Photo courtesy Austin Trail of LightsThe 2014 Austin Trail of Lights runs Dec. 7-21 at Zilker Park.
Austin Trail of Lights, a two-week-long attraction featuring a 1.25-mile trail of holiday-themed lights, kicked off Dec. 7 and will run through Dec. 21. Th event also includes shopping opportunities and a dining area with more than 30 food trailers and local entertainment. 7–10 p.m. daily. Free (Mon.–Thu.), $3 (age 12 and older Fri.–Sun.). Zilker Park, 2201 Barton Springs Road. 512-970-8891. www.austintrailoflights.org
OTHER EVENTS:
DEC. 8—The professional vocal ensemble Company of Voices returns to host its untraditional holiday event, Conspirare Christmas, which this year features Austin-based blues and gospel artist Ruthie Foster. 8 p.m. $25–$80. Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive. 512-474-5664. www.conspirare.org
DEC. 8—Tapestry Dance Company and Academy presents "Of Mice & Music," its version of the holiday classic "The Nutcracker" featuring live jazz music and Tapestry's professional company as well as dance groups Visions In Rhythm, TapestryToo and members of the Youth & Adult Academy. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.–Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sat.–Sun.). Costs vary. Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive. 512-474-5664. www.tapestry.org
