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ICMCA presents Sarod and Flute legends - Basant Kabra and Nityanand Haldipur
Join ICMCA for a tribute to the musical legacy of the legendary Annapurna Devi. This special concert features 2 of her most distinguished disciples: Basant Kabra on the sarod and Nityanand Haldipur on the flute - traveling from India for an exclusive performance, presented only by ICMCA. Accompanied by Abhijit Banerjee and Gourisankar on the Tabla.Sat. June 7, 5pmUnity Church of the Hills
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Beginner Boxing Workshop for the Trans Community
Austin Women’s Boxing Club and instructor Lu Villarreal invite those in the trans, intersex, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming communities to get the boxing basics in an affirming space.Sun., Dec. 15 -
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Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
Naughty or nice? Choose your path as you wend your way through the snowy, spooky winter wonderland that settles on Austin’s favorite haunted attraction this season. Treats and terrors galore await within these terrifying walls, and if you can survive your encounters with evil elves, scary Santa, and good ol’ Krampus himself, then maybe you’ll make it to the haunted selfie museum for a Christmas photo you’ll never forget. – Richard WhittakerDec. 13-15 -
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The Art of Gifting Art
Girl, how many more times am I gonna have to convince y’all to go shopping? This one’s not even that hard of a sell: Women & nonbinary art collective atxGALS throws a big ol’ market featuring over 200 different original works from local women artists, with thousands of prints also on offer. Whether you’re buying for your aunt who loves the avant-garde or your landlord who adores a landscape, there’s a little art here for everyone. – James ScottSun., Dec. 15
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60th Annual Trail of Lights
Kicking off this Tuesday is a tradition Austinites always “light up” for. See dazzling electric light displays alongside loved ones – or maybe a person you’re trying to buddy up to so you can betray them later? Your choice, TBH. In addition to their illuminated offerings, the Trail of Lights Foundation and sponsor H-E-B also spotlight local musicians with a lineup including Tone Royal, Chief Cleopatra, Como Los Movies, and more. Attend on the free weekdays (Dec. 10-13, 16-18) or pay the weekend price ($8 for general admission, $25+ for the “platnium” tickies). Bonus: That blessed little train the Zilker Eagle will be running during special holiday hours. Toot-toot! – James ScottThrough Dec. 23 -
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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Almost 200 local artists and 30 bands converge at the 49th edition of this holiday bonanza. Jackie Venson (Dec. 14), Kelsey Wilson (Dec. 20), and Tomar & the FCs (Dec. 22) are just some of the impressive musicians performing at the event. There’s also an array of goodies primed for gifting this season – check out Illuminidol’s celebrity prayer candles for the devout Swifties and Charli XCX stans in your life. Single-day admission costs $12 while a “season” ticket covering each day of the event costs $60. Kids under 12 enter free. – Derek UdensiThrough Dec. 23 -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
This annual holiday market has been doing the unique, artisanal gift thing for long enough to have pretty much perfected it. Get in, grab the items to help check folks off your giftee list, and check out. You might want to take a business card from the booths you buy from so when the person opening your gift inevitably wants to know where you got it, you’ll be one step ahead. Online shopping and shipping is also available for folks unable to visit in person. – James RenovitchNov. 15-Dec. 24 -
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Dungeons & Dragons Night
Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.Sundays, 6pm-close -
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Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
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GoldenGaia Vendor Market + Holistic Fair
Explore a diverse selection of vendors, including artisans, psychic readers, and holistic practitioners who can help heal mind, body, and spirit.Sat.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Free. -
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Guided Breathwork & Journaling
Weekly guided breathwork sessions incorporate lunar and solar cycles, card readings, Kundalini, journaling, and more, and are led by Margaret, who has studied around the world and is a trained midwife, birth & postpartum doula, Reiki master, registered yoga teacher, and kinesiologist.Sundays, 7:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Mozart’s Holiday Light Show Cruise
Celebrate holiday lights and our city’s gorgeous aquatic environment in style at Mozart’s. Part of their yearly Lake Austin Festival of Lights, the coffeehouse offers multiple options for you to sail upon. Bundle up beneath a crystalline-style igloo with up to 10 friends, or float within the first ever electric donut boat while a captain guides you through the light displays. Or round up 22 loved ones for a full-on cruise through Lake Austin on a vessel decorated in seasonal cheer. All sailing options include complimentary hot chocolate. Cheers! – James ScottThrough Jan. 1 -
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Sand Volleyball & 5x5 Soccer Signups
Meanwhile Brewing really maximizes the use of its expansive south-side space, offering a stage, playground, and soccer field alongside its excellent taproom and food trucks. They’ve got two sports leagues gearing up to start in January, for those who want to burn a few calories with pals along with a few cold ones. Whether you’re a bump-set-spiker or a dribble-pass-kicker, you’ll find your people at one of these leagues that dangles a $200 Meanwhile gift card as a championship trophy to work toward. – Kat McNevinsThrough Dec. 19 -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual -
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The Wayward Vampire
Adventurers in parties big and small (six people being the comfortable limit) are invited to join in this newest quest at LARP legend the Tiny Minotaur. At $45 per person, the quest runs about 90 minutes with complimentary snacks and a bevvie included for all the 21-and-above aged participants. From the Minotaur themselves: “It appears the Holy Circlet has sent an ill-experienced Cleric to the Rift to investigate and they are seeking the help of some Adventurers at the Tiny Minotaur! Will you and your party be able to help your new Cleric companion return to the Holy Circlet as a Hero or will you all perish on a mission ill-fated from the start?!” – James ScottMondays, Sundays and Mon., Nov. 25 -
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Winter Wanderland
Iconic Austin Motel always does it up colorfully for the holidays, modifying their motto to “Snow Close, Yet Snow Far Out” and decking the halls with all the hues. This year they’re setting up festivities at the new Rocky’s Bar, named in honor of late motel cat Rocky, and serving festive drinks like shotskis and Mexican frozen chocolate by the fire. Extra festive events happen Thursdays through Sundays, kicking off with the tree lighting and KUTX Old-School Dance Party Dec. 5 from 6 to 9pm, and followed by sing-alongs, pop-up markets, toy drives, visits from Hunky Santa, holiday films, and more. – Kat McNevinsThrough Dec. 22
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WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations