Editor's note: This story has been updated to include additional events.
From ways to get into the holiday spirit to more opportunities to get outdoors, here are 10 events taking place in Georgetown before the end of the year.
Kenyans in Austin Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
This event will include Kenyan food, African music and a presentation by two special guest speakers.
- Nov. 18, 6-11:30 p.m.
- $30
- Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, Georgetown
- Eventbrite: KIA Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Bash
Always Fun Markets is hosting a Thanksgiving-themed shopping event featuring local vendors, live music, beer and wine.
- Nov. 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Wolf Ranch Shopping Center, 1015 W. University Ave., Georgetown
- www.alwaysfunmarkets.com
Mission Adventure: Wild Whirlpool Caving
This one-day adventure to the Whirlpool Cave in Austin is for children ages 11-14. Helmets, knee pads, gloves and instruction will be provided.
- Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- $50 (Georgetown resident), $65 (non-resident)
- Georgetown Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave., Georgetown
- https://parks.georgetown.org
The Annual Lighting of the Square
Attendees can sing along with the Uptown Carolers and see the Georgetown Square lit up for the holidays. The downtown holiday lights will remain lit every evening through Jan. 1.
- Nov. 24, 5:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 103 W. Seventh St., Georgetown
- https://visit.georgetown.org
Christmas at the Farm
Sweet Eats Adventure Farm will host Santa every weekend and his reindeer every day for photo opportunities. Additionally, ticket holders can enjoy more than 30 activities including pony rides, pig races, a petting zoo and a hay maze.
Sweet Eats Adventure Farm will host Santa every weekend and his reindeer every day for photo opportunities. Additionally, ticket holders can enjoy more than 30 activities including pony rides, pig races, a petting zoo and a hay maze.
- Nov. 24-Dec. 31, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- $19.95 (online), $24.95 (at the gate)
- 14400 E. Hwy. 29, Georgetown
- www.sweeteats.com
Holiday Around the Hill Boutique Crawl
Shoppers who visit all participating boutiques are entered to win a gift basket and a portion of sales will go to a local non-profit. Participating businesses include Simply Home Boutique, Pep & Punch, Ginger Roots Boutique, Two Brand It, Viridian Rowe, Liberty Hill Outfitters, Glenny Bee Boutique and The Blue Door Gift Store.
Shoppers who visit all participating boutiques are entered to win a gift basket and a portion of sales will go to a local non-profit. Participating businesses include Simply Home Boutique, Pep & Punch, Ginger Roots Boutique, Two Brand It, Viridian Rowe, Liberty Hill Outfitters, Glenny Bee Boutique and The Blue Door Gift Store.
- Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Participating locations in Liberty Hill
- https://www.facebook.com/hoparoundthehill
Shop Small Kick-off & First Annual Cocoa & Coffee Crawl
Held in conjunction with Small Business Saturday, holiday shoppers can enjoy tastings of coffee and cocoa while supporting local businesses. Participating retailers and restaurants will offer shopping and dining specials.
Held in conjunction with Small Business Saturday, holiday shoppers can enjoy tastings of coffee and cocoa while supporting local businesses. Participating retailers and restaurants will offer shopping and dining specials.
- Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- $20
- Grace Heritage Center, 817 S. Main St., Georgetown
- https://mainstreet.georgetown.org
42nd Annual Christmas Stroll
Taking place at the historic Georgetown Square, guests of all ages will enjoy over 200 craft, food and retail vendors; a parade; kids activities; live music and community performances; and photos with Santa.
Taking place at the historic Georgetown Square, guests of all ages will enjoy over 200 craft, food and retail vendors; a parade; kids activities; live music and community performances; and photos with Santa.
- Dec. 1, 5-9 p.m.; Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 103 W. Seventh St., Georgetown
- https://thegeorgetownsquare.com
Youth Fishing Derby
San Gabriel River will be stocked with rainbow trout for children ages 12 and under to enjoy a fishing competition. Pre-registration is required and all youth participants must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
San Gabriel River will be stocked with rainbow trout for children ages 12 and under to enjoy a fishing competition. Pre-registration is required and all youth participants must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
- Dec. 2, 8-10 a.m.
- San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown
- $5 (children 12 and under), free (adults)
- https://parks.georgetown.org
4th Annual Blue Santa Drive Thru Toy Drive
Volunteers from Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, Blue Santa and the Rotary Club of Georgetown-Sun City will be on-site to collect new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations. Community members can also drop off toys at the funeral home leading up to the event.
Volunteers from Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, Blue Santa and the Rotary Club of Georgetown-Sun City will be on-site to collect new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations. Community members can also drop off toys at the funeral home leading up to the event.
- Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-noon
- 2900 Williams Drive, Georgetown
- Free
- www.dignitymemorial.com
Preservation Georgetown 2023 Historic Home Tour
Participants are invited to explore five decorated homes in Georgetown’s Old Town District during Preservation Georgetown’s annual Holiday Home Tour. The organization is also partnering with Georgetown ISD for a free open house Dec. 9 at the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning, which is celebrating its 100 year anniversary.
Participants are invited to explore five decorated homes in Georgetown’s Old Town District during Preservation Georgetown’s annual Holiday Home Tour. The organization is also partnering with Georgetown ISD for a free open house Dec. 9 at the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning, which is celebrating its 100 year anniversary.
- Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Dec. 10, noon-5 p.m.
- $30
- Various historic homes
- www.preservationgeorgetown.org
2023 Adult Flashlight Ornament Hunt
This event for adults ages 21 and older will involve an adult ornament hunt at night when the rest of the farm is closed. Food and alcohol will be available and participants can expect to win prizes.
This event for adults ages 21 and older will involve an adult ornament hunt at night when the rest of the farm is closed. Food and alcohol will be available and participants can expect to win prizes.
- Dec. 16, 6:15 p.m.
- $35
- Sweet Eats Adventure Farm, 14400 E. Hwy. 29, Georgetown
- www.sweeteats.com
