Merry & Bright: Romantic Spots for a Holidate in Austin

Tis the season! Looking to get in the holiday spirit with your sweetheart? Check out these Romantic Spots in Austin that are perfect for a holidate. Make your own Hallmark Christmas movie experience, by planning a romantic holidate (or several) for you and your sweetheart. These romantic spots are tree-mendous picks if you’re looking for a date that sleighs.

1) Lala’s Little Nugget~ Christmas All Year

There’s no more festive spot for a holidate than Lala’s which keeps the holiday cheer throughout the year. This Christmas themed bar has all the merry and bright you could want with Christmas decor everywhere and themed cocktails too.

2) Trail of Lights~ Frolick Through Festive Lights

The Trail of Lights is an iconic part of an Austin Christmas. Head to the Trail of Lights with your sweetheart to take in the impressive holiday light display that turns Zilker Park into a festive winter wonderland.

3) ZACH Theatre~ Festive Performances

ZACH Theatre is ringing in the holiday season with two different holiday themed performances. Check out the calendar on their website to grab tickets for you and your sweetheart to a festive performance of either A Christmas Carol or Holiday Heroes.

4) Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center~ Luminations

Luminations transforms the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center into a merry and bright light display that will leave you in awe. A stroll through the festively lit gardens with your sweetheart is a great holidate idea.

5) Parker Jazz Club~ Jolly Jazz

Head to Parker Jazz Club for some holly jolly holiday jazz that is sure to hit all the right notes. Parker Jazz Club is always a great spot for a date with your sweetheart. Catch one of the special holiday shows for an incredible holidate.

6) Long Center~ The Nutcracker

The Long Center is hosting the holiday favorite, The Nutcracker. This holiday ballet is being performed by Ballet Austin. Snag some tickets for a performance and head off to the world of dancing sugar plum fairies with your sweetheart.

7) Mozart’s~ Lights on the Lake

Mozart’s Holiday Light Show has become a cherished tradition in Austin, drawing locals and tourists alike to witness the captivating blend of lights, music, and holiday cheer in a picturesque lakeside setting. It’s a delightful way to embrace the spirit of the season and create lasting memories with your sweetheart.

8) Celia Jacob’s Cheesecake Experience~ Cheery Cheesecakes

Celia Jacob’s is a great addition to a date any time of the year. The seasonal holiday cheesecake flavors will take your holidate to the next level. The gingerbread and peppermint flavors are like Christmas in your mouth.

As you can see, Austin has lots of great spots for a holidate with your sweetheart. These date ideas are sure get you and your sweetheart in the holiday spirit. From all of us at Romantic Spots, we wish you and yours a very merry Christmas.

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