Perched on the banks of the Colorado River lies Marble Falls – a Hill Country getaway just a three-hour drive from Houston. Marble Falls stands as a premier Hill Country destination, offering enough gorgeous scenery, charming attractions, festive cheer and countless amenities to keep travelers returning again and again.

With the holidays right around the corner, Marble Falls is getting the entire town into the festive spirit with 44 Nights of Events starting Friday, Nov. 19th. Every year, the Christmas celebration begins with the annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting. This 30-foot tree sits in the middle of Downtown Marble Falls and is a great backdrop to family holiday photos or selfies to commemorate the festive occasion. 

Marvel in the breathtaking display of 2 million lights over 350 sculptures right along the water on Lake Marble Falls with the annual Walkway of Lights. There will also be planned activities every weekend on the event grounds such as free photos with the big man himself, Santa; Christmas cookie decorating; and live music. This year’s event marks 31 years of holiday cheer and is free to the public, running from Nov. 19 through Jan. 1 from 6 - 10 pm, weather permitting.  

Attendees can also enjoy the Winter Ice Skating Rink situated next to the Walkway of Lights. Ice skating is $10 in advance and $12 day of, with skate rentals included in the price of admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance at VisitMarbleFalls.org/Christmas. Additional holiday activities include Breakfast with Santa, Christmas Market on Main featuring over 80+ vendors with handmade goods and crafts, Downtown Sip N’ Shops, and more! 

If you’re looking for even more to do in Marble Falls throughout the year, they have it. Located on Lake Marble Falls, one of six man-made lakes in the Highland Lakes region, Marble Falls is a popular destination for boating, watersports, hiking and other outdoor activities. It also boasts cultural experiences such as live music and art walks, along with unique and locally owned places to shop and eat.

For more adventurous outdoor activities, head over to Shaffer Bend Recreation Area - or one of the other half-dozen recreational spots along the Colorado River - to enjoy kayaking or stand up paddle boarding. If you prefer to stay on dry land, Pedernales Falls State Park, Longhorn Cavern State Park and the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Preserve are each about a 30-minute drive from Downtown, perfect for a weekend excursion or week-long vacation. For longer treks or camping trips, gorgeous state parks like Enchanted Rock, Inks Lake and Pace Bend are also close by. Adventure-seekers and adrenaline junkies might choose to visit the Hidden Falls Adventure Park, a 2,100-acre outdoor adventure park with rugged trails for off-road vehicles, plus firing ranges and other activities. 

To get a taste of this charming town’s wine scene, check out Flat Creek Enoteca across the street from the Marble Falls Visitor Center. The tasting room offers a selection of wine from foreign, domestic and local Hill Country vineyards. Flat Creek Estates’ own winery and vineyard lies to the east, offering tours, tastings and onsite lodging. Beyond wine, Marble Falls is home to a number of local breweries, like Save the World Brewing Co., Double Horn Brewing and the Bear King Brewing Co., bringing an impressive number of craft breweries per capita to the town of just over 7,300.

Whether you’re looking for a scenic hike, a multi-day excursion, or just a day spent lounging on the lake, Marble Falls has a variety of outdoor experiences for visitors, no matter the season. Visit Visitmarblefalls.org to start planning your trip today!