Dec. 6: Test your trivia knowledge
At Whitestone Brewery, Texas Tuesday Red’s Taproom Trivia challenges patrons to test their wits with four rounds of trivia. 7 p.m. Free. 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 500, Cedar Park. 512-765-4828. www.whitestonebrewery.com
Dec. 7: Attend a wrestling tournament
All Elite Wrestling Presents Dynamite-Rampage is designed for wrestling fans age 2 and up. 6 p.m. $32 and up. H-E-B Center, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park. 512-600-5000. www.hebcenter.com
Dec. 9: Party at a boutique
Turquoise Peacock Boutique owner Angela Huling will host the fifth annual Peacock Christmas Party. Wrapped presents will be under the Christmas tree for giveaway drawings. Huling will also be having special sales in the boutique, and drinks will be served. RSVP is available via Facebook. 4-8 p.m. Free. Turquoise Peacock Boutique, 660 S. Bagdad Road, Ste. 330, Leander. 432-853-1253. www.facebook.com/turquoisepeacockboutique
Dec. 9: Meet moms at the park
The Moms Club of Leander and Liberty Hill is a support group for at-home mothers. Moms can meet and socialize while their kids play. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Lakewood Park, 2040 Artesian Springs, Leander. www.facebook.com/momsclubleander
Dec. 9-10: Go trail running
Runners of all ages are invited to take part in the Mosaic Trail Race at Indian Mound Ranch in Liberty Hill. Race events include a 50K, a marathon, a half-marathon, a 15K, a 10K, a 5K, youth 1-mile and youth 2-mile runs. Races begin at 7:30 a.m. $10-$100 (entry fees), $10 (parking), $10 (camping age 11 and older). 12805 SH 29, Liberty Hill. www.tejastrails.com
Dec. 10-11, 16-18: Watch a classic Christmas play
Way Off Broadway Community Players presents “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Show times vary. $15-$20. Leander Activity Center, 11840 Hero Way West, Ste. 200, Leander. 512-259-5878. www.wobcp.org
Dec. 11: Bring your pet to meet Santa
Santa Claus is coming to Lakeline Mall, where pet owners can bring their furry friends to take a picture with the man in red along with his elves from the North Pole. The photo experience is located next to Helzberg Diamonds. Donations will be collected on behalf of the Humane Society. All pets should be leashed or held securely. 6-8 p.m. Free. 11200 Lakeline Mall Drive, Cedar Park. 512-257-7467. www.simon.com
Dec. 15: Attend a holiday party
The Pinballz Lake Creek arcade will throw an Up to Snow Good Holiday Party to celebrate the season. There will be an ugly sweater contest, more than 20 breweries and distilleries on-site, local craft vendors and giveaways. 7-10 p.m. Tickets at $15. 13729 Research Blvd., Austin. 512-537-8737. www.facebook.com/pinballzlakecreek
Dec. 16-18: Enjoy a day of games
Go Games 360 will host a three-day event at the Crossover Sports Complex for the community to play video games, tabletop games and physical games. The event will have a variety of games such as Super Smash Bros. tournaments and cosplay runway shows. 4-11 p.m. (Dec. 16), 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (Dec. 17), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Dec. 18). $20 (one day), $30 (two days), $35 (three days). 1717 Scottsdale Drive, Leander. 956-286-7775. www.gogames360.com
Dec. 21: Attend a holiday hockey game
The Texas Stars hockey team will have its second Winter Wonderland themed game at the H-E-B Center. The arena will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland with Santa and Mrs. Claus, reindeer, train rides and hot cocoa. 3 p.m. $20-$54. 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park. 512-600-5000. www.texasstars.com
Dec. 22-23: See the Sesame Street gang
Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic will come to the H-E-B Center. Favorite characters such as Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird, will take the stage for a family-friendly event. During the show, Elmo is inspired to learn a magic trick when he meets magician Justin. Along the way, Elmo learns lessons about patience, the power of trying and the importance of believing in yourself. Show times vary. $38 and up. 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park. 512-600-5000. www.hebcenter.com
Dec. 24: See a festive circus experience
Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland will feature a cast of acrobats and aerialists bringing holiday cheer. 2 p.m. $39.50 and up. H-E-B Center, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park. 512-600-5000. www.hebcenter.com
Dec. 30: See a country-music concert
Texas country musician Kevin Fowler, along with Carson Jeffrey, will perform at Wild West Cedar Park. All attendees must be 18 years old. 7 p.m. (doors). $20. 401 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-986-7464. www.wildwestcedarpark.com
Dec. 31: Ring in the New Year
MSJ Event is hosting a New Year’s Eve bash at Wilco WorkSpace + Events. The event features punjabi and bhangra music with DJ Tej and DJ Rahul as well as an open bar. 9 p.m. $45 (child care for 4-12 year olds), $65 (general admission). 1615 Scottsdale Drive, Ste. 200A, Cedar Park. www.facebook.com/jalwalm
LIVE MUSIC
Shooters
601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park
512-260-2060
www.shootersbilliards.net
Dec. 9: Texas Deathgrip
Dec. 10: American Gypsy Band
Dec. 17: Joel Tucker Band
Steamer Lane Music
603 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park
512-431-6279
www.steamerlanemusic.com
Dec. 9: Hamilton Loomis
Dec. 10: Dan Guevara and Emily Lacey with Alex Winters
Dec. 17 Song Swap Night, featuring Jason Harrell and Derrick McLendon
Bent Oak Winery
2000 Windy Terrace, Ste. 2B, Cedar Park
512-953-8094
www.bentoakwinery.com
Dec. 9: Joel Rapaport
Dec. 16: Anthony Basini
Dec. 23: Dan Guevara
Haute Spot
1501 E. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park
512-986-7411
www.hautespot.live
Dec. 8: Wade Bowen
Dec. 17: Roger Creager
