Austin is a city of events. Hardly a week goes by without a major event or celebration of some kind: seasonal, sports, festivals, marathons, civic, religious - the list is endless. Austin loves a good party and takes any excuse to celebrate the human spirit with fervor and enthusiasm.

Some events achieve world-wide notice and contribute millions of dollars to the local economy, such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival or SXSW. Others celebrate the unique character of Austin, such as Eyore's Birthday Party, helping to "Keep Austin Weird"! All of them keep Austin lively and vibrant and help unite the community.

Christmas is a special time in Austin, and there are month-long celebrations of the "season of giving" throughout the city, with many special and long-anticipated events.

A few of the events and celebrations that Austin enjoys are:

• Austin City Limits Music Festival
  Annual end of summer event held in Austin, Texas. Site includes program schedule, photographs, rules, travel information, and ticket information.
• SXSW
  The South by Southwest (SXSW) Music & Film Conference and Festival is one of the premier music and film events in the country, and is eagerly attended by thousands of world-wide visitors.
• Pecan Street Festival
  Pecan Street Fall Arts Festival Arts and crafts from some 250 artisans. Great food and drink with live music on five stages by local Austin entertainers.
• Bob Marley Festival
  Austin Reggae Festival
• Eyore's Birthday Party
  Fund-raiser to benefit non-profit groups. Attendants are encouraged to wear costumes, bring instruments, and wear sunscreen. Includes photos of previous parties.
• July 4th on Town Lake
  On July 4th, well over 100000 people will gather at Zilker Park for the largest Independence Day celebration in Austin ever.
• Capitol 10K
  10K race in Austin with information on race schedule, past results and registration.
• Schlotzsky's Bun Run
  The Schlotzsky's 5K Bun Run race is an annual Austin tradition started in 1982.
• Freescale Marathon
  Formerly known as the Motorola Marathon, this Austin tradition features a half marathon and full marathon for runners and walkers.
• Travis County Livestock, Fair, and Rodeo
  Austin - Travis County Livestock Show & Rodeo becomes "The Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo".
• Texas Parks & Wildlife Expo
  Texas Parks and Wildlife Expo, family outdoor recreation festival held in Austin, Texas in October.
• Chili Festival
  Fun Giveaways, Commemorative T-shirts for sale & great new menu items featuring New Mexico's famous green chile.
• Zilker Park Trail of Lights
  The Trail of Lights Festival is an annual Austin holiday tradition and celebration held in Zilker Metropolitan Park, 2100 Barton Springs Rd.
• Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
  Come to the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar for a great Christmas shopping experience!
• Blue Genie Art Bazaar
  Featuring the work of over 80 local and regional artists and artisans. We open our doors to provide an alternative venue for artists each December to show and sell their work. From ceramics, original paintings, photographs, sculpture, accessories, and so much more, the annual Art Bazaar is a one-of-a-kind event for Austin.
• Ice Rink at Whole Foods
  Whole Foods Market Sixth & Lamar is proud to present Austin with our city's only public, outdoor ice skating rink!
• 37th Street Christmas Display
  A small neighborhood in central Austin holds world-wide fame for its lights, and its community spirit. In this neighborhood, from Thanksgiving to New Year's, a steady stream of car and foot traffic graces the 37th Street neighborhood each night, and for good reason.
• Christmas Plays