Events
BY AMANDA CUTSHALL
30th annual Austin Powwow Hosted by the nonprofit Great Promise for American Indians, the festival will give those attending an up-close look at Native American culture with traditional music, dancing competitions, a Native market and food. • Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. • $7 (online), $10 (at the door) • Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Lane, Austin • www.austinpowwow.net
ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot Benefiting the nonprofit that has the goal to end homelessness in the area, Caritas of Austin, the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot is known to be the most attended 5-mile run in the state and attracts more than 20,000 runners each year.
• Nov. 23, 8:45-10:45 a.m. • Free (attendees), prices vary (participants) • The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin • www.thundercloud.com
A Christmas Affair: Holiday Market Benefiting The Junior League of Austin, the holiday bazaar will offer more than 200 vendors from both small and midsize businesses. • Nov. 15-19, times vary • $25 • 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin • www.jlaustin.org Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Since its first lighting in 1967, the Zilker Holiday Tree has become a tradition for many in Austin. • Nov. 26; 5:15 p.m. (music), 6 p.m. (tree lighting) • Free • Zilker, 2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin • www.austintexas.gov
connecting more than 300 authors with their readers. There will be panels and author presentations throughout the event, along with book signings and
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activities for children. • Nov. 11-12, times vary • Free
Austin Tequila Fest The Austin Tequila Society will team up with Casa Chapala to present Austin Tequila Fest. The festival will provide those attending a chance to explore 25 different brands of agave spirits, including tequila and mezcal. • Nov. 4; 4-5:45 p.m. (VIP), 6-10 p.m. (general admission) • $55-$90 • Casa Chapala Mexican Cuisine and Tequila Bar, 904 Research Blvd., Ste. 100, Austin • Instagram: AtxTequilaFest Texas Book Festival This nonprofit’s annual festival is dedicated to
• 1100 S. Congress Ave., Austin • www.texasbookfestival.org
Quesoff A cook-off hosted by Mohawk Austin and built around cheese will benefit Central Texas Food Bank. Both professional and amateur cooks will compete. • Nov. 12, noon-3 p.m. • $20 • Mohawk Austin, 912 Red River St., Austin • Instagram: quesoffatx
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