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Affordable Art Fair Austin
Affordable Art Fair Austin will launch in May 2024, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, their spectacular first edition is set to be unmissable!May 16-19Palmer Events Center -
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Courthouse Nights in Lockhart, Texas!
Don't miss the return of Courthouse Nights in Lockhart! Centered around the beautiful Caldwell County Courthouse lawn, the FREE and family-friendly live music series features an all-star lineup with Dale Watson, EZ Band, Deadeye, Rattlesnake Milk, and Simons Says. Held every third Friday of the month from April to August!Fri. Apr. 19, 7pm-10pmLockhart, Texas
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In the Ether
What's your experience of living in this increasingly cybernetic world, citizen? UT's Department of Theatre and Dance presents Erica Gionfriddo's investigation of embodiment and virtual identity, a staged rehearsal of possible realities that uses live streaming, emergent technologies, and performance to explore elements of cyborg and queer theories. We reckon if anyone's going to make this work (and work engagingly), it'll be that ARCOS Dance co-founder Gionfriddo.Thu.-Sun., Dec. 3-6, 7:30pm. Pay what you can. -
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Luminations at LBJ Wildflower Center
In a year that could use some sparkle, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is bringing back a beloved winter tradition. It's a strollable Hill Country experience where thousands of luminarias light the way. For the first time ever, Luminations will wind through the Texas Arboretum among glowing oaks and the light-splashed forts of Fortlandia, a collection of forts custom-designed and built by local architects, designers, and artists.Through Jan. 3. Members only on Mondays; closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 & Jan. 1 -
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Winter Wanderland
Snow close, yet snow far out! Austin Motel is decked out for the holidays with a neon rainbow, and they're serving up hot chocolate (with optional peppermint schnapps), a Sugar Plum cocktail, and La Colombe coffee. Snacks include Reindeer Chow and hot pretzels.Through Jan. 3. Free, but RSVP. -
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Austin Trail of Lights
Austin's 56th annual holiday tradition returns to Zilker Park as a drive-through event this year and runs two additional weeks. As you drive through the trail illuminated by more than 2 million lights, tune in via your car radio for holiday music, highlights, and history. This year guests can choose a ticket type based on their preferred date and time, with prices ranging from $25-35 per vehicle for GA or a $60 per vehicle "Dash Pass" which includes early entry and festive refreshments.Through Jan. 3 (except New Year's Day). GA, $25-35 per vehicle; Dash Pass, $60 per vehicle. -
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Ballet Austin: The Nutcracker
Local luminaries enliven the stage with holiday splendor and wintery exuberance in this Nutcracker digital film, featuring Ballet Austin’s 2019 stage production by Stephen Mills, now streaming on-demand and including a plethora of bonus material, cast and crew interviews, and behind-the-scenes featurettes. Note: You can get access with a tax-deductible donation to Ballet Austin and view the kinetic wonderment until the new year dawns.Through Jan. 1 -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The beloved Austin holiday shopping experience returns for its 20th year with four shopping options to ensure safety in the time of COVID-19. For in-store shopping, reserve free tickets online for a "no wait" entry. Walk-ins are also welcome, but guests may have to wait outside if it's at capacity. Online shoppers can either pick up items in-store or have them shipped anywhere in the U.S. Personal shoppers and virtual shopping will also be available through the BGAB website. BGAB is a family-friendly experience where you can find one-of-a-kind, handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, and gifts for everyone on your shopping list.Through Dec. 24, 10am-10pm daily (10am-6pm on Dec. 24) -
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Community First! Village Holiday Market
The village's artisans have been hard at work creating unique items for this special market, and your purchases help support the villagers in Mobile Loaves & Fishes' Community Works program. Santa will appear in the evenings for socially distant photos, and the Goodness Grill will be cooking up burgers, sandwiches, and snacks all day. Reservations are required.Dec. 3-5. Free. -
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Devin Gutierrez & Friends
The Music Moves Mountains Foundation and LORO MGMT present a special livestream concert from East Austin Piano Studio with local powerhouse singer-songwriter Devin Gutierrez with guests Chris Maresh, Nico Leophonte, Paul Deemer, and Henri Herbert. Be ready for some timeless classics, a few originals, and a little holiday cheer in full fashion for the whole family.Sat., Dec. 5, 7pm. Free; donations encouraged. -
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Dinosaur Jr.: Live and Alone From Look Park
This is a real treat: Dinosaur Jr. streamed a full concert from the Pines Theater at Look Park in Northampton, Mass., and Blue Starlite has exclusive rights to screen it.Sat., Dec. 5, 10:15pm -
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Downtown Holiday Stroll
This year, the hallmark event is more than just one evening; it's a month of free activities and holiday happenings. Visit the 45-foot-tall holiday tree by the Capitol, catch a movie at Paramount or the new Blue Starlite, and download or pick up a holiday passport to guide your way and collect stamps as you experience all that Downtown Austin has to offer.Through Dec. 31Downtown Austin -
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Early Voting for Dec. 15 Run-Off
Vote early for the run-off elections in City Council districts 6 and 10 as well as the Austin ISD Board of Trustees District 5 and Place 8 seats. Get more info on the candidates, voting by mail, and early voting locations at austinchronicle.com/elections.Dec. 3-11Citywide -
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Final Call for RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
This program through the city of Austin provides full rent payment for income-eligible renters financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the details on their FAQ and apply online.Applications due Tue., Dec. 8, noon -
