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  • The Amazing Acro-Cats: Keep It Weird in Austin!

    The Acro-Cats tour supports Rock Cats Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Rock Cats Rescue is focused on saving cats "One Click at a Time" through cat welfare, rescue, and adoption. The Acro-Cats show promotes the importance of bonding and training cats with positive reinforcement, while also finding homes for rescued cats.
    Apr. 24-May 5  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts

  • BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration

    Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).
    Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pm  
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    BookSpring
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    "Georgia O’Keeffe, Photographer"

    Known for her paintings and married to a famous photographer, this is the first exhibition that explores: O’Keeffe’s connection to photography.
    Sun., Oct. 17-Jan. 23, 2022  
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    Museum Fine Arts, Houston

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    'Tis the Season Holiday Market & Craft Fair

    Shop from over 25 vendors spread out on 5 acres, plus food, prizes, and entertaining music.
    Sat.-Sun., Dec. 11-12. Free.  
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    Austin Craft Lounge, 12919 Nutty Brown Rd.

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    A Very Merry Christmas

    Celebrate the season with music from Tu, Luke Bellet, and others, plus drinks, hot chocolate from Creature Coffee, and a night of Christmas joy.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 7-11pm. $35.  
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    Peached Social House

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    Kids

    All-Ages Virtual Storytime

    Featuring stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and other extension activities. Registration required.
    Saturdays, 10:30am  
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    Virtual

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    Art à la Carte: Gingerbread

    In what promises to be a super-creative and fun evening, construct gingerbread houses inspired by nostalgic holiday TV episodes. Recipes and a supply list are available on the Dougherty Art Center's event page so you'll be ready to create with everyone at the virtual decorating party.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 4pm  
    info & registration
    Online

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    Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run

    Strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume to raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 3-7pm. $30-45.  
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    Landa Park, 164 Landa Park Dr., New Braunfels

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    ATX+Egypt Fashion Pop-Up Store

    Featuring clothing, jewelry, bags, leather goods, and more by Austin and Egyptian fashion designers participating in the ATX+EGYPT Entrepreneurship Program.
    Through Dec. 20. Sun., noon-5pm; Mon.-Sat., 11am-7pm  
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    225 W. Second

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    Austin Bouldering Project Opening Party

    Celebrate the opening of ABP Westgate with free climbing from 8am-noon, a friendly comp from 2-6pm, and a drag show at 7pm, plus food, beers, and music.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 8am-10pm  
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    4477 S. Lamar

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    Austin FC Holiday Merch

    Find the perfect gifts for soccer fans and celebrate Austin's MLS team's first season with ornaments, stockings, apparel, pet supplies, and pretty much anything else you can think of with the Verde logo in green & black.
    Ongoing  
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    Online or at Verde Store: 506 Congress or 10414 McKalla Place

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    Austin Flea

    Two chances to catch Austin Flea's market of unique goods this weekend: Saturday at Quack's and Sunday at ABGB.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 10am-4pm. Sun., Dec. 12, noon-5pm.  
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    Captain Quack's, 5326 Menchaca Rd.; ABGB, 1305 W. Oltorf

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    Austin ISD High School Fair

    Learn about AISD’s programming in advanced academics, career and technical education, early college, and fine arts.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 9am-noon. Free.  
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    Eastside Early College High School, 900 Thompson

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    Austin Pets Alive! Store

    Austin Pets Alive! has some adorable items in the online shop and proceeds benefit animals in need. Find ornaments, toys, collars, cards, and more for any animal-lover on your list.
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    Austin Trail of Lights

    The drive-through format for the trail means the fam can take in the magic of the beautiful light displays while you play holiday tunes and enjoy Christmas cookies.
    Select dates through Dec. 31  
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    Zilker Park

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    Bloom Market: Winter Solstice

    Support queer- and woman-owned businesses at a magical market.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 1-6pm. Free.  
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    Joy Organics

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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar

    Austin's fave shopping destination for the holidays is the place to find unique jewelry, art, home goods, and gifts with oodles of Austin flair.
    Through Dec. 23, 10am-10pm; Dec. 24, 10am-6pm. Free entry.  
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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar

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    Casa Marianella Seeks Donations

    They're open 9am-10pm daily (1-10pm Wednesdays) to receive monetary and other donations for its shelter and service center for immigrants and asylum seekers.
    Nov. 29-Jan. 1  
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    Casa Marianella

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    Christmas Artisan Mercado

    Find handcrafted Latino art, jewelry, clothing, and crafts for everyone on your list.
    Through Sat., Dec. 11  
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    La Peña

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    Christmas Bar Crawl

    Dress up and bring a toy for the Toys for Tots drive, then crawl along West Sixth to get specials at each location. If you can hang until 10, that's when the afterparty begins!
    Sat., Dec. 11, 4pm. $15.  
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    Parlor & Yard

