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Check out six events for locals to attend in East Austin this November. Activities include stopping by the Miracle on 5th Street holiday pop-up bar or attending the Texas Book Festival in downtown.
This list is not comprehensive, and all events are subject to change.
Austin Food & Wine Festival
The 15th annual food and wine festival will highlight national and local chefs, restaurants, spirits and wines. Attendees can expect to see live demonstrations, tastings and hands-on grilling.
Nov. 6-8
$185-$205 (one-day tickets), $280 (weekend pass), $750 (VIP access)
900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin
Miracle on 5th Street
A holiday pop-up will return to The Eleanor for the 10th year. Miracle on 5th Street will feature holiday cheer and themed drinks. A percentage of proceeds from merchandise and to-go cocktails will be donated to SAFE Alliance, Austin Pets Alive! and Seva Foundation.
Nov. 12-Dec. 30
$10 (general admission), $20 (VIP soft opening admission)
307 W. 5th St., Ste. A, Austin
Creek Show
Waterloo Greenway will transform into an immersive light show with 10 light-based installations from local artists.
Nov. 13-21, 6-9 p.m.
$10 (general admission), free (children ages four and younger)
Waterloo Greenway, 703 1/2 E. 4th St., Austin (entrance)
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
The annual art bazaar will return in November, with an array of handmade and unique products from over 200 artists.
Nov. 13-Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Free (admission)
6100 Airport Blvd., Austin
Texas Book Festival
The largest book event in Texas will return to Austin, featuring programming for all ages, including book signings, author panels, cooking demonstrations and more.
Nov. 14-15
Free (admission)
Downtown Austin, various locations
36th Annual ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot
Locals can kick off Thanksgiving Day with a turkey trot. Walkers and runners will gather at The Long Center to navigate either a 5-mile or 1-mile course. Individuals can also participate virtually, with prices varying by event. All proceeds benefit Caritas of Austin.
Nov. 26; 8:15 a.m. (Stepping Stone School Kids K), 8:25 a.m. (wheelchair start), 8:30 a.m. (timed 5-mile run), 9:15 a.m. (untimed 5-mile run), 9:50 a.m. (1 mile walk/run)
$15 (Stepping Stone School Kids K), $25-$35 (1 mile walk/run), $30-$40 (untimed 5-mile run), $35-$45 (timed 5-mile run)
701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin
