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BEE CAVE ON ICE | November 14-January 19 | Hill Country Galleria | Various pricing | Info
Lace up your skates as the Galleria turns into a winter wonderland.

CHILI COOK-OFF! | Nov 20, 6pm | Hudson Tavern | FREE | Info
Bring your best pot and your biggest appetite to taste, judge, and crown the best chili in town.

SPEED NETWORKING MIXER | Nov 20, 6:30-8pm | Island Bar & Grill | $5-$10 | Info
Make quick connections and spark lasting conversations in a fast, fun, and focused networking sprint.

MERRY & PINK CHRISTMAS | Nov 21, 5pm | Downtown Marble Falls | FREE | Info
Sip, shop, and stroll Main Street as boutiques roll out pink-trimmed holiday cheer with discounts, raffles, small bites, and festive drinks.

DRINK + DRAW | Nov 21, 5–8pm | Contracommon | FREE | Info
Swap your to-do list for doodles and a beverage with the Bee Cave art crowd.

WALKWAY OF LIGHTS | Nov 21 - Jan 3, 6–10pm | Lakeside Park Marble Falls | $2 | Info
Christmas sparkle on the water - an easy family stroll with serious glow.

STAR PARTY | Nov 21, 6:30–9:30pm | Lago Vista Sunset Park | FREE | Info
Gaze at the night sky with fellow astronomy lovers.

ORNAMENT MAKING NIGHT | Nov 21, 7pm | Tumbleweed Studios | $75 | Info
Craft your own holiday ornaments to keep or gift.

STAR HILL CAR SHOW | Nov 22, 12-6pm | Star Hill Ranch | Info
Roll into the inaugural LT Customs Car Show - here’s hoping it’s the start of a new Lake Travis tradition.

SIP N SHOP | Nov 22, 12-8pm | Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery | FREE | Info
Local shopping, live music, great drinks, adoptable pups, and the Longhorns game all come together.

COCOA & CUDDLES | Nov 22, 1–2:30pm | Fitzhugh Brewing | $15 | Info
Sip a brew, snag a hot cocoa, and cozy up with baby goats in holiday sweaters.

WAKESURF SALOON POP-UP MARKET | Nov 22, 3-8pm | Wakesurf Saloon | FREE | Info
Stroll, shop, and support local at this laid-back market.

SPICEWOOD FALL FESTIVAL | Nov 22, 5–7:30pm | Colina Commerce Park Spicewood | FREE | Info
Live music, hay rides, face painting, pumpkin bowling, pickleball - plus a Parent’s Night Out and overnight lock-in.

MIMOSA FEST (HOLIDAY EDITION) | Nov 22, 6–10pm | Volente Beach Resort | $10 | Info
Holiday-themed mimosas, local vendors, and a first look at the brand-new Lights on the Lake.

LAKEWAY NIGHTS CAR SHOW | Nov 26, 3–7pm | Lohman’s Crossing Center | FREE | Info
Pre-Turkey Day chrome and coffee—cruise by before the in-laws arrive.

STEINER RANCH TURKEY TROT | Nov 27, 8–12pm | Steiner Ranch Towne Square | $16-$32 | Info
Join Steiner Ranch neighbors for a family-friendly run, walk, or cheer fest that supports a great cause.

9TH ANNUAL HILL COUNTRY LTEF TURKEY TROT | Nov 27, 8–11am | The Hills Country Club | $40 | Info
Lakeway’s favorite Thanksgiving morning run benefiting local schools.

BABY STORIES & FREE PLAY | Nov 21, 10:30-11:30am | Lake Travis Library Spicewood | FREE | Info
A quick burst of songs and stories followed by free play for the kids.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME | Nov 24, 10:30-11:30am | Lake Travis Library Lakeway | FREE | Info
A quick dose of stories, songs, and fingerplays for the toddlers.

LEGO CLUB | Nov 24, 4:30-5:30pm | Lake Travis Library Spicewood | FREE | Info
Where creativity (and mini masterpieces) take center stage for kids five and up.

