The holidays are the perfect time to find a bunch of fun, family-friendly activities. You can find sweet treats, more than one Christmas light show, and enough festive charm to get anyone in the mood for the holidays in Austin, Texas. It’s one of the best cities in the state to celebrate the holidays. So, if you want to bring the family together before the end of the year, you should do it in a luxury vacation rental through Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals. It’s the best way to experience a Christmas light show, ice skating, and more in Austin, Texas.
Best Family Christmas Events In Austin
Austin really shows its festive spirit in November and December. There are many interesting and exciting things to do, and we have some suggestions for those visiting Austin for the first time with their family. Continue reading to learn more about Austin’s most wonderful time of the year.
See The Holiday Lights
If you and your family enjoy the spectacle of thousands of lights illuminating the city, Austin has several light shows and ceremonies that will not disappoint.
Mozart’s Austin Holiday Light Show starts soon after Thanksgiving and lasts into January. Drink a hot chocolate and enjoy live music from some of Austin’s local musicians. You can also tour the light in various ways, such as from the water via a rental boat, dancing during one of the weekend silent discos, or from Mozart’s Coffee Roasters patio.
If you have limited mobility or would rather stay in a car, check out COTA’s Peppermint Parkway. You’ll have the opportunity to drive through COTA’s Tunnel Road, which features more than six million lights, dancing elves, and more characters. In Peppermint Plaza, you’ll find amusement rides, drinks, treats, and live music. This event runs from Nov. 22 to Dec. 29.
If you can’t get enough Christmas lights, you must see one of the best and brightest displays. Visit Johnson City for the Johnson City’s Annual Lights Spectacular. This free event involves around two million lights, which turn the downtown area from night to day. See the lights twinkle from the end of November through to January.
A Christmas Carol
One of the most popular shows at ZACH Theatre is the annual showing of A Christmas Carol. This Charles Dickens classic is reimagined with new upbeat songs that will get your family moving. The show runs for 2 hours and 20 minutes, and tickets are available from Nov. 20 to Dec. 29.
Ice Skating
Bring the family out on the ice in Austin. There are more than a few places to ice skate in winter. The Ice Rink at the Long Center has an amazing view of the Austin skyline and a festive display of lights and decorations for the holiday season.
The Ice & Field at The Crossover is just north of Austin and it’s a lovely place for skating or seeing a show. It’s an indoor skating rink, and they host some cool family-friendly events like their holiday ice show, “Holiday Magic—Ignite the Ice!” and a lighting ceremony. You can also skate with Buddy the Elf or The Grinch.
Watch Your Family’s Face Light Up
A Christmas light snow is one way to brighten anyone’s night in Austin, Texas. There is no better way to get in the holiday spirit than celebrating with your family in Austin this year. By booking directly with Walker Luxury Vacation Rentals, you can easily find holiday cheer in Austin and celebrate your way at one of our luxury vacation rentals.
