Wilson AC & Appliance is hosting the annual benefit that honors Jerry Lou Dodson. Stop by Wilson to make a donation to local food pantry Helping Hands and receive a box of cookies. Wilson AC & Appliance will match up to $5,000 of the donations received for Helping Hands. Bakers are welcome to volunteer to make cookies for the benefit Dec. 7 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cookie pickup will be that same afternoon or the morning of Dec. 8 while supplies last. Cookies are purchased by donation. Wilson AC & Appliance Showroom, 4205 E. Hwy. 290, Dripping Springs. 512-894-0907
Dec. 3-4, 7-11, 14-23, 26: EmilyAnn Trail of Lights
The 24th annual EmilyAnn Trail of Lights includes 8 acres of lighted exhibits and is open on select December dates. Some nights will feature live entertainment next to a yule log with complimentary hot chocolate. Santa Claus attends as well to greet everyone. On Dec. 10, EmilyAnn will celebrate the fourth annual Chocolate Night in which guests can purchase tickets to sample chocolates from various vendors. The Trail of Lights is free to attend, but donations to the EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens, an outdoor performing arts theater, are accepted. 1101 RR 2325, Wimberley
Dec. 10-11: Caliterra Hill Country Holiday Bazaar
The Holiday Bazaar at Caliterra is a two-day event with specialized local artists at the bazaar. There will be crafts, chocolate, music and food trucks. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Dec. 10), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Dec. 11). Free. 26025 RR 12, Dripping Springs
Dec. 10: Holiday and Craft Market at Nutty Brown
Hand Made Co-op will host its annual Holiday and Craft Market at Nutty Brown. The shop will have more than 25 vendors and will be spread out in over five acres, including in the barn. The event includes food, music and locally made goods. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 12919 Nutty Brown Road, Austin. 512-270-0435
Dec. 10: Kris Kringle Market and Photos with Santa
On Dec. 10-11, 12 Fox Beer Co. will host a Kris Kingle Market featuring unique local vendors. Santa Claus will arrive at 1 p.m. and stay till 4 p.m. for photos. Noon-5 p.m. Free. 4700 W. Fitzhugh Road, Dripping Springs
Dec. 15: Christmas Trivia at Beerburg Brewing
Three rounds of Christmas and holiday-themed trivia will be played at Beerburg Brewing on Dec. 15. Teams of up to six can sign up to play with a donation from each team member to the Central Food Bank. The top two teams will win a prize, as will the winner of an ugly sweater contest. 6 p.m. 13476 Fitzhugh Road, Austin
Dec. 17: Santa photos on Mercer Street
CaffGroup | Keller Williams will host Santa on Mercer Street, featuring an opportunity for families to get photos with Santa. There will be a basket raffle of donated items from local shops on Mercer Street. The event will help raise money for local neonatal intensive care unit families and nurses this holiday season. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 310 Mercer St, Dripping Springs.
Dec. 17: Holiday Market at Vista Brewing
Vista Brewing will host an artisan market of local makers. It will include a build-your-own gift basket station, and the restaurant will be open. Noon. Free. 13551 FM 150 W., Driftwood
Dec. 18: Holiday Goat Cuddles
Fitzhugh Brewing will host Holiday Goat Cuddles, where goats with holiday sweaters will be available to pet. Each ticket comes with one free beer. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $15 (under age 18), $22 (adults). 15435 Fitzhugh Road, Dripping Springs
Dec. 18: Deep in Drag Holiday Experience
The Deep in Drag Holiday Experience hosted by Nadine Hughes with DJ Donavin Velez will include a costume contest, games and prizes. The event is for age 18 and up only and will take place at Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tickets start at $15. 2250 Hwy. 290, Dripping Springs.
Dec. 18: Holiday Drag Brunch
Beerburg Brewing will have Holiday Drag Bingo during brunch and will be hosted by Cupcake for four rounds of bingo and drag entertainment. Cards will be distributed beginning at 11 a.m. with the first round starting at 11:30 a.m. To play, attendees should bring one item to donate to the Central Texas Food Bank. 13476 Fitzhugh Road, Austin