STEAM LAB | Nov 25, 4:30-5:30pm | Lake Travis Library Lakeway | FREE | Info
Curious kids four and up can jump into hands-on STEAM stations.

PEPPERMINT PARKWAY | Nov 21 - Dec 28, 5:30–10pm | Circuit of the Americas | Cost varies | Info
A wonderland packed with lights, themed zones, rides, treats, and plenty of holiday magic at COTA.

MOZART’S FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS | Nov 22 - Jan 3, evenings | Mozart’s Coffee | Cost varies | Info
A lakeside light show with music, reserved tables, and a Bavarian-style holiday market.

THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAIL | Nov 21-30, evenings | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | Cost varies | Info
An immersive themed stroll with holiday lights with a spooky twist.

25TH ANNUAL MIGHTY TEXAS DOG WALK & EXPO | Nov 22, 9am–1pm | Camp Mabry | $40 | Info
Austin’s biggest dog party - a charity walk with vendors, demos, and big goofy canine energy.

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We’ve rounded up everything you need for a stress-free feast: local spots offering Thanksgiving pre-orders, pies worth skipping the homemade version for, and all the pickup details in one place.

Plus, we tossed in a few ways to keep the little ones entertained all week long, and a few Texas-style recipes if you’re feeling ambitious.

Here’s our ultimate Thanksgiving guide - because there’s no shame in letting someone else do the roasting and the babysitting (sort of).

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Musicologie celebrated its grand opening on November 16th, and the community's response has been incredible. If you missed the opening festivities or are just now hearing about this new music school, there's still time to discover what makes it special.

They're currently offering a special discount on new student assessment lessons - a perfect way to experience their approach to music education. Whether your child (or you!) has been curious about piano, guitar, voice, drums, or any instrument, this is your chance to see firsthand how their certified instructors make learning music feel like joy, not a chore.

Visit Musicologie today to schedule an assessment lesson and check out their beautiful space!

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This week’s ZIP code spotlight is 78738 - one of the busiest pockets in the Lake Travis area. Prices are up 5.5% year over year, homes spent an average of 104 days on the market, and a standout 193 closed in October alone.

And here’s the highest-priced listing in 78738 - one we’ve featured before, and for good reason.

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Last week’s poll results. We asked where’s your favorite restaurant + playground around the lake? Angel’s took the top spot. Sundancer and That’s My Jam took second place.

And we love hearing from you!

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ANGEL’S ICEHOUSE (Spicewood)
Fri: Blake Robert Band | 7-10pm

HILL COUNTRY GALLERIA (Bee Cave)
Fri: Keelan Donovan | 6-8pm

JULES DESIGN BAR (Bee Cave)
Sat: Phil Luna | 8-10pm

LT CORNER PUB (Lakeway)
Fri: Karaoke Night + KJ Kevin | 9pm-1am
Sat: Van Meter Trio | 9pm-1am

LUCKY RABBIT (Jonestown)
Thu: Mike Dohm | 7-11pm

PATRIZI’S (Cuernavaca)
Thu: Open Mic | 6-9pm
Fri: DJ Tropicana Joe | 7-10pm

POODIE’S ROADHOUSE (Spicewood)
Thu: Mary Charlotte 6pm | TG Express with Alan Haynes 8pm
Fri: Andrea Marie 6pm | Jeff BearCat Bunch 8pm | The Shufflehawks 10:30pm
Sat: Ricke Brothers 6pm | Jelly Ellington 10:30pm
Sun: Travis Green 4pm | Bruce Smith 7:30pm

STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE (Steiner Ranch)
Thu: Robert Wagner | 6:30-9pm
Fri: Howlin Waters | 6:30-9pm
Sat: Anders Drerup | 6:30-9:30pm

THE OASIS (Lake Travis)
Fri: Peterson Brothers | 7-10pm
Sat: Nova | 5-8pm