The weather outside may not be frightful, but Austin has dozens of ways to make the holiday season delightful. Keep an eye on this page to help plan your Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, or even Festivus, from holiday markets to light shows to volunteer opportunities.
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This article appears in Best of Austin: Restaurants 2023.