THURSDAY
1. Trail of Lights
There is still time to catch this annual holiday event, which is open until Friday. The trail includes more than 40 displays, 2 million lights and holiday activities. 7-10 p.m. $3. Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road. www.austintrailoflights.org
2. Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
The fine-art shopping destination stays open until Saturday and features more than 160 artists and live music. Attendees can find a variety of fine art, handmade gifts, heirloom pieces and stocking stuffers. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Free (age 12 and younger), $8 (adult single-day pass), $8 (parking). Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road. 512-447-1605. www.armadillobazaar.com
3. Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The 16th annual marketplace, which ends Saturday, features handmade artwork and gifts from more than 200 local and regional artists. A portion of the proceeds every Monday goes to Make-A-Wish of Central Texas. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own bags. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (closes at 6 p.m. Dec. 24). Free. 6100 Airport Blvd. 512-222-7303. www.bluegenieartbazaar.com
SATURDAY
4. The Texas K.G.B. concert
Austin-based The Texas K.G.B. (Kelly Green Band), a quintet of professional musicians, performs original Americana music, including rock, country, blues and alternative. 9 p.m.-midnight. Free. Lone Star Court, 10901 Domain Drive. 512-814-2625. www.lonestarcourt.com
The Young Adult Division of Shalom Austin hosts the annual Mazel Ball for Jewish adults on Saturday.[/caption]5. Mazel Ball
The Young Adult Division of Shalom Austin hosts the annual event for Jewish adults ages 21-40 who live in or are visiting Austin. The evening includes a DJ, dancing and drink specials. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Free (entry). Four Horsemen, 310 E. Sixth St. 512-735-8052. www.shalomaustin.org/yad
SUNDAY
6. Christmas worship
Hosted by Bethany United Methodist Church, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is a worship service celebrating the birth of Jesus. The format was developed in 1880 in England and has since been adapted. 9:30 and 11 a.m. Free. Bethany United Methodist Church, 10010 Anderson Mill Road. 512-258-6017. www.bethany-umc.org/worship/lessons-and-carols
