Many events in the Round Rock, Pflugerville, and Hutto areas have taken on a vacation theme, but there are plenty of other activities to participate in for the month of December.
December 9-18 Watch a live radio show
Penfold Theater Co. is broadcasting the Miracle holiday classic live on radio on 34th Street. Players will integrate dozens of character voices and live sound effects as part of the show. $ 16 to $ 21. 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Williamson County Former Settlers Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. 512-850-4849. www.penfoldtheatre.org
December 10 Create your own ornament
The Town of Pflugerville is hosting an event where attendees can make their own holiday ornaments. All the supplies will be provided and you will have the choice between several different models. $ 3 for residents of Pflugerville, $ 4.50 for non-residents. Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400, chemin Emmanuel, Pflugerville. 512-990-6365. www.pflugervilletx.gov
December 11 Enjoy a holiday fair and a concert at Holidays in Hutto
The Brushy Creek Amphitheater will host live music, local artisans, food trucks, kids’ activities and more during the annual Holidays in Hutto event. Free entry. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Brushy Creek Amphitheater, 1001 CR 137, Hutto. 512-759-4015. www.huttotx.gov/calendar
December 11 Drive through a unique lighting scene
Residents can drive through a unique illuminated display that is created by over 50 volunteers. A representative for the project said the display features nine different scenes to walk through and incorporates animals. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Free participation. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 500 Emmanuel Road, Pflugerville. 512-431-1942. www.ilcpville.org
Dec 11, 2019 Geocaching in the parks of Pflugerville
Explore local parks for hidden geocaches using a GPS enabled device on the latest adventure in Pflugerville’s Unplug & Explore series. The program is designed for children 6 to 12 years old. $ 6 for residents of Pflugerville, $ 9 for non-residents. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville. 512-990-6365. www.pflugervilletx.gov/classes
December 14 Enjoy a festive farmer’s market
Ms. Claus will join the Pflugerville Pfarmers Market from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for photos. Participants will also enjoy fresh, locally grown and prepared foods including tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, squash, garlic, melons and grapes. Free entry. 3 pm-7pm Pflugerville First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Pecan St., Pflugerville. 512-990-6360. www.pflugervilletx.gov
December 18 Hear the sounds of the season at a holiday concert
The Round Rock Community Choir, Round Rock Youth Choir and Council Oak Bells will hold their annual vacation concert at First United Methodist Church. The concert will include a sung part in which guests are invited to participate. Free admission. December 18. 7:00 p.m. 1004 N. Mays St., Round Rock. https://www.roundrockcommunitychoir.org/
December 18 Find out who did it
The Dinner Detective is hosting a live murder mystery and dinner show. The guests will solve a mystery in which the culprit is hiding in plain sight. The three-course menu includes a choice of appetizer of vegetable lasagna, grilled salmon or French-style chicken breast. $ 63.99. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Pflugerville, 16100 Impact Way, Pflugerville. 866-496-0535. www.thedinnerdetective.com
December 18 Support and buy artwork from local artists
Round Rock’s monthly pop-up art exhibit will return to Prete Plaza in December. More than 12 local artists will sell and demonstrate their art to the public at the art exhibition. Free entry. Prete Plaza, 221 E. Main St., Round Rock. www.roundrocktexas.gov
WORTH THE TRIP
Nov 28 – Dec 31 Walk a path of light
“Drive Through The Magic†at the 57th Annual Trail of Lights. Held in Zilker Park, the historic holiday light exhibit is open to the public every evening, with a few exceptions for private events. Vehicle pass from $ 35 to $ 65. 5:45 p.m.-10:45 p.m. every evening. Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Rd., Austin. www.austinstrailoflights.org