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DECEMBER 2025

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Two children hold on to each other while ice skating outdoors at the Hill Country Galleria

Top Things to Do in Austin This Winter

Winter in Austin means mild temps and endless ways to enjoy the season, indoors and out. Hike scenic outdoor trails, sip a winter warmer on a picturesque patio, go ice skating on an outdoor rink or stroll through a world-class museum. Start building your own Austin winter bucket list.

Multicolored holiday lights greet visitors at the entrance to the Austin Trail of Lights

Your Guide to Local Holiday Fun

Don't think twice about a holiday getaway to Austin! Join in the city’s festive spirit with hometown traditions locals love — from dazzling light displays and lively holiday markets to pop-up bars and classic Christmas performances. It’s a magical time to experience Austin.

A curved marble bar with velvet barstools, dim candlelight, mirrored walls and arched shelves inside the Powder Room in Austin, Texas

Spend Three Luxurious Days in Austin

Think Austin is all boots and barbecue? Think again. This city knows how to turn up the luxury — and we’re not just talking about rooftop pools and MICHELIN-starred meals (though there’s plenty of that, too). Indulge in Austin’s swank side, wrapped in the town's signature cool style.