedicated to helping those unable to help themselves.  All ages and faiths are welcome.

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.

Christmas Tree Tours (& Tree Cutting)
Elgin Christmas Tree farm
120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX
281-5016

Tours feature hayride and lots of animals (but are appt only and require groups) -- $2/Adult. You can also visit the farm to pick and cut down that perfect tree!

Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall
Barton Creek Square Mall
2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746
327-7040

Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 8-Dec 24

Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall
Lakeline Mall
11200 Lakeline Mall Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613
257-7467

Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 8-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). $20 per vehicle. Available Nov 7 - Dec 24

Walkway of Lights
Lakeside Park (West of Hwy 281 River Bridge), Marble Falls, TX
When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 21 - Jan3

The self-guided winter wonderland walk will dazzle you with the largest lighted pole-tree boasting over 17,000 multi-colored lights and a lighted tunnel touting over 12,000 clear bulbs. Both these special treasures together with the whimsical, patriotic, religious, traditional, and not-so-traditional sculptures, and Christmas music, create the Walkway of Lights. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. Santa is available for pictures: Thur/6-8 PM and Fri & Sat/6-10 PM.

Zilker Tree
Ziler Park, Austin, TX
974-6700
When: Dark

NOTE: Official Date Not Available on Website. Check back.

Thursdays - Sundays in December (starting Fri, Dec 4 and ending Sun, Dec 20)

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 4.

Friday, December 11

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 21), 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.

Christmas Family Night in Round Rock
Downtown Mainstreet, Round Rock, TX
When: 6:30 PM
218-5540

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.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Saturday, December 12

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 21), 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.

RESCHEDULED FROM DEC 5 -- Carlos N' Charlies Lake Travis Annual Parade of Lights Boat Parade and Toy Donation
Carlos N Charlies
5973 Hiline Road Austin, TX 78734
266-1683
When: Dark

Family friendly holiday event: Admission is free with a toy donation for the Brown Santa toy drive to make the holidays special for underprivileged children. along with enjoying the lighted boatd parade, the family can rock out with live music from the Magnolia Band from 7-11.

Cherrywood Art Fair
Maplewood Elementary School
3808 Maplewood Ave., Austin, TX
When: 10AM-6PM

Family friendly holiday event: 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.

Christmas Around the World
Pioneer Farms
10621 Pioneer Farms Dr (exit I-35 @ Braker Ln and follow signs). Austin, TX 78754
637-1215
When: 4-9 PM

Family friendly holiday event info: Learn about 19th Century Christmas celebrations around the world. featuring live music, food, crafts, and more.

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.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Holiday Stroll & Christmas Parade
Main Street in Pflugerville, Pflugerville, TX
436-0667
When: 10AM - 8PM, parade at 6 PM

Family friendly holiday event info: Free admission and parking. Sidewalk sales, clowns, kids' activities, photos with Santa, vendor booths, arts and crafts, car show, more.

What Is Christmas?
Great Hills Baptist Church
10500 Jollyville Road, Austin, TX
343-7763
When: 7:00PM

Family friendly holiday event details: Special Christmas presentation. Great Hills Worship Choir & Orchestra will perform.

Sunday, December 13

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 21), 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.

Cherrywood Art Fair
Maplewood Elementary School
3808 Maplewood Ave.
Austin, TX
When: Noon-6PM

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.

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.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

Family friendly holiday event: New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

What Is Christmas?
Great Hills Baptist Church
10500 Jollyville Road, Austin, TX
343-7763
When: 7:00PM

Family friendly holiday event details: Special Christmas presentation. Great Hills Worship Choir & Orchestra will perform.

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 21), 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. Open daily from Dec 11 - Dec 24.

Bastrop River of Lights
Fisherman's Park in Bastrop
1200 Willow St, Bastrop, TX 78602
303-0558
When: 6PM

The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment.

Christmas Tree Farm
Elgin Christmas Tree farm
120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX
281-5016

Tours feature hayride and lots of animals (but are appt only and require groups) -- $2/Adult. You can also visit the farm to pick and cut down that perfect tree!

