Join Austin Water for a guided hike on Austin Water Wildlands – conservation lands that benefit people, water, and wildlife. From family-friendly walks through woodlands in west Austin to cross-country treks through grassland savanna in Buda – they host a variety of free hikes in and around Austin each month.
Come watch the choo-choos in this holiday display and inspire the next generation to keep this historic hobby alive and well. You might even be allowed to sit behind the controls if you're kind enough to the tip jar.
Wed.-Sun., through Dec. 31 (except holidays), noon-5pm. Donations appreciated.
The Domain will be all decked out in holiday regalia with carolers (Fri.-Sat., 12-2pm and 5-7pm), carriage rides (Fri.-Sat., 6-9pm), and a performance from Hayden Vitera, Ben Cina, and the Tyler Brunner Duo 3pm Sunday.
With all the bragging, it was bound to happen. Houston challenges Austin barbecue joints to the ultimate taste-off. Tickets are going fast and when they're gone there won’t be any more until next year.
Those mostly-queer queer sketch comics are back for a whole new revue: Queer & Now. Expect social commentary, giggles, and glitter. Written and performed by: Nichole Bennett, Laura de la Fuente, Jake Garrison, Mason Kerwick, Katie Stone, Javier Ungo, and Luke Wallens.
Put yer PJs (keep it street legal people) on and don those fuzzy slippers for a night of throwback beats from DJ Alpha. Plus, the Polar Bear and Grizzlies softball teams will be selling throwback Jello shots and raffling prizes!
Follow the evolution of the gaming industry from the Seventies to the present day with a focus on the local scene from Richard Garriott's Ultima series to John Romero's Doom to the developers making waves on today's gaming platforms.
Daily through March 18, 2018. Museum admission: $13 ($9, kids).
Cards, jewelry, prints, ornaments, fine art, knitted items, CDs, glass, and more all from Texas artists. Artists get 70% of sales and VSA Texas gets 30%.
Santa will be making a stop next to Amy's Ice Creams at the Arboretum to take note of all the good boys and girls Christmas lists and pose for that special holiday pic.
Saturday and Sundays through Dec. 23, 1-5pm. Free.
Foundation Communities can help you navigate the ACA health insurance marketplace to find the plan that works best for you. Hours vary by day and location; see website for details.