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Jo's Coffee
Sunday, April 13 - December 14, 2025 | View details for schedule

Drag Brunch & Bubbles

The fabulous Lawrie Bird hosts and the fun begins at 1 PM. What else do you need to know? All are welcome.

Performing Arts
Long Center
Thursday, May 22 - August 14, 2025 | View details for schedule

The Drop-In

The Long Center’s free outdoor concert series returns on May 22! 🎸 Every Thursday through August 14, the center provides free music along the backdrop of the Austin skyline!

Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Long Center
Sunday, May 25 - June 29, 2025 | View details for schedule

Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park

Come beat the heat with your Austin Symphony Orchestra (ASO) as they begin their annual Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park in the spring! All ages, including pets, enjoy relaxing Sunday evenings with different musical ensembles presented by the ASO.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Survey
Virtual
Wednesday, May 28 - June 30, 2025 | View details for schedule

City of Austin 2026 Bond Survey

The 2026 General Obligation (GO) Bond is an opportunity to invest in the future of our city, but it’s important that it reflects the priorities and needs of our community. Your feedback will help shape the projects that move forward in Austin!

Survey
Virtual
Monday, June 2 - August 25, 2025 | View details for schedule

Austin Citywide Lighting Plan Survey

Let your voice be heard! Give your opinions on the Citywide Lighting Plan that will provide the City with a long-term strategy to enhance its lighting system.

Republic Square
Tuesday, June 3 - August 5, 2025 | View details for schedule

YTX Summer Sunset Yoga

Join YTX for their annual weekly Summer Sunset Series at Republic Square. Join for free yoga and community throughout the summer.

Fitness + Wellness
Free Event
Outdoors
Survey
Virtual
Tuesday, June 3 - July 31, 2025 | View details for schedule

Red River Cultural District Story Survey

GOT A RED RIVER MEMORY? WE WANT TO HEAR IT! Submit your favorite Red River memory and help preserve the memory of the cultural district.

Downtown Holidays
Highland Lounge
Friday, June 6 - 27, 2025 | View details for schedule

The Real Drag Queens of Austin

HOT OFF THE PRESS- THE GIRLS ARE BACK! Join a rotating cast every Friday at the Highland Lounge for unhinged and unfiltered chaos, hosted by Colleen Deforrest

Arts + Culture
Live Music
Performing Arts
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Saturday, June 7 - December 20, 2025 | View details for schedule

Artisan Mercado

Vist an indoor Latinx art and arts and crafts market at the Artisan Mercado, 506 Congress Avenue in downtown Austin, Texas. The Mercado, fashioned after markets in Latin America, operates from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the first and third Saturday from June through December.

Arts + Culture
Festivals + Markets
Downtown Holidays
Saturn Cocktail Club
Tuesday, June 17 - 24, 2025 | View details for schedule

Aura

DragonnQueen & Jasmin Porter present Aura for Women, Fems & Thems who love women on Tuesdays at Saturn

Live Music
Antone's
Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kinky Curly Coily Festival

This isn’t just a festival — it’s a movement. A space where curls, kinks, coils, and culture are not only celebrated but center stage. Whether you’re team twist-out, loc’d up, or fresh from the big chop — this is YOUR space to shine.

Festivals + Markets
Live Music
Downtown Holidays
Swan Dive
Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 7:00 pm

SXSW Pride

Head to Swan Dive to celebrate the Pride series with SXSW on June 26 with live performances starting at 7pm!

Arts + Culture
Live Music
Performing Arts
Downtown Holidays
Cuatro Gato, Swan Dive
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 8:00 pm

SXSW “Y’all Means All” Pride Showcase

Join us for an inclusive evening of networking and dancing as we celebrate the vibrant LGBTQ+ community and those working every day to bring us towards a better and brighter future. All collected donations will go directly to Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT), the largest statewide, BIPOC trans-led, trans-focused policy, education, and advocacy organization in the state of Texas.

Live Music
Performing Arts
Downtown Holidays
Long Center
Thursday, July 3, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Star Spangled Fest: Independence Eve Party

Kick off Star-Spangled Fest with an unforgettable Independence Eve celebration on Thursday, July 3, presented by Thomas J. Henry! Reckless Kelly & Friends will take the stage at Dell Hall at The Long Center for a high-energy night of outlaw country, surprise guests, and a live taping of The Texas Music Scene. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the sound, this epic super-jam promises a one-of-a-kind experience. Tickets start at $29 + tax, with All Access passes available. We're also celebrating our heroes with complimentary tickets for active military and veterans thanks to VetTix.org.

