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Fareground
Sunday, September 8 - December 26, 2024 | View details for schedule

Screen on the Green: Football at Fareground

Fareground presents, Screen on the Green: Football at Fareground. Join us in the plaza as we project UT Football, Sunday Night, Monday Night and Thursday Night NFL. Come hang out, grab a drink, grab a bite at any of our 6 eateries and cheer on your favorite team.

Family Friendly
Food + Drink
Free Event
Outdoors
Fareground
Thursday, October 17 - November 30, 2024 | View details for schedule

Cooking Classes at Fareground

Discover the joy of learning how to master a variety of recipes and techniques in a relaxed, social setting. Two hours of fun with a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef ends in a delicious adventure.

Arts + Culture
Food + Drink
Republic Square
Saturday, November 2 - 30, 2024 | View details for schedule

Sustainable Food Center Downtown Farmer’s Market

Visit SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown and discover Austin’s fresh and vibrant local food scene. We bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products. Explore a wide array of fresh produce and artisanal goods, knowing that everything is sourced ethically and locally. SNAP and WIC accepted.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Food + Drink
Free Event
Outdoors
Republic Square
Wednesday, November 13 - 30, 2024 | View details for schedule

Las Calaveras

The Calaveras at Republic Square is a temporary art installation, part of a heritage grant awarded by the Economic Development Department at the City of Austin to the Downtown Austin Alliance, in partnership with Mexic-Arte Museum. The Calaveras of Republic Square features four sugar skulls arranged in a cross pattern, each representing a different aspect of Mexican American and Austin history. This art installation will be on display at Republic Square throughout the month of November.

Arts + Culture
Outdoors
The Eleanor
Friday, November 15 - December 28, 2024 | View details for schedule

Miracle On 5th Street

Featuring wall-to-wall Christmas decor, multiple bars, cheery social experiences, and a whole lot of Christmas spirits; Visit Miracle on 5th Street for Downtown holiday cheer!

Food + Drink
The Dead Rabbit
Tuesday, November 19 - January 5, 2024 | View details for schedule

Jingle Jangle

ingle Jangle is a nostalgic celebration of Irish family festivities, featuring warming, seasonal dishes served alongside kitsch-themed cocktails, over-the-top decor, and a magical Christmas soundtrack with all your favorite hits.

Food + Drink
Devil May Care
Wednesday, November 20 - December 28, 2024 | View details for schedule

Devil May Christmas

Sip on limited-edition cocktails inspired by the season's boldest flavors, and experience the unexpected magic of the holidays. Get ready for an unforgettable season of electric vibes and mischievous cheer at Devil May Christmas.

Food + Drink
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

November Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Professional Development + Education
Azul
Thursday, November 21 - December 29, 2024 | View details for schedule

Yule At Azul

Cozy up under Azul's rooftop heaters, enjoy the best views in Austin, and let the holiday spirit take over!

Food + Drink
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Republic Square
Friday, November 22, 2024 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

CAN I KICK IT? Presents The Last Dragon

The Downtown Austin Alliance is teaming up with Shaolin Jazz to present the CAN I KICK IT? Downtown Austin Movie Series in Republic Square.

Comedy + Film
Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Artisan Mercado

Mexican & Latin American art and arts and crafts at indoor market in downtown Austin for 7 Saturdays- Oct. 5,19; Nov. 16,23 ; Dec. 7,14,21.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Fairmont Austin
Tuesday, November 26 - December 28, 2024 | View details for schedule

Ugly Sweater

Jingle & mingle alongside sleighs and skyline views at Fairmont's holiday pop-up at Rules & Regs, where kitschy cheer meets festive fun and fare.

Food + Drink
Downtown-wide in Austin
Thursday, November 28, 2024 | 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Thundercloud Subs Turkey Trot

Start your Thanksgiving Day at the 34th Annual Turkey Trot with Thundercloud Subs. Begin at the Long Center and go around downtown on the five-mile run or the one-mile walk, all to benefit our friends at Caritas of Austin. Parts of Caser Chavez, Lavaca, Colorado and the 1st Street Bridge will be closed for the trot.

Family Friendly
Fitness + Wellness
Outdoors
Hilton Austin
Friday, November 29 - January 1, 2024 | View details for schedule

Mr. Bo-Jingles

Decorated with a giant, 20-foot sparkling disco guitar, a shimmering, life-size Texas flag, and candy cane-wrapped columns, celebrate the holiday season at Hilton Austin.

Food + Drink
Marlow
Tuesday, December 3 - 29, 2024 | View details for schedule

Merry Merry Marlow

Marlow will be decked out in tasteful holiday decorations, host special holiday cabaret events and give out holiday goodies throughout December.

Food + Drink
Long Center
Friday, December 6 - 23, 2024 | View details for schedule

The Nutcracker Ballet

Enjoy this Christmas classic performed by Ballet Austin featuring exquisite costumes and astonishing sets. Enjoy the artistry of a cast of more than one hundred artists with the live accompaniment by the Austin Symphony Orchestra bringing Tchaikovsky’s timeless score to life.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Live Music
Performing Arts
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Congress Avenue
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll

Join KUT, KUTX & the Downtown Austin Alliance for our 30th Annual Tree Lighting, Sing-Along and Stroll.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Artisan Mercado

Mexican & Latin American art and arts and crafts at indoor market in downtown Austin for 7 Saturdays- Oct. 5,19; Nov. 16,23 ; Dec. 7,14,21.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Republic Square
Saturday, December 7 - 28, 2024 | View details for schedule

Sustainable Food Center Downtown Farmer’s Market

Visit SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown and discover Austin’s fresh and vibrant local food scene. We bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products. Explore a wide array of fresh produce and artisanal goods, knowing that everything is sourced ethically and locally. SNAP and WIC accepted.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Food + Drink
Free Event
Outdoors
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Humanities Texas Holiday Book Fair

Humanities Texas will host its fourteenth annual Holiday Book Fair at the historic Byrne-Reed House in Austin on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Arts + Culture
Free Event
DASA Program Event
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | View details for schedule

“Best of Texas” Fashion Showroom

Central Texas Fashion Coalition facilitates a variety of community based initiatives throughout the year to help slow fashion professionals grow their businesses/careers. These initiatives are generally collaborative-working with other local industry professionals to create opportunities that benefit all.

Arts + Culture
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Artisan Mercado

Mexican & Latin American art and arts and crafts at indoor market in downtown Austin for 7 Saturdays- Oct. 5,19; Nov. 16,23 ; Dec. 7,14,21.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Saturday, December 14 - 15, 2024 | View details for schedule

On a Winter’s Eve: Happy Holidays

Join the Austin Civic Orchestra this December to get your fill of holiday cheer at our On a Winter’s Eve: Happy Holidays concert! We are so excited to collaborate with Chorus Austin to bring you some of your holiday favorites and new classics this season. We look forward to sharing the magic of the season with you!

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Live Music
Performing Arts
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, December 19, 2024 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

December Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Artisan Mercado

Mexican & Latin American art and arts and crafts at indoor market in downtown Austin for 7 Saturdays- Oct. 5,19; Nov. 16,23 ; Dec. 7,14,21.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
DASA Program Event
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Republic Square
Sunday, April 13, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Central City Gospel Jazz Festival at Republic Square

Exciting performances by Christoper D Spivey & Company and the Pamela Hart Sextet. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy food from the vendors on site as you soak in the sweet sounds of jazz and gospel. Promotional support from KAZI.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Performing Arts

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