Shop Local in Downtown Round Rock, Georgetown & Hutto: Nov. 13–19, 2026

Welcome to Around Austin & Round Rock, a weekly guide from Southern Luxe Group to what's happening in Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Hutto, Pflugerville and the communities in between.

Mid-November is one of my favorite times to slow down and shop close to home. The weather has finally cooled off, the first holiday markets are popping up, and our historic downtowns are at their best. This week I'm focusing on Downtown Round Rock, the Georgetown Square and Hutto, plus a few big Austin happenings worth the drive. Here's what's on the calendar for November 13 to 19, 2026.

Why shop local in Round Rock, Georgetown and Hutto

Downtown Round Rock's Main Street is lined with locally owned coffee shops, restaurants and boutiques, and the City keeps it lively with free live music on Prete Plaza and lunchtime shows on the Main Street parklets. Up the road, the Georgetown Square is packed with independent shops and restaurants around the historic courthouse, and it's an easy place to spend a whole Saturday. In Hutto, the historic downtown and the growing Co-op District around the old cotton gin site are worth a stroll as new places keep opening. Every dollar you spend at a local shop helps keep these downtowns special, and holiday gift shopping is the perfect excuse.

Friday, November 13

Creek Show on Waterloo Greenway (Austin)

Austin's favorite outdoor light-art show returns, this year on the newly opened southern stretch of Waterloo Greenway down to Lady Bird Lake. It's a beautiful evening walk and a great kickoff to the season.

• When: Nightly, November 13 to 21, 6 to 10 p.m. (timed entry, 6 to 8 p.m. or 8 to 10 p.m.)
• Where: Waterloo Greenway, main entrance at 4th Street and Sabine Street, Austin
• Cost: Ticketed (general admission, optional Fast Pass and 4-packs). Kids 5 and under are free. The free Community Night on November 16 is sold out.
• Details: waterloogreenway.org

Saturday, November 14

2nd Saturday Market Days on the Georgetown Square

Artisans, crafters, food trucks and local makers set up around the Square, with local musicians playing all day. Pair it with lunch at one of the Square's restaurants and you've got an easy start on holiday gifts.

• When: Saturday, November 14, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Where: Around the Downtown Georgetown Square
• Cost: No admission fee listed. Free parking in city lots and the garage at 4th and Rock Street.
• Details: Downtown Georgetown Association

Texas Book Festival (Austin)

Author talks, book signings and free family activities take over the Capitol grounds for one of Austin's best free weekends of the year.

• When: Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 15, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: Texas State Capitol and nearby venues, downtown Austin
• Cost: Free and open to the public. A few headliner sessions need a ticket, which includes a book.
• Details: texasbookfestival.org (downtown street closures start Thursday, so plan on CapMetro or carpooling)

Sunday, November 15

Holiday Makers Market in Cedar Park

A relaxed Sunday afternoon market with local makers, handmade gifts and seasonal goodies, right in front of the Cedar Park Public Library.

• When: Sunday, November 15, noon to 5 p.m.
• Where: The Backyard at The Bell District, 431 Pecan Wood Dr., Cedar Park
• Cost: Free to attend
• Details: Event page

Tuesday and Thursday, November 17 and 19

Hometown Lunchtime Parklet Shows in Downtown Round Rock

Grab lunch on Main Street and enjoy a little live music outdoors. Mattie Rose plays Tuesday at Parklet #1 on Main Street (in front of Brass Tap), and Nate Boff plays Thursday at Parklet #2 on the Downtown Paseo Stage.

• When: Tuesday, November 17, and Thursday, November 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Where: Main Street parklets, Downtown Round Rock
• Cost: Part of the City's hometown music series; no tickets listed
• Details: City of Round Rock

Wednesday, November 18

Music on Main in Downtown Round Rock

Round Rock's free Wednesday night concerts continue with The JAMS Band ATX. Bring a lawn chair, grab dinner at one of the downtown restaurants and make a night of it.

• When: Wednesday, November 18, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Where: Prete Plaza, 221 E. Main St., Round Rock
• Cost: Free and family friendly
• Details: City of Round Rock

Local spotlight: Lamppost Coffee

If you're shopping Downtown Round Rock this week, start with a cup at Lamppost Coffee on Main Street. Lamppost is a locally owned coffee company and roaster that opened its first Round Rock shop in 2015 and has since grown to locations in Downtown Round Rock, Hutto, Georgetown and San Marcos. That makes it a fitting stop for a "shop local" week, since you can find it in all three of the downtowns featured here. The Main Street shop sits right by one of the lunchtime music parklets, so it's an easy place to warm up before or after a show. Learn more about Lamppost in Downtown Round Rock.

Living in Austin and Round Rock

Walkable downtowns, free concerts and weekend markets are a big part of why so many people love living here. If you're curious about the area, take a look at my guides to living in Round Rock, TX, living in Austin, and the best neighborhoods in Round Rock. And if you missed last week's guide, catch up on Veterans Day events around Austin and Round Rock.

Let's talk about your next move

Whether you're thinking about buying, selling or just want to know what homes are doing in your neighborhood, I'm always happy to help. I work with clients across the Greater Austin Area to Bryan College Station. Book a time on my calendar or call/text me at (512) 629-9050.

Trina Heinmiller
Team Lead | Southern Luxe Group | eXp Realty

Event details can change. Please confirm dates, times and costs with each organizer before you go.