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Mexic-Arte Museum

Free Family Day: Clay Figurines with Angélica Vásquez

Learn how to create with clay with Master Potter Angélica Vásquez Join Mexic-Arte Museum for Family Day on Sunday, May 17th! Aritst Angélica Vásquez will demonstrate techniques for creating clay figurines. During the demonstration Vásquez will create a figurine of the Virgin of Guadalupe and show some examples of her completed artwork. Admission: Free Museum Admission every Sunday thanks to HEB & Downtown Austin Alliance! Parking: Free street parking Downtown on Sundays!

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!

Fareground

Sunday, March 29 - May 24, 2026 | View details for schedule

Free Flow – Sunday Yoga

Join Fareground on Sundays at 10AM for complimentary Yoga! Mats will be provided, please bring your own water and check in 15 minutes before class starts. Will be canceled for rain.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

HokkaiSan

Friday, May 8, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Omakase Fridays

Join us upstairs at HokkaiSan for an intimate 25-seat, 10-course omakase featuring a rotating seasonal menu crafted to highlight the freshest and most expressive ingredients of the moment.

First Baptist Church of Austin

Friday, May 15 - 16, 2026 | View details for schedule

Freedom Unfinished: From Reckoning to Joy

The Austin Gay Men’s Chorus presents its spring concert, Freedom Unfinished: From Reckoning to Joy, a bold and moving exploration of freedom, its ideals, its complexities and its ongoing story in American life.

Red River Cultural District

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | View details for schedule

Cultural Currents Public Exhibition

Join us for a district-wide, self-guided experience featuring 15+ stops across Red River! Pick up your map at Chess Club before exploring the block at your own pace, and experience the history of the district decade by decade. Chess Club will serve as our home base for the day-long festivities, featuring DJs, local vendors, the release of Red River Zine Vol. 2, and more. The Saturday exhibition also includes an admission-free pop-up music showcase at The 13th Floor featuring local acts GOOD., Subpar Snatch, lluvii, and more - presented by the amazing Howdy Gals team!

Bullock Texas State History Museum

Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Sweet History: American Cakes with Anne Byrn

Join New York Times bestselling author Anne Byrn as she tells the story of American history through 12 iconic cakes in honor of America’s 250th anniversary followed by a cake testing of select recipes from Baking in the American South with local baker Cupprimo.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6:00 pm

The Gourds

Performing together only occasionally—often no more than once a year—this reunion at the historic Paramount Theatre will be an especially meaningful one. The concert comes just months before the Paramount temporarily closes in June 2026 for the Shine On restoration project, a nine-month effort to preserve and revitalize the 111-year-old theatre for the next century of Austin audiences. Proceeds from the evening will help support the Shine On campaign, which will restore the Paramount to its 1930s grandeur while ensuring the theatre remains a vibrant home for artists and audiences for generations to come.

Waterloo Park

Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 9:00 am

World Meditation Day: A Collective Exhale

Join us as we celebrate World Meditation Day with Contigo Wellness. A soundbath and guided breathing exercises are designed to fill your day with clarity and healing energy. No experience necessary, open to all ages

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

HokkaiSan

Friday, May 22, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Omakase Fridays

Join us upstairs at HokkaiSan for an intimate 25-seat, 10-course omakase featuring a rotating seasonal menu crafted to highlight the freshest and most expressive ingredients of the moment.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Friday, May 22, 2026 | View details for schedule

The Summer Classic Film Series Kicks Off

Despite oncoming renovations, the Summer Classic Film Series season kicks off on Friday, May 22 with Casablanca, as is tradition!

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

Waterloo Park

Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 6:00 pm

Two-Step Night

Two-step lessons for all levels with Native Texan Two Step, followed by a live band to keep the dance floor moving. All are invited to enjoy twirling the night away at Waterloo Park!

Downtown-wide in Austin

Thursday, May 28 - 31, 2026 | View details for schedule

ATX TV Festival

Austin’s favorite weekend of TV is back! ATX TV Festival returns May 28–31 with an unforgettable lineup: a 20th Anniversary Reunion for Friday Night Lights, a 30th Anniversary celebration of Everybody Loves Raymond, plus conversations with TV greats. If you love television, this is the place to be. Everything happens on one downtown block, with plenty of A/C, easy parking, short lines and—of course—lots of snacks.

The Paramount

Friday, May 29, 2026 | 7:00 pm

ATX TV Festival: Friday Night Lights – 20 Year Reunion

Join the cast & creatives of Friday Nights Lights – including Connie Britton, Kyle Chandler, Gaius Charles, Adrianne Palicki, Jesse Plemons, Scott Porter, Aimee Teegarden and more – for a true Texas homecoming in honor of the show's 20th Anniversary.

Cap City Comedy Club

Friday, May 29 - 30, 2026 | View details for schedule

THE RED ROOM AT CAP CITY: JULIE KIM

Julie Kim is an international headliner. Julie recently toured across North America doing 40 theatre shows with Ronny Chieng (Crazy Rich Asians, The Daily Show). She was a gala performer at the 2022 Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and made her debut at the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. You may have seen Julie in Portland in the last few years performing with Ronny Chieng, Jessica Kirson, Atsuko, JR De Guzman, Dave Nihill and others. Julie's mission is to spread happiness, lighten hearts, and unite through laughter. And no amount of mom-shaming will stop her in this quest.

LIVE! From Downtown, Texas

The Paramount

Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 7:00 pm

ATX TV Festival: Everybody (Still) Loves Raymond w/ Phil Rosenthal & Ray Romano

In celebration of the series’ 30th Anniversary, Everybody Loves Raymond creator Phil Rosenthal, star Ray Romano, and the writers behind the Emmy Award-winning sitcom will reunite for an evening of comedy & conversation, sharing the hilariously real stories from their own families and marriages that inspired the show’s most memorable (and relatable) scenes.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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!

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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