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Mozart’s Festival of Lights returns

October 23, 2025
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Enjoy dazzling shows, festive treats, and the cozy glow of twinkling lights.

Photo provided by Mozart’s

The spirit of the season shines over Lake Austin as Mozart’s Coffee Roasters brings back its Festival of Lights on Saturday, Nov. 22. centers on live music and mesmerizing aquatic acrobatics, featuring:

  • Nightly performances by McKenna Michels
  • A Broadway-style concert, “He Rules the World” (Dec. 12–20)
  • A Christmas Village with sweet treats and cocoa
  • Floating displays, LED aerial stunts, and light accents that set a magical scene

Plan your visit to Mozart’s Festival of Lights, shining through Jan. 3, 2026.

Experience the magic

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