Fresa’s South First and Fresa’s 360 will offer curated to-go meals for Austinites who want to celebrate at home. | Photo by Jane Kim
It’s almost turkey time, and our mouths are watering just thinking about all of the local Thanksgiving feasts.
If you’d rather not fog up the kitchen on Thursday, Nov. 28, here’s something to be thankful for: Austin restaurants are dishing up plenty of delightful meals for you and your crew.
Take-home meals
Walton’s Fancy & Staple will also offer pies and mini pie assortments by the dozen.
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Walton’s Fancy & Staple, 609 W. 6th St. | Sandra Bullock’s restaurant will serve up family feasts available á la carte or in a bundle. Its “Orange-Thyme Rubbed Airline Turkey Breast with Turkey Gravy” is the star of the show, accompanied by classic sides like rosemary + brown sugar-glazed roasted carrots and sharp cheddar mac ‘n’ cheese.
Dine-in experiences
Nido’s Thanksgiving dinner is perfect for those seeking an elevated holiday experience.
Photo by Dani Parsons
Nido, 1211 W. Riverside Dr. | Eat a family-style Thanksgiving dinner while taking in skyline views at this rooftop restaurant, which will offer special dishes like roasted turkey, honeynut squash soup, Brussels sprouts, green bean casserole, pumpkin panna cotta, and more.
The Black Crowes | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $108+ | The American rock band, best known for hits like “Remedy” and “Hard to Handle,” will stop in Austin on the “Happiness Bastards” tour.
Tuesday, Nov. 12
‘90s TV Trivia | 7-9 p.m. | St. Elmo Brewing Company - Springdale | Cost of purchase | Test your knowledge of shows like “Sex and the City” and “Seinfeld” for the chance to win $150 in gift card prizes.
“Shucked” | Tuesday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 17 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $30+ | This corny Tony Award®–winning musical follows a woman on a journey to find out why the corn in town is dying.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
KOOP Radio x Carpenter Hotel Vinyl Night | 6-8 p.m. | Carpenter Coffee Bar | Cost of purchase | Bring your own vinyl to spin, sit back and enjoy curated playlists, and partake in 50% off bottles of wine.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Stories on the Lawn: Win, Lose or Draw | 7:30 p.m. | Neill-Cochran House Museum | $15 | Listen to personal stories from a variety of speakers while sipping complimentary cocktails from Tequila 512.
Friday, Nov. 15
Blue Genie Art Bazaar | Friday, Nov. 15-Tuesday, Dec. 24 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | 6100 Airport Blvd. | Cost of purchase | Get your holiday shopping done at this market featuring goods made by 200+ regional artists.
“Dr. Death: A Closer Look” | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $49+ | Take a deep dive into the Dr. Death podcast through talks from expert speakers and interactive discussions.
Traveling to San Antonio this holiday season? Consider these accommodations.
Presented by Hampton Inn/Home2 Suites by Hilton
Easy access to downtown San Antonio’s holiday events and renowned dining scene? Count us in. | Photos courtesy of InnFocus Photography and Got You Looking Photography; GIF by ATXtoday
Avoid cramped guest bedrooms, fighting for time in the shared bathroom, or exorbitant cleaning fees by booking a hotel room. Even better? Take advantage of exclusive holiday rates at Hampton/Home2 Suites Riverwalk.
If you can’t be at home for the holidays this year, enjoy the next best thing, with amenities like:
Spacious suites, including in-room kitchens — perfect for families with little ones
Pet-friendly accommodations (including treats)
Free hot breakfast every morning so you can enjoy hot waffles every morning
Bonus: Since this hotel is conveniently located on the Riverwalk, it offers visitors easy access to holiday attractions like the San Antonio Riverwalk Holiday Lights, the Alamo, and Pearl District shopping.
City of Austin government offices, as well as city services like Austin Public Library branches and the Austin Animal Center, are closed today in observance of Veterans Day. See the full list of closures.
Eat
Postino WineCafé’s new location on South Lamar Boulevard opened over the weekend. The restaurant chain offers a variety of unique wines, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, desserts, and a brunch menu.
Holiday
Fa la la la la. The Paramount Theatre released its “Holidays at the Paramount” lineup, featuring festive events like an “Elf” pub run + screening and live music performances like “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Check out the calendar.
Community
After a year-long push for city funding, nonprofit organization Red River Cultural District secured a new multi-year contract from the City of Austin. Austin City Council voted to approve the contract last week, aiming to “provide organizational stability.”
Biz
Happy birthday to The Broken Spoke. The historic honky-tonk is 60 years old and plans to celebrate throughout November with live music performances, special tributes, and of course, two-step dance lessons. See the full schedule.
Sports
The Longhorns cooked the Gators over the weekend, beating the Florida football team in a 49-17 victory. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Health
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🇺🇸 Today is Veterans Day
We’re sharing some of the best ways to spend Veterans Day in and around Austin. | Photo via Pexels
Whether you’re celebrating your own service or honoring your loved ones, there are plenty of ways to observe Veterans Day in and around the Capital City.
Austin Veterans Day Parade + Memorial Ceremony | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Texas State Capitol | Free | Watch the parade go down Congress Avenue before seeing a commemoration program honoring fallen soldiers.
Veterans Day Celebration | 11 a.m. | Old Settlers Park, Round Rock | Free | Witness a formal ceremony celebrating veterans, plus refreshments and live music by Austin-based singer Michaela Watson.
Veterans Day Ceremony | 10 a.m. | Veterans Park, Leander | Free | Honor current and former military members during a ceremony with a Presentation of Colors and keynote remarks.
Your favorite Nordstrom item on sale, since the store’s limited-time fall sale ends tonight. We’re seeing: discounts on cashmere sweaters, leather loafers, and crisp white fashion sneakers.
I’m taking some time off this week to “staycation” in Austin. I’m looking forward to sleeping in, taking long walks around Lady Bird Lake, and getting a massage.
