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Antone's

Thursday, January 1 - March 30, 1970 | View details for schedule

WOMEN of HOME

Austin-based nonprofit HOME, (Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers), is proud to announce the appointment of Hanna Cofer as the organization’s first Executive Director, a milestone that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the nonprofit. HOME will celebrate this new leadership transition and the strength of its community by celebrating at the WOMEN of HOME event on Sunday, March 30 at Antone's Nightclub, located at 305 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, from 4 - 8 p.m.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

ATX Crawfish Kickoff Festival

AUSTIN CRAWFISH LOVERS!! We have gathered all the most beautiful things in life and turned it into one great event. Crawfish, Music, drinks, dancing, games, food, bands, great people, fun and great memories. Grab your friends and join us at the Crawfish Kickoff Festival

Swan Dive

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

District Dialogues: Discovering Red River, One Story at a Time

Red River Cultural District will kick off its quarterly District Dialogues feature with a special speaker series that will showcase exclusive previews from two captivating documentaries, Blue Flamingo and Cavity, once Red River Cultural District haunts.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market

Discover the fresh and vibrant local food scene in Central Texas at SFC Farmers’ Markets. Every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9 AM – 1 PM, we bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products.

DASA Program Event

Downtown Austin Alliance Event

506 Congress

Sunday, March 2, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Local Imprints – Artist Talk

Local Imprints: Stories of Place and People is a combined artist talk and exhibit featuring artists Megan Hildebrandt and Malti B. Lee from the DASA (Downtown Austin Space Activation) 2024 Artist Residency Program. Together, through this exhibition, both artists explore the stories of Austin through locations and individuals seen throughout downtown. Join us on March 2 at 506 Congress to hear about the artwork and the program from the artists themselves.

Scholz Garten

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Historic Scholz Garten Annual Fat Tuesday

Limited Menu: Crawfish Boil, Shrimp/Fried Green Tomato Po Boy, Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice and Giant Pretzel King Cake. Free for all! Live Music.

Downtown Holidays

Marlow, Parkside

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | View details for schedule

Mardi Gras

We’re bringing the spirit of New Orleans to Old 6th Street this Fat Tuesday with classic NOLA cocktails, a mardi gras menu, live jazz performance by Mike Sailor. The night starts at Parkside, but keep the party going at Marlow Bar - where the jazz and good times will continue!

Downtown Austin Alliance Event

Downtown-wide in Austin, Virtual

Wednesday, March 5 - 6, 2025 | View details for schedule

Amplify Austin Day

The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation is participating in Amplify Austin Day TODAY & TOMORROW (March 5-6) and your support is greatly appreciated. Our Foundation keeps downtown vibrant and accessible through DASA, MAS, WOW, Downtown Austin Parks and more. Please enter #LoveTitos in the public message box at check out, and Tito’s will add an extra $25 to your donation.

Speakeasy

Thursday, March 6, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am

Comedy & Music | Dollar Shave Club X Unbothered.

Dollar Shave Club is teaming up with Unbothered Studios to bring you the Unofficial Comedy Kickoff—a night of great comedy, music, and good company. Hosting the night are Madison Walser and Savannah Pagnozzi, bringing their sharp wit and energy to keep the show moving. The show will feature a stellar lineup of comics, including: • Matt Ross • Lili Michelle • Devin Clark • Bianca Parato • Liz Splat As the Title Sponsor, Dollar Shave Club is helping make this night one to remember. Expect hilarious performances, surprise guests, and plenty of chances to engage with the brand. Welcome drinks will be provided by Chuckle Rum.

Downtown-wide in Austin

Friday, March 7 - 15, 2025 | View details for schedule

SXSW 2025

Join thousands of passionate pioneers, inventors, creatives and storytellers March 7-15 in Austin, Texas for the 2025 SXSW Conference & Festivals.

Blanton Museum of Art

Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Blanton All Day: Express Yourself

Our March mood is moda-inspired, with a full day filled with art, music by Austin musician Mélat, and more! Join any of these guided offerings, created by our Education team to enhance your museum experience.

