The countdown to the 2023 Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, Austin's cherished holiday tradition for nearly five decades, has officially begun. Tickets for the seasonal music and art festival are now on sale and attendees can purchase them in advance directly from the Armadillo website here. While the Armadillo maintains its legacy of curating over 200 unique artisans and makers, this year's event spotlights a fresh emphasis on music, fine art and holiday shopping like never before. Known for its commitment to showcasing the finest local, regional, and national artisans, The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar has expanded its selection to include a diverse array of award-winning national touring artists. From high-end fashion and accessories to custom furniture, large scale ceramic pieces, bold wearable art, wood sculptures and more, the festival caters to every art lover and holiday shopper's taste. The Armadillo Bazaar is the only place in Austin where shoppers can find such a vast selection of fine art and unique gifts in one fun and easy to shop location. For those interested in larger custom work, the Bazaar is also an excellent opportunity to commission pieces directly from artisans. To view a full list of this year's artists, please see here.
Beyond the bustling shopping and artistic creations, the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is renowned for its rich music scene. This year, guests can expect an exceptional live music experience as the festival will showcase an unprecedented number of performances each day across two intimate stages, featuring a phenomenal lineup of locally, regionally and nationally acclaimed musicians. The highly anticipated music lineup includes Ruthie Foster, Gary P. Nunn & Sons of Bunkhouse Band, Carolyn Wonderland, THEBROSFRESH, Sir Woman, Kelly Willis, Del Castillo Trio, Sue Foley, Marcia Ball's Pianorama, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Gina Chavez, Shelley King, Warren Hood, Emily Gimble, Tomar and the FC's, Madam Radar, Beat Root Revival, CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band, Bill Kirchen and his Silent Nights with Rick Richards and Jack Saunders, Albert & Gage, Tony Kamel & Kym Warner, The Watters, Suzanna Choffel, Jeff Plankenhorn, BettySoo, Henri Herbert, Jack Barksdale Wendy Colonna, Kevin Galloway, Kelley Mickwee, Kalu James, Deer Fellow, Scott Strickland, Midnight Snack, Shawn Pander and Como Las Movies. For a full schedule including set times and performance dates, please see here. Listeners can also check out a playlist of this year's full Armadillo music lineup on Spotify.
The 2023 Armadillo Christmas Bazaar has extended its duration with two additional weekends, instead of one, allowing attendees even more time to explore the incredible artistry on display and groove to more live music. The event will take place Friday, Dec. 15 - Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023 from 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. daily at the Palmer Events Center (900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704). This year's vibrant and immersive atmosphere will be elevated by The Armadillo Artway,
a brand new interactive art activation featuring Ozark's tintype photo studio, ornament marbling station by Mercedez Rex, an activation from Almost Real Things and much more on the front lawn of the event center during the first weekend. Another new addition to the Bazaar is Palmer's Parkside Food Court, an outdoor dining area featuring a variety of bites and beverages from food trucks and ample seating under the canopy overlooking the scenic park. Several indoor bars will be scattered throughout the event center including Hello Trouble Hall, a mobile honkey tonk and roaming bar cart to keep the holiday cheer flowing while guests shop. Plenty of seating will also be available for attendees to watch both intimate stages along with large aisles perfectly suited for a dance floor.
For many years the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar has strived to keep admission prices affordable for guests, allowing everyone to enjoy the rich experience of art and music. General admission, valid for any single day of the event, is $12 with additional fees. Shoppers can also opt for the full immersion with a Season Pass, where they can explore art every day and catch each music act on both stages, valued at $60 plus fees. Children 12 and under are free. Additionally, The 2023 Armadillo Christmas Bazaar offers a variety of festival merchandise, including T-shirts, pins, ornaments and official gear available in their online store and onsite at the event. To avoid missing out on these special keepsakes, patrons are encouraged to make merchandise purchases in advance.
As the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar prepares for another year of holiday magic, they extend a heartfelt thanks to their valued sponsors, including Austin Convention Center Department, Juice Consulting, Stella Artois, Sun Radio, Almost Real Things, Subaru, Astound Broadband, Chronicle, Holiday Inn, The Goose on Limecreek, Hello Trouble Hall, Edible Austin, Southside Flying Pizza, Nomad Sound, The Line, Dylan James Homes, HPC Engineers and Labor Finders for their invaluable support.
Where music, fine art, and holiday shopping come together to create unforgettable memories, the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is the perfect place to kickstart the holiday season in style, and become a cherished part of your holiday tradition. Stay connected with the latest updates, artist announcements, and behind-the-scenes content by joining the festival's social media community. Follow the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar on Instagram and Facebook and sign up for their online newsletter.
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