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‘Tis the season to celebrate all the wonderful joys of Christmas and Hanukkah in Austin.
In the spirit of the season, our family at Le Montreaux apartments in Austin has gathered some of our favorite holiday happenings to help you create magical memories this season.
Don’t forget to explore both of our blogs, as many events will light up the month with cheer.
Wherever you go, or whatever you do, our family at Le Montreaux wishes you a joyful and safe holiday season!
Miracle on 5th Street
The Eleanor
Have you experienced this delightful twist on a classic holiday movie? Mark your calendars! Imagine wall-to-wall decor, pop-up Christmas-themed cocktail bars, and an abundance of holly jolly happenings to warm your spirits!
Peppermint Parkway
Circuit of The Americas
Step into a dazzling winter wonderland at Peppermint Parkway! This year, the Circuit of The Americas transforms into a magical walk-through experience featuring shimmering light displays, a charming Christmas village where you can capture unforgettable moments with Santa, and ride on the new Circuit Breaker roller coaster!
Mozart’s Festival of Lights
Mozart’s Coffee Roasters
Warm up with a cozy cup of hot chocolate as you marvel at Mozart’s enchanting lights display, beautifully synchronized to cheerful holiday music. It’s a delightful way to celebrate the season nightly from November through January!
Laminations
Lady Bird Park
Laminations is back this winter! Celebrate the season under a canopy of twinkling lights. Stroll through glowing garden paths, enjoy live music each night, and treat yourself to hot chocolate, churros, and festive photo opportunities!
Ballet Austin's "The Nutcracker"
Long Center for the Performing Arts
Experience the enchanting magic of the holidays with Ballet Austin’s annual performance of "The Nutcracker." This beloved tradition features mesmerizing choreography set to the beautiful music of the Austin Symphony Orchestra.
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‘Tis the season for event after event after event. When it comes to the holidays, Austin’s jam-packed with festivals, fairs, and parties to end the year. Here’s our list of 25 things to do before the 25th.
What started as a holiday project by one Austin resident has now turned into holiday tradition. Take a stroll down 37th Street to experience some of the most colorful and quirkiest light decorations in the city.
Dec. 14-31
519 W. 37th Street
New this year to the Hill Country Galleria, the Holiday Village features Santa’s Workshop, dance and choir performances, and local artisan vendors to help with last-minute Christmas shopping. And, of course, expect plenty of family photo-ops.
Select dates from Nov. 23 through Dec. 24.
12700 Hill Country Blvd.
Gingerbread House Decorating Party at Eberly
Enjoy drinks and small bites while crafting the perfect gingerbread house. No experience? No worries. All supplies will be provided and pastry chef Sarah Seghi will help guide guests to build their sweet creation.
Dec. 15, 6-9 p.m.
615 S. Lamar Blvd.
Christmas Light Show at Mozart’s
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a cup of something hot while you watch Mozart’s annual Christmas light show, featuring over 1 million LED lights synched to classic holiday songs. Admission is free and there’s no assigned seating, making it easy to enjoy with friends and family.
Nov. 21 – Jan. 5, 6-11 p.m.
3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy Austin’s staple holiday tradition, now in its 55th year at Zilker Park. Along with more than 60 displays and 2 million lights, the Trail of Lights features food trucks, local music, movies, merchants, and more. (Pro-tip: skip the line and buy your tickets online.)
Dec. 10-23, 7-10 p.m.
Zilker Park
Fetes de Fleurs Austin will be providing all supplies, including greenery and holiday ribbon for you to make the perfect holiday wreath. Also included: light snacks and 10% off at the shop.
Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m.
2700 W. Anderson Lane Ste. 410
Looking to escape the throngs of last minute shoppers? Check out our guide to Christmas movie showings around town.
Ballet Austin – The Nutcracker
Now in its 57th year, The Nutcracker by Ballet Austin comes complete with beautiful sets, costumes, and choreography by artistic director, Stephen Mills. With over 200 dancers, the show is sure to stun … and to sell out. (We suggest snagging tickets as soon as possible.)
