The best New Year’s Eve city might surprise you—it's not New York or Las Vegas

A new WalletHub analysis finds that travelers seeking a festive but affordable New Year’s Eve celebration have strong alternatives to pricey hotspots like Times Square.

NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped

NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.

Where can I see holiday lights in Central Texas?

The 2025 holiday season is here and with it comes lighting displays, parades and events, including here in Central Texas.

Georgetown's Candyland Christmas Stroll
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Christmas festivities are underway in Georgetown with the annual Candyland Christmas Stroll this weekend. FOX 7 Austin's Bryanna Carroll reports.

President Trump and first lady light National Christmas Tree

The president and first lady participated in the Thursday evening ceremony, a tradition dating back to 1923.

Survey reveals: Who's getting tips for the holidays – and how much?

Data shows that holiday tipping is down slightly and amounts are mostly flat. Here’s a look at who is getting tips for the holidays and how much.

San Marcos' Christmas lighting ceremony

Hays County is ringing in the holiday season. The county judge invited the community out for the annual Christmas lighting ceremony.

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park opens January 1 with Opening Day Hikes

The newest Texas State Park, Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, will host limited, ranger-guided First Day Hikes on New Year's Day, January 1, 2026, for visitors who secure advance reservations.

Christmas trees arrive at Texas Capitol for holidays
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A festive holiday tradition continues at the Texas Capitol as Christmas trees, including a massive 28-foot display in the House chamber, arrive by horse-drawn carriage, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the historic ornament program.

Texas Capitol Christmas trees delivered by horse-drawn carriage

A festive holiday tradition continues at the Texas Capitol as Christmas trees, including a massive 28-foot display in the House chamber, arrive by horse-drawn carriage, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the historic ornament program.

Holiday shipping deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS dates for on-time delivery

With the holiday shopping season underway, the nation’s major shipping carriers are reminding customers to send packages early to ensure arrival by Christmas.

National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 13, how you can help honor and remember the fallen

More than 2 million volunteers across the country will once again remember the fallen, honor those who served, and teach the next generation the value of freedom at the National Wreaths Across America Day.