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View Full Post Visiting Austin's Trail of Lights

Published: 12/10/2018

The holidays are here, and one of the best ways to celebrate in Austin is by visiting the city’s 54th Annual Trail of Lights . From December 10-23, 2018, Zilker Park transforms into a winter wonderland as it's lit up by more than 40 displays and nearly two million dazzling lights. This year, the Trail of Lights will welcome local food trucks, nightly entertainment and family-friendly holiday activities. Find out how and when to visit the Trail this season. Courtesy of the Trail of Lights Foundation. Event Info First opening in 1965 as... read more

Tags: Holidays Live Music Zilker Park Family Events Winter Free Downtown Festivals Iconic Austin

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View Full Post 2019 Austin Event Guide

Published: 12/3/2018

Preview the fun to come in 2019 and mark your calendar with Austin's biggest events, from food to fine arts and of course, live music. Live music on Red River. Credit Dave Mead. JANUARY 1/1/19 - 1/8/19 Free Week Red River Cultural District The first week of January might be the best time for a music fan to visit Austin. Why? Hundreds of Austin bands participate in this annual event that encompasses multiple venues all over Austin. 1/21/19 Martin Luther King March and Festival The University of Texas and Huston-Tillotson University Join the march from the MLK statue at... read more

Tags: Events Festivals Live Music Arts & Culture LGBTQ Film SXSW Multicultural Comedy Holidays

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View Full Post December Top Events & Festivals

Published: 11/26/2018

From art bazaars and festive films to holiday lights festivals and Santa sightings, we've got your top things to do in Austin this December: 11/21/18 - 12/30/18 ZACH Theatre Presents: "A Christmas Carol" ZACH Theatre "A Christmas Carol" is back to ring in the holidays! This rockin' show provides a modern twist on the classic tale. In fact, this show has proven to be such a hit among locals and visitors that is it the most popular show in the theatre's history. zachtheatre.org Blue Genie Art Bazaar. Credit... read more

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View Full Post The Best of Austin’s Handmade Holiday Shopping

Published: 11/9/2018

Whether you’re ready or not, it’s time to start thinking about your holiday gift list. If you’re looking for something really special or even one-of-a-kind for your friends and family, look no further than Austin’s expansive array of handmade, local shopping opportunities . To the rest of the world, Black Friday is all about hot deals at large retailers, but for those of us in the Austin art scene, November 23 is the unofficial kickoff to the best local art gift events with Blue Genie Art Bazaar, which is quickly followed by Cherrywood Art Fair, Armadillo... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Shopping Holidays Events Fashion Winter

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View Full Post The Ultimate Guide to Holidays in Austin

Published: 11/2/2018

Spending the holidays in Austin ? Celebrate like a local and join in some of our city’s most beloved holiday traditions, from over-the-top holiday lights displays to shopping markets and live performances of Christmas classics. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Courtesy of Trail of Lights. Marvel at glittering holiday lights displays. With more than two million lights and 40 displays, it’s hard not to feel awestruck by the glorious spectacle of the Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Park. Take it all in as you walk or jog through the 2.1-mile Fun Run. At the Lady... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Events Family Holidays Iconic Austin Nightlife Shopping Winter

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View Full Post November Top Events & Festivals

Published: 10/30/2018

There's no shortage of festive, fall fun in Austin this November. Whether you're looking to experience the city's top culinary offerings, jump start your holiday shopping or just enjoy the gorgeous weather that Austin has to offer, get your holiday season into gear with these top events and things to do in the Live Music Capital of the World®: 11/1/18 - 11/4/18 U.S. Vintage National Championships Circuit of The Americas Old meets new in Austin when more than 400 competitors test iconic racing machines on COTA's state-of-the-art track! Come see... read more

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View Full Post Halloween Parties, Events & Things To Do in Austin

Published: 10/17/2018

If you're looking for a good ghost story, not only does Austin have some ghoulish ones to tell, the city is also full of festive ways to celebrate Halloween. From seasonal movie series, haunted houses and parties at your favorite local bars to kid-friendly events like corn mazes and Boo at the Zoo, here are some favorite festive events, activities, and things to do in Austin this October: Halloween Parties and Events This October 17 - 31, East Austin bar Craftsman will transform into a haunted pop-up bar full of scares and surprises. The takeover offers a unique experience with a... read more

Tags: Events Fall Family Holidays Weird LGBTQ Nightlife Historical

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View Full Post Texas Book Festival

Published: 10/15/2018

The annual Texas Book Festival takes place October 27-28, 2018, in and around the Texas State Capitol . Free and open to the public, the 23 r d annual festival will feature more than 250+ nationally and critically recognized adult and children’s authors, 100+ exhibitors , local food trucks, family activities and countless opportunities to meet authors and fellow book lovers. The festival has something for everyone! “ Kids on Congress ” is the place at the festival for families. So much for tots or teens to see and do –... read more

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View Full Post F1 Returns to Austin's Circuit of The Americas

Published: 10/10/2018

The 2018 Formula 1 Pirelli United States Grand Prix race returns to Austin, Texas for its seventh consecutive year, October 19-21, at Circuit of The Americas (COTA). Here's what you need to know before you go: The world’s premier motorsport series will intertwine with a variety of exciting performances and festivities for the entire family, evolving COTA into the ultimate American Sound Track for the race weekend. There will be numerous stages all over the track with live music throughout the day on both Saturday and Sunday, featuring performances by national acts... read more

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View Full Post October Top Events & Festivals

Published: 10/1/2018

Fall is here in Austin, and while the days may still feel warm, the nights have begun to cool off to the perfect temperature for patio dining , outdoor concerts and evening hikes . October is full of exciting events for everyone, from the craft beer enthusiasts and film lovers to the traveling music festival-goers and kiddos looking for some pumpkin patch fun . Here is a selection of some of the top things to do around Austin this month: 10/1/18 -10/31/18 Texas Wine Month Texas Hill Country Take a day trip just west of Austin into the Hill Country and venture onto the Texas Wine... read more

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