You’ll have a tough decision to make this weekend with everything that is happening in and around the Lake Travis area. You don’t want to miss the annual Lights On! celebration in Lakeway tonight but might want to head downtown for the Trail of Lights Preview Party.
Along with all the lights to check out, there are a couple of holiday sing-alongs, a Christmas Bazaar at the Iguana Grill, The Nutcracker presented by the TexARTS Youth Ballet Theatre and …
Snow is in the forecast!
Be outside of the Bee Cave Library at the Hill Country Galleria on Saturday at noon for a snow day — sure to be a big hit with the kids.
Gather up your holiday spirit and get out there to enjoy the weekend!
Friday, December 5
Paint with Santa Party at Color Me Mine Kids (and adults) can enjoy painting, story time and one-on-one time with Santa. Kids will create a keepsake plate which features both Santa’s hand print and their own. Register to attend the party at 2:00pm on Friday (or another party on Saturday at 10:00am) $45 per child.
Meet and Greet with Santa at the Hill Country Galleria (Friday through Sunday)
Lights On! Lakeway’s Trail of Lights Follow the glow to the City of Lakeway’s free annual Lights On! celebration at Lakeway City Hall, 1102 Lohmans Crossing. (6:00pm – 8:00pm)
Saturday, December 6
Free Kids Workshops at Home Depot learn how to build festive Holiday Yard Stakes. Designed for children ages 5 – 12 (9:00am – 12:00pm)
3rd Annual Christmas Bazaar at Iguana Grill Featuring local artists, crafters and businesses (12:00pm – 9:00pm)
Snow Day at the Hill Country Galleria located outside of the the Bee Cave Library (12:00pm – 4:00pm)
TexARTS Youth Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker Directed and choreographed by Darren Gibson. December 6 at 2:00pm and 6:00pm, December 7 at 2:00pm. Cost: $15.00. Tickets available at tex-arts.org or by calling the box office at 512-852-9079 x101
Sunday, December 7
Lone Star Farmers Market in the Shops at the Galleria (10:00am – 2:00pm)
Meet and Greet with Santa at the Hill Country Galleria (Friday through Sunday)
Lakeway Sing-Along 12th Annual Christmas Show supporting the Green Santa Project. Back-to-back performances will be at 2:00pm and 4:30pm at the Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek. Price of admission is an unwrapped gift for a child up to age 18.
In the Big City
50th year of the Trail of Lights in Zilker Park There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Trail of Lights between Dec. 7 – 21, but if you’re hoping to get a first look, you can head to the Preview Party at 7:00pm on Friday December 5. There will be music from Quiet Company, ice carving, activities, food and more. Tickets are $25 (free for ages 6 and under).
Holiday Sing-Along and Downtown Stroll is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the arrival of the holiday season and the joy it brings. Meet in front of the Texas Capitol for caroling and the tree lighting before heading down Congress Avenue for live music, shopping, art and much more. Donations for the Capital Area Food Bank are accepted. Saturday, December 6 (6:00pm)
JUNK at the Thinkery is a whimsical exploration of waste and recycling presented by the Thinkery in collaboration with guest artist Zach Dorn. Nov. 15, 2014 through Jan. 25, 2015
Get Out of Town
Magic of Hill Country Christmas Lights in Johnson City This holiday season bring your family to enjoy the magic and beauty of over 2 million LED lights spread over a mile long drive-thru light display, located 1 mile outside of Johnson City, TX on hwy 281. The display will be open nightly from November 22 2014 – January 1 2015 from 6:00pm – 11:00pm. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help keep the display burning bright.
Weekday Happenings
Lake Travis High School Ceramic Sculpture Show at the Lola Savannah Coffee Lounge located in The Grove (Mon – Fri: open at 6:00am, Sat – Sun: open at 7:00am)
Lakeway’s Big Band Bash The Republic of Texas Band featuring Lakeway singers David Cummings and Lisa Clark. Monday, December 8 at Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek. (8:00pm – 10:00pm)
Live Music in the Lake Travis Area
Friday 12/5
Midnight River Choir at Hill Country Golf & Guitar (7:00pm – 10:00pm)
Friday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood (starting at 6:00pm)
The Fabulous Chevelles at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (7:00pm)
Mighty Renegades at Rumi’s Tavern in Jonestown (9:00pm – 1:00am)
Saturday 12/6
Amanda Cevallos & The High Hands at Hill Country Golf & Guitar (7:00pm – 10:00pm)
Saturday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood (starting at 8:00pm)
Clyde Martin Band (CD release part) with Mighty Pelicans at Rumi’s Tavern in Jonestown (9:00pm – 1:00am)
Sunday 12/7
Strings Attached at Hill Country Golf & Guitar (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
A Gospel According to Jazz at One World Theatre (two shows 6:00pm / 8:00pm)
Sunday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood — Friends of Denver Reno Benefit starting at 1:00pm
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We love to explore the Lake Travis area and surrounding Hill Country just as much as you do!
If you have an event you’d like for us to include in coming weeks or you know of fun happenings this weekend, be sure to leave it in the comments or send it to us right here in a message.
