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Downtown Holiday Stroll
Enjoy free and family-friendly events all month, and with your Downtown Passport, collecting stamps at participating businesses can get you entered in a drawing for prizes. Grand prize is a Hotel ZaZa staycation package, and others include gift cards and even a ukulele!Through Dec. 31Downtown Austin -
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Hanukkah at Agudas Achim
Congregation Agudas Achim offers a variety of fun and exciting experiences for all ages throughout the eight-day festival of lights, with virtual and in-person options. Latkes are available for pickup Nov. 29 or Dec. 3, just place the order by Nov. 24 or 28.Nov. 28-Dec. 6 -
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High Noon Talk
On Dec. 7, 1941, after serving breakfast and turning his attention to laundry services aboard USS West Virginia, the ship’s Cook Third Class Doris “Dorie” Miller heard the alarm calling sailors to battle stations. For his heroic actions that followed, Miller was later awarded the Navy Cross, the third highest naval award for combat gallantry. At this special event, hear from historian Michael Parrish, who painstakingly reconstructed Miller’s inspiring actions and offers for the first time a full biography of Miller placed in the larger context of African American service in the United States military and the beginnings of the civil rights movement.Wed., Dec. 1, noon -
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HOME Cookin' for the Holidays
Tune in for a livestream by nonprofit Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers (HOME) to see a virtual who's who of Austin musicians performing their best tunes and sharing their fave holiday recipes. The lineup is incredible, and all funds raised go toward supporting the folks who've been entertaining us for decades.Wed., Dec. 1, 7-9pm. Donations encouraged.Virtual -
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Peppermint Parkway
The holiday tradition at COTA is back and bigger than ever, with tons of fun for the family to be enjoyed from the car or at Peppermint Plaza. There's a mile of immersive displays, millions of lights, dancing elves, and race fans will enjoy taking a lap around the F1 track.Through Dec. 30
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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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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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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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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. 31We Are Blood donor centers -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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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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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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Marquise Salon Suites Toys for Tots Drop-Off
The salon celebrates its first anniversary by partnering with the Marines to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in need.Through Dec. 6. Mon., 10am-3pm; Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pmMarquise Salon Suites, 7010 Hwy. 71 W. #150 -
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Mary Kyle Hartson Ribbon Cutting
Enjoy holiday music performed by local school choirs, free activities for the children, and food vendors. The Kyle Area Youth Advisory Council will continue its fundraising tradition of selling the makings for delicious s'mores and drinks.Wed., Dec. 1, 4:30-9pm. Free.Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park, 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle -
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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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Mostlygreen Launch Giveaway
Sustainability veterans Mason Arnold and Jessica Kezar have launched a platform for the community of people trying to do right by the planet, with a website, a YouTube channel, and a podcast about sustainability. Celebrate the launch by visiting the site to learn more and enter to win prizes like a trip to Belize, a clean eating bundle, and more.Through Dec. 6Online -
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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.Online -
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Reiki Meditation
Reiki is a modality that channels life force energy through you to bring optimal health to your mind, body and spirit.Wednesdays, 3:30pm. $22. -
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SIN Night at the Collaboratory
Austin Eastciders rewards service industry professionals for their hard work with karaoke, $3 pints, and select sixers for only $5.Wednesdays, 3-10pm -
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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.OngoingVarious locations -
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TSA Recruiting Event
Begin the hiring process for the transportation security officer position, for which TSA is hiring part-time and full-time. Pay starts at $19.34 per hour, and they're offering a $1,000 signing bonus.Wed., Dec. 1, 9am-3pmOmni Austin Southpark Hotel, 4140 Governors Row -
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Wine Down Wednesdays
The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation brings local musicians to Republic Square for a free outdoor concert series.Nov. 17-Dec. 15. Every other Wednesday, 5-7pm. Free. -
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Yappy Hour
What's better than a crisp cider after a long day? Knowing $1 from each pint goes to the animals of Austin Pets Alive!Wednesdays, 5-7pm -
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Yoga Nidra
An ancient meditation practice that can deeply restore the body and mind.Wednesdays, 7pm. $22.