Dec. 7-23
701 W. Riverside Drive
Stop by the annual German-Texan Christmas Market on Dec. 7 and shop a variety of handcrafted and authentic German goods. Don’t forget to stick around for treats, like Gluehwein (hot spiced wine), Silke’s German Gourmet Cookies, and other home-baked items.
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
507 E. 10th Street
Teddy Bear Tea at Four Seasons
Get cozy at the Four Seasons with a special reading of The Night Before Christmas by Santa himself, along with tea service and caroling. Don’t forget to bring a new unwrapped teddy bear to be donated to some of Austin’s non-profit organizations.
Dec. 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Jose Hernandez, known as a mariachi master, is taking his rich cultural heritage and adding some Christmas flair. Catch Mariachi Sol De Mexico De Jose Hernandez at the Moody Theater for some holiday favorites.
Dec. 22, 8 p.m.
310 Willie Nelson Blvd.
Lumination Garden Holiday Lights
Take a nighttime stroll through the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center while thousands of luminarias light the way. The two week event features newly lit trails and a special performance of Blue Lapis Light’s “Oneness of Being,”aerial dance choreography, making for an ethereal holiday experience.
Dec. 5-8 and 12-15, 6-10 p.m.
4801 La Crosse Ave.
See Dripping Springs transformed with holiday spirit at the 15th Annual Christmas on Mercer Street. Visitors can enjoy a family-friendly day featuring arts and crafts, shopping, live entertainment, a petting zoo, a trackless train, pony rides, and more. The best part? Admission is free.
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mercer Street, Dripping Springs
Still looking for that perfect Christmas present? Spend a day at the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, an Austin holiday staple featuring nearly 200 local and touring artists and makers to shop from, and you’ll be set. Expect live music from 36 bands, (Austin legends and newcomers alike), and food from local vendors.
Dec. 13-23, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Palmer Events Center
Although outdoor ice skating rinks are few and far between in central Texas, Chaparral Ice brings the fun of ice skating indoors. While offering a slew of classes for skaters of any level, public skating hours are also available. For an experience closer to home, check out the Rooftop Rink at Whole Foods Market’s downtown flagship store.
Sub out your old plastic tree this year with a fresh fir or pine tree to bring some life to your living room for the holidays. We suggest stopping by the Optimist Club of Austin—not only do they offer 5 different breeds of evergreen to choose from, but all profits go to local charity.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Live Musical
See your favorite reindeer brought to life for one night only at the Cedar Park Center. Wind down the weekend by watching Bumble the Abominable Snowman, the Misfit Toys, and of course Rudolph himself dance and sing.
Dec. 29, 3 p.m.
2100 Avenue Of The Stars
Austin’s very own Molly Burch is throwing a Christmas party like no other with holiday drinks, a photo booth, and a performance of her Christmas album in its entirety. Belt out “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” and “Last Christmas” with Burch during this special holiday show.
Dec. 13, 8 p.m.
1607 San Jacinto Blvd.
Spend your Saturday morning with the Grinch! This family event features a petting zoo, face painting, a donut wall, hot cocoa bar, holiday craft stations, snow fall, pictures with the Grinch, and more. Rumor has it that stylists will be in attendance, ready to transform kids’ hair into classic Whoville fashion. Not only is this event a fun way to start off your weekend, it also benefits Partnerships for Children and proceeds go toward children in Child Protective Services.
Dec. 7, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
516 E. Sixth Street
Austin has no shortage of festive holiday bars to spice up the season. Pop on your Santa hat and duck into some of the city’s most intricately decorated venues, featuring Christmas cocktails, comfy chairs, and plenty of holiday spirit. Here’s our guide to the best.
Bundle up and enjoy an evening on the capitol grounds for Austin’s 25th annual singalong and tree lighting countdown. Get there early to peruse the holiday market and introduce Santa to your kiddos, before the city’s dazzling display of Christmas tree lights turn on and signal the official beginning of the holiday season.
Dec. 7, 5-10 p.m.
Texas State Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave.
Community First! Village of Lights
The Community First Village of Lights is returning for a fourth year with all the necessary stops to put you in a festive mood—an Advent market selling homemade gifts by formerly homeless craftsmen and women, seasonal sips and treats by The Community Grille, and a choreographed light show synchronized holiday music and featuring a whopping total of 200,000 lights.
Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m.
9301 Hog Eye Road
Don’t miss the 53rd lighting of the iconic Zilker Holiday Tree, which has received a glow-up this year, featuring mostly LED lights in a bid to become more sustainable. Try keeping your balance spinning under the 155-foot original moonlight tower adorned with red, yellow, blue, and green bulbs and keep your hands warm with a creamy hot chocolate from one of the nearby vendors.
Lighting ceremony: Dec. 1, 5:30 p.m. to midnight
Duration: Dec. 1 to Jan. 1, 6 p.m. to midnight
2100 Barton Springs Road
Looking for an excuse to get out of the cold? Head down to Come and Take It Live dressed in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater and take in the live performances from five different artists.
Dec 20, 7:00 p.m.
2015 E. Riverside Drive, Bldg. 4
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, where you can find items ranging from ceramics to jewelry to clothing, all made by local artists. Meander around the walls of photography with your family, or take yourself on a date as you peruse the aisles and support the Austin art community.
Nov. 22 to Dec. 24, 10 a.m to 10 p.m (Dec. 24: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
6100 Airport Blvd.
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Inside or out, grab your friends and family and get ready for all the fun that to be found just outside of our apartment community at LeMontreaux in Austin.
December 12
The mission of the Big as Texas Short Film Festival is to “strive to acknowledge as many high-quality films as possible from all over the world.” The festival features dozens of great indie films, and awards some of the top from each year with a grand celebration including red carpet and director Q&As.
December 12
Luminations ~ The wildflower center is turned into a winter wonderland by thousands of luminaries and lights. The event benefits the Wildlife Center, as well as Capital Area Food Bank, so you can get in the giving spirit surrounded by beauty.
December 20
The Gospel According to Jazz Christmas ~ Kirk Whalum, a 12 time Grammy nominated saxophonist, comes to Austin to feed your soul with his jazz renditions of holiday tunes.
January 7 – 10
Annual Outdoor Sporting Show ~ It’s the Central Texas’ greatest outdoor sporting show which is great for kids of all ages! Check out the latest in boating & RV fun in this multi-day event. Click here to grab a coupon before you buy tickets.
Jan 1-10
Austin Free Week ~ Hundreds of Austin bands showcase their skills for free during this annual festival of free tunes.
Venues vary so visit their website by clicking here.
January 16
Star Wars Family Fun Fest ~ It’s all things Star Wars and it’s a must do in January! Go see the newest film (or see it again) in IMAX® 3D on the biggest screen in Texas.
January 9 & February 27, 2016
Westcave Preserve ~ Take a tour of the night skies at Westcave, a dark sky location convenient to the Austin area. Star nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope.
January 18, 2016
Martin Luther King March & Festival ~ The Annual Community March celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. After the march, a Celebration Festival and Community Food Drive will take place all day featuring vendors & local musical artists.
Anytime
Texas Military Forces Museum
Spend a chilly day checking out the BG John C.L. Scribner Texas Military Forces Museum and see some pretty cool exhibits – tanks, helicopters, war vehicles, a chunk of the Berlin Wall, and more.
Have fun out there!
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As we all continue to hope for a safe and memorable holiday, the local businesses throughout Austin, Texas, are finalizing their plans for what is always a spectacular time of the year.
For this month’s blog, we have reviewed a variety of on-line resources to find you some fun things to do with family and friends that may be visiting you at your own cozy apartment home at LeMontreaux.
November 24, 2016 / 25th Annual Turkey Trot
Whether you want to run or walk to find room for your upcoming delicious Turkey Dinner, this 26th annual event that is sponsored by Thundercloud Subs is a great way to get outside for some fresh air for a good cause that benefits the Caritas of Austin. For complete details, visit Thundercloud Sub’s website by clicking here.
November 24, 2016 / Operation Turkey
Some say this day is the best day to get out and about to help others give thanks for your generous time and support to good causes. And the annual Operation Turkey is a great way to do so. There are plenty of opportunities to help no matter what your age or ability. For more information, visit Operation Turkey by clicking here.
