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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park -
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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 5Long Center for the Performing Arts
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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Nothing says holidays in Austin like scouring aisles and aisles of local art, crafts, and – thank God – beer. All while surrounded by tunes from one of many musical acts performing this year.Dec. 14-24, 11am-10pm. $8, free for children 12 and under. -
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Tinplate Trackers Train Club
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. -
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ToyBOX: Toys for Tots
Chique Fil-Atio turning that jeer to cheer with a fab lineup (including Honey St. Claire, Holli Lolli, and Caleb De Casper) and toy drive. Bring something shiny, new, and unwrapped for a kid in need, and BYOLiquor for you.Fri., Dec. 15, 9pm. $5 cover, $3 with donation. -
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Trail of Lights
You'll come for the amazing light displays (2 million lights along the 2.1 mile stroll through Zilker Park), but stay for the food trucks, live entertainment, and interactive activities. A tradition since 1965.Every day through Sat., Dec. 23, 7-10pm. Free. -
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Winter Wonderland
A new Austin holiday tradition. Millions of lights will illuminate the Circuit of the Americas track with a little bit of something for everyone: a skating rink, petting zoo, human snow globe, movies on the lawn, a tunnel of lights in addition to the Circuit of Lights track walk, a vendor village, and more.Every day through Dec. 30, 6-10pm (Fridays and Saturdays, 6-11pm). $16 (children 5 and under free).
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12 Days of Blissmas
Features a dozen events, promotions, and giveaways centered around relaxing rituals, spa-inspired gifts, and calming crafts. See website for schedule.Dec. 8-19. Price varies.Four Seasons Hotel Austin -
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ATX Vegans Prom: Snow Ball
Get flashback fancy for ATX Vegans' first ever prom. They're calling for Fabergé, Farrah Fawcett Spray, and fingerless gloves. Fun and fab, plus donations go to Central Texas Pig Rescue. 18 and up welcome.Fri., Dec. 15, 8pm-12mid. $15 suggested donation, $25 VIP ticket. -
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BNK With Ethan & Jeff and Holy Sweater
Snuggle up with some bevvies by the heaters and enjoy an evening of queer music.Fri., Dec. 15, 6-10pm -
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Christmas Bird Counts
Join in the annual census of our avian friends. Many events are kid- and beginner-friendly as birders fan out across Texas and the Western Hemisphere in the largest citizen science project in the world.Thu., Dec. 14-Fri., Jan. 5Various locations -
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City of Austin/AISD Board of Trustees/Travis County Commissioners Court Joint Committee – Regular Meeting
Items on the agenda include a report on juvenile curfew, updates on CodeNEXT, Parent Support Specialists, and affordable housing.Fri., Dec. 15, 11:30am -
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Eastside Holiday Market
Drop on by for some holiday cheer and last-minute gift-buying at this pop-up marketplace. Local makers, local food, local music ... there's a little something for everyone.Fri., Dec. 15, 6-10pm. Free.Revelry, 908 E. Fifth #106 -
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Fierce Fridays: Death Drop Gorgeous
Dance 'til you drop. A night of non-stop, go-go-go dance drag.Third Fridays, 9pm-2am. Free. -
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Ice Cream for Blood
We're not implying that Amy Simmons is a secret vampire or anything like that, but everyone who donates at a We Are Blood location or mobile drive in December will receive a voucher for a free pint of Amy’s Ice Creams. Suggestion: Get you a taste of that cold, creamy, public good!Through Dec. 31 -
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Modo Mio Vintage Barware and Holiday Bling Pop Up
If you're in the market for vintage barware and vintage holiday bling to decorate your house this holiday season they've got you covered. Plus eggnog specials!Fri., Dec. 15, 6pm. Free. -
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Pong to Pokémon: The Evolution of Electronic Gaming
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). -
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Slow Poke's Brisket Shack Holiday Party
Photos with Santa in a hot rod, an ugly sweater contest, a cake walk, crafts for kids and hot cocoa, brisket, BBQ, and beer. A portion of the proceeds will benefit SAFE Austin.Fri., Dec. 15, 6-11pm. Free. -
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Solar Austin Holiday Party
H-E-B will be honored for their Hurricane Harvey relief work and extensive adoption and support of solar energy. Tickets include a drink, appetizers, and live music from Jenny Parrott.Fri., Dec. 15, 7-10pm. $15, $25, $30.Friends & Allies Brewing Company, 979 Springdale -
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The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
C.S. Lewis' classic fantasy of good vs. evil in the mystical land of Narnia. For kids 5 and up.Sept. 14-Feb. 10. Tickets start at $16. -
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Visit With Santa
Bring the kids and the pets and get up close with the big guy. Activities are planned for the kids and wine for the moms will be served outside on the terrace while waiting your turn.Thu.-Sun., through Dec. 24, 12-8pm. Free or purchase photo package.Anderson Terrace Event Venue, 11505 Anderson Mill Rd -
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VSA Texas Holiday Art and Gift Show
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%.Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm, through Dec. 23. Free.AGE Building, Room 101, 3707 Home Ln. -
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Wild West Victorian Fest
Enter a magical world where fantasy lives through characters performing Western, Victorian, and Steampunk themed entertainment along with games, food, arts & crafts, dance, and special demos.Fri.-Sun., Dec. 15-17Kerrville -
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ZIp Into the Holidays
An adventurous Austin zip line tour for you and your family, friends, and colleagues featuring six side-by-side zip lines soaring through the Lost Pines.Fridays through Dec. 22, 5-7pm. $50.Zip Lost Pines, 1760 Hwy. 71 W., Cedar Creek
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Be a Giver, Raise a Tito’s
Text “TITOSHOLIDAY” to 81181, select the charity of your choice – such as ASPCA and Operation Homefront, and Tito’s will donate $1 for every text received (up to $150,000). No vodka necessary.Now through Jan. 3 -
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City of Austin Announces New Public Art Opportunity for Colony Park District Park
Professional visual artists are invited to apply to create a permanent public artwork for Colony Park.Deadline Jan. 4 -
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Open Enrollment for Marketplace Insurance (Obamacare)
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.Through Dec. 15.. Free.Locations vary, see website -
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PFLAG Austin Deidre Furr Essay Prize for LGBTQ Students
Calling all Central Texas (queer/trans/gender diverse) high schoolers. PFLAG's essay contest returns! Write 500 to 1,000 words on: What challenges LGBTQ+ high school students face in romantic relationships. First place takes $500 cash (second = $200, third = $100).Submissions due March 1 -
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Proposed Cemetery Rules Open to Public Comment
The final draft of Austin's proposed new cemetery rules has been posted on the City Clerk's website for public feedback. Email comments to D’Anne Williams.Open through Fri., Jan. 12.
