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Poddy Rules the World Exhibit

Enjoy Gilbert Shelton's Underground Comix and Art in this Exhibit taking over the 506 Congress space from June 7 - July 19. Gilbert Shelton is an American cartoonist known for being a key figure in the underground comix movement of the 1960’s and 1970’s. His satirical, humorous and countercultural comics, most notably The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers, captured the spirit of the era and have had a lasting influence on subsequent generations of cartoonists and animators.

Blanton Museum of Art

Summer Storytime 2026

A free series featuring picture book readings and guided looking at artworks in the Blanton’s collection.

Blanton Museum of Art

Art in Every Corner: The Works Progress Administration (1935-1943)

Enjoy a gallery tour of our Paper Vault show.

Foxy's Proper Pub

Foxtrot Sessions at Foxy’s Proper Pub

Join us at Foxy’s Proper Pub for Foxtrot Sessions, starting May 7th and recurring on the first Thursday of every month. Enjoy an upbeat atmosphere with a live DJ from 6–9 PM, right in the heart of downtown Austin.

Moonshine Patio Bar and Grill

The Original and Locally Owned Ghost Tour

Locally owned and family run. Professional storytellers and hisTOURy guides in costume share our city and its unique past. 90 minutes every Thursday through Sunday. Family Friendly.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

Mexic-Arte Museum

Rosas y Revelaciones

Rosas y Revelaciones: Homage to la Virgen de Guadalupe is a textile art exhibition from April 17th to August 9th at the Mexic-Arte Museum featuring ninety garments and wearable works by artists from across México honoring the enduring cultural and spiritual legacy of la Virgen de Guadalupe.

90s Night

90s Night every Friday at 9 PM! Come dance, vibe to your favorite throwback tracks, and enjoy a night of great music and good times!

Tuesdays Unplugged

Tuesdays Unplugged! Live acoustic music from 8:00 PM. Enjoy chill vibes, great tunes, and a relaxed atmosphere every Tuesday night

Spazmatics At Speakeasy

Every Wednesday at Speakeasy Hailed as “The Ultimate New Wave 80’s band” playing the best of (and sometimes the worst of) the most beloved decade of all time!

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

Republic Square

Republic Square

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | View details for schedule

YTX Summer Sunset Series

YTX returns to Republic Square to bring back a local favorite, the Summer Sunset Series! Join them on Tuesday evenings at the park starting on June 2 for a wonderful workout with the best vibes. Bring a mat and a water bottle, we will see you there!

The Paramount

Wednesday, June 3 - 9, 2026 | View details for schedule

Bleak Week

Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair, an annual film festival launched by the American Cinematheque in Los Angeles, showcases great works of global cinema that venture into the darkest sides of humanity. The Paramount Theatre and Hyperreal Film Club are proud to be part of the fifth annual edition’s expansion to nearly 100 theaters around the world.

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown Capitol

Wednesday, June 3 - August 26, 2026 | View details for schedule

Summer Trivia Nights

Ready to get your thinking caps on? While summer is heating up, we're keeping it cool with our summer trivia series, featuring rotating whiskey specials, a chef-crafted food combo, and top-two team prizes. Join us at ATX Barrel + Bites every Wednesday at 6 pm, beginning June 3, for fun-filled nights of good company and plenty of friendly competition!

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 8:00 pm

Alok Vaid-Menon: Majestic Ball Week

ALOK (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, public speaker, and actor. ALOK’s literary works “Beyond the Gender Binary,” “Femme in Public,” and “Your Wound, My Garden,” have garnered global recognition. Their dynamic presence has captivated audiences in over 40 countries, with sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Netflix is a Joke Festival.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

Thursday, June 4 - August 27, 2026 | View details for schedule

Summer Trivia Nights

Put your knowledge to the test with a summer trivia series! Join us at SoCo Bar & Bites every Thursday night, beginning June 4, to score big with chef-curated food specials, a weekly tequila cocktail feature, and prizes for the top two teams. Grab your teammates, put your thinking caps on, and get ready for a season of fun-filled nights in the heart of downtown Austin!

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Friday, June 5, 2026 | 8:00 pm

Katherine Center: In partnership with Vintage Bookstore & Wine Bar

Please join us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center to celebrate the release of her latest rom-com, The Shippers! Her books have made countless best-of lists, including Amazon’s Top 100 Books of the Year, Barnes & Noble’s Best Books of the Year, Goodreads’ Best Books of the Year, and more.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Friday, June 5, 2026 | View details for schedule

RENT in 35mm

Set in New York City's East Village, the revolutionary rock opera RENT tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and pay their rent. Measuring their lives in love, these starving artists strive for success and acceptance while supporting each other through poverty and illness.

Zilker Park

Friday, June 5 - 6, 2026 | View details for schedule

It’s About Time

Listen to time travel classics at an orchestral scale!

