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Pamper your palate in one of the hippest cities in the country at the Austin Food + Wine Festival. Join top chef talent, sommeliers and winemakers from across the nation and Austin's own acclaimed gourmet scene for an indulgent, three-day epicurean adventure unlike any other, topped off with live musical performances.
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 (Image by Charles Reagan for Austin Food & Wine Festival)
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This annual festival returns to Pioneer Farms this November, along with the 2022 Scottish Highland Games World Championships. Check the website for the full schedule of events, music lineup, special guests and more.
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FOSSIL FEST
November 5-6 at Old Settler's Heritage Association
Bring the kids to the 30th annual Fossil Fest to meet scientists, dig for fossils, check out specimens from around the world and participate in family-friendly workshops. Discover the prehistoric in our own backyard!
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 (Image Courtesy of Fossil Fest and AustinPaleo.org)
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TEXAS BOOK FESTIVAL
November 5-6 held in and around the Texas State Capitol Grounds
The first Texas Book Festival took place in November 1996 (with help from former librarian and then First Lady of Texas Laura Bush) and is now one of the nation’s premier annual literary events, featuring 300 authors of the year’s best books and drawing 50,000 book lovers. Hear from many authors directly, browse the vendor tents, and enjoy other programs and events for readers of all ages at this FREE festival.
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AUSTIN STUDIO TOUR
November 5-20 held at various studios around Austin
The Austin Studio Tour is a free, self-guided art event that takes place over three weekends and combines the West Austin Studio Tour and East Austin Studio Tour. The Tour provides opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect with each other and for the public to experience art in person​.
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The 14th annual Fall Fashion Week hosts runway shows from designers across the country (with many from Austin and Texas, in general) at 1.30pm & 3.30pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. If watching models strut the catwalk isn't your thing, shop 'til you drop at the featured pop-ups at the end of the runway, open 12-5pm all days of the event (tickets not required for pop-up shops).
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AUSTIN POWWOW
November 12 at the Travis County Expo Center
The Austin Powwow is the largest of its kind in Texas, featuring American Indian dancing, singing, arts & crafts and food for over 25 years. Gates open at 9am, with the Grand Entry at 12pm.
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 (Image Courtesy of Austin Powwow and Great Promise for American Indians)
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ANI'S DAY & NIGHT
November 12 - December 4 (weekends) at The Front Market
Shop a rotating lineup of 170+ Texas-based women and LGBTQ+ vendors each Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 5pm.
That is four weekends in a row with a new line up of vendors, surprise collaborations, DJ sets, drinks specials, and rotating brunch menus each week. 100% outdoors, open-air and open to the public.
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A CHRISTMAS AFFAIR
November 16-20 at the Palmer Events Center
A Christmas Affair is a five-day holiday market benefiting The Junior League of Austin. The annual event hosts 200+ retail merchants and attracts 25,000+ patrons. As a new tradition started in 2020, The Junior League of Austin has also launched A Christmas Affair Virtual Marketplace. Visit the website for tickets to the market or special events such as a Ladies' Night, Pics with Santa and more!
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 (Image Courtesy of The Junior League and A Christmas Affair)
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BLUE GENIE ART BAZAAR
November 18 - December 24 at 6100 Airport Blvd.
The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a fixture of the Austin holiday season. With in-person and virtual shopping alternatives, shoppers can browse thousands of original works ranging from serious art to fun and kitschy items. A great way to buy hassle-free holiday gifts and support local artists. Shop online and make it even easier!
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 (Image Courtesy of Blue Genie Art Bazaar)
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Set out on a culinary adventure at Kalahari's annual Food & Wine Festival. Taste bites from each of Kalahari's dining outlets, sip on beverages from some of Austin's top brands and enjoy an experience with Texas' Michelin Star and Top Chef alum John Tesar.
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Since 1991, the ThunderCloud Subs' annual 5-mile run/1-mile walk is a great way to work up a Thanksgiving-sized appetite. Compete with the best of Austin in the largest 5-mile run in Texas, or head outside with the kids for a more relaxed holiday jog. Not only is it a great way to feel a little better about all the turkey and pecan pie you'll eat later in the day, but all proceeds go directly to Caritas of Austin, a non-profit that works to prevent and end homelessness in Austin.
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