Looking for events to attend in the Austin-area this weekend? Check out the various holiday light displays, celebrate Christmas at the Farm, grab a photo with Santa or shop at a local market.

This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

Light Up the Plaza

A tree lighting ceremony will be held in the Hill Country Galleria featuring live music, ice skating, an appearance from Santa, face painting, refreshments, giveaways and more.Christmas at the Farm

Sweet Eats Farm will be open seven days a week for Christmas At The Farm, with family-friendly activities like pony rides, pig races, a petting zoo, breakfast with Santa and more.Bastrop Christmas Tree Lighting and River of Lights


Attendees can enjoy live music and sweet treats while Santa Claus and Bastrop city officials light the Christmas tree at Fisherman’s Park—kickstarting the half-mile River of Lights display.Small Business Saturday and Coffee and Cocoa Crawl

Local Georgetown businesses are celebrating Small Business Saturday with a variety of retail and dining specials. Coffee fans can unite for the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl happening in conjunction with Small Business Saturday. The ticketed event includes a keepsake mug and samples from 10 participating downtown businesses.
  • Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • $25 (Coffee and Cocoa Crawl), free (Small Business Saturday)
  • 502 S. Main St., Georgetown (kick-off event)
  • https://visit.georgetown.org
The Market LHTX: Christmas Holiday Edition

Community members can shop over 70 vendors selling unique holiday gifts, visit five different food trucks and partake in family friendly crafts. Attendees can also shop a selection of offerings from young entrepreneurs and meet local business owners.Lost Pines Wassail Fest & Small Business Saturday

Attendees can browse dozens of local shops while sampling wassail in a souvenir cup. Shoppers are encouraged to wear comfortable Christmas clothes.Autumn Art Park


The event will highlight local artists and international gourmet food trucks. Families can find handmade items while checking out the venue’s giant chess set and fenced children’s play area.
  • Nov. 29-30
  • Free (admission)
  • 7221 McNeil Drive, Austin
  • Facebook: Autumn Art Park
Photos with Santa

Santa’s Workshop will be set up in the Hill Country Galleria on select days in November and December for visitors to take their own photos.Sunday with Santa

Santa is coming to Garey House. The festive event will include light snacks, a letter to Santa craft station and photo opportunities. Pre-registration is required and multiple time slots are available.2025 Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

The lighting event will feature local entertainment, food and live music, including pre-event music from Austin Civic Wind Ensemble, and the main event, the lighting of Zilker Park's 155-foot tree, with a circumference of 380 feet and a total of 3,309 lights.