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    Out of Town

    Christmas on the Creek

    Stroll down Candy Cane Lane and then enjoy hot chocolate, a visit with Santa, and a snow machine.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 5-8pm  
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    Lampasas

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    Christmas on the Square

    There will be music, vendors, a lighted parade, a snow slide, and two snow areas to play in.
    Sat., Dec. 11, noon-8pm  
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    Burnet

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    Kids

    Crafting With Nature

    Bring kids ages 4-10 to make crafts out of the natural beauty of Texas after a nature discovery hike.
    Sat., Feb. 5, 10am  
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    Pioneer Farms

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    Decondition Your Programming With Human Design

    This class will take you into the most essential components of your Human Design to unlock the secrets to deconditioning your programming and allowing your life purpose to unfold.
    Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, 1:30pm. $22.  
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    3rd Eye Meditation Lounge

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    Donate Blood to Win Prizes

    Blood donations are especially needed around the holidays, so We Are Blood is offering a prize drawing with very special gifts for three lucky donors: a Playstation 5, an Ooni pizza oven, or an Apple Watch 7. Schedule an appointment online or by calling 512/206-1266.
    Nov. 30-Dec. 31  
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    We Are Blood donor centers

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    Dude Perfect: That's Happy Tour 2022

    The YouTube sensations bring an action-packed live show to the stage, offering their trademark combo of comedy, sports, stunning trick shots, and stunts.
    Sat., July 30, 7pm; tickets available now. $29+.  
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    Moody Center

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    Embroidered Ornaments Class

    Work with felt, fabric, and thread to create unique gifts and decor.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 2-4pm. $25.  
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    Austin Creative Reuse

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    Escape the Box

    Explore the hidden side of Austin with Escape the Box's time-travel-themed escape game and scavenger hunt adventure, which starts with a live intro and sends your group off to explore using a box full of clues and guides, including a playlist, photo challenges, a cipher wheel, map, and more. Call 512/779-9844 to book.
    Saturdays, 1:30pm. $15-35/person.  
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    Locations vary

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    Folk Fest

    Wander the grounds to get a sense of history and then participate in heritage craft demonstrations.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 10am-4pm  
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    New Braunfels

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    Georgetown Square Lights

    The "Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas" is merry and bright for the season, lit with tens of thousands of bulbs. Shop the square for a perfect gift and warm up with some hot cocoa as you take in the sights.
    Through Jan. 1. Free.  
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    Georgetown Courthouse Square

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    Hill Country Holiday Bazaar

    A unique gift shopping experience with food, beverages, live music.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 9am-2pm. Free.  
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    Caliterra, 505 Wynnpage Dr., Dripping Springs

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    Holiday in the Hills Light Trail

    Experience the beauty of the Texas Hill Country infused with sparkling lights and holiday cheer, then end your walk down the trail with a family-friendly game of glow-in-the-dark miniature golf at Santa's Magical Toy Shop.
    Through Jan. 3, 5-9pm. Free.  
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    Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

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    Holiday Model Train Exhibit

    Austin Tinplate Trackers put on an exhibit twice as large as the last one, found at Kalahari's Tom Foolerys Adventure Park & Arcade, offering tons of family fun!
    Through Jan. 1. Wed.-Sun., 2-7pm  
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    Kalahari Resort, 3001 Kalahari Blvd.

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    Out of Town

    Holiday Museum Market

    Shop for unique gifts and meet local artisans.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 5-9pm  
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    San Antonio

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    Ice Skating at Dreamland

    Don't miss your chance to skate! The rink will close soon.
    Through Jan. 4  
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    Dreamland Dripping Springs

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    INSP!RED Nights of Lights

    Take in the magic of a mile-long walking trail of lights, enjoy hot chocolate around the fire pit, and feel good about contributing toys for Blue and Brown Santa of Williamson County.
    Thu.-Sun., Dec. 16-19. Free with a new, unwrapped toy.  
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    221 Buck Bend, Georgetown

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    Insurance Enrollment Holiday Event

    Join Friday and Kind Health to get health insurance, win prizes, and have kids and pets take pictures with Santa.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 10am-2pm. Free.  
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    Kind House, 13513 Camp Comfort Ln.

