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Outdoor bar, play space for the kiddos, food trucks, and a spooky-themed market filled with local artisans and sweet treats? That sounds like the perfect night! Grab your family and friends and visit the Hill Country Market Days' very first market at The Good Lot! Read the details.

The holidays are almost here—and so is the hunt for the perfect gifts. 🎁 Skip the stress and dive into our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: From Tots to Teens, packed with playful, thoughtful picks for every age and stage.

From squishy baby favorites to big-kid brain boosters, we’ve rounded up toys, games, and creative surprises that spark joy (and maybe a little quiet time). Whether you're shopping for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, or tweens, there's something magical waiting to be wrapped.

Let’s make their holidays unforgettable—and yours blissfully easy. ✨

If you’ve got a young bookworm in the house—or just want to spark a love of reading—The Kids Bookshop in Leander is a must-visit. This locally owned treasure is all about making books fun, affordable, and accessible for kids of all ages.

After four years of running everything straight out of her garage, owner Ann Kimura has transformed The Kids Bookshop into a beautiful, cozy storefront where families can browse shelves of gently used children’s books instead of digging through boxes. What makes The Kids Bookshop special? Read on for details.

 

Deutschen Pfest is Pflugerville’s beloved annual celebration of German heritage—with a Texas twist! From live music and carnival rides to face painting, a petting zoo, the Pfun Run & Kids’ K, a bustling artisan market, and a lively Biergarten with local brews and stein-holding contests, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Mark your calendar and check out the full details—this is one fest you won’t want to miss! 

In the heart of Leander, Texas, beneath the shade of seventy-five majestic oak trees, lies a farm that’s redefining what it means to grow food, build community, and live in harmony with nature. The 75 Oaks isn’t just a place where vegetables sprout and animals roam — it’s a living classroom, a local food hub, and a sanctuary for families across Central Texas. But today, this beloved farm faces an urgent threat that could silence its mission. Read how you can support and save The 75 Oaks.

Oktoberfest, the iconic German celebration since 1812, is so legendary it even has its own beer—Oktoberfest brew! And thanks to the German-Texan Heritage Society, Austin gets a taste of this authentic celebration. Held at the historic German Free School in the Red River Cultural District, you can enjoy the festivities in a charming setting with terraced gardens. With fun for the whole family, including kids' activities like pumpkin painting, this event is all about the German spirit of Gemütlichkeit—a cozy feeling of belonging, warmth, and friendliness!

You are invited to shop Rhea Lana's, the Nation's Premier Children's Consignment Event!

If you're a parent in Austin looking to stretch your budget without sacrificing quality, Rhea Lana's of Barton Creek is your seasonal shopping sanctuary. This beloved children's consignment event, held twice a year, transforms Sunset Valley Marketplace into a haven of high-end bargains and community spirit.

Shop thousands of quality items from local families in once place for one week only! Save 60-90% off retail prices - from everyday brands to name brands all at affordable prices. Every item is inspected, so you can expect HIGH-QUALITY! children's clothes, shoes, toys, books, puzzles, baby gear, sports gear and so much more at amazing prices.

If you’ve ever wished your favorite indie bookstore could just show up at your local market, brewery, or boutique event—wish granted. Meet Wandering Pages, the mobile bookstore cruising through the Texas Hill Country and turning ordinary weekends into literary treasure hunts.

Discover more about Wandering Pages and see where this charming mobile bookstore will pop up next.

Mark your calendars for the Round Rock Arts Fest at Centennial Plaza in Downtown Round Rock!

Round Rock Arts Fest (formerly called Chalk Walk) is one of Round Rock area’s largest and most prestigious free festival. The fest features hundreds of artists, vendors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks.

Award winning children’s and maternity consignment sale Just Between Friends Williamson County is coming back to Leander on September 24-27, 2025!!

JBF Williamson County is a bargain hunter’s dream with 28,000 sq ft of quality items inspected by a recall specialist for 50-90% off of retail prices.

Bring your family, friends, besties, or make it a meet-up for your Mom group. Children, strollers, and wagons welcome.

Read on for details and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate or one Prime Time Shopping pass.

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