DASA Program Event

506 Congress

Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A League of Our Own: The WNBA 1997 to 2027

Join us in celebrating International Women's Day for a power-packed panel of CHAMPION athletes from the WNBA. DivInc invites sports entrepreneurs and investors to this conversation about the explosive growth of the WNBA and our expectations for the league as it approaches 30 years of pro ball.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market

Discover the fresh and vibrant local food scene in Central Texas at SFC Farmers’ Markets. Every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9 AM – 1 PM, we bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products.

Wanderlust Wine Co

Saturday, March 8 - 9, 2025 | View details for schedule

Whataburger Museum of Art

This SXSW exhibit at Wanderlust Wine Co is free and open to the public and will feature over 200 pieces of Whataburger original fan art

Taquero Mucho

Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

International Women’s Day Market

Celebrate International Women’s Day with Taquero Mucho! ✨💜 Join the market fun on March 8, from 5–9pm — shop local at the Downtown Market. 🛍️🌸 Sip on $10 Mimosa Towers 🥂 and $5 Pink Margs 🍹 while dancing to live DJ beats. 🎶 Let’s lift each other up, one toast at a time! 🫶✨

Sunday, March 9, 2025 | View details for schedule

Find the Wolf: Panels and Pages

Austin award-winning documentary filmmaker, journalist and storyteller Skye Wallin and team are hosting a special activation during SXSW to honor the new novel, “Find the Wolf: Panels and Pages,” at Canopy by Hilton Austin on Sunday, March 9, from 5 - 10 p.m.

DASA Program Event

301 Congress Porch

Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Kemmersive Presents…Level Up Together!

Kemmersive Presents is stepping into a new era, and High Score: Level Up Together! is the first event under this exciting rebrand! Gamechangers – Women Shaping the Gaming Industry 🔥 A panel featuring women leading the future of gaming in esports, game dev, and content creation. 💥 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🎨 Anime Canvas Painting with 321 Let’s Paint! 🎭 Cosplay Highly Encouraged! 🎧 Tunes by Jean Horus 🍹 Adult Beverages – Sip & vibe! 🔥 SPECIAL FEATURES: 🎮 @citybeartoysgamebus – Play on-site! 🎨 @richesartgallery – Stunning anime-inspired art! ⚡ @pixelhavenatx “Who’s That Pokémon?” – Test your Pokémon knowledge!

Taquero Mucho

Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Bad Bunny Brunch

Join us for a Bad Bunny Brunch on March 9th at Taquero Mucho to celebrate his birthday— with live DJs, $10 Mimosa Towers, and all the vibes.

Austin Convention Center

Sunday, March 9 - 12, 2025 | View details for schedule

Age of Union Presents The Black Hole Experience Season 2 at SXSW

The Black Hole Experience is a unique mobile exhibition uniting the awe and wonder of nature and the cosmos with meditative reflection. Presented by Age of Union and conceived by Dax Dasilva and artist Kelly Nunes, BHX draws inspiration from the physics and spiritual properties of black holes to create an immersive emotional experience for all participants. Using light, sound and 3D mapped projections, this work of art aims to remind us of our place in the universe, and our role on Planet Earth. The Black Hole Experience will premiere its Season 2 exhibition at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, TX, for the first time beginning March 9th, 2025. Please find BHX dates and times below. BHX at SXSW 2025 BHX will be located at Booth 1507, on the south side of the Q&A Stage, and will be available for the public to experience at the following times and locations during SXSW: Sunday, March 9 - Tuesday March 11: BHX will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For access March 9-11, register for a SXSW badge HERE. Wednesday, March 12: Non-badge holders can enjoy free access to BHX at SXSW on March 12th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Website - https://www.blackholeexperience.com/

DASA Program Event

506 Congress

Monday, March 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Impact Exchange: Connecting Nonprofit Leaders at SXSW 2025

Join us for Impact Exchange, an exclusive gathering of nonprofit leaders at SXSW designed to spark meaningful conversations, build lasting connections and inspire bold solutions for today’s social impact challenges.