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Geraldine's: The South Pole
This is still, they're reassuring us, That Most Wonderful Time of the Year, so Geraldine's in the Hotel Van Zandt is sparking joy all tinsel-bright each Friday and Saturday night in December until Christmas – with continuous cocktail tastings, a roving s'mores station, and "santa-tized" seating among the festive atmosphere of your favorite holiday tunes. Note: The tables of 2-10 will be socially distanced, and masks must be worn at all times unless seated.Through Dec. 19. Fri.-Sat., 7:30-9:30pm. $70-350. -
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Holiday Market
Eastside Pop-Up and Far Out Lounge join forces to bring you this family- and dog-friendly market spread out over three acres. As you shop the 20+ local vendors, enjoy food truck snacks, hear some live music, and sip a "Puptail," with proceeds going to Austin Pets Alive!Sat., Dec. 5, noon-5pm. free all ages.Far Out Lounge, 8504 S. Congress -
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Human Resources: The Musical
Here's a team of theatre artists from across the country – a cast and crew of nearly 30, with the majority from Austin, but with others from Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and more – presenting the premiere of a brand new musical. Yes, it’s online. And, yes, they’re doing it in quarantine. This musical is a satirical horror comedy that looks at the unsavory ways women are treated in the workplace, with book and lyrics by Mallory Schlossberg and music by Schlossberg and Alexandra Smith. Choreography and movement by Kelly Hasandras. Look: Our Robert Faires interviewed the playwright right here.Fri.-Sat., Dec. 11-12, 7pm. Donations accepted. -
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Moontower Comedy: Robert Kelly & Ms. Pat
Robert Kelly's Live at the Village Underground debuted on Comedy Central and is now available on Netflix; Ms. Pat's been all over your screens, with appearances on NBC, Netflix, Nickelodeon, and probably some nonalliterative national nodes as well. It's a good time to catch these two comics live onstage at the Paramount this weekend, y'think?Fri.-Sat., Dec. 4-5, 7 & 10pm. $19-30. -
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Mozart's 2020 COVID-Cautious Christmas Light Show
Sip a delicious hot bevvie and see the beautiful light show by the lake. Reservations required.Through Jan. 6, 6pm-12mid. $10 per table for one-hour show. -
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Northern-Southern: Baton
This is a group show by relay, begun in July of 2020 as a method of socially distancing a community in the height of the pandemic: Artists took turns alone in the space, each adding to the exhibition. Now, as it nears its close, the exhibition resembles a community in which work converses and overlaps. With Adreon Henry, Vy Ngo, Dawn Okoro, Leon Alesi, Matt Steinke, Sev Coursen, Stella Alesi, and more.Closing reception: Sat., July 24, 3-9pm -
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Paramount Holiday Film Series
The series comes to a close this weekend with White Christmas, Love Actually, and It's a Wonderful Life. Get your tickets soon because the theatre is operating at very limited capacity.Dec. 6-20 -
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Pet Lovers Planting Party With Succulent Native
Learn all about succulent arrangement, care, and styling at the perfect party for fans of pets and plants. Get your planting supplies via pickup or delivery, which include an adorable puppy or kitty planter. Bonus: Austin Humane Society gets 10% of proceeds online and in-store that day at Succulent Native, and adoptable pets will strut their stuff during the workshop.Sat., Dec. 5, 1pm. $45-55. -
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Teatro Vivo: Conjunto Blues
Here's a one-man show that explores the social and historical conditions that led to the development of Conjunto music as an expression of cultural resistance and liberation, written and performed by Nicolás Valdez, streaming online via the Teatro Vivo website.Premiere: Fri., Dec. 4, 7pm. Available through Dec. 6. Free. -
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The Eleanor: Miracle on Fifth Street
Yes, the beloved Christmas-themed pop-up bar returns to The Eleanor for another year of spirited celebration. Joann Spiegel, the mastermind behind the brand’s cocktail repertoire, has created a roster of delightful, holiday-inspired libations, featuring cocktails that play on classic holiday flavors. New this year: Jolly Koala (gin, vermouth, and pine-cardamom-sage cordial), On Dasher (bourbon, mezcal, sweet vermouth, spiced hibiscus, bitters, and lemon), and a Fruitcake Flip (brandy, Jamaican overproof rum, Amaretto, fruitcake, cherry bitters, and a whole egg). (Our personal fave, the Bad Santa, is likewise among the heady lineup.) Also, the full cocktail menu will be available at the main downstairs and mezzanine bars. Note: This year, all Miracle cocktails can be ordered to-go. Note: This year, all Miracle cocktails can be ordered to-go – and a portion of all to-go sales will benefit the Austin Children’s Shelter and Austin Pets Alive. God bless us, everyone!Daily, through Dec. 27 -
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The Grinch Toy Drive
Do Good ATX invites fans of The Grinch and tasty treats to bring a new, unwrapped toy for their drive benefiting children of Southeast Austin & Mainsprings schools. Get a photo with the Grinch as well as a 20% discount at Shavin Balls, including hot chocolate, nachos, CBD+, and lots more!Sat., Dec. 5, 2:30-4:30pmFreezin Balls Shaved Ice, 2118-D S. Congress -
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Venardos Circus
Enjoy Thanksgiving weekend with the Venardos Circus just up the road a piece, when the roving company of amazing acrobats and shimmering showpeople returns to live-audience performances in a Broadway-style, animal-free production at Buck’s Backyard in Buda.Through Dec. 6. $100-165 (each ticket good for four seats).
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#TsoGiving Holiday Initiative
Tso Chinese Delivery has partnered with seven local organizations with the goal to provide $100,000 in meals to Austinites in need. Make a direct donation online, or add a donation to any food order placed at Tso Chinese Delivery. For every $1 raised, #TsoGiving can donate $3 worth of meals.Through Dec. 31Remote -
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