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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-2pm  
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    Butler Park

  • 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
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    Armadillo Christmas Bazaar

    This vibrant and immersive fine art and music festival has stood the test of time as Austin’s premier destination for high-quality art, live music, and artisan gifts for the holiday season, now in its 48th year. Three dozen musical artists are scheduled to perform, and almost 200 artists will have goods on display.
    Dec. 15-23, 11am-9:30pm  
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    Palmer Events Center

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      Austin Trail of Lights

      Austin's beloved tradition returns for its 59th year, featuring more than 2 million lights illuminating the park, 90 lighted holiday trees, and more than 70 other holiday displays and lighted tunnels.
      Dec. 8-23  
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      Zilker Park

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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.
      Nov. 17-Dec. 24. Free entry.  
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      Blue Genie Art Bazaar

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      Maywald Family Lights Display

      See a stunning light display and bring a donation for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, for which the Maywalds raised over $80,000 last year. New this year: a gift shop offering hot chocolate, mugs, shirts, Christmas ornaments, and more.
      Nov. 23-Dec. 28, 6-10pm. Donations for Make-a-Wish encouraged.  
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      10505 Twilight Vista
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      Affordable Care Act Help

      Now's the time to sign up for Affordable Care Act health coverage! Open enrollment runs through Jan. 15, 2024, and the city has gathered a ton of helpful resources to help you sort out options. Go online to learn more or call 800/318-2596.
      Through Jan. 15, 2024  
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      Bee Cave on Ice

      Strap on your skates and hit the ice at the rink in Hill Country Galleria's Central Plaza.
      Nov. 10-Jan. 15. $15.  
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      Hill Country Galleria

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      Cistern Illuminated

      Experience this limited-edition, site-specific art piece of light and sound in the former underground water reservoir.
      Sat., Nov. 25-Sun., Jan. 7
      Houston

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      Donate Blood, See a Movie

      We Are Blood and Alamo Drafthouse team up to reward blood donors with passes for a free movie.
      Dec. 15-24  
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      We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives

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      Fill a Holiday Table

      Central Texas Food Bank always welcomes donations, but now is a great time to chip in because thanks to community partners Beaumont Foundation and Methodist Healthcare Ministries, every dollar donated through Dec. 31 is doubled (up to $400,000).
      Through Dec. 31
      Central Texas Food Bank

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      Free Monday Tango

      A delightful night of dance starts with an intro to authentic Argentine tango (no experience or partner needed) with Gustavo Simplis, and continues with two hours of social dancing with DJ G.
      Mondays, 6:30-10pm  
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      Halcyon Mueller

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      Free Vaccine Clinics

      Help limit the spread of nasty viruses as holiday travel ramps up. Find a list of free vaccine clinics and other health info on the city's site.
      Ongoing
      Various locations

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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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      Holiday Puppuccinos at Alfred Coffee

      Alfred Coffee at the Line hotel has partnered with Oakland-based sustainable dog nutrition company Petaluma to raise money for the Beagle Freedom Project this holiday season. Treat your pup to a dairy-free whipped cream puppuccino topped with a Petaluma sweet potato jerky garnish, and all proceeds will benefit the nonprofit. Plus, while supplies last, your doggo will get a limited-edition bandanna.
      Dec. 1-31. Free.  
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      Alfred Coffee, 111 E. Cesar Chavez

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      Ice Rodeo

      Skate beneath the stars and overlooking Lady Bird Lake at an outdoor ice rink with outdoor dining cabins, pop-up lounges, immersive holiday decor, extravagant art installations, and more.
      Nov. 18-Jan. 7  
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      Four Seasons Hotel

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      Inspired Minds Holiday Bazaar

      Get your holiday shopping started from a selection of uniquely local handmade gifts.
      Select dates Fri., Nov. 17-Sat., Dec. 23; get details online
      Buda

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      KMFA's 12 Days of Giveaways

      The classical radio station partners with a host of local arts organizations to give lucky listeners tickets to upcoming shows, including Austin Opera's Carmen, Texas Performing Arts and Broadway in Austin's Wicked, and lots more.
      Dec. 13-24  
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      Longhorn Lights

      UT-Austin introduces a new tradition by illuminating 24 heritage oak trees with burnt orange and white lights coordinated with tunes from the Longhorn Band.
      Nov. 29-Jan. 1, 5-10pm. Free.
      The Drag (Guadalupe Street between 21st & 24th streets)

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      Miracle on Fifth Street

      It began in NYC and it continues here, there, and everywhere festive. Bring your partyingest buds and babes to this long-running Christmas-themed cocktail pop-up with wall-to-wall decor, multiple bars, and plenty of spirits – right in the tinsely heart of Downtown Austin. Best bet for whiskey lovers at the nightly holiday hullabaloo: the Snowball Old Fashioned.
      Through Dec. 27  
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      The Eleanor

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      Moxy Astrology Cocktail Series: Sagittarius’ Ring of Fire

      Sagittarians, celebrate yourselves with a special fiery cocktail blending rum, bitters, vanilla, and cinnamon, and take home an affirmation card.
      Through Dec. 21. Free.
      Bar Moxy, 2552 Guadalupe

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      Mozart's Holiday Light Show

      Savor some treats with hot cocoa or coffee and take in the gorgeous lakeside light show paired with music.
      Through Jan. 6. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day  
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      Mozart's Coffee Roasters

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      Music Open Mic

      Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.
      Mondays, 8-10pm  
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      Buzz Mill

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      Peppermint Parkway

      A drive-thru holiday spectacular with a mile of holiday displays, millions of lights, dancing characters, and a plaza with food, rides, activities, and more.
      Through Dec. 30
      Circuit of the Americas

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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.
      Ongoing  
      register here
      Virtual

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      Snow Much Fun at Edge Rooftop

      Sip festive cocktails, roast s'mores, and listen to live music while surrounded by twinkling lights and enjoying snowfall on the hour, every hour.
      Through Dec. 25. Free.  
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      Edge Rooftop Bar at JW Marriott, 110 E. Second

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      Sports

      Texas State Men's Basketball

      Vs. LeTourneau.
      Mon., Dec. 18, 7pm  
      info & schedule
      Strahan Arena at the University Events Center, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos

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      Upstairs at Caroline's Naughty or Nice

      A holiday-themed pop-up activation with festive decor and seasonal drinks.
      Dec. 1-31. Free.  
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      Upstairs at Caroline

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      Volunteer With CTFB

      Central Texas Food Bank runs on volunteers and donations, and it's fairly easy to sign up for a shift. Virtual food drives are also a great way to help out.
      Ongoing  
      volunteer FAQ & Signup
      Central Texas Food Bank

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      Volunteer With Meals on Wheels Central Texas

      The season of giving is a great time to get involved with Meals on Wheels, which makes a huge difference to the homebound older adults served by the org. Volunteers deliver more than a meal; they also bring warm smiles and much-needed safety checks. Apply online and get signed up for a Zoom training to get started.
      Ongoing  
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      Yule at Azul

      Take in the scenery from the highest rooftop bar in town and enjoy festive drinks and decor. Daily holiday happy hours (3-5pm) include $5 holiday frozens, $5 house wines, and $5 drafts.
      Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Free.  
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      Azul Rooftop Pool & Lounge at Westin
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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.  
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      Various locations
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