Sip & Shop @ Jacoby’s

Jacoby’s Mercantile is here to help make holiday shopping a little bit easier. The east side retail destination will be hosting a Sip & Shop every Tuesday from 5:00-7:00 PM leading up to the holidays, starting December 1 and ending on December 22. Attendees will be able to peruse the Mercantile’s carefully curated vintage and […]

The Driskill Holiday Tree Lighting

  The Driskill’s holiday festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, with the annual lighting of The Driskill tree followed by a performance of holiday carols by a quartet of singers from Austin Opera. Austin’s Arundel Ensemble String Quartet will play holiday music throughout the evening, and festive holiday cocktails and treats will […]

Elf Pub Run + Screening

ELF Pub Run + Screening benefitting Austin Pets Alive! and the Paramount and Stateside Theatres Pub Run @ 6pm | Film @ 7:45pm Stateside at the Paramount Pub Run + Screening – $20 (includes preservation fee) Ticket includes film and pub run admission, complimentary pints of locally-brewed beer and a special gift. General Movie Admission – $10 (includes preservation fee) […]

$20

Christmas Light Display benefitting Make-A-Wish

21 years ago the Harlien Family started a tradition sharing the joy of Christmas by decorating their house in full on Christmas garb. They are excited to share their 21st year of decorating their home and want to do something special to make a difference for others. Last year, they raised $23,000 for Make-A-Wish and […]

Gingerbread House Competition

Calling all gingerbread house builders! Submit your “Winter Wonderland” themed creations to compete for fabulous prizes from resort stays to prize checks. Or simply join us in competition night for delicious desserts, holiday carols and a tree lighting to remember. The awards ceremony will take place at 7:30 p.m. followed by the tree lighting at […]

The Polar Express at the Stateside at the Paramount

The Paramount Theatre is excited to announce the return of a beloved Austin tradition: the annual Paramount Holiday Film Series. The holiday film series is full of festive events and screenings, many of which in glorious 35mm, to celebrate the 100 years of holidays at the Paramount. The Theatre will be bursting with holiday decor […]

$6 – $11

Jacoby’s Festivus

The holiday season is here and that means family, friends and giving back. In the spirit of the season, Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile is hosting their first ever Jacoby’s Festivus, a holiday party for everyone on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015. Starting at 6 p.m. the Jacoby’s team will be offering fresh-baked cookies and hot chocolate […]

Jacoby’s Festivus

WHO: The festive team at Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile WHAT: The holiday season is here and that means family, friends and giving back. In the spirit of the season, Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile is hosting their first ever Jacoby’s Festivus, a holiday party for everyone. Starting at 6 p.m. the Jacoby’s team will be offering […]

Opal Divine’s Whisky Festival

For the 13th year, Opal Divine's Whisky Festival will give Austinites an opportunity to sample some of the finest whiskies of Scotland and the British Isles while giving back to Austin families. Opal's 13th Annual Whisky Festival will have more than 80 single-malt whiskies available to try, including new and rare offerings from The Macallan, […]

$50

Lights of Love 5K & Family Fun Run

Set against a backdrop of twinkling lights, the 8th Annual Lights of Love 5K and Family Fun Run kicks off the holiday season. The fun begins in the Mueller Hanger with holiday festivities for everyone -- family, friends, organizations, schools and even four-legged friends. Strollers, walkers, joggers and runners don their best holiday outfits and […]

$35

LaV’s Inaugural Christmas Tree Lighting

On Saturday December 5thfrom 4-7PM  laV will host its inaugural Christmas Tree Lighting in Jardins de laV. The event is free, open to the public and family friendly. Treats for purchase will be served from the Say laV food trailer and hot chocolate and cider will be available for the kids. Hot toddies, mulled wine and spike cider will be available for purchase […]

Holiday Sing-Along and Downtown Stroll

Event Name: Holiday Sing-Along and Downtown Stroll When: Saturday, December 5th, 2015 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Where: Downtown Austin (Congress Avenue) Type of Event: Family/Kids, Holiday, Music Cost: FREE Description: Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 5 and plan to start the holidays off right in downtown Austin at the annual Holiday Sing Along and Downtown Stroll! All events […]

Free