Round Rock’s Light Up the Lake Event: Know Before You Go

Published on December 5, 2024 under RRnews

Light Up the Lake is the City of Round Rock’s favorite holiday festival, happening two evenings in a row on Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7 at Old Settlers Park. Admission to this event is free to the public.

IMPORTANT: Due to excessive rain, the Kenney Fort Grass Parking Lot will be closed for this year’s Light Up the Lake festival. Parking is further limited by ongoing construction on the 2023 G.O. Bond Old Settlers Park projects (see below for parking options). Please note that the bond projects currently under construction include upgrading the City’s event area for an improved parking and pedestrian experience for special events like Light Up the Lake!

Here’s what to expect:

A linear setup on the east side of Bright Lake due to ongoing 2023 G.O. bond project construction at Old Settlers Park
THIS IS A WALKING EVENT! Pathways will include sidewalks and grass terrain, which might be a little on the wet side due to recent weather– please plan accordingly.
Spectacular light shows every 15 minutes on Bright Lake (with ability to purchase an Interactive Show Bracelet along the event route)
Giant glowing balloons floating above the lake
Live music on two stages each night
Family-friendly activities, crafts, food vendors, holiday displays, and pictures with Santa
Stay warm by the yule log and enjoy the festive atmosphere

Light Up the Lake Event Map

Parking Options

Shuttle Service at Kalahari Resorts
Park at 3001 Kalahari Blvd.; shuttles will run to and from the park starting at 5 p.m.

Aten Loop Parking
Enter off East Old Settlers Boulevard and turn right on Aten Loop.

Harrell Parkway Parking
Enter off East Old Settlers Boulevard and turn right on Harrell Parkway.

Rideshare and Accessible Parking Options

Rideshare Pickup/Dropoff
Enter from North Red Bud Lane and turn on T.C. Oatts Lane to enter the lot for rideshare pickup and dropoff.

Accessible Parking
Handicap accessible parking is available for folks with disabilities placards

Event Schedule

Friday, December 6

6 p.m.: Vendor Markets Open
7 p.m.: Mayor Welcome at the Main Stage
(Note: Low lighting will occur throughout the park before the Mayor’s Welcome and event kick-off.)
7:15 p.m.:
- Light Up the Lake Light Show
- All Lighting Features Turn On
- All Activities Open
- Pictures with Santa Open
7:20 p.m.: Live Music on Two Stages:
- The Levites on the Main Stage
- North of Luck on Stage 2
9:30 p.m.: Event Ends

Saturday, December 7

6 p.m.: Vendor Markets Open
7 p.m.: City of Round Rock Welcome at the Main Stage
(Note: Low lighting will occur throughout the park before the City Welcome and event kick-off.)
7:15 p.m.:
- Light Up the Lake Light Show
- All Lighting Features Turn On
- All Activities Open
- Pictures with Santa Open
7:20 p.m.: Live Music on Two Stages:
- Gleaux Band on the Main Stage
- North of Luck on Stage 2
9:30 p.m.: Event Ends