It’s that time of year again when Austin gets a little brighter and magical for the holidays. There are so many fun events happening around the city, so we decided to round up some must-go-to holiday events:
Holiday Trail of Lights at Zilker Park
December 10th: Grand opening
December 23rd: Last Day
Trail of Lights is definitely one of Austin’s largest holiday traditions. It showcases everything we love about Austin from music to food and just fun. Also, don’t forget to twirl under the tree at the end.
Mozart’s Coffee Holiday Show
November 21st: Grand Opening
January 5th: Last Day
Runs daily from 6-11
Mozart sets up more than one million LED lights creating the perfect light show choreographed to music running four times per evening. You can sit under the lights and sip on some coffee or hot chocolate. Trust us, the hot chocolate is the best! This is perfect for a family outing or even a date night.
Driskill Tree Lighting
December 3rd: Kick-off annual tree lighting
Free Admission
Schedule of Events
5:00 - 6:00 PM Music by The Arundel Ensemble
6:00 PM Tree Lighting
6:00 - 7:00 PM Caroling
Driskill Holiday Teas:
Enjoy a beautiful Victorian Afternoon Teas for the holiday season. Book here!
Driskill’s Cookies for Caring:
December 15th from 1:00-3:00 PM
Cookies for Caring continues the tradition of The Driskill’s beloved baked sales and raises funds for the Austin American-Statesman’s Season for Caring.
A Christmas Carol
November 20th: Opening Night
December 29th: Last Day
A Christmas Carol with the family at the ZACH Theatre
Ballet Austin Nutcracker
December 7th: Opening Day
December 23rd: Last Day
One of our favorite things to do during the holiday season is to catch the Nutcracker at Ballet Austin. It’s such an amazing production it’s a must to go see!
Elf Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse
Head over to Alamo Drafthouse for the Elf Movie Party, shout our your favorite lines, sing-along with songs with fellow fans.
Miracle Christmas Pop-Up Bar
November 25th: Opening day
December 29th: Last day
Two Locations:
The Eleanor
307 West 5th Street
Nickel City
1133 East 11th Street
For 21 & over, the very popular holiday pop-up bar Miracle is returning to Austin! Enjoy festive cocktails and decor feeling like you in a holiday wonderland.