Hill Country Happenings: November 27 – December 3, 2016

Christmas Gala: Jingle Bells & Fancy Boots Social hour, dinner, dance. Cost: $15 a person. 5:30 – 11 p.m. Frio Pecan Farm, 144 Red Wright Rd, Leakey, TX 78873. friocanyonchamber.com

Old Town Christmas Festival The town comes alive to spread Christmas joy throughout the community. Activities for the kids, pictures with Santa, local school performances and entertainment, food court, local vendors, and more. Free. 10 a.m. 100 N Brushy St, Leander, TX 78641. oldtownleander.com

Bryson Breakfast with Santa Enjoy a variety of fun, family-friendly activities, and breakfast, including complimentary pictures with Santa, Christmas letters to military personnel, an omelet and waffle station, plus Bloody Marys, mimosas, and hot cocoa. Free. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 501 Chitalpa St, Leander, TX 78641. freefuninaustin.com