Family Friendly
Live Music
Downtown Holidays
Auditorium Shores
Friday, July 4, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

48th Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4 Concert & Fireworks Celebration

Join us at The Long Center and Vic Mathias Shores for an unforgettable evening of live music, local eats, games and fun, leading up to the city’s iconic lakefront fireworks show. Festivities kick off at 5pm with performances from local and ASO musicians on the shoreline stage. Stick around for the main event and witness the 48th Annual Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th Concert as we build up to the evening’s final crescendo with a breathtaking fireworks display over Town lake at 9:30pm.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

DASA One Year Anniversary Party

Join us at 506 Congress to celebrate the first year of DASA with the DASA Impact Report Release and DASA Open House!

Arts + Culture
Free Event
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

July Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Austin Central Library
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Office of Police Oversight Community Open House

Police oversight starts with the community! Attend the OPO Open House to get your questions answered about the oversight process in Austin. Share your experiences with our staff and discover ways you can help strengthen accountability and rebuild community trust with APD.

Civic Engagement
Food + Drink
Free Event
Red River Cultural District
Thursday, July 24 - 26, 2025 | View details for schedule

Hot Summer Nights

Produced by none other than the Red River Cultural District, this year’s admission-free fest returns July 24-26 for an epic three-day bash featuring 150+ local bands performing in 10+ local venues downtown.

Arts + Culture
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Live Music
Performing Arts
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, August 21, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

August Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Downtown Holidays
Downtown-wide in Austin
Saturday, August 23, 2025 | View details for schedule

Pride 2025

With over 400,000 attendees in previous years, turn up the volume on love, activism and the power of community. Expect show-stopping entertainment, unforgettable performances and a festival that won’t back down.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Live Music
Outdoors
Performing Arts
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

September Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Glow in the Park

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars in support of Waterloo Greenway. Our signature fundraiser, Glow in the Park, is a magical night of dinner, auction, and concert — featuring special musical guest Lamont Landers for an intimate performance.

Food + Drink
Live Music
Outdoors
Moody Center
Thursday, October 9 - 12, 2025 | View details for schedule

Cirque du Soleil OVO

Created 15 years ago, the famous show OVO (“egg” in Portuguese) by Cirque du Soleil will be making a stop in town with a renewed version! After several months of work, the OVO team will be presenting the new iteration of the show: a reimagined set design, new acrobatic acts and costumes, original characters, and reinvented music. OVO dazzles more than ever with its fascinating insect colony, bringing together 53 acrobats and musicians in a show that delights both adults and children!

Performing Arts
German Texan Heritage Society
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Austin Oktoberfest

Austin's Oktoberfest with music, food, beer and wine.

Festivals + Markets
Food + Drink
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

October Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Moody Amphitheater
Wednesday, October 22 - 26, 2025 | View details for schedule

SEED Food and Wine Austin

SEED Food and Wine Austin, widely recognized as one of the premier plant-based food festivals in the United States, is celebrating its first year in Austin, running from October 22 to 26, 2025.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Fitness + Wellness
Food + Drink
Live Music
Outdoors
Palmer Events Center
Wednesday, November 5 - 9, 2025 | View details for schedule

The 50th Annual Garage & Estate Sale

The Annual Garage & Estate Sale gives attendees a unique opportunity to purchase from thousands of items at bargain prices! Ranging from jewelry, tools, vintage collectibles and children’s clothing—there’s something for everyone.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Downtown-wide in Austin
Sunday, November 9, 2025 | View details for schedule

Run For The Water

One line description: Each November, over 5,000 participants join the Gazelle Foundation’s Run For The Water in Austin—or virtually from anywhere—to help bring clean water, better health, and lasting hope to communities in Burundi. Full description: One Race. A Lifetime of Change. For 19 years running, the Gazelle Foundation has thrown the best race in town. Each November, over 5,000 runners and walkers take to the streets of downtown Austin for the annual Run For The Water 5K, 10-Miler, and Kids K through our beautiful west Austin course. The race benefits the Gazelle Foundation, dedicated to providing clean water to the people of Burundi. Clean water provides a path out of poverty, bringing access to better health, stronger communities, jobs, education, and most of all: hope. For those who prefer to participate in a virtual event, our Global Run is available.

Civic Engagement
Family Friendly
Fitness + Wellness
Outdoors
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

November Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Downtown Holidays
Congress Avenue
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | View details for schedule

Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll 2025

Save the date for the Downtown Austin Alliance's 31st annual Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll with KUT News and KUTX 98.9 on the first Saturday of December

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Food + Drink
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
German Texan Heritage Society
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

German Christmas Market

An excellent pre-stop for the Downtown Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll tree lighting to purchase gifts and goods

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

December Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education

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