November 23 – December 31 / A Christmas Carol
We can’t think of a better way to get into the mood about the holiday season. If you have never seen the classic Broadway Show “A Christmas Carol”, this is the year to do so. And there’s no better place than Austin to see this magnificent recreation that promises to keep you rockin’ throughout the holiday. It’s a ‘fresh and inspired’ version of the classic production with a modern score that spans all genres and generations. Get your tickets now by clicking here.
November 25 – 26 / “Annie” – Live on Stage
Forget the football for just a few hours and get the family out to enjoy a true holiday event as the Long Center presents one of the best-loved musicals, “Annie”. Ticket are now available and can be purchased at the Center or through their website. ANNIE is a Broadway classic featuring book and score by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. Get ready to experience such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.”
November 25 / Texas v/s TCU
OK, so if you do have those in the household that just HAVE to get their fill of football, there’s a great game in town. The contest starts at 2:30 pm and tickets will certainly go fast. Here’s the link to get the gang to a live game this Thanksgiving!
December 6 / Dolly Parton On Stage!
Here’s a very special opportunity to see one of the finest performers ever to hit the stage. Dolly Parton is coming to Austin to share all that has made this Grammy Super Star what she has been … and continues to be .. throughout her incredible life. For ticket and time details, visit the Frank Erwin Center website by clicking here.
In closing, we do hope you all find the time for some very special quality time this Thanksgiving, and throughout the holidays to come.
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There are many reasons why Austin continues to take the honors as one of the best places to live and work in the United States. And this month is no exception. Just a little research to find out where you can celebrate the season – and Halloween in particular – and we found some great reasons to “get your ghoul on” and get out and about from your home at LeMontreaux apartments in Austin.
Sat, Oct 22 8:00 PM
Freaky Future Disco
Austin Roller Rink, Austin
Sat, Oct 29 2:00 PM
SOMETHING WICKED 2016
Sam Houston Race Park, Houston
Sat, Oct 22 12:00 PM
Coogs Costume Crawl
2403 Bagby St, Houston
Fri, Oct 28 3:00 PM
Bewitching Halloween Party
1510 W 35th St, Austin
Fri, Oct 28 8:00 PM
2016 Halloween Bar Crawl-o-ween Fort Worth Friday
Brewster's West & More!, Fort Worth
Fri, Oct 28 10:00 PM
CREEP$TREET : HALLOWEEN PARTY FESTIVAL
SouthSide Cantina, Corpus Christi
Sat, Oct 29 2:00 PM
The Second Line Festival™ 2016
Jones Plaza, Houston
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Pumpkins have their moment every October. We all know the virtues of eating pumpkin: abundant anti-cancer beta-carotene, vitamin A, low calories, some iron, and a good dose of potassium.
This month you can find pumpkin in everything from waffles to pasta, coffee drinks and ice cream. If that’s not enough, here comes National Pumpkin Pie Day, which falls on Wednesday, October 12 this year. And as you can imagine, there’s plenty of pumpkin goods to be found throughout our local bakeries and restaurants throughout the fall season.
To get you out to enjoy some of the best tasting pumpkin delights in our neck of the woods, we’re listing Trip Advisor’s “Top 10 Bakeries in Austin” list for you to peruse and possibly visit this fall. Be sure to pick up some goods to take home to your home at LeMontreaux apartments in Austin!
Voodoo Doughnuts
#1 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Mandola’s Italian Market
#2 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Wild Wood Bakehouse
#3 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Quack's 43rd Street Bakery
#4 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Copper Restaurant & Dessert Lounge
#5 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
The Upper Crust Bakery
#6 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Sweetish Hill Bakery
#7 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Peace Bakery-Deli
#8 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
The Donut Hole
#9 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
Capital City Bakery
#10 of 55 Bakeries in Austin
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We’re so fortunate to live in a region that provides so many options to get outside and enjoy our surroundings just moments from our concierge apartments in Austin. And this fall is no exception; it’s almost overwhelming. And with that said, we thought we’d share one of two of our ‘favorite things to do this fall’ with you!
