Things to do in Austin this weekend. When and where to do them. Brought to you by: Smoking Burnouts
Friday, December 8th
Texas Stars VS Chicago Wolves | 7:00pm | H-E-B Center
Get ready to donate new teddy bears and stuffed animals to those in need before the holidays, as the annual Teddy Bear Toss is Friday, Dec. 8 when the Stars welcome the Chicago Wolves. Fans are encouraged to throw those stuffed animals on the ice when Texas scores its first goal. The following night is Ringo’s Birthday, presented by Texas Children’s Hospital, as the Stars face the Wolves Saturday, Dec. 9. Fans who arrive early can collect a Ringo Youth Replica Jersey and help celebrate your favorite mascot’s special day. Take part in the Stars’ Winter Wonderland festivities outside the arena before the game on Wednesday, Dec. 20 as Texas hosts Grand Rapids. Bring your holiday cheer to lead the team into break, as this will be the final home game of 2023. Grab tickets here.
Keep Austin Cheer’d! A Retro Austin Holiday Extravaganza Ft. Me Nd Adam, TC Superstar, THEBROSFRESH & More | 9:00pm | The Continental Club
“Keep Austin Cheer’d” event features local artists Me Nd Adam and others playing three nights at The Continental Club with $5 from each ticket going to Casa Marianella. Presented by Me Nd Adam and Do512, “Keep Austin Cheer’d” began as a one-night holiday benefit concert in 2021 and has grown into a multi-night extravaganza with the goal of making a difference for local Austin non-profit, Casa Marianella that has provided shelter and support services to displaced migrants since 1986. Tickets available here.
Saturday, December 9th
Beer Fest 2023 | 2:00pm | Better Half
Drink specials. Food. (Probably Some) entertainment. FREE.
Black Market | 5:00pm | Independence Brewing
Saturday Nov 9th at Independence Brewing. Dark Wave washes over the brewery with performances by: NITE • DRAGON RAPID • WEIRD WOLVES. Black Market pop up curated by our friends at Bloody Rose Boutique. FREE.
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Bill Ball 6 | 8:00pm | Radio Coffee
Austin post-punk pranksters Big Bill curate their favorite hometown bands each year into one event on two stages. Come dressed to impress and earn the title “Bill of the Ball.” We’ll also have local vendors, drink specials, and a photographer on hand to take your best prom photo. Make memories to last a lifetime at Bill Ball 6! Grab tickets here.
Sunday, December 10th
Feels So Good Holiday Bazaar | 12:00pm | Feel So Good
Join us for our 3rd annual Feels So Good Holiday Bazaar! Featuring 15+ vendors and makers selling ceramics, vintage, jewelry, kid gifts, books, zines, and more! We’ll also have pics with Santa, Free drinks, treats, tattoos, and Dj Saint Nick Fong bringing the Holiday cheer. Free to attend and family friendly. Benefit for the Sims Foundation. FREE.
