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How to Spend Today: MLK Day 2026 in Austin

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Lacey Morris

MLK Day 2026 Events Today in Austin

Updated: Sunday, January 18, 2026 Austin honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today with a vibrant community festival and opportunities to join in on community service. It is a day dedicated to reflection, unity, and action across the Texas capital. The forecast for Austin today calls for a crisp morning with temperatures […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Events, Family Friendly

MLK Day Austin 2026: March, Festival & Events

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Lacey Morris

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Updated: Thursday, January 15, 2026 Jump to: MLK Day Austin March| MLK Weekend Activities (Jan 15 – 18) | MLK Day of Service Austin MLK Day Austin is more than a day off. It’s a full citywide “day on,” with a community march, a festival, service projects, and programs that run through MLK weekend. Here […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Family Friendly

Winter Family Fun: Kids Events in Austin in January 2026

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Lacey Morris

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Updated: Saturday, January 10, 2026 Jump To: January 9 – 11 | January 16 -18 | January 23 – 25 | January 30 – February 1  January in Austin is a month of new beginnings, where the city comes alive with a vibrant mix of winter festivals, fun outdoor events, and family-friendly fun. From new […]

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New Year Fireworks Austin: Where to Watch on New Year’s Eve

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Lacey Morris

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Last Updated – 27th December 2025 Jump to: Fireworks at Auditorium Shores | Free Places to Watch NYE Fireworks in Austin | Ticketed Fireworks Viewing| Weather Forecast Ready to ring in midnight under a sky full of color? Austin offers scenic overlooks, cozy gathering spaces, and lively public celebrations. So, pick your spot from our […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, Family Friendly

Christmas Day in Austin 2025 – Events, Food, Fun & More

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Lacey Morris

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Last Updated On – 23rd December, 2025 Jump to: Christmas-themed Events | Family-Friendly Activities | Volunteering | Free Events | Adults-Only Christmas Events | Where to Eat on Christmas Day | Last-Minute Shopping Christmas doesn’t end when the gifts are opened. In Austin, the day stretches into something more with time to explore, listen, gather, and […]

Filed Under: Activities, Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Entertainment, Family Friendly, Food & Drink, Shopping

Christmas Eve in Austin 2025 – Events, Food, Fun & More

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Samantha Saenz

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Last Updated On – 23rd December, 2025 Jump to: Christmas-themed Events | Family-Friendly Activities | Free Events | Adults-Only Christmas Events | Where to Eat on Christmas Eve | Last-Minute Shopping As the sun sets on December 24, Austin shifts into celebration mode. The air feels lighter, the city feels closer, and the night opens up […]

Filed Under: Activities, Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Family Friendly, Food & Drink, Shopping Tagged With: christmas

Peppermint Parkway Christmas Lights Austin 2025 – Tickets, Dates, Prices & What to Expect

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Emma B

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Last Updated On – 21st December, 2025 Peppermint Parkway is back for 2025 and ready to light up Austin with one of the city’s most magical holiday experiences. Held at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), this immersive Christmas lights event blends music, themed displays, drive-thru tunnels, walk-through attractions, and festive entertainment for all ages. If […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Family Friendly, Lights

Lakeway Trail of Lights Austin 2025 – Dates, Tickets, Parking, & Map (Verified Guide!)

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Austinot Contributor 1

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Last Updated On – 21st December, 2025 The Lakeway Trail of Lights is one of Austin’s most charming holiday traditions, attracting families, couples, and Christmas-light lovers from all around Central Texas. Set along the scenic Lakeway City Park Trail, this free walk-through experience features thousands of sparkling lights, themed displays, and festive touches that make […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Entertainment, Family Friendly, Lights

Johnson City Christmas Lights Spectacular 2025 – Dates, Parking, Tickets & Map (Verified Guide)

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Emma B

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Last Updated On – 21st December, 2025 The Johnson City Christmas Lights Spectacular is one of the most dazzling holiday displays in all of Texas. Known for its breathtaking PEC headquarters lighting, often called “Meteor Shower Alley,” the event attracts families from Austin, the Hill Country, and beyond. Here, you’ll also see Johnson City transform […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Family Friendly, Lights

Austin Volunteer Opportunities for the 2025 Holiday Season

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Bill Tucker

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Last Updated – 17th December 2025 Jump To: Christmas Day Volunteering | Holiday Meal Service | Toy Drives & Adopt-a-Family Programs | Animal Shelter Holiday Volunteering Austin Volunteer Opportunities during the holidays offer meaningful ways to support local families, seniors, animals, and individuals experiencing homelessness. Whether you’re hoping to help on Christmas Day, participate in […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas in Austin, Discoveries, Family Friendly

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