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

Friday, June 5 - 7, 2026 | View details for schedule

Hotoberfest

Banger's on Rainey Street is launching Hotoberfest, a three-day Oktoberfest-in-June festival running June 5-7 with live music, 100+ taps, smoked meats, and free admission

Waterloo Park

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | View details for schedule

Waterloo Greenway Phase II: The Confluence – Grand Opening

Join Waterloo Greenway Conservancy and the City of Austin for the landmark grand opening of The Confluence, the second phase of the Waterloo Greenway project. This transformative addition to Austin’s urban landscape represents years of collaboration, community input, innovative design, and environmental restoration.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | View details for schedule

The Majestic Ball

Every June ballroom makes its way from the club to the stage of the historic Paramount Theatre for the biggest ball in Texas! Join us Saturday, June 6th for the 5th annual Majestic Ball. Theme, categories, and special guests to be revealed!

Old Bakery & Artisan Emporium

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

5th Annual Midsummer Festival

Our 5th Annual Midsummer Festival honoring the Old Bakery & Emporium's Swedish American heritage is on Saturday, June 6th, from 11 am - 3 pm

ESB MACC

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Juntos de Nuevo: The Grand Reopening of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB MACC)

After three years of thoughtful renovation and expansion, the ESB-MACC welcomes the community back with Juntos de Nuevo—a day of reconnection, celebration, and cultural expression. This family-friendly event is open to all, with no tickets or RSVPs required.

Austin Central Library

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Kids Block Party

Kick off Summer at the Austin Public Library with a day of discovery, learning, and creating!

Fairmont Austin

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Austin’s Theatre of Magic

Join us for an exclusive summer series of close-up magic and illusion, unfolding every Saturday beginning June 6 inside the enchanted walls of Fairmont Austin. An evening of marvel, mystery and intrigue awaits — set within the five-star surroundings of one of downtown Austin’s most iconic hotels.

The Paramount

Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 7:00 pm

Ballet Afrique Presents: Legacy

Legacy is a bold and luminous work that traces the arc of a people; their wounds, their remembrance, and their relentless becoming. Through five movements, Ballet Afrique's professional company weaves together the aesthetic traditions of the African diaspora with the full technical and expressive range of contemporary dance. Legacy is an experience that stays with you long after the lights come up.

Downtown-wide in Austin

Saturday, June 13 - 16, 2026 | View details for schedule

Greater & Greener 2026

Greater & Greener is the premier event for innovators and decision-makers from across the global urban parks community. It’s the only event dedicated to exploring the full potential of parks as city-building tools.

Waterloo Park

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | View details for schedule

Burger Bash

Austin Monthly’s fourth annual Burger Bash gives food lovers an opportunity to chow down on the city’s most beloved burgers, from smashed and smoked to seasoned and wood-fired.

Long Center

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 6:00 am - 1:00 pm

Swift Fit Socials Austin Yoga Festival

Step into a day designed to move you: physically, mentally and emotionally. The first annual Austin Yoga Festival brings together a curated mix of energizing flows, grounding practices, immersive activations and live music- all set against the backdrop of the city we love.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

Republic Square

Republic Square

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

PlugHub Night Market

New, local hit, PlugHub Night Market returns to Republic Square on June 13 from 5pm-10pm! Enjoy local talent, vintage goods, digital cameras, food vendors, streetwear, hats, jewelry and more. Our friend at Zee's Weiner System will also be there, so come hungry and have some fun.

Blanton Museum of Art

Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Sound Break featuring Conspirare

Take a musical pause at the museum with a live performance by Austin’s premiere choral ensemble, Conspirare.

Republic Square

Republic Square

Friday, June 19, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Vancerts: Food for the People

Vancerts with Garage Attic Band are taking over Republic Square for Food is For the People in the Park on June 19. From 4pm to 8pm, they have teamed up with Top Notch Hamburgers and Juan in a Million to help feed the first 30 people to join them because sometimes the smallest act of kindness can remind someone they still matter. Join in on the humanity.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Velveeta Room

Friday, June 26, 2026 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Stand Up w/ Clay & Friends @ Austin’s Oldest Comedy Club!

Come enjoy some stand up comedy at the longest running stand up comedy club in Austin! Clay Horwitz (CBS, Amazon Prime) headlines a wonderful night alongside Austin’s top local talent!

Republic Square

Republic Square

Saturday, June 27, 2026 | View details for schedule

Boogie Down Picnic

Come to the park on June 27 for the Austin Boogie Down Picnic! Bring your skates if you have them, picnic blankets or a chair and join the picnic. Enjoy yard games and 80s classics by Donavin Velez. The party starts at 4pm and runs until sundown. Keep an eye on The Underground ATX for updates.

