Celebrate the season at the Holiday Sing-Along, Tree Lighting and Downtown Stroll, Dec. 6

Description

Kick off the holiday season with KUT News, KUTX 98.9 and the Downtown Austin Alliance at the annual Holiday Sing-Along, Tree Lighting and Downtown Stroll. 

This free, family-friendly event is on Congress Avenue between 10th and 11th Streets. The stroll begins at 5 p.m. and features an artisan market, local food vendors, live music and photos with Santa. 

At 6 p.m., KUT News and KUTX 98.9 personalities will lead the crowd in a sing-along – a tradition started by John Aielli in the 1980s. Participants will receive a free keepsake songbook to help them with the lyrics. 

At 7 p.m., we’ll count down to the lighting of the 45-foot tree at 11th Street and Congress Avenue on the south edge of the Capitol grounds. 

Main Stage Schedule 

5:00 p.m.: Amber Blue Music (children’s entertainer)

6:00 p.m.: KUT News & KUTX 98.9 Holiday Sing-Along 

7:00 p.m.: Capitol Tree Lighting 

7:15 p.m.: Live Music at the Capitol (artist TBA) 

Guests can enjoy photos with Santa, Christmas carolers, performances by the Austin Bats dance team, the CapMetro Holiday Bus and more than 30 artisan vendors offering food, unique gifts and seasonal treats. Details here: https://www.kut.org/station-information/2025-11-14/join-us-at-the-holiday-sing-along-tree-lighting-and-downtown-stroll-dec-6