Barks & Booze

Grab your pup for a holiday-themed bash featuring local vendors, photos with Santa, Neobites treats, and complimentary drinks by Still Austin Whiskey. December 18 | Hotel Vegas

The Ballroom Block Party

This party as it all - DJs, tattoos, vendors, fancy drinks and it’s free to attend! Bring a new toy to donate to kids in need. December 18 | Spider House Ballroom

Winter Wanderland

Stop by Austin Motel this season for the most incredible, colorful tree display out there. Stay for the festive events like Film Floats on Thursday, photos with Hunky Santa on Fridays, or carols with Drag Mrs. Claus on Saturdays. Bring a donation for Council for At Risk Youth for brownie points with Santa. Now through December 26 | Austin Motel

Holidays at the Paramount Theatre

It’s a sparkly, joyful time of year to visit the Paramount Theatre in downtown Austin. Holiday shows include film screenings of The Nightmare Before Christmas and White Christmas, Michael Martin Murphy’s Cowboy Christmas, and more. Did we mention they’ll have snow?! December | Paramount Theatre

Armadillo Christmas Bazaar

An Austin classic with live music while you shop! This year it’s hosted outside so there will be lots of space and room for friends. Musical acts include Shinyribs, Jackie Venson, and Gina Chavez (to name a few). December 17-19 | Palmer Events Center

Bonus mention: Ho Ho Home for the Pawlidays

Now through December 26th, when you adopt a dog or cat from Austin Pets Alive! you can name your own adoption fee and bring home a new friend in time for the holidays. | Info