Swan Dive

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 1:00 am

Mothland & Exclaim! Showcase

Between March 11 - 14, the next wave of global hit-makers will come to Austin under the QUÉBEC SUN banner. Notably, the Mothland & Exclaim! Showcase is happening March 11, and the M for Montreal & POP Montreal Showcase will take place March 12 - both at Swan Dive.

Survey

Virtual

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | View details for schedule

Survey: Austin Light Rail

Send in your input on the Draft Environmental Impact Survey conducted by the Austin Transit Partnership and have your voice heard by submitting by 3/11!

Waterloo Records

Tuesday, March 11 - 14, 2025 | View details for schedule

Waterloo Records Last Day Parties

Make sure you come by Waterloo Records for their 2025 Day Parties, March 11 - 14 - come celebrate their last day party lineup at 600 N Lamar before the big move!

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 8:00 pm - 1:00 am

M for Montreal & POP Montreal Showcase

Between March 11 - 14, the next wave of global hit-makers will come to Austin under the QUÉBEC SUN banner. Notably, the Mothland & Exclaim! Showcase is happening March 11, and the M for Montreal & POP Montreal Showcase will take place March 12 - both at Swan Dive.

GSD&M Backyard

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sonic Guild Love Your Music Fest

Sonic Guild (formerly Black Fret) is hosting Love Your Music Fest on Wednesday, March 12, from 12–7 p.m. at GSD&M Backyard, and for the first time, this event is free and open to the public with an RSVP. This all-day celebration of local music features an incredible lineup, including BLK ODYSSY, Foxtales, Good Field, Grocery Bag, Sayang, Skateland, and The Point.

Wednesday, March 12 - April 16, 2025 | View details for schedule

Music on the Trails Series

Live music is BACK! 🎶 Shake up your Wednesday nights with our free live music series right on the Butler Trail. 📅 Wednesdays | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Rainey Street Trailhead Lawn 🎤 Local Austin Artists Grab a blanket, bring some friends, and let’s make Wednesdays the best night of the week! See you there!

DASA Program Event

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

NEON RODEO: Building a creative career on your own terms

How do you build a creative career that feels true to you—without chasing trends or followers? On March 12th, join artist Tobar in a conversation about his journey of creating The Neon Rodeo, building a brand, and telling a story through his work. Moderated by Whitney Hamilton, this panel will explore the process of turning everyday tools—Adobe, AI, voice notes, and documentation—into a framework for building an authentic body of work. Tobar will share how he developed his artistic voice, crafted a brand that reflects his vision, and found ways to connect with audiences without relying on social media validation. This isn’t about algorithms—it’s about creating work that speaks for itself and resonates beyond the screen. After the discussion, stick around for an open house featuring Tobar’s latest prints, stickers, and original works from his upcoming artist residency.

DASA Program Event

506 Congress

Thursday, March 13, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Keep Black Austin Weird

Hosted by Balledjo American Social Guild in collaboration with Draymatic Creations, Keep Black Austin Weird is a fashion & musical showcase for Austin's Black alternative and eclectic scene.

The Paramount

Thursday, March 13, 2025 | 12:30 pm - 1:55 pm

“Luv Ya, Bum” World Premiere at SXSW 2025

Lucky Number 8 Productions, is proud to announce the world premiere of “Luv Ya, Bum!” at the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival happening Thursday, March 13 at 12:30 p.m.

Hilton Austin

Friday, March 14 - 15, 2025 | View details for schedule

Yelp Galactic Giddy Up Y’all

SADDLE UP FOR A COSMIC ADVENTURE! Y'all ready to explore the final frontier with a Texas twist? Join us for "Galactic Giddy Up Y'all," an interstellar event where the wonders of space meet the heart of Texas. This is your chance to embark on a journey that's truly out of this world!

Downtown Austin Alliance Event

Downtown-wide in Austin

Saturday, March 15, 2025 | View details for schedule

Art & Parks Tour

Join us on Saturday, March 15 for the 2025 Art & Parks Tour by the Downtown Austin Alliance and Ride Bikes Austin. This all-wheels tour will take you through some of Downtown Austin's dazzling parks and past plenty of incredible works of art.

