The holidays are approaching, and Austin Community College District (ACC) is bringing students and employees together for seasonal activities and celebrations. These events offer opportunities to connect, get creative, and enjoy holiday traditions. Explore the options below and help share them with students.

Thanksgiving Grab and Go

Riverbat Bites food pantries will once again offer ready-to-go Thanksgiving meal kits for students to pick up ahead of the holiday. Students and their families can also enjoy a Thanksgiving-themed family craft at the event. New this year—free turkey coupons are available from H-E-B.

  • Date: Monday, November 23
  • Time: 2–4 p.m.
  • Location: Highland Campus, Student Life Lounge, Building 1000, Room 2221
  • Who can attend: Students and their children

Students must RSVP using this form, as quantities are limited. 

Holidays Around the World

Explore holiday traditions from across the globe at ACC’s third annual Holidays Around the World. Hosted by the Military Families Center and ACC District Police Department, this family-friendly celebration features exhibits about holiday customs from different countries, hands-on crafts, and photos with Santa.

  • Date: Friday, December 11
  • Time Slots: 4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
  • Location: ACC Highland Campus, Building 4000 | Military Families Center, Room 4.2115 

Space is limited—students, faculty, and staff must RSVP to reserve their spot.

Winter Holiday Bash

Sponsored by ACC’s C.A.R.E. Network, students, their families, and ACC employees are invited to enjoy family-friendly crafts, refreshments, and photos with Santa at three campus locations. All events take place from 4–6 p.m.

Dates and Locations:

  • Friday, December 11 | Highland Campus, Student Life Lounge, Building 1000, Room 2221
  • Monday, December 14 | Round Rock Campus, Multipurpose Room, Building 8000, Room 8202
  • Wednesday, December 16 | Hays Campus, Student Commons, Building 1000, Room 1116

Students and employees should RSVP using this form.

If you know a student who could benefit from additional support or resources this holiday season, submit a referral to the C.A.R.E. Network to connect them with essential resources.