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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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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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Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting
Take part in the 53rd lighting of the iconic tree. The tree is 155 feet tall and is composed of 39 streamers, each holding 81 multicolored, 25-watt bulbs for a grand total of 3,309 lights. At the top of the tree, a double star measures 10 feet from point to point. Open to the public through New Year's Day.Sun., Dec. 1, 5:30pm -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Need something Austin-y (art, jewelry, prints, clothing, etc., whatnot, and then some) for a loved one this year? Thousands of original works from more than 200 artists and artisans will help you with your gifting conundrums.Through Dec. 24, 10am-10pm (open 10am-6pm on Dec. 24). Free admission.Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport -
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Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn
Stroll through a walking path featuring more than 100 holiday light displays created by businesses, organizations, school groups, and families, and enjoy live entertainment most evenings. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.Nov. 30-Dec. 28. Sun.-Thu., 6-9pm; Fri. & Sat., 6-10pm. Free. -
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2020 HCRA Registration Launch
Join Hill Country Ride for World AIDS Day and consider registering for the 2020 ride! If you sign up, your first beer is free!Sun., Dec. 1, 4-6pm -
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2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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A Holiday Happening at the Carpenter Hotel
Ring in the holiday season, Carpenter style, at this fam-friendly celebration featuring games, drinks, snacks, a holiday market, and tunes by DJ Honky Tonk Amnesia. Enjoy cookie decorating, a cider workshop, a cranberry sauce cookoff, and s'mores before heading over to the 53rd annual Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting.Sun., Dec. 1, 2-6pm. Free. -
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Acro & Ales
Empowered Acro instructors teach techniques for beginner-friendly acroyoga poses. No experience or partner needed. Admission includes a beer token, so stick around to enjoy a brew.Sun., Dec. 1, 11am. $18. -
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Apply for Staff the Movement
Apply for this training course intended to raise the quality of Texas’ Democratic campaigns. Participants will learn how to run for office or effectively run a campaign.Application deadline: Mon., Dec. 2, 8amOnline -
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Bears & Bedtime Toy Drive
Stop by your nearest Mattress Firm to donate new, unwrapped teddy bears, stuffed animals, and other bedtime toys for foster youth in the Austin community.Through Dec. 16Austin-area Mattress Firm stores -
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Black FURiday at AAC
Austin Animal Center will be waiving adoption fees November 29 through December 1. All animals currently living at the shelter will be eligible for waived fee adoptions.Nov. 29-Dec. 1. Fri., 9am-6pm; Sat.-Sun., 11am-7pm -
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Blood Drive at Barton Creek Square Mall
Anyone who donates or attempts to donate at this blood drive hosted by We Are Blood will receive a free Alamo Drafthouse movie pass.Through Dec. 26 (see online for specific dates & times) -
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Christmas at the Farm With Santa and Live Reindeer
Photos run on a "take a number"/first come, first served system, so get there early. Other activities include pony rides, a petting zoo, a jump pad, duck races, treasure mountain, face-painting, and more.Nov. 29-Dec. 22. Sat.-Sun., 9am-6pm. $16; ages 2 & under, free. -
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City-Wide Vintage Sale
Formerly known as City-Wide Garage Sale, it's like a hundred garage, uh, we mean vintage sales in one.Nov. 30-Dec. 1. Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm. $7; ages 12 & under, free. -
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Eberly Sunset Sessions Finale
Feat. Kalu James (of Kalu & the Electric Joint) as the opener and a secret headliner to be announced the morning of this "Best of Austin" award-winning show. Benefits SIMS Foundation.Sun., Dec. 1, 6-10pm. GA $43; $100 VIP. -
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Empress Bazaar: Minx + Muse 2 Year(ish) Anniversary Celebration
Minx + Muse is celebrating with an afternoon of mini-workshops and performances showcasing their myriad of classes (esoeroticism, striptease, pole, and more), as well as a craft bazaar featuring local artists & artisans. Ages 18+ to attend.Sun., Dec. 1, 3-7pm. Free.Minx + Muse, 605-B W. 37th -
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Glossier Pop-Up
Shop the cult internet makeup brand's complete product line IRL.Through Dec. 8 (except Thanksgiving). 11am-7pmGlossier Austin, 2000 S. Congress -
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Holiday Hemp Market
The holidays are about to get a whole lot greener with Austin-based CBD brand Fine Healing Goods' inaugural holiday market. Shop CBD-infused goods such as custom lipstick & lip gloss, or enjoy activities like acupuncture, aura readings, and more.Sun., Dec. 1, 11am-4pm. Free GA; $25 VIP. -
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Holiday Light Stroll at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
A festive display of over 3,000 twinkling lights winds through the resort’s grounds and features a 20-foot-tall LED animated Christmas tree. On Friday and Saturday evenings, the resort’s culinary team will serve specialty hot cocoa and made-to-order mini doughnuts.Nov. 30-Jan. 1. Free with on-site paid parking ($8-15).Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd., Cedar Creek -
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Holiday Model Train Show
