Here are eight events to explore in the Austin area Dec. 5-7.

Family-friendly events include the Light Up The Lake holiday festival in Round Rock, the 45th annual Budafest and performances of The Nutcracker at Ballet Austin.

This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change.

Light Up The Lake

Round Rock’s annual Light Up the Lake is a two-day holiday festival at Old Settlers Park. The event will feature giant balloons over Bright Lake, live music on the new Lakeview Stage, a light show and family activities. This is a walking event and pathways will include both sidewalks and grass terrain.

Dec. 5-6, 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Free (admission)

3300 Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock

www.roundrocktexas.gov/event/lightupthelake

24th annual Holiday Home Tour

Hosted by the Kiwanis Club

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