Whether people are looking to celebrate Chanukah, round out the Christmas season or ring in the new year, there’s something for everyone in the San Antonio-Austin metro area over the next few days. Note: This list is not comprehensive.

Wellness at the Tobin Center

Esta Noche Dance Company will be teaching all aspects of salsa and bachata dancing in the Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza venue at the Tobin Center. The classes are held every fourth Saturday of the month.
  • Dec. 28, 9 a.m.
  • Free, (parking starts at $15)
  • 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio
  • www.tobincenter.org
27th Annual Chanukah On The River

The Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning will celebrate Jewish unity and pride with an interactive boat ride on the River Walk, a performance by Nissan Black and a 9-foot Menorah lighting.
  • Dec. 30, 4 p.m.
  • Free, ($10 per person for boat ride)
  • Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita St., San Antonio
  • www.chabadsa.org
New Year’s Eve Silent Disco at REVL Social Club

Participants will be given complimentary headphones to listen to three different DJs. There will also be craft cocktails, bar games and a champagne toast at midnight.
  • Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • $20, ages 21 and up only
  • REVL Social Club, 16231 N. I-35 frontage road, Pflugerville
  • www.revlsocial.com
Noon Year’s Eve Party


Children can ring in the new year without staying up late. They will enjoy games, crafts, a dance party and a countdown to noon. Tickets are required for the event and can be picked up at the Youth Services Desk. Only ages 11 and under are allowed with an adult companion.
  • Dec. 31, 11 a.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Leander Public Library, 1011 Bagdad Road, Leander
  • www.leandertx.gov
Austin's New Year

Presented by the City of Austin and Visit Austin, this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration will be headlined by Third Eye Blind. There will be music, food, drinks, vendors and fireworks to ring in the new year at Auditorium Shores.Barton Springs Polar Splash

The Save Our Springs Alliance will host this all-day event to celebrate the new year. There will be commemorative t-shirts to purchase for $20 and coffee. Attendees can show up to jump into the frigid water at any time, but are encouraged to show up early.Polar Bear Plunge

Community members can participate in this annual tradition of leaping into a cold pool to celebrate the new year. Tickets come with a shirt and a ticket for door prizes.
  • Jan. 1, 10:30 a.m.-noon
  • Free (spectators), $10 (participants)
  • Robin Bledsoe Swimming Pool, 601 S. Bagdad Road, Leander
  • www.leandertx.gov/fun
New Year’s Renewal


Embrace the new year by completing 108 sun salutations to build strength and endurance while setting intentions for the future. There will be a sound healing bath, an optional ice plunge, mimosas, light snacks and a raffle.
  • Jan. 1, 10 a.m.-noon
  • $30
  • Moonshine Yoga, 15050 W. Hwy. 29, Ste. 130, Liberty Hill
  • www.moonshine.yoga
Lakeway Trail of Lights

The self-guided walking trail features a variety of holiday light installations.
  • Dec. 6-Jan. 1, 6 p.m.-midnight
  • Free (admission)
  • 105 Cross Creek Road, Lakeway and 1102 Lohmans Crossing Road, Lakeway
  • www.lakeway-tx.gov
Hill Country Galleria Ice Skating Rink

The Bee Cave on Ice grand opening will take place Saturday, Nov. 16, at 5 p.m. Figure skaters and a fire and ice performance will be featured.