Last updated: November 11, 2024
Unveil the holiday magic in Hutto with our event guide. Whether you're a longtime Hutto dweller or a seasonal visitor, this guide has something for everyone.
Popular events during the holiday season include the stunning Austin Trail of Lights, where you can stroll through twinkling displays and festive decorations. You'll also find the enchanting Ballet Austin's "The Nutcracker," a beloved holiday tradition featuring dazzling choreography and beautiful music. And the Blue Genie Art Bazaar is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing unique local artwork and crafts perfect for holiday gifting. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Hutto Holiday Light Displays
Austin Trail of Lights
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday light displays with festive activities.
- Description
- The Austin Trail of Lights is a 60-year-old holiday tradition in Zilker Park, featuring over 2 million lights, 96 trees, and 70 festive displays. Visitors can stroll through the 1.25-mile walking trail, enjoy food and beverage vendors, and participate in various activities like the Candy Cane Lane and Santa's House.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Austin Trail of Lights
Hutto Holiday Markets and Shopping
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
- What to Expect
- Unique shopping experience with local artisans and free admission.
- Description
- The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a premier holiday shopping event in Austin, featuring over 200 regional artists and artisans selling handmade jewelry, artwork, home goods, and unique gifts.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Blue Genie Art Bazaar
German-Texan Heritage Society Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Authentic German Christmas decorations and traditional German Glühwein.
- Description
- The German-Texan Heritage Society Christmas Market transforms the German Free School and its gardens into a traditional German Christmas Market, offering authentic German decorations, hand-made crafts from the Erzgebirge region, and hot spiced wine. Kid-friendly activities and a visit from St. Nick make this event a delightful holiday experience.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : German-Texan Heritage Society Christmas Market
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
- What to Expect
- High-quality, unique handmade gifts and live music performances.
- Description
- The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is a vibrant fine art and music festival featuring over 200 local and national artists showcasing unique creations and captivating performances. Enjoy live music, festive decor, and a lively atmosphere with food and bars.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Holidays in Hutto
- What to Expect
- Traditional Tree Lighting and Drone Show in beautifully decorated Historic Downtown Hutto.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season in Hutto with a series of heartwarming events. Shop Small Saturday on November 30 features local businesses, followed by the traditional Tree Lighting and a spectacular Drone Show. The HippoClaus Crawl on December 7 offers a delightful evening of craft beverages, and the Hutto Holiday Market on December 14 transforms Historic Downtown Hutto into a classic winter market.
- Where
- Hutto | More Info : Holidays in Hutto
Hutto Holiday Market
- What to Expect
- Local artisans and vendors selling handmade gifts and seasonal items.
- Description
- The Hutto Holiday Market transforms Historic Downtown Hutto into a classic winter market, offering ideal gifts for special people on your list.
- Where
- Hutto | More Info : Hutto Holiday Market
Hutto Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Ballet Austin's "The Nutcracker"
- What to Expect
- World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
- Description
- Join Ballet Austin for the 62nd annual presentation of The Nutcracker, a timeless story of Clara's dream-inspired adventures through a twinkling winter setting. Featuring exquisite costumes, astonishing sets, and live accompaniment by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, this production showcases the artistry of over one hundred artists on stage.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Ballet Austin's "The Nutcracker"
Downtown Holiday Stroll
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday activities with local artisans and live performances.
- Description
- The Downtown Holiday Stroll is a free family-friendly event on Congress Avenue featuring artisan vendors, food trucks, photos with Santa, and live music. It includes a dog holiday costume contest, a Kwanzaa tribute, and the 30th annual tree lighting.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Downtown Holiday Stroll
Hutto Other Holiday Activities
Miracle on 5th Street
- What to Expect
- Interactive multi-room, multi-level Christmas pop-up experience.
- Description
- Miracle on 5th Street is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar featuring wall-to-wall Christmas decor, multiple bars, and cheery social experiences. Sip on holiday cocktails crafted by jolly staff, take photos in Santa’s Throne, and connect with friends and family in the most decked-out holiday bar in the city.
- Where
- Austin | More Info : Miracle on 5th Street
Christmas at The Farm
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday activities with Santa and real reindeer.
- Description
- At Sweet Eats Adventure Farm, Santa and his real-life reindeer are visiting for the holiday season. Enjoy a variety of activities including wagon rides, community campfires, apple cannons, pig races, pony rides, and a giant petting zoo. The farm also features a gingerbread house and special holiday events like breakfast and supper with Santa, as well as candy cane hunts.
- Where
- Georgetown | More Info : Christmas at The Farm