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd. , Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall
Barton Creek Square Mall
2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy
Austin, TX 78746
327-7040

Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 8-Dec 24

Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall
Lakeline Mall - Lower Level Dillard's Women Court
11200 Lakeline Mall Dr
Cedar Park, TX 78613
257-7467

Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 8-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). $20 per vehicle. Available Nov 7 - Dec 24

Walkway of Lights
Lakeside Park
(West of Hwy 281 River Bridge)
Marble Falls, TX
When: 6 - 10PM nightly, Nov 21 - Jan3

The self-guided winter wonderland walk will dazzle you with the largest lighted pole-tree boasting over 17,000 multi-colored lights and a lighted tunnel touting over 12,000 clear bulbs. Both these special treasures together with the whimsical, patriotic, religious, traditional, and not-so-traditional sculptures, and Christmas music, create the Walkway of Lights. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. Santa is available for pictures: Thur/6-8 PM and Fri & Sat/6-10 PM.

Thursdays - Sundays in December (starting Fri, Dec 4 and ending Sun, Dec 20)

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 4.

Friday, December 18

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

Saturday, December 19

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.

Gingerbread House Workshop
Young Chefs Academy
617 W Slaughter Ln Ste 105
Austin, TX 78748
227-5999
When: 12:30 - 2:30PM

Family friendly holiday activity: $30/house. We invite each child to bring up to 3 adult “helpers” to enjoy this experience. Holiday music, hot apple cider, hot chocolate, and cookies will be available. It'll be a celebration for you and your family this holiday season!

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

Sunday, December 20

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.

Gingerbread House Workshop
Young Chefs Academy
617 W Slaughter Ln Ste 105
Austin, TX 78748
227-5999
When: 1-3 PM

Family friendly holiday activity: $30/house. We invite each child to bring up to 3 adult “helpers” to enjoy this experience. Holiday music, hot apple cider, hot chocolate, and cookies will be available. It'll be a celebration for you and your family this holiday season!

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

DAILY

Bastrop River of Lights
Fisherman's Park in Bastrop
1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602
303-0558
When: 6PM

The entire trail, from Fisherman's Park to Ferry Park, will have lighted displays and Christmas carols playing for your holiday enjoyment.

DAILY THRU DEC 24 ONLY

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 21), 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. Open daily from Dec 11 - Dec 24.

Christmas Tree Farm
Elgin Christmas Tree farm
120 Nature's Way (off Roy Davis Rd), Elgin, TX
281-5016

Family friendly holiday event: Pick and cut your own Christmas tree. While you are there, try out other family friendly entertainment offered. See site for details.

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd. , Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

Santa Claus at Barton Creek Square Mall
Barton Creek Square Mall
2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746
327-7040

Get your photo taken with Santa! Click link for hours. Nov 8-Dec 24

Santa Claus at Lakeline Mall
Lakeline Mall - Lower Level Dillard's Women Court
11200 Lakeline Mall Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613
257-7467

Stop in for a visit with Santa and get your photo taken. Click link for hours. Available Nov 8-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

Drive through 1.5 million lights along a Christmas trail through holiday displays (on 10-acres). $20 per vehicle. Available Nov 7 - Dec 24

Monday, December 21

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Ave and Austin St,
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Tuesday, December 22

Keep Austin Bizarre
Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX
698-6255
When: 11AM-11PM

Locally created event promising a warm family atmosphere where shopping is fun. Offers live music and wide variety of eclectic options (clothes, jewelry, arts & crafts, more) created by local artists, vendors, and more as well as some from around the world.

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Wednesday, December 23

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Saturday, December 26

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.

Sunday, December 28

The Hill Country Christmas Event by Schlitterbahn
Corner of Liberty Avenue and Austin Street
New Braunfels, TX
When: 5 PM - 9PM/10PM (depending on day)

New Schlitterbahn attraction features 3 light shows, light scultpures, Scrooge's house, 60-foot nativity scene, ice skating, reindeer barn, more. Runs on various days thru Jan 3. See site for schedule/pricing.