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Support the Sobering Center on its One Year Anniversary
The community is invited to the one-year anniversary celebration and fundraiser for the Sobering Center. Enjoy live music by Newning featuring the Sobering Center’s very own, Stephen Strakowski, MD. All of the money raised will go towards advancing the mission and work of the Sobering Center.
Read More⟶Join us at our Future of Downtown Parks Lunch Featuring Celebrated Planner
Hear from one of the nation's leading urban thinkers and planners, NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver, on how we can ensure we are creating welcoming, equitable and inclusive places for our whole community to enjoy.
Read More⟶City Releases Draft of New Land Development Code: Learn more and get involved!
The City of Austin has released the first draft of a new land development code and revised zoning maps.
Read More⟶How are you getting to ACL? Take the Free Shuttle from Republic Square!
Be sure to know all of your ride options and plan your trip before ACL kicks off next week. We suggest taking the free official ACL shuttles from Republic Square!
Read More⟶Explore Austin’s Museums for Free on Austin Museum Day
Austin Museum Day is a celebration of art, culture history, music, nature, and science. Enjoy a free day at participating downtown museums!
Read More⟶Town Hall on Ordinances & Homelessness with City Leaders on August 21
Join us for a town hall meeting to discuss the recent changes to Austin's public order ordinances and the city's plan to move forward with solutions for individuals experiencing homelessness. And get up to speed with these resources before the August 21 town hall meeting.
Read More⟶Ballet Austin’s Come Dance!
Ballet Austin's annual Come Dance! celebration offers free dance classes designed for all levels. Classes include Ballet, Bollywood, Cardio Dance, Cardio Hip Hop, Contemporary Dance, Flamenco, Hip Hop, Hawaiian Dance, Jazz Funk, Jazz Fusion, Tap, and more!
Read More⟶Austin Restaurant Weeks Begin this Thursday!
Enjoy special priced food and drinks from over 100 of Austin's best restaurants starting this Thursday! Find out which downtown restaurants are participating, and support the Central Texas Food Bank when you order.
Read More⟶Austin Restaurant Weeks Benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank Starts August 15
Austin Restaurant Weeks is back beginning on August 15 and runs through September 2! The Central Texas Food Bank's annual fundraiser offers prix fixe meals and drinks from over 100 of Austin’s best restaurants, bars, and breweries.
Read More⟶Celebrate Austin Pride Downtown this Week
Austin's Pride celebration kicks off this week with a great lineup of diverse events including the annual Pride parade on Saturday, August 10.
Read More⟶Be Part of the Solution with Leadership Austin’s Beyond Diversity Training
The Downtown Austin Alliance is honored to have the opportunity to participate in Beyond Diversity Training as we work together toward a more equitable community. All of our employees are completing training this summer. We encourage other businesses and organizations to join us!
Read More⟶Thank you, Austin for celebrating our city at Austin’s Birthday Bash!
On Saturday, August 3, Austinites gathered at Republic Square to celebrate Austin's birthday at the second annual Austin's Birthday Bash. There was something for everyone to enjoy – live music, great local food and treats, and fun activities for the whole family.
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