Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast"
Bass Concert Hall is putting on a 30th anniversary production of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast.” The show has a 2.5-hour run time and features an Oscar-winning score.
- Dec. 2-14, show times vary
- $36-$180
- 2350 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin
- www.texasperformingarts.org
Runners can participate in the 10K or 5K at the Santa Hustle in Round Rock. The course will begin and end at Dell Diamond, and the proceeds of the timed race will go to charity. A kids dash, recommended for ages 2-10, will also be available.
- Dec. 7, 8 a.m.
- $59.99 (10K), $49.99 (5K), $24.99 (kids dash)
- 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock
- www.santahustle.com/austin-tx
Santa’s Jingle House will host events throughout the holiday season, including its Family Fun sessions in the afternoon. During these times, families will get to meet Santa, take photos, enjoy storytime, decorate ornaments and more at the come-and-go event. The seasonal attraction also has a variety of other activities throughout the holiday season.
- Dec. 7-24 (times vary)
- $29 per ticket
- 8 Chisholm Trail Road, Round Rock
- www.santasjinglehouse.com
The Williamson Museum and Old Settlers Association will host an event celebrating Swedish holiday traditions and Santa Lucia Day. The event will feature living history, crafts, julbord tastings and more.
- Dec. 12, 6-9 p.m.
- Free
- 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock
- www.roundrocktexas.gov/event
Penfold Theatre Company will present “A Tuna Christmas,” by Ed Howard, Joe Spears and Jason Williams. The comedy production, set on Christmas Eve in the fictional town of Tuna, TX, centering around a Christmas yard display content, a local production of “A Christmas Carol” and employees having to work through the holidays.
- Dec. 12-28
- $36 (admission)
- 2120 N. Mays St., Ste. 290, Round Rock
- www.penfoldtheatre.org
Hutto’s annual Hippo Claus Crawl will take place in downtown Hutto, where festive beverage stops will be waiting. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, visit attractions and take photos with Santa.
- Dec. 13, 6-9 p.m.
- $25 general admission, $50 VIP ticket
- East Street, Hutto
- https://tinyurl.com/y9tn6b5t
A holiday race featuring distances suitable for all participants, including 1-mile, 5K, and 10K. Children can partake in the Kids Dash, a 50-meter sprint. Attendees are encouraged to wear holiday-themed attire.
- Dec. 14, 9 a.m.
- $15-50 (prices vary based on run)
- 4538 E. Pflugerville Parkway, Pflugerville
- https://tinyurl.com/37xefah5
The country music artist will perform at Prete Plaza in Round Rock. Residents are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets to enjoy the show.
- Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m.
- Free
- 221 E. Main St., Round Rock
- https://tinyurl.com/33cxxw7m
Five Austin bars are collaborating to throw Austin’s third annual Rockin’ Around the Rooftops Holiday Bar Crawl. Participants can start the crawl at Upstairs at Caroline, Azul Rooftop, Otopia, Edge Rooftop or Zanzibar. Guests who get their crawl card punched by all five bars will earn a $50 promo card, valid at any of the participating bars.
- Through Dec. 28
- Free (admission)
- 109 E. Seventh Street, Austin
- www.rockinaroundtherooftops.com
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock will host an event for people to ring in the New Year, offering a buffet of holiday dishes and sweet treats. Dinner also includes drinks and a full bar will be available with beer, wine and cocktails for purchase.
- Dec. 31, 6-8:30 p.m.
- $95 ages 11+, $40 ages 3-10, Free ages 2 and under
- 3001 Kalahari Blvd., Round Rock
- www.kalahariresorts.com/texas
The Pflugerville Park and Recreation Department will host its annual Pfreeze Pflop, inviting people to Scott Mentzer Pool to slide into frigid water. Admission will be free with a donation fo a canned food item to benefit local food banks.
- Jan. 1, 9-10 a.m.
- Free
- 921 Hutto Road, Pflugerville
- https://tinyurl.com/yjec62kx
The Zach Theater is hosting a production of “A Christmas Carol,” based on the story by Charles Dickens.
- Through Jan. 3, show times vary
- $46-$127
- 202 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin
- www.zachtheater.org

