Nov. 26
Support local businesses
During Hutto's annual Shop Small Saturday, participating business throughout the city will have holiday items and special discounts on offer. There will also be a pop-up market with local home-based vendors at One Eleven East in downtown Hutto. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (admission). Citywide. Pop-up market at One Eleven East, 11 East St., Hutto. 512-759-4015. www.huttotx.gov
Kick off the holidays with a tree lighting
Hutto's yearly tree lighting festival will feature crafts, pictures with Santa and entertainment, including performances from the Farley Band and Hutto Choir. The evening will wrap up with the lighting of the downtown Hutto Christmas tree. 3-8 p.m. Free. East Street, Hutto. 512-759-4015. www.huttotx.gov
Shop at a farmers market
The Farmer George Farmers Market in Round Rock features an array of local farmers and vendors who sell fresh produce and baked goods. The Round Rock market takes place every Saturday year-round. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). 201 University Oaks Blvd., Round Rock. 956-286-7775. www.farmergeorge.market
Catch some live music at Hanovers
Southern rock group American Gypsy Band will play a show at Hanovers Draught Haus in downtown Pflugerville. General admission is free, but reserved tables are available for a fee. Hanovers is for patrons age 21 and up only in the evenings. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Free (general admission), $20-40 (reserved tables). Hanovers Draught Haus, 108 E. Main St., Pflugerville. 512-969-5027. www.instagram.com/hanoverstx