Downtown Holidays

Auditorium Shores

Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Star-Spangled Fest

Fourth of July Family Friendly Celebration

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 | View details for schedule

Sleepaway Camp: The Midnight Mass Experience

Join Peaches Christ, "Angela" herself Felissa Rose, and Midnight Mass co-host Michael Varrati for a one-night-only celebration of the cult horror classic Sleepaway Camp. The evening begins with a wildly entertaining live show featuring an opening drag performance, a live onstage conversation with Felissa, Michael, and Peaches, followed by an ’80s Camp Costume Contest with audience participation. After the live show, settle in for a screening of Sleepaway Camp on the big screen!

Red River Cultural District

Thursday, July 16 - 18, 2026 | View details for schedule

Hot Summer Nights 2026

Hot Summer Nights returns July 16-18 to the Red River Cultural District! Get ready for another edition of Red River’s annual admission-free summer music fest in the heart of Downtown Austin! Three epic nights of FREE live music featuring 100+ local bands & DJs!

Moody Amphitheater

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The Fray & Dashboard Confessional at Moody Amphitheater

Modern Rock fans living in Austin are going to be treated to a special concert event as The Fray and Dashboard Confessional will join together for the Summer of Light Tour. The duo will perform live at Moody Amphitheater on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026. Where were you when everything was falling apart? The Fray's certainly going to help you answer this question! They're bringing some new tracks into the mix, but that's not truly what the fans are going to be here to see, and don't worry about it; they know that.

The Continental Club

Friday, September 25, 2026 | View details for schedule

Album Release Show

Patricia Vonne’s “My Heart’s Got A Mind of Its Own” official album release show Friday, September 25 at The Continental Club.

Zilker Park

Friday, October 2 - 11, 2026 | View details for schedule

ACL 2026

Enjoy 100+ performances across nine stages from local and international artists alike across two weekends at Zilker Park!

Waterloo Park

Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Glow in the Park

Always an evening of community, celebration, and purpose, this annual event raises funds that directly support Waterloo Greenway's community programs, park maintenance, and the cultural activations that draw visitors from all over Austin.

Zilker Park

Friday, October 9 - 11, 2026 | View details for schedule

Austin City Limits Music Festival: Weekend Two

This weekend, Austin City Limits Music Festival makes its way back to Zilker Park in the Texas capital for a second weekend of live music. Found 46 acres between Barton Creek and Lady Bird Lake, the Texas green space can host some diverse stages for ACL’s Weekend Two.

The Paramount

Friday, October 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm

Moontower Comedy Presents: Janeane Garofalo

Actress and comedian Janeane Garofalo has been an American institution since she burst on the scene in 1992. Janeane has had many memorable and critically acclaimed roles in films such as "The Truth About Cats and Dogs," “Wet Hot American Summer,” “Ratatouille,” "Steal This Movie," "Reality Bites," "Romy and Michelle's High School Reunion," "Mystery Men," “The Ten” and "The Cable Guy". Janeane also co-authored the best seller "Feel This Book," with Ben Stiller.

ACL Live at 3Ten

Sunday, November 1, 2026 | View details for schedule

Labyrinth – 40th Anniversary

Finally, a chance to see Labyrinth with a full live band on a massive stage... DANCE MAGIC DANCE! Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary returns to ACL Live on November 1st!

Palmer Events Center

Wednesday, November 4 - 8, 2026 | View details for schedule

The 51st Annual Garage & Estate Sale

The Annual Garage & Estate Sale is a 4-day event that gives attendees a unique opportunity to purchase from thousands of items at bargain prices!

Downtown-wide in Austin

Saturday, November 14 - 15, 2026 | View details for schedule

Texas Book Festival

Held each fall in and around the Texas State Capitol in downtown Austin, the annual Festival Weekend features a rich variety of author presentations and panels, book signings, cooking demonstrations, programs and activities for kids of all ages, food trucks, and exhibiting vendors from across the state and country.

Downtown Austin Alliance Event

Downtown Holidays

Downtown-wide in Austin

Saturday, December 5, 2026 | View details for schedule

Holiday Stroll 2026

Join KUT News, KUTX 98.9 & the Downtown Austin Alliance for our celebration of holiday cheer downtown at the 32nd annual Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll. Come to Congress Avenue downtown on Saturday, December 5th for live music, local food, artisan vendors, the Capitol tree lighting, and FREE holiday fun for the whole family.

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⭐️ Come Celebrate Downtown on June 6 ⭐️

Come downtown on June 6 - there's something for everyone!

🇲🇽 Celebrate Mexican heritage at the MACC reopening
🌳 Get lost in downtown's newest green space at the Confluence opening
🥁 Antone's and the Downtown Austin Alliance present LIVE! From Downtown, Texas - Text "ATX LIVE" to 512.890.3099 for updates on our June 6th performance at 1 PM

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