Things to do in Austin this week | Image credit: Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Our top choices for things to do in Austin this Week of November 21, 2022, include Ice Rodeo by Four Season Hotel, Eureka Room, Tom Hanksgiving, and more! Austin is now among the fastest-growing metroplexes in the US! Keeping up with the growth, luckily, there’s plenty going on in Austin all days of the week.
There are things to do on Monday in Austin, of course, things to do in Austin on Saturday night, and everything in between! Some of you may be looking for things to do in Austin with family, while others may be focused on free things to do in Austin this week. Either way, you can be sure that we have you covered in our list below.
Deal Alert – Get the highly-rated Live Music Austin Crawl tour for just $85 for 2 adults!
Experience Austin’s live music scene on a tour led by a guide. Visit as many as three iconic clubs and up-and-coming venues and enjoy hearing live music with a group of fun fellow travelers. Don’t get caught listening to cover bands, listen to authentic music in one of the world’s music capitals.
- Live music tour in Austin Provides a great overview for first-time visitors
- Listen to a variety of live music at several venues
- Learn about the history of the Texas state capital
Get more information and book your Live Music Austin Crawl tour TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin on Monday, November 21, 2022
Grill and Chill On The Lawn
Bring the whole crew over at The Magdalena this Monday and enjoy a classic cookout for an extended Thanksgiving holiday celebration! They will be serving unlimited grilled eats that pair perfectly with an optional wine flight add-on. There will also be plenty of lawn games so make the most of the cooler weather and just chill.
When: Monday, November 21, 2022, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Hotel Magdalena, 1101 Music Ln, Austin, TX 78704
How Much: $25
Fun Austin events on Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Sofar Sounds – North Loop
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Discover amazing artists, discover unique spaces, and jam with a community of people who love a little thrill and adventure with their music with Sofar Sounds’ event at North Loop this Tuesday!
Bring your friends or a date and enjoy a unique experience with these intimate gigs that bring magic back to live music.
When: Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Where: North Loop, Austin
How Much: $18
Things to do in Austin this Week – Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Sense and Sensibility by Austin Shakespeare
Get to enjoy Jane Austen’s clever and comedic storytelling with this tale of two sisters and three gentlemen.
Here, sisters Elinor Dashwood, the sensible one, and Marianne Dashwood, the impulsive one, meet the wildly romantic John Willoughby, the reserved Mr. Edward Ferrars, and the more mature Colonel Brandon. Watch and see how their relations evolve.
The story will be brought to life by a diverse cast of 17 actors and will feature dazzling Regency costumes and dances.
When: Wednesday, November 23 – 27, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
How much: $20 – $42
Eureka Room
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Precisely what happens in the Eureka Room is hard to describe.
What the outside world knows is that it’s an absurd participatory experience where you can engage with playful and curious programming within a one-of-a-kind 100-square-foot room filled with light and sound. It’s accompanied by an original soundtrack and videos. And you will be guided through a series of low-impact and absolutely funny activities.
It’s a great activity for groups of friends or simply a group of people looking for an hour of low-commitment, no-stress laughter, and play injected into their day.
Take note, if you plan to visit, please book in advance. Participants must also be above 16.
When: Wednesday, November 23 – December 30, 2022 | 1 p.m.
Where: The Eureka Room – A Unique and Fun Austin Experience, 1408 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
How much: $25
Tom Hanksgiving
If you’re a fan of Tom Hanks, this is your chance to show your love and appreciation for the great actor. This Wednesday, Austin Beerworks will be kicking off the Thanksgiving weekend with their very first Austin Beerworks Tom Hanksgiving!
Why Tom Hanks you ask? It’s because he’s one of the brewery’s favorite actors and they want to give thanks for the work he’s done. Come dressed in your best Tom Hanks costume! The more creative, the better!
There will be a costume contest where you can win special prizes. And there will be a trivia game too so better refresh on those Tom Hanks facts!
When: Wednesday, November 23, 2022 | 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Austin Beerworks, 3001 Industrial Terrace, Austin, TX 78758
How much: Free
Deal Alert – Check out the Austin Ghost and Bat Segway Tour for just $69.99 for 2 adults!
