There are so many things happening around Austin in December it’s hard to keep it all straight. There are the usual theater shows and singing groups but here’s a list of events that are family-friendly and free. Can’t get much better than that!

Mozart’s Christmas Light Show, Now – Christmas, Every hour on the hour, 6pm – 1am.

Chuy’s Parade, Saturday, 12/1, 11am. Starts at the Capitol moving south along Congress to Cesar Chavez. Bring a toy to donate to Operation Blue Santa.

Christmas at the Capitol, Saturday, 12/1, Sing-a-long starts at 6pm, Downtown stroll with activities and entertainment, 7 – 9pm.

2nd Annual Merry Movie Night Under the Stars, Charlie Brown Christmas and A Christmas Story. Seating starts at 6pm, Movie 6:30pm, Soleil outdoor patio, 6550 Comanche Trail.

Zilker Tree Lighting Ceremony, Zilker Park, 12/2, 6pm. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the Zilker Holiday Tree.

Driskill Hotel Tree Lighting, featuring Kendra Scott. Wednesday, 12/5, 7pm. Check out Driskill’s 12 Days of Christmas for other fun activities throughout the season.

Luminations, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 12/8 – 12/9, 6 – 9pm, Bring 2 canned food items for Capital Area Food Bank.

SNOW DAY at the Hill Country Galleria, 12 – 4pm, Make a snow angel!

Trail of Lights, 12/16 – 12/23, 6:30pm – 10pm. After a two year absence, the Trail of Lights is back!