Thursday, June 22nd
6:30pm – 7:30pm

Enjoy an intimate evening tour of historic Villa Finale with longtime Executive Director, Jane Lewis.
Hear behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes while exploring this 1876 mansion – the only site of the National Trust For Historic Preservation in Texas. The ultimate insider’s perspective!

$20 member/$25 non-member

Please call (210) 223-9800 for additional information. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are extremely limited.

This program may include both indoor and outdoor experiences and includes stairs.

Saturday, September 23, 2023
10:30am – 12:00pm

Join us for this insightful tour of Villa Finale’s unique architectural details with noted architect and academic, Rick Lewis. Learn about the construction, rehabilitation, and on-going preservation of this grand historic home – the only site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Texas.

$10 Students / $15 Members / $20 Non-Members

Friday, October 6^th

6:00pm – 7:00pm

$10 member/$15 non-member

Introduce yourself to Villa Finale with Museum Interpreters Doug Daye and Sara Taylor. Hear personal stories and anecdotes and enjoy an up-close look at favorite objects in the Villa Finale collection on this very relaxed evening tour. This is the perfect tour for those who have never been to Villa Finale!

Saturday, October 14^th

3:00pm – 4:00pm

$10 member/$15 non-member

Join Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance for a hands-on workshop on the use and history of the fascinating divinatory Ouija board.

Saturday, October 14^th

5:30pm – 7:00pm

$15 member/$20 non-member

Meet Tarot reader Nicholas Fuqua and settle in for a deep investigation of your current circumstances and the opportunity to delve into the potentials and possibilities of the direction you’re headed.

Saturday, October 14^th

7:00pm – 8:30pm (gates at 6:30)

$30.00 member / $40.00 non-member

This incredible evening will feature a presentation and live seance by The Austin Seance inside historic Villa Finale, built in 1876. Learn about the history of spiritualism in America and commune with a spirit or two.

Saturday, October 21^st

6:30pm – 8:30pm

$25.00 member / $35.00 non-member

There’s been a murder committed at historic Villa Finale and it’s up to you to solve the crime! Join us for this macabre evening and enjoy refreshments, adult beverages, and murder mystery mayhem!

Saturday, October 28^th

10:00am -11:30am

$5 child / $10 adult

Calling kids of all ages! This family-friendly outdoor activity will have you ready for the spookiest day of the year with a custom jack o’ lantern of your own design. Supplies included and children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Tuesday, October 31^st

5:30pm – whenever the candy runs out!

Villa Finale continues its now-annual tradition of participating in the King William neighborhood’s trick or treating festivities! Villa Finale staff will be handing out candy, so bring your little ones early and wear your spookiest gear.

Saturday, November 4^th

10:00am -12:00pm

$10 member / $15 non-member

Museum Interpreters Doug Daye and Sara Taylor dig deep into the maximalism trend (hint: it’s the opposite of minimalism!) and help you achieve this look in your own home with this lighthearted workshop and tour. Coffee and breakfast treats included.

Saturday, November 18^th

10:00am – 12:00pm

$20 member / $25 non-member

In this learning lab, former Witte Museum curator, Dr. Michaele Haynes, will discuss the importance of the dress of Marie Antoinette and how her choice in clothing affected the outcome of the French Revolution. Coffee and breakfast treats included.

Saturday, December 2^nd

11:00am – 5:00pm

The much beloved King William Holiday Home Tour is back! Gather your friends and family for this holiday tradition and take this opportunity to view 8 beautiful homes in King William – including Villa Finale!

This event is hosted by the King William Association.

Thursday, December 7th

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Join us on December 7th for our Merry Friendsmas holiday party! This members-only fete will welcome the celebratory season with drinks, delicious food, and festive music. 

Call us at (210) 223-9800 to check your membership or to join the Friends of Villa Finale!

Friday, December 15th

5:30pm – 7:30pm

FREE

The celebratory season means holiday décor at Villa Finale, and we want to share the spirit of the season! Join us for our second annual free holiday open house and enjoy first floor access to this beautiful historic home and its festive finery.

Wednesday, December 13^th

Wednesday, December 20th

$20 member / $25 non-member

6:30pm – 8:00pm

This holiday evening experience highlights the music machines in the museum’s collection with demonstrations of unique music boxes, antique turntables, and more. Guests will be treated to a glass of champagne as they enjoy a fifteen-minute concert of traditional holiday songs played on our automated 1921 Bechstein-Welte reproducing piano. 

Please call Visitor Services at (210) 223-9800 to purchase your tickets.

6:30pm – 8:30pm (Gates open at 6:00pm)

$25 Villa Finale Members / $30 Non-members

Experience the romance of Villa Finale with an intimate Valentine’s concert performed by Ken Slavin, with live piano accompaniment by Barry Brake, in our elegant Napoleon Parlors. Mr. Slavin will perform an array of popular love songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Cole Porter, and more. Enjoy Valentine-inspired refreshments prior to the concert and leave with a rose for your beloved. This will be a truly enchanted evening!

7:00pm – 9:00pm (gate opens at 6:30pm)

$25 member/ $30 non-member

Villa Finale: Museum & Gardens is proud to bring back our Spring seance by popular demand! This incredible evening will feature a presentation and live seance by the renowned The Austin Seance inside historic Villa Finale, built in 1876.

Enjoy a cocktail and commune with a spirit or two as we celebrate the history of spiritualism in America!

Light snacks and adult beverages included. 13+ only please. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.