Zilker Park: Must Do Holiday Events in Austin, Texas!
December 9, 2015
Celebrate the holiday season with fun the whole family can enjoy!
Celebrate the holidays with local Austin holiday traditions! Austin’s Zilker Park is full of holiday activities this season. Whether you enjoy a stroll through holiday lights in the park or traditional Christmas trees, these festive events are sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Here’s our shortlist for the Austin holiday events in Zilker Park that you can’t miss!
When: December 8-22
Hours: 7pm-10pm
Where: Zilker Park
Make the holidays bright! Celebrate the holiday season with fun the whole family can enjoy at Austin’s Trail of Lights! Powered by HEB, this fantastic light display in Zilker Park has been an Austin tradition since its inception in 1965 at the Austin Parks and Recreation department’s Yule Fest. Drawing thousands of visitors each year, this twinkling wonderland can’t be missed! Make sure to get your tickets today!
When: November 30 – December 31
Hours: 6pm-midnight
Where: Zilker Park
Nothing is more festive for the holidays than a Christmas tree! Come out to Austin’s Zilker Park and check out the 155 ft. tall tree! Complete with 3,309 lights and a 10 ft. double star tree topper, this tree has been a part of Austin’s holiday history for 49 years! The tree topper is complete with 150 frosted bulbs and was designed by the City of Austin electricians. Experience the magic of Christmas and visit the tree with the whole family!
*Be aware that some roads may be closed due to the Trail of Lights. Make sure to plan your visit accordingly.
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