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    Jen's Gentle Yoga

    A class suitable for all levels, even beginners. Ends with meditation and deep relaxation.
    Second Saturdays, 9am
    Pioneer Farms

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    Jet's Pizza Toy Drive

    Bring toy donations for nonprofit Partnerships for Children and get a free small pizza.
    Through Dec. 22. Free.  
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    Jet’s Pizza: 3003 S. Lamar, 8900 S. Congress, 9001 Brodie

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    Journey Through Breath & FreeFlow Breath Breathwork

    Breathwork reduces stress, improves physical states in the body, and provides emotional release and trauma integration.
    Saturdays, 5pm. $22.  
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    3rd Eye Meditation Lounge

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    Kinda Tropical Pop-Up Market

    Delish food & drinks from KT and plenty of vintage vendors.
    Sat., Dec. 11, noon-6pm. Free.  
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    Kinda Tropical

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    La Grange Trail of Lights

    Stroll around the grounds of the historic site while enjoying entertainment, refreshments, family activities, and visits with Santa.
    Dec. 17-23, 5:30-8pm. $3-7.  
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    La Grange

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    Last Stand SoCo Holiday 5K

    Sprint (or walk) into the holidays with a 5K fun run and great local beer, plus prizes, games, and more.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 11am. $30.  
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    Last Stand Brewing Company

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    Lifted512 Launch Party

    Celebrate the official launch of Lifted512, a community based nonprofit collective, by joining the clothing drive for Arms of Hope and enjoying music and visual performances by local artists.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 5-10pm. Free.  
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    Dub Academy, 906 E. Fifth

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    Lightscape

    The mile-long walking trail of lights creates an enchanted garden of monumental light displays.
    Through Jan. 2. $18-25.  
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    San Antonio

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    Lone Star Nursery Open House

    There will be a raffle, live music, Circle Brewery beer, face painting for kids, and plenty of plants for sale, many at 40% off.
    Sat.-Sun., Dec. 11-12, 9am-5pm. Free.  
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    Lone Star Nursery, 20401 Trappers Trail, Manor

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    Love Weld Pop-Up

    Love Weld, a local brand offering custom welded jewelry, will be popping up in the SCH lobby bar for holiday shopping.
    Sat., Oct. 23  
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    South Congress Hotel

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    Love Where You Live Day

    Keep Austin Beautiful developed this event to invite Austinites to beautify the areas around their homes and neighborhoods. Pick up some litter, weed a garden bed, or rake some leaves; it’s up to you! Check out the website for details on cleanup kit registration and social media giveaways.
    Second Saturdays, 9-11am  
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    Citywide

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    Luminations

    Enjoy the natural wonder of winter in the beautiful Texas Arboretum. Featuring thousands of luminarias, seasonal food and drink, and the light-splashed forts of Fortlandia.
    Select dates through Jan. 30  
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    Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

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    Maggie's Holiday Market

    An open-air market featuring local vendors, with tunes from DJ Sensitive Soul Powers. Drinks and snacks will be available to purchase from Summer House on Music Lane.
    Sat., Dec. 11, noon-5pm. Free.  
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    Hotel Magdalena, 1101 Music Ln.

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    Meditation and Yoga

    Meet Monadic Connection by the volleyball courts for open discussion, meditation, and yoga. All levels welcome, and dog-friendly.
    Every other Saturday, noon (weather permitting). Donations appreciated.  
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    Zilker Park

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    Miracle on Fifth Street

    Austin's fave Christmas cocktail pop-up is back with a dizzying menu of creative concoctions. Grab a Dasher Pass to skip the outside line, and to-go orders can be taken online. A portion of proceeds from to-go sales will go to Austin Pets Alive! and the Austin Children's Shelter.
    Nov. 19-Dec. 28  
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    The Eleanor

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    Morning Kundalini

    Classes incorporate powerful breathwork practices, movement, mantra chanting, and a closing 7-11 minute meditation. Beginners are always welcome.
    Saturdays, 10am. $22.  
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    3rd Eye Meditation Lounge

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    Musical Advent Calendar

    Alex Coke (flutes, saxophone) and Elaine Barber (harp) offer you a musical calendar to mark the days of Advent, with a new song via mp3 each day covering various styles.
    Dec. 1-24. $25.  
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    Online

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    Mutiny Holiday Market

    Enjoy live music along with shopping handmade and vintage goods.
    Sat., Dec. 11, noon-5pm. Free.  
    event page
    Hotel Vegas & Volstead, 1500 E. Sixth

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    No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology

    Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.
    April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm  
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    Museum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria

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    One Million Stars Project

    Local artist Melissa Knight invites community participation for her project One Million Stars. Learn to weave beautiful stars that are symbols of light, hope, courage, and solidarity for violence-free communities and will be part of a stunning display.
    Austin Creative Reuse: 2005 Wheless, Sat., Dec. 11, 1pm. Central Library: 710 W. Cesar Chavez, Thu., Dec. 16, noon  
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    Central Library, Austin Creative Reuse

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    P. Terry's Giving Back Day

    Profits from all purchases at P. Terry's will go to Season for Caring, a nonprofit supporting needy families in Central Texas with housing, food, medical care, and more.
    Sat., Dec. 11  
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    All P. Terry's locations

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    Polish Christmas Party & Market

    Sample Polish food by Apolonia Catering and Ziggy’s Kiełbasa House along with hot beverages, decorate ornaments, check out the silent auction, sing carols, and shop the market. Plus, Santa will visit at 3pm; RSVP to w.helenka@gmail.com with the number of children coming.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 2-6pm. Free.  
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    Park Pavillion, 8820 Big View Dr.