2016 March of Dimes Signature Chef’s Auction
October 27 / 6:00 p.m.
JW Marriott Austin / 110 E. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701
First and foremost, it’s a benefit for babies to raise funds to end prematurity. Second, it’s a festively delicious way to enjoy an evening on the town for all the right reasons.
Featuring Austin’s top chefs and culinary experts, this night guarantees that your investment is well worth your time and tax deductible donation. According to their promotional materials, this special evening is “a food experience beyond any available at a single location in Austin … with each tasting is thoughtfully created to tantalize the palette of even the savviest “foodie” and highlight the chef’s unique and exceptional talents.”
Amidst a lively part atmosphere and exiting entertainment, there is an enticing raffle and auction packages that are sure to deliver some of the finest and most thoughtful holiday gifts to put under the tree or to give to someone special for no reason at all.
For complete details, visit Signature Chefs Austin’s website by clicking here.
VHI Musically Mastered Menu
September 22
Central Standard
There’s nothing quite like a child who discovers an instrument that magically builds their character, discipline, and desire to perform with confidence in front of a crowd. And thanks to VHI Save the Music Foundation, music programs all over Austin will benefit from this lovely event that pairs the creativity of an acclaimed local chef and musician to present a “Musically Mastered Menuhttp://www.vh1savethemusic.org/whats-going-on/events-promotions” for all to enjoy.
This year, Central Standard is the location where Chef Michael Paley and Anthony Hamilton and Hamiltones will pair the best of their talents to raise funds for our local schools in Austin.
For more details, visit VHI Save the Music Foundation.
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With the new year comes a variety of new opportunities to celebrate the arts and culture that make our city such a great place to live and work. This month we’re dedicating our January Blogs to share insight about Austin’s long-standing and nationally recognized independent fine art printmaking scene.
Thanks to lots of energy by many or our visual arts, those whose artistry is in printmaking in particular, there’s a new celebration entitled “PRINT AUSTIN” underway now through February as well that showcases some of the finest renown print collections, printmaking programs and more that welcome all of us to enjoy.
To get you started, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite events from Print Austin’s website and will share our synopsis through this blog and our next blog that will be published later this month.
Take time this winter to truly enjoy some of the finest artistry that is wrapped around our own apartment community at LeMontreaux in Austin.
For complete information, visit PrintAustin.com.
Workshop: DIY Printing Techniques
Discover a few DIY printing techniques that you can easily and inexpensively do at home. Through a combination of in-class demos and studio time, each student will create multiple prints and have the opportunity to participate in a group print exchange. Use discount code “PrintAustin” when you call or register online for 20% off tuition.
Instructor: Jonas Criscoe
Workshop Date: January 23, 10am-4pm
Tuition: $60 (discounted rate) + $30 supply fee
Venue: The Contemporary Austin Art School, 3809 W. 35th St.
Matter, Material, and Metaphor: Orna Feinstein
Artist: Orna Feinstein
CAMIBAart is honored to present this solo exhibition by internationally recognized artist Orna Feinstein. Known for expanding the envelope of monoprintmaking with her exploration of both materials and techniques, Feinstein’s artworks blur the boundary of printing and sculpting.
Opening Reception: 6-8pm
Artist Talk: January 24, 1:45pm
Open through February 14
Venue: CAMIBAart Gallery, 2832 E. MLK Jr. Blvd., Suite 111
Wolfbat Archives
Moving his studio once again, Dennis McNett unearths print inventory. This is a showing of both new editions and prints buried in the Wolfbat archives from the last decade.
Artist: Dennis McNett/Wolfbat
Reception: 6-10pm
Exhibition Dates: January 15-February 15
Venue: Slugfest Printmaking Workshop and Gallery, 1906 Miriam Ave.
APOPHIS-9000
APOPHIS-9000 is a collaborative exhibition featuring local artists Matt Rebholz and Jules Buck Jones.
Closing Reception: 7-10pm
Exhibition Dates: December 11- January 16
Gallery Hours: Saturdays & Wednesdays 12-5pm or by appointment
Venue: Pump Project Art Complex, 702 Shady Ln.
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