The Austin Tinplate Trackers hobby club builds a Christmas village around the model train tracks in the Downtowner Gallery.Nov. 29-Jan. 4. Wed.-Sun.Round Rock -
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Homestead Fair
Join in a holiday tradition of visiting the farm to see craft demonstrations, attending sustainable living seminars, eating unique fair food, and watching a real barn raising.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 29-Dec. 1Waco -
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Johnson City Lights Spectacular
The county courthouse, the Pedernales Electric Co-op building, and the town are bathed in twinkling lights with parades, food courts, and special events on weekends.Nov. 29-Jan. 5. Free.Johnson City -
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Listening Session: Cameron and Dessau Roads
Stop by whenever to help the Austin Transportation Department better understand the safety and mobility needs for people using Cameron Road and Dessau Road (51st Street to Parmer Lane). Your input will help identify improvement projects. For those who can’t attend, see the online survey, open Nov. 21 through Dec. 22.Online: Nov. 21-Dec. 22 -
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Liz for Sheriff Fundraiser
A meet and greet with (and fundraiser for) Liz Donegan, who’s running for Travis County Sheriff.Sun., Dec. 1, 4-6pmCircle C Ranch, 9329 Hopeland Dr. -
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Lost Pines Christmas
Bastrop puts on seasonally themed light displays, a nighttime holiday parade, a snow day, and more activities for the whole family throughout the month.Weekends through Dec. 24. Free.Bastrop -
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Marketplace Health Insurance Open Enrollment
During open enrollment, Foundation Communities' Prosper Centers can help you get insurance coverage, switch plans, and track down financial assistance with their (pretty awesome) team of experts.Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-1pm. Free.2600 W. Stassney Ln. -
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Melanated Book Drive
Community Advocacy & Healing Project hosts their annual POC book drive for the holidays so donate or offer your volunteer services when it comes time to distribute.: Community members are also invited to attend check-ins at the Carver Museum (1161 Angelina), on Thu., Nov. 21 and Mon., Nov. 25, 6:30-8:30pm.Drop off: Monday Friday, Oct. 17-Dec. 4, 9am-3pmMission Capital, 8303 N. Mopac Expy -
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Mozart's Light Show
Check out the holiday lights and get you a freshly baked German treat while local musicians play tunes on the grand piano.Nov. 21-Jan. 5, 6pm-12mid, except Christmas Eve (closes 10pm); closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Free. -
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Poketo Holiday Pop-up Shop
Shop the L.A.-based lifestyle brand's signature stationery, apparel, and accessories collections.Through Dec. 15. 10am-6pm. Free. -
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Pound 4 Pound Pet Food Drive
Every holiday season, Tomlinson’s Feed hosts Austin’s largest pet food drive in support of local animal rescues and shelters. It's easy to give: Every bag of pet food donated through Christmas Eve will be doubled by pet food suppliers, pound for pound. (Their goal this year is 160,000 pounds of pet food.) More of an internet shopper? Just donate online.Through Dec. 24Austin-area Tomlinson's Feed stores -
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Renegade Craft
Renegade Craft returns on Small Business Saturday (and Sunday!) with a weekend of contemporary handmade goods featuring the country’s foremost voices in craft and design. Shop vendors and have a cocktail to tunes curated by Waterloo DJs.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 11am-5pm. Free. -
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Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt
Get started at Lick Mueller or Lamar Union to pick up a free clue card, then follow the instructions to find all the stops at participating neighborhood small businesses for a chance to win a big basket full of goodies.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 29-Dec. 1. Free. -
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Social Justice Activist Meditation
A community-centered meditation for empathic change makers with Amira Glickman, Chanelle Glover, Alec Brownridge, Chris Isom, and Jacob Fischer. Email to reserve a spot.First & third Sundays, 10-11:45am.. $15 suggested donation. -
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StartUp Kid's Club Market
Support Austin’s young entrepreneurs as kids from across the city debut their businesses. Live music and food available on-site.Sun., Dec. 1, 1-4pm. Free. -
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Texas Renaissance Festival & Campgrounds
200 acres, 400 merchants, 3,000 performers, and all the turkey legs you can stomach.Weekends in Oct. & Nov.. $24+.21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission -
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Texas Stars
Vs. Iowa Wild: Sat., Nov. 30, 7pm. Vs. Milwaukee Admirals: Sun., Dec. 1, 5pm; Tue., Dec. 3, 7pm.. $14+. -
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The Austin Flea at Jester King Craft Brewery
Shop local handmade items and vintage wares, including jewelry, bath & body products, artwork, and more.Sun., Dec. 1, noon-5pm. Free. -
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Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.Nov. 22-Jan. 23Apply online -
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Walkway of Lights
Get a jump on the holiday season with a stroll through 2 million sparkling lights in the park along the lake.Nov. 22-Jan. 1, 2020. Nightly, 6-10pm. Free.Marble Falls -
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Wrung What You Brung
Get down with some fresh beets as KOOP Radio takes over the stage at HOPE Farmers Market to play your records.First Sundays, 11am-3pm. Free.Hope Farmers Market, 412 Comal -
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Austin FC Season Membership Deposits
Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.Ongoing. $50.
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