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Looking for something fun to do to kick off the new year? Here are 10 events happening in Georgetown in January.
Jan. 1: New Year’s Day Hike
Start the new year with a hike at one of Garey Park's hiking trails of varying lengths, elevations and difficulty levels. Entrance fees apply. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. $2 (residents), $4 (nonresidents). Garey Park, 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown. 512-930-6800. https://parks.georgetown.org/gareypark/visit
Every Tuesday: Half-price Tuesdays at Garey Park
Enjoy a reduced entrance fee to Garey Park every Tuesday through March. Guests can hike, visit the Play Ranch, bring dogs to play at the Dog Ranch, ride their horses on the trails or check out the park's stocked fishing ponds. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. $1 (residents), $2 (nonresidents). Garey Park, 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown. 512-930-6800. https://parks.georgetown.org/gareypark/visit
Every Wednesday: Music Bingo at Barrels & Amps
Play music bingo at Barrels & Amps while enjoying food and drinks every Wednesday in January. Barrels & Amps is a bar, restaurant and live music venue with over 70 beers on tap. 7-9 p.m. Free. Barrels & Amps, 718 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-688-5717. https://barrelsandamps.com/
Jan. 7-9: Harry Potter Movie Marathon
Spread across three days, watch all eight Harry Potter films indoors at the Georgetown Palace Theater. There will be a 30 minute break in between films and two seats of separation between parties. The films "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" and "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" will be shown Jan. 7; the films "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" and "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" will be shown Jan. 8; and the films "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince," "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1" and "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2" will be shown Jan. 9. 6 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.). Donation-based. Georgetown Palace Theatre, 810 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-869-7469. www.georgetownpalace.com
Jan. 15-17: The Music of Motown
Featuring Roderick Sandford and Kenny Williams, enjoy Motown classics with the Georgetown Palace Theatre. The event will take place indoors at the Springer Stage with two seats of separation between parties. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.). $24 (seniors, military and students), $26. Georgetown Palace Theatre, 810 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-869-7469. www.georgetownpalace.com
Jan. 16: Pistons on the Square
Check out antique, classic, muscle and late model cars and motorcycles on the Georgetown Square. The event is held monthly on the third Saturday of the month. 8-10 a.m. Free. Georgetown Square, 710 S. Main St., Georgetown. www.facebook.com/pistonsonthesquare
Jan. 23: Urban Cowboy dance night at Reunion Ranch
Enjoy a night of dancing to '60s, '70s and '80s country music hits. 6 p.m.-midnight. $10. Reunion Ranch, 850 CR 255, Georgetown. 512-515-6200. https://reunionranch1.com
Jan. 22-24: Music Gold featuring Judy Arnold
Spend an evening with Judy Arnold as she sings musical classics, such as "My Funny Valentine," "Heatwave," "Natural Woman," and more. The event will take place indoors with a two seat separation between parties. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sun.). $24 (seniors, military and students), $26. Georgetown Palace Theatre, 810 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-869-7469. www.georgetownpalace.com
Jan. 28-31: East View High School presents “Anastasia”
East View High School’s theater program presents their production of the Broadway musical “Anastasia.” The event will be livestreamed during its Thursday-Sunday performances with limited in-person seats for family members. 7 p.m. $15. 512-943-8100. www.evhstheater.com
Jan. 29: Silver Shells Shootout
Join a clay shoot, dinner and auction Jan. 29 to benefit Heroes Night Out, a Cedar Park-based nonprofit that supports veterans, service members, first responders and their families. Teams can register online. Reunion Ranch, 850 CR 255, Georgetown. 512-633-6281. www.silver-shells.com
