Top Austin Holidays in 2026

Swap the usual “what should we do today?” debate for a fun, hands-on candle making class hosted at a trendy local brewery in Austin. In this hands-on experience, Instructor Sharae will guide you step by step as you design and pour your own custom candle. You’ll explore different scents, learn how fragrance, wax and wicks work together and create a candle that feels completely personal. And the best news? No experience is needed. Get ready for an experience that is creative, relaxing and way more memorable than sitting through another average happy hour. This class is ideal for couples looking for a unique date night, friends planning a girls’ night out, solo guests who want a calming creative escape and travelers searching for a local activity beyond the typical sightseeing list. Come for the cozy atmosphere, stay for the joy of making something with your own hands and leave with a custom candle that feels totally you.

For celebrations or just a good ol’ day with friends, book this Austin Private Pedal Vehicle Pub Crawl Experience to avoid the hassle of finding a designated driver while drinking. This pedal vehicle features 10 pedal seats and five non-pedal seats and a sound system you can connect to your phone to play music as you go. Bring your own alcohol and use the onboard cooler to enjoy your time before you make stops at some of Austin’s coolest bars.

Retreat from the busy city for a day of wine tasting in Texas Hill Country. After meeting at a designated location, hop into a luxury limousine and visit three wineries just outside Austin, sampling several wines at each stop. The tour also stops for lunch (own expense) at the renowned Salt Lick restaurant in Driftwood.

Discover the highlights of Austin along with several local breweries during this half-day beer tasting and bike tour. Pedal past landmarks including the Texas State Cemetery and the Moonlight Towers and stop for sudsy refreshments at three breweries. Your guide shares commentary about the city and breweries on a moderate level bike tour that is suitable for most people with biking experience. Bike gear and beers are included.

If you’re celebrating something special in Austin, or you just fancy a day on the water with friends—this private party boat tour is an ideal choice. Enjoy a BYOB setup with onboard coolers to help avoid expensive bar tabs. As the trip is private, you don’t share the boat with other groups, and a captain handles the navigation so you can relax and enjoy time with friends.

Check out Austin's Sixth Street nightlife on your own terms with an app-based bar crawl. Download the Let’s Roam app and visit pubs, clubs, and dive bars while completing photo and video challenges to earn points and become the Bar Hunt Champion. This interactive scavenger hunt suits small groups, team building, date nights, or special events. Participants must be 21 or older.

The Austin Luxury Tours Brewery Tour offers guests the ultimate all-inclusive Austin craft beer experience in the hill country of the great state of Texas! Get a VIP behind-the-scenes tour of some of the best breweries in the Austin Hillcountry. Enjoy the beer knowledge, great food options, comfortable transportation in one of our luxurious Limousines or Mercedes Benz Party Buses, and lots of delicious beer along the way at the best 3 breweries the Hill Country has to offer!

Welcome to Austin's premier pole dance & aerial arts studio designed exclusively for adults seeking a space to embrace fun, freedom, and self-expression. We take pride in being the only studio of its kind in Austin, intentionally catering to adults who desire an environment free from distractions, ensuring an immersive and empowering experience. At soFly Social, we focus on providing a safe and welcoming space where you can explore movement, get fit, meet friends, and feel incredible in your body without inhibition. Our space is crafted to offer you the chance to freely move, explore, learn, and grow. We embrace the joy of movement and the thrill of flight, steering away from competition and instead focusing on the experience of pure joy and personal growth. Our studio is proudly woman-owned, POC-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and above all, a safe haven that embraces all bodies, religions, races, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

If you’re wanting to save yourself the hassle of planning a night out in Downtown Austin, book this Austin VIP Bar and Club Crawl Experience that’s planned and led by a guide. Visit up to five popular venues, including the Coyote Ugly Saloon and Buck Wild, with shots included and cover charges all covered. Plus, get a chance to ride a mechanical bull, play drinking games, and more.

The Ultimate Double-Decker Party Pontoon with Water Slide About trip: Turn the lake into your playground. Your double-decker pontoon brings nonstop lake party energy with a top-deck and water slide, Bluetooth surround sound to keep the vibes loud, and a massive Aqua Lily Pad perfect for floating, laying out, and living your best life. Cruise, dance, swim, repeat—this boat was made for birthdays, bach trips, and “we’re definitely posting this” kind of days. Pull up, drop anchor, crack a drink, and let Lake Austin do the rest. Vibe Highlights: • Double-decker with epic water slide • Bluetooth surround sound • Giant Aqua Lily Pad for lounging & floating • Plenty of space to dance, chill, and turn heads • Hit the lively "Party Cove" or pick a private cove **Pickup instructions and address: 5019 N Capital of Texas Highway **Parking: $5 CASH ONLY per person **20% Captain Gratuity: not included, pay directly with your professional Captain after trip. Cash, Venmo, cash app or Zelle.