Discover another side of Austin on a 2.5-hour Segway tour that features bats and ghosts. Offered from March to October, this nighttime ride through downtown Austin visits haunted hotels and buildings, famous landmarks, and the world’s largest urban bat colony. See the Texas State Capitol Building, Lady Bird Lake, Austin Convention Center, the 6th Street Entertainment district, Moonlight Towers, and more
- Learn to ride a Segway in a few easy steps
- Hear the ghostly tales behind Austin’s historic buildings
- Look for bats from the huge bat colony at the Congress Avenue Bridge
- See landmarks including the Texas State Capitol building and Austin Convention Center
Get more information and book your Austin Ghost and Bat Segway tour TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin this Week – Thursday, November 24, 2022
Ice Rodeo by Four Season
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Get your skating boots on! Skate beneath the stars overlooking beautiful Lady Bird Lake at Four Season’s Ice Rodeo! It features an outdoor ice rink, firepits to roast yummy s’mores, and cozy “cabins” where you can chill out with friends and family with festive food and drinks. Set dates now!
When: Thursday, November 24 – January 8, 2022 | 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Four Seasons Hotel Austin, 98 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
How much: Prices vary per package
Carpenters Hall – Thanksgiving Dinner
If you want to change things up this year and not have to prepare Thanksgiving dinner on your own at home, stop by Carpenters Hall for a scrumptious Thanksgiving feast!
You have the choice to avail of the meal as a full course three-course prix-fixe or dine a la carte. A special Holiday Punch cocktail will also be available.
For the menu, the first course includes Butternut Squash Bisque| Asian pear, miso, and pepitas ($13). The second course follows with a turkey dinner featuring carved roast turkey, potato parsnip puree, cranberry-orange relish, roasted green beans, country-style stuffing, and turkey gravy ($36). Last but not least, the third course includes pumpkin pie | whipped cream Fraiche, pumpkin pie spice, and toasted pepita.
Get ready to feast!
When: Thursday, November 24, 2022 |11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Carpenters Hall, 400 Josephine St, Austin, TX 78704
How much: Prices vary
Things to do in Austin on Friday, November 25, 2022
Peppermint Parkway
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The Circuit of the America’s will come to life this holiday season with a one-mile drive-thru display of lights as well as a plaza full of music, food, and magic on select nights.
You can interact with live characters at The Parkway including dancing gingerbread men, roller-skating snowflakes, and everyone’s favorite holiday grump, the Grinch. Then, you can climb up the COTA Candy Cane, COTA’s 251-ft tall observation tower where you can enjoy views of the Parkway and illuminated Austin skyline.
This year, a new addition to the event is the opportunity to pick up your own Christmas tree from Wonder Woods. If you’re up for some food and shopping, you can visit the new Holiday Market where you can get homemade sweet treats, gifts, and holiday swag for the kids.
If you’re a race fan, you can also join the Candy Cane Cruise where you can take your own car for an exclusive parade lap on COTA’s famous 3.41 mile FIA–grade Formula 1 track.
When: Friday, November 25 – December 30, 2022 | 6 p.m.
Where: Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd, Austin, TX 78617
How much: $35
Deal Alert – Food Tour of Downtown Austin – 2 adults for just $87
Stroll through the streets of downtown Austin on a guided urban gastronomy experience. Explore the city’s central and historic area and sample numerous foods—from BBQ brisket to Austin=style breakfast tacos. Along the way, you’ll discover some of the city’s popular sights and attractions. This tour is ideal for foodies and hungry visitors. The tour departs from a convenient location in the middle of Austin. What’s Included
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Austin-style breakfast taco
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Central Texas pit-style BBQ brisket
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Authentic Italian cannoli with a twist
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Chicken and potato tamales with black bean dip
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Gourmet doughnut
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Our delicious Secret Dish
Get more information and book your Food Tour of Downtown Austin TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin on Saturday – November 26, 2022
Screen on the Green: Home Alone
Home Alone is just one of those films that will never get old. No matter your age, this film will still delight you to no end.
This weekend, get to watch it under the stars with your friends, date, or family. Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs as well as your snacks. You can also purchase an assortment of seasonal concession specials from popcorn and cotton candy to $4 happy hour drinks.
When: Saturday, November 26, 2022, 6 p.m.
Where: Fareground Austin, 111 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
How Much: Free
Things to do in Austin on Sunday, November 27, 2022
Blood Over Texas: Horror for the Holidays 8
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Just because Halloween is over doesn’t mean the scares stop even with the holidays coming up, especially with the 8th annual Horror for the Holidays event, the biggest horror-themed Christmas market in Austin. It’s back in the city to spread some holiday fear with wickedly fun events.
Enjoy killer fun with friends at all the attractions and the Krampus parade. And grab some photos with the hoards of creatures walking throughout the venue. And, of course, don’t forget to check out all the dark vendors offering T-shirts, apparel, collectibles, vinyl, art, gifts, and so much more!
The holidays have never been more deliciously scary.
When: Sunday, November 27, 2022, 5 p.m.
Where: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
How Much: $10
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