# Austin Symphony Orchestra: Christmas in the Community Concerts > Event for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time. - When: Dec 1 – Dec 22 · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM - Where: Austin Central Library & Community Venues, 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701 - Ages: All ages (completely free admission; casual, family-welcoming community venues) - Price: 100% free community concerts; no tickets or reservations required. - Organizer: Austin Symphony Orchestra - Official page: https://austinsymphony.org - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 12, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-11), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/austin-symphony-orchestra-christmas-in-the-community-concerts--listing-f8bbff0ccd33a825ce64b042 ## About Christmas in the Community is a gift from the Austin Symphony Orchestra to Central Texas families, presenting a series of free chamber music concerts in accessible community venues throughout December. Small ensembles—including the ASO Brass Quintet, Woodwind Quintet, and String Quartet—travel to public locations such as the Austin Central Library, the Texas State Capitol Rotunda, Asian American Resource Center, and Carver Museum. Musicians perform beloved holiday carols, classical seasonal movements, and cheerful festive arrangements in an informal, up-close setting where children can see the instruments and interact with musicians. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Venues like the Austin Central Library feature full elevator access, wide aisles, and ample open space for strollers and wagons. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Austin Central Library provides dedicated private nursing rooms on the second floor, family restrooms with changing stations, and quiet reading terraces. • Age Suitability: Perfect for infants, toddlers, and young children. The casual format means parents can comfortably step in and out without theater etiquette pressure. • Sensory Tips: Acoustic, natural instruments without amplification make these concerts exceptionally gentle for sensory-sensitive listeners. 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