Here is a roundup of things to do this weekend both in and around Northwest Austin.
Thursday
1. Santa at The Domain
Santa Claus is back for his annual visit to the Domain II. A photo set-up is located across from iPic Theaters and The Brass Tap, where
photo sessions will be available until Christmas Eve. This weekend's hours: Thu. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m., Fri-Sat. 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Sun. noon- 6 p.m.
2. Fiddler on the Roof
CYT Austin presents
"The Fiddler on the Roof" this weekend at The Church at Canyon Creek, 9001 Ranch Road 620 N, Austin. Performances start at 7:29 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Another show is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $12 per person.
3. Rachel Feinstein at Cap City Comedy Club
Rachel Feinstein from TV series such as “Inside Amy Schumer,” “The View” and Amazon’s “Red Oaks” performs at the
Cap City Comedy Club , 8120 Research Blvd., Austin. Times and ticket prices vary: Thu.- Sat. 8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10:30 p.m. $15 (general Wed.-Thu.), $17 (general Fri.-Sat.), $19 (reserved Thu.), $21 (reserved Fri.-Sat.).
Saturday
4. Texas African American History Monument unveiled
The Texas African American History Memorial Foundation will unveil a monument on the south lawn of the Texas State Capitol grounds dedicated to honoring African-American Texans and their contributions to the state. The event is 10 a.m.-noon. More information about the monument is available at
www.taahmf.com.
5. Holiday craft bazaar at McNeil High School
The nonprofit
Project Graduation hosts a holiday craft bazaar from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at McNeil High School, 5720 McNeil Drive, Austin. The bazaar features more than 100 vendors, raffle prizes, food trucks and a garage sale. Project Graduation works to ensure high school seniors have a safe, drug and alcohol-free graduation celebration.
6. Fossil Fest in Round Rock
The Paleontological Society of Austin presents the 26th annual Fossil Fest this weekend at the Williamson County Old Settlers Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. The event takes place from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Activities include fossil exhibits, a fossil touch table and opportunities to meet and talk with scientists from the University of Texas at Austin as well as science educators and amateur paleontologists. The show spotlight focuses on prehistoric sharks. Admission costs $3 for adults and $2 for students ages 6-18. Children 5 years old or younger get in free.
