Get your fuzzy socks and hot cocoa ready, Austin.

The coziest time of year is officially here, and the seasonal festivities are already in full swing all around downtown.

Our top tip for staying up-to-date? Downtown Austin Alliance’s holiday hub: your free resource for very merry pop-ups, seasonal shows, 80+ deals from local bizzes for holiday shopping, and all things festive fun.

Just message "ATX HOLIDAYS" to (512) 890-3099 and elves will start sending you updates + happenings directly to your phone.

Bonus: You can even get 50% off Uber rides going to or from downtown all through December in the app.

📅 Add to Cal: Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll

Speaking of joyous occasions, help ring in the most magical time of year at next week’s Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll, taking over Congress Ave on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 5-8 p.m.

Look forward to a sleigh-full of free family-friendly fun, including:

Lighting of the holiday tree
Photos with Santa
Live music + performers
Holiday shopping with artisan vendors

Find full tree lighting details this way, or start exploring the full lineup of downtown seasonal events.

Join the holiday fun