DASA Program Event

506 Congress

Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

SHEXSW: Superwoman Records Takeover

SHEXSW: A high-energy showcase where our Top 10 artists compete for a spot in the SuperWoman Records cohort!

Republic Square

Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market

Discover the fresh and vibrant local food scene in Central Texas at SFC Farmers’ Markets. Every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9 AM – 1 PM, we bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products.

Downtown Austin Alliance Event

Virtual

Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

March Downtown Safety Forum

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

Republic Square

Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market

Discover the fresh and vibrant local food scene in Central Texas at SFC Farmers’ Markets. Every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9 AM – 1 PM, we bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 9:00 am

Mimosa Land Music Festival

Come groove with us at the Mimosa Land Music Festival in beautiful Republic Park. Get ready for a day filled with soulful tunes, good vibes, and of course, plenty of mimosas. Join us for delicious food trucks, and a chill atmosphere. Don't miss out on this epic event that will have you dancing all day long. Grab your friends and let's make some memories together!

Survey

Virtual

Sunday, March 23, 2025 | View details for schedule

Survey: Seaholm Area Multimodal Connectivity

This survey offers alternatives to developing the space along Power Plant Drive and Third Street between West Avenue and Walter Seaholm Drive. The goal of this project is to improve the livability, connectivity, safety and comfort of people living in and moving through this area. Take the survey by 3/23 to have your voice heard.

Waterloo Greenway

Monday, March 24 - May 19, 2025 | View details for schedule

Yoga & Sound

Start the week with feel-good vibes and mindful movement accompanied by healing sound therapy. Each week features a different style of yoga and live music on Mondays at 6pm. All ages and abilities welcome!

Survey

Virtual

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | View details for schedule

Public Comment: Austin Core Transportation Plan

Send in your comments on the Austin Core Transportation Plan (ACT Plan), the long-term vision for improving transportation and mobility options in and around Downtown Austin. Have your voice heard and submit by 3/26.

DASA Program Event

Republic Square

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

AFP Greater Austin Legislative Action Day 2025

The Texas Legislature is back in session and that means that AFP Legislative Action Day is around the corner! Join fellow nonprofit fundraisers and professionals on Wednesday, March 26, for a half-day of learning and collaboration exploring the intersection of philanthropy, advocacy and legislation

Travis High School Cafeteria

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CapEx Community Connectors Meeting

This in-person meeting will provide information about planned improvements from Holly Street to SH 71/Ben White Boulevard including the reconstruction of the Lady Bird Lake bridge, construction of a single-point urban interchange (SPUI) at Riverside Drive, the addition of a pedestrian-only bridge at Woodland Avenue and more. The project team will be on-hand to answer questions.

Long Center

Friday, March 28 - 30, 2025 | View details for schedule

Love’s Gentle Spring

This inspired new work unfolds in two movements: The first, set to Antonín Dvořák’s String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, embodies the rich, expressive spirit of 19th-century Romanticism. The second, set to Concerto for Two Pianos by Grammy Award-winning composer and Taylor Swift collaborator Bryce Dessner, brings a striking energy to the stage, featuring guest musicians, “Quattro Mani.” Join Ballet Austin for this musically-rich experience, with live accompaniment by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, envisioning the rebirth of spring through the POWER OF DANCE!

DASA Program Event

506 Congress

Friday, March 28, 2025 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Lunch & Learn | Breaking the Silence: Navigating Conflict in Uncertain Times

In a workplace where change is constant and tensions run high, open communication feels risky. But avoiding tough conversations only deepens

Blanton Museum of Art

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | View details for schedule

2025 Blanton Gala

Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025, for a Texas sized good time with the best that Austin has to offer, supporting the museum’s world-class art collection, exciting exhibitions and innovative public and educational programs.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market

Discover the fresh and vibrant local food scene in Central Texas at SFC Farmers’ Markets. Every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9 AM – 1 PM, we bring together the best local farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans committed to offering top-notch products.

Republic Square

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

BATTLE OF THE GYMS & Community Workout

Join us for Battle of the Gyms! A fitness competition, community workout, and activations from top local health & fitness brands!

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