Holiday Happenings

'Tis the season

"...These festive ATX events will help get you in the holiday spirit...."

Dec. 12, 2016 Events Post by Morgan Menendez

Art, Theatre, Film, and More Events for the Weekend

Take a peek at our recommended events

"...of Whoville. And Carrey shows raw genius as the holiday-wrecking villain. Forget your bias and let your heart grow..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

This Weekend's Can't Miss Food Events

Daily Austin food news

"...laV gets into the holiday spirit, Supper Friends hosts a dynamic duo, and more..."

Dec. 4, 2015 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

From Día de los Muertos celebrations to holiday lights in November

"...planted between Sept. 1 and Dec. 15. Other November Events:..."

Nov. 1, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

It's the most wonderful time of the year

"...The festival of holiday lights in Johnson City lives up to its name,..."

Dec. 1, 2018 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Lazarus Opens on Airport, J-Prime Opens Downtown, Old Thousand and JewBoy Bring the Holiday Fusion, Chanukah Gets the Haute Cuisine, and Everything Is Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...blend featuring 60% Mourvèdre and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sales benefit chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen, and this tasty..."

Nov. 30, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Food Events

Nov. 22-29

"...you register for the race or not, and proceeds benefit Caritas. Register for the race and/or buy tickets online...."

Nov. 23, 2012 Food Column

Catch the Holiday Hullaballoo, Win Free Home Slice Pizza for a Year, Check Out the Newest Cambria Hotel, Know That Counter Culture Will Return, and More …

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...and Kwanzaa and Festivus and all the other end-of-the-annum holidays that brighten a winter. People setting out their trees..."

Nov. 29, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Trains, Dance, and Lesbionage in This Week’s Recommended Events

Find some art and community this weekend

"...Roman Holiday..."

Aug. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Hairy Situations, Pickle Parties, and More Weekend Events

Some non-SXSW arts and culture recommendations

"...an organization than what they call an “open brand,” events around this particular March period can utilize the Autonomedia-created..."

March 7, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth (Be With You), and More Recommended Events

The week in community happenings

"...Friday 3 – Sunday 5, Palmer Events Center..."

May 3, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Learn something new and explore what's out there this fall

"...means it’s time to celebrate chili, sausage, and the holidays...."

Nov. 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

A Winter Formal, a Yellow Brick Ball, and More Recommended Events

Arts and culture happenings for the weekend

"...Butterfly Bar mixed bev.   – James Scott Comedy Benefit for L.A. Fire Relief..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Food Events

Putting booze in a sno-cone? Fine by us.

"...show and sale at the Downtown Farmers' Market to benefit the Sustainable Food Center, the artists themselves, and the..."

May 4, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Squirrels, Girls, and Other Pearls in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Acro-Cats, Earth Day, and all manner of arts and culture happenings

"...costumes, folks – for pups 25 pounds and under, benefitting Lil’ Paws Maltese Rescue? This free event offers spring-themed..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Food Events

Nov. 15-20

"...from one of the top Austin restaurants, in this benefit for the Capital Area Food Bank's Kids Cafes and..."

Nov. 16, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Point Austin: Holiday Hunger

While helping our neighbors, consider the structures of poverty

"...unionize and bargain collectively are literally outlawed for the benefit of those same corporations. (For some reason, the latter..."

Nov. 25, 2011 News Column by Michael King

Food Events

Nov. 9-15

"...join forces with Travaasa executive chef Ben Baker to benefit the Sustainable Food Center. Drink.Well will be on hand..."

Nov. 9, 2012 Food Column

Food & Wine Fest, Día de los Muertos, Celtic Fest, and More Recommended Events

Wake the dead, toss some cabers, and much more

"...has a pretty cool alternative theatre scene, one which benefits greatly from the very cool Rude Mechs art collective..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Mardi Gras Pre-Party, Improvised Intimacy, and More Recommended Events

Allow us to help sort your weekend out

"...never-ending head-scratcher. Trade the pressure of this high-expectation Hallmark holiday by catching a burlesque show by the Bat City..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Follies, Samurai, and a Few Non-Alcoholic Events for the Weekend

Got a resolution to get out more? No problem.

"...Dry January has already started for all those nursing holiday hangovers – a time when spiritless spirits really get..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Food Events

Nov. 29-Dec. 6

"...• Food for Thought Benefit for Communities in Schools Attend this venerable sip-and-stroll charity..."

Nov. 30, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Public Notice

Public Notice is noticing a lot of public service types getting into the holiday spirit. Events big and small are happening all over town, as are opportunities to give, give, give, and give some more.

"...S. Claus) over to the Austin Children's Shelter Annual Holiday Party for the kids. Call the center to get..."

Dec. 10, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

Public Notice

Public Notice is noticing a lot of public service types getting into the holiday spirit. Events big and small are happening all over town, as are opportunities to give, give, give, and give some more.

"...of Austin gave us the idea to run these Holiday Wish Lists for our area public service organizations a..."

Dec. 17, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

Happy Holidays!

A Chron Events guide to the holidays

"...and caroling have some how escaped your attention, the holidays are here! Check out what Austin has to offer..."

Dec. 1, 2015 Events Post by Tamar Price

Public Notice: 'Tis the Season

Parties nightly, and events in pairs

"...event front, this week you can't miss that the holiday season has begun. Here are four seasonal parties in..."

Dec. 4, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Gay Place

This holiday season is filled with fun, queer activities

"...wine glow wears off, one thing is certain: The holiday season is here. For the next few weeks, events..."

Dec. 1, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Public Notice

"...has such a wealth of amazing volunteer organizations and benefit events, that listing the Best of them here would..."

Sept. 13, 1996 Column by Kate X Messer

Qmmunity: Holigay Hurrahs

Enjoy a holiday feast of queer Austin markets, drag brunches, and more, oh my!

"...Such a busy time, isn't it? Holidays are a handful and leave us emotionally threadbare by..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Column by James Scott

Me Nd Adam’s Keep Austin Cheer’d and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Get in the holiday spirit with Spaceflight Records or Spiritualized

"...And for our complete listings of upcoming live music events around town, head to Chron Events. Keep Austin Cheer’d..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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