FAQs
December 13-21, 2025
11am-9:30pm daily
The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is Austin's winter arts fest that has stood the test of time as Austin's premier destination for high quality art, live music, and artisan gifts for the holiday season. Shop for fine art and gifts, enjoy live music, eat, drink, dance, have fun, be festive!
The Palmer Events Center. 900 Barton Springs Road. Click here for Location + Parking
One day tickets $12 + fees ($14 total)
Season tickets $60
Children 12 and under always free!
Season tickets $60
Children 12 and under always free!
Not at this time.
Advanced tickets will be sold online starting in October right on our website! You can also buy tickets at the door.
Buy Tickets.
Buy Tickets.
Most artists accept cash, but the box office and concessions do not.
No worries! Our ticket scanners can look up your order by your name or email address.
Yes! You can leave and re-enter on the same day with your wristband.
The Holiday Inn – Town Lake provides a special rate for Armadillo festival attendees that book before Nov. 23. Click here for more info and to book a room. The Line Austin also has a 15% discount for attendees when you use the code: DILLO24
There is paid parking provided by the City of Austin in the parking garage next door to the Palmer Events Center Entrance.
Directly to the City of Austin. They use a large portion of the funds collected to support neighboring Butler Park.
Mobility impaired parking is available in the garage on all levels located near elevators.
Yes, online or at the show! We have an Armadillo store full of art posters, music posters, t-shirts, beanies, patches, ornaments, pins and more art, crafts and jewelry all related to the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar! Go to the Armadillo Store!
Yes! We have full bars as well as non-alcoholic beverages. We'll have the Hello Trouble Hall bar too, as well as a roaming bartender during the busiest times. Enjoy sipping on a beer or cocktail while you shop!
Yes! Happy to have Shawarma Point on site and a café.
Yes!
TBD. Sponsored by The Goose on Lime Creek. Contest entry is free as long as you use an official regulation Cosmic Goose Juggling Farm String we provide. String can be purchased at the Armadillo Store. if you want to start practicing now! There will be prizes!!
Yes! Our aisles are suitable for strolling and dancing!
Yes, there is a mother’s nursing room located on the north side of Palmer in the alcove next to the elevator.
Yes! We have an admin desk at the NE corner of the show or you can email inquiries to info@armadillobazaar.com.
Yes, in the foyer inside the Palmer Events Center.
Sorry, no pets allowed. Service animals; dogs that are trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities are always welcome.
Unfortunately, the facility does not provide wheelchairs at the show but there is plenty of space for you to bring your own.
The Palmer Events Center is extremely diligent on recycling. Although we do not have noticeable, separate receptacles, the trash and recyclable items are separated each night by City employees.
Please email nancycoplin@gmail.com. We accept local talent only.