Just outside the moody theater where Austin City Limits is filmed, and you might recognize this guy, this is Willie Nelson. Nelson, of course, an iconic statue her in Austin. And I am at the corner of Lavaca and 2nd Street District.

It's the last weekend before the Christmas holiday and Good Day Austin's Libbi Farrow has some fun suggestions on how to spend it, including the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, Mozart's annual holiday light show, the 12th annual Holiday Window Walk in the 2nd Street District.

Take a walk through the 2nd Street District to see all the decretive holiday scenes as part of the twelfth annual Holiday Window Walk.

As you do your holiday shopping, take in the beautiful scenery created by Texas artists tasked with creating holiday-inspired art installations.

Austin, Texas offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits and family fun. Use our listings of Austin's featured and ongoing events to find the perfect activity for your vacation. For the latest updates about the status of each event, please check each event's website.

There's no shortage of fun things to do in Austin during December. Whether you're looking for the best restaurants in the 2nd Street District or the finest downtown shopping. We got you covered! From concerts and barbershops to toy stores and coffee shops, there's something for everyone at 2nd Street District this holiday season.

As they do for any politician, circumstances have changed for Le Politique. The downtown Austin French bistro, which had been temporarily closed for two-and-a-half years, is officially closed for good.

Foot Traffic is driving the types of businesses that are in downtown. We are seeing more entertainment, bars, restaurants, and that sort of energy.

Who’s ready to boogie on down in the 2nd Street District? The W Austin presents Vinyl Ranch’s DJ Disko Cowboy for a glamorously Texan-disco-inspired New Year's Eve! Whether you’re a local looking for something special to do, or you’re visiting Austin and want to experience the city like a real Austinite, you don't want to miss this celebratory night. We can already hear the countdown... Cue the balloons and confetti!