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    Santa Soiree

    A weekend filled with fun activities for the kids, parents, friends, family, and four-legged friends, all to benefit Helping Hands of Dripping Springs. Bring nonperishable food for the pantry or new toys, clothing, and toiletries, and enjoy drink specials, candy cane hunts, photos with Santa, crafting tables, and lots more.
    Sat.-Sun., Dec. 18-19, noon-8pm  
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    Twisted X Brewing Company

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    Santa's Jingle Bell Run 5K & Kids K

    A run through downtown San Marcos with lovely holiday music to entertain along the way.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 9am. $15.  
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    San Marcos

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    Second Saturdays Are for Families: Mold Making

    If you've ever wondered how Laguna Gloria's giant works were made, sign up for this activity to re-create the process with objects in your own home.
    Sat., Dec. 11  
    info
    Online

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    Snow Day

    Everybody has the day off to play in the mounds of fresh snow in Badu Park.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 1-9pm  
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    Llano

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    Starry Starry Nights

    Walk through the lighting displays in Badu Park along the Llano River for a new Christmas memory.
    Through Dec. 31  
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    Llano

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    Stronger Austin Virtual Classes

    Stronger Austin offers a wide variety of free virtual fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba, and you're bound to find one that fits your schedule amongst their daily offerings.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    schedule
    Online via Zoom

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    Texas Stars

    Vs. Chicago Wolves.
    Thu. & Sat., Dec. 9 & 11, 7pm; Sun., Dec. 12, 5pm  
    tickets & schedule
    H-E-B Center at Cedar Park

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    The Front Market Holiday Series

    An outdoor market with a new lineup of 30+ vendors each weekend, with rotating brunch menus and DJ sets to boot. Weekend one's theme is Art Date, with a lovely lineup of women and queer artists. Weekend two is Sustain Local in honor of National Small Business Weekend. The third will be Cozy Season, including a tamale pop-up and holiday vendors. The final installment is Santa, Baby, and will feature decadent brunch and two days of drag.
    Saturdays & Sundays, Nov. 27-Dec. 12. By donation.  
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    Ani's Day & Night

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    The Maker's Market Holiday Edition

    Find something for that special someone at a market packed with local vendors and artisans.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 11am-4pm. Free.  
    event page
    High Noon and Long Play Lounge, 1910 & 2000 E. Cesar Chavez

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    The Man Who Wanted to Be Santa Claus

    A delightful holiday comedy play set in a small-town sheriff's office.
    Dec. 2-5 & 9-12. Thu.-Fri., 7pm; Sat.-Sun., 2pm  
    event page
    Navasota Theatre Alliance

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    Out of Town

    The Trains at NorthPark

    Benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, the longstanding tradition features the most elaborate miniature toy train exhibit in Texas, with trains rolling along 1,300 feet of track on a journey across America.
    Nov. 13-Jan. 2. $5-10.  
    get tickets
    NorthPark Center, Dallas

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    TreeGarden's Holiday Happening

    See art from several dozen local artists, enjoy lotsa live music, shop the holiday market, and more, benefiting nonprofit partner Forests for Monarchs.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 3-9pm. Free.  
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    TreeGarden

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    Trivia With Get It Gals

    "Best of Austin" winners Get It Gals are back with tons of trivia nights planned for y'all, with several based on TV programs you may have binged over the last year for some reason. Stay tuned on their socials because they are all over the place.
    Ongoing  
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    Various locations

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    University of Texas Volleyball

    NCAA Regionals. UT plays Washington Thursday at 6:30pm, then it's Illinois vs. Nebraska at 8:30. Winners compete Saturday, 9pm.
    Thu., Dec. 9 & Sat., Dec. 11  
    info & schedule
    Gregory Gym

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    University of Texas Women's Basketball

    Vs. Idaho.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 1pm  
    info & schedule
    Frank Erwin Center - closed

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    Unlearning Circle

    Join Undoing White Supremacy Austin for a discussion about tensions experienced by people identifying as white in racial justice work.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 10am  
    register
    Online

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    Winter Bazaar & Emporium

    Find unique gifts at the market featuring local female artisan vendors, plus receive tarot or Akashic record readings, mini reiki sessions, and chair massage. Rockwell Harrison provides live music, and there's a silent auction and complimentary wine and antipasto.
    Sat., Dec. 11, 5-9pm. Free.  
    info
    3307-B Hancock
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