What to do. When and where to do it.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10TH
Peppermint Parkway
Peppermint Parkway | Circuit of the Americas | Various Days + Times
Austin is lit this holiday season, literally. We’ve got another light show option for you to check out this weekend at Circuit of the Americas! Peppermint Parkway has millions of lights, dancing elves, a walking plaza filled with food options and activities for the family. There’s a few ticket packages for you to pick from, including a 25mph lap around the F1 race track!
Hamilton | Bass Concert Hall | Friday-December 19th
Hamilton the Musical is here in Austin! Running through December 19th at Bass Concert Hall. A few tickets for the musical are still available for grabs, better hurry before it’s too late!
Holiday Light Show | Mozart’s Coffee Roasters | 6pm
Bright lights all month long! Get your tickets to the Holiday Light Show happening at Mozart’s. You can reserve a full-service table that allows you to preorder food so it’ll be ready by the time you arrive. There’s also a free admission option for those that would like to stand throughout the light show. Those can also be reserved in advance, or once you get there!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11TH
Trail of Lights
Trail of Lights | Zilker Park | Various Days + Times
Austin’s Trail of Lights is here ALL MONTH LONG! If you haven’t gone to a light show yet, now’s your chance. Make your way to Zilker Park for the longest running holiday tradition and take in all the holiday magic. Trail of Lights has more than 2 million lights on display for you to enjoy, plus 70 displays and lighted tunnels and 90 light trees. Reservations are required. Check out the different vehicle passes available for purchase above!
Miracle on 5th | The Eleanor | 3pm-2am
Anyone down for a Christmas-themed pop-up bar? Head on over to the Miracle on 5th for holiday cocktails and festive Christmas decor! There’s even a Santa Throne you can lounge on. Pretty good way of getting in the Christmas spirit if you ask us.
Mutiny Holiday Market | Hotel Vegas & The Volstead Lounge | 12pm-5pm
Still have an entire unchecked Christmas list? You can hit up the Mutiny Holiday Market this weekend and shop with some local vendors who are selling handmade, vintage home goods. You can enjoy food, beverages and live music while you shop, too!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12TH
Free Family Sundays At Mexic-Arte Museum | Mexic-Arte Museum | 2pm-3pm
The Mexic-Arte Museum is hosting Free Family Sundays this weekend. Bring everyone out and explore the museum free of charge. Tours in Spanish can also be requested.
Zilker Holiday Tree | Zilker Park | 6pm-10pm
The Zilker Holiday Tree is back for viewing! If you haven’t noticed already, we just really want you to get in the holiday spirit, and who wouldn’t with a giant Christmas tree? You can see the tree light up at approximately 6pm. Hot chocolate not required, but encouraged.
