10 Days of Live Music

Ten days, up to three bands a day—our intimate stage captures the soul of Austin. From Grammy winners to local legends, live performances turn holiday shopping into a celebration of music, community, and Austin’s creative legacy!

Fine Art + Holiday Shopping

Discover a curated collection of fine art and one-of-a-kind gifts at Austin’s Winter Arts Fest. From collector-worthy pieces to playful stocking stuffers, holiday shopping becomes a festive adventure that celebrates creativity, community, and the weird-and-wonderful spirit of Austin.

Daily Schedule

Date Day Hours Live Music Plan Your Day
Dec 12 Saturday 10 AM - 11 AM
VIP First Look
11 AM - 9:30 PM
General Admission

1 PM — Gina Chavez
4 PM — CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
7 PM — Shinyribs

Be first! Get the first look at nearly 200 artists, then stay for a full day of shopping and three high-energy bands. VIP First Look runs 10–11 AM; general admission opens at 11 AM.
Dec 13 Sunday

11 AM - 8 PM

1 PM — Ruthie Foster
5:30 PM — Del Castillo Trio

A great day for families, first-timers and anyone ready to get festive — with art, shopping and live music all day.
Dec 14 Monday

11 AM - 8 PM

1 PM — Midnight Snack
5:30 PM — Lew Apollo

A soulful, easygoing day for art and shopping, then stick around for happy hour and the 5:30 PM set. A great time to get to know the artists.
Dec 15 Tuesday 11 AM - 8 PM

1 PM — Henri Herbert
5:30 PM — Louisiana Surf Department

Make it a lunch break, an after-work happy hour or a pre-dinner stop — with art, cocktails and live music along the way.
Dec 16 Wednesday 11 AM - 8 PM 1 PM — Seth James
5:30 PM — Jennifer Foster & The Audacity

Take a midweek break for art, shopping and live music — or meet up here before dinner downtown.

 
Dec 17 Thursday 11 AM - 8 PM

1 PM — The Point.
5:30 PM — Tomar and the FCs

 Christmas is getting closer! Elevate your shopping experience while you tap your toes and enjoy a cocktail with us.
Dec 18 Friday 11 AM - 9:30 PM 1 PM — Warren Hood & Emily Gimble
4 PM — Suzanna Choffel & Nakia
7 PM — Kelsey Wilson & Friends

Wrap up your workweek with art, shopping and a full night of live music. Friday is our special “& Friends” day, with one-of-a-kind collaborations on the Armadillo stage.
Dec 19 Saturday 11 AM - 9:30 PM 1 PM — West Texas Exiles
4 PM — Kelly Willis
7 PM — Madam Radar		 Saturday is made for the full Armadillo experience—art, music, shopping, friends, family and plenty of time to enjoy it all.
Dec 20 Sunday 11 AM - 9:30 PM

1 PM — Beat Root Revival
4 PM — Carolyn Wonderland & Shelley King
7 PM — Christine Albert

Bring the family, meet friends or show your visitors how Austin does the holidays — with art, live music and plenty of Armadillo joy.
Dec 21 Monday 11 AM - 8 PM 1 PM — Como Las Movies
5:30 PM — Bill Kirchen

One last day to shop the Armadillo! Find meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts and meet the artists who made them.