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Join us for Issues Over Lunch: Infrastructure in Motion on January 26
Speakeasy
Tuesday, September 2 - 1, 2026 | View details for schedule

Tuesdays Unplugged

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

Live Music
Speakeasy
Wednesday, September 3 - 2, 2026 | View details for schedule

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! Your Mother is sure to approve of these four lovable nerds, who come equipped with suspenders, pin-wheel hat, helmet, and neck brace, as well as an emotional support chicken to inspire even the most modest audience member to “cut foot loose”. With their charmingly bad dance choreography and jokes that’ll make your Dad smirk, everyone is guaranteed to be on board as you take a trip back to the 1980’s.

Live Music
Speakeasy
Friday, September 5 - October 2, 2026 | View details for schedule

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!

Live Music
Waterloo Park
Thursday, January 1 - March 31, 2026 | View details for schedule

Past Deposits from a Future Yet to Come

Past Deposits from a Future Yet to Come is free and shown every night, half an hour after sunset until 10pm, at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park, except for evenings when a ticketed concert or other special event is taking place.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Free Event
Outdoors
The Paramount
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 7:00 pm

Hi, How Are You Day 2026

Celebrate Daniel Johnston and mental health awareness. This year’s headliner is the incomparable Nathaniel Rateliff, whose soul-stirring performance will honor Daniel’s legacy and inspire connection through music.

Arts + Culture
Civic Engagement
Family Friendly
Fitness + Wellness
Live Music
Republic Square
Republic Square
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Give Back with Vancerts

Join Vancerts ATX for a free concert in the park on January 23 from 5pm-10pm, and distribute pizzas to individuals experiencing homelessness. If you want to participate, partner or donate food, please reach out to Vancerts. Otherwise, enjoy the music!

Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Hilton Austin
Monday, January 26, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Issues Over Lunch: Infrastructure in Motion

Downtown Austin is entering a pivotal era of economic transformation, fueled by major infrastructure and mobility investments that will define the city’s growth for generations. This session will offer stakeholders timely insights into transformative projects—including the Austin Convention Center expansion, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport improvements, I-35 reconstruction, and Austin Light Rail —and explore how these developments will shape downtown’s future.

Civic Engagement
Professional Development + Education
Parker Jazz Lounge
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Parker Jazz Club Presents… Naama

New York City vocalist Naama invites audiences to journey through the dreamy soundscape of her latest album, "Dream with Me." Known for her elegant velvety voice, Naama and her band create a mesmerizing performance that transports listeners to a world of emotion and imagination.

Live Music
Performing Arts
Mexic-Arte Museum
Friday, January 30, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mix ‘n’ Mash – On Repeat: The Musicians Who Shaped Us Opening Reception

Mexic-Arte Museum's annual Mix ‘n’ Mash Exhibition and Art Sale, Mix ‘n’ Mash – On Repeat: The Musicians Who Shaped Us, will open on Friday, January 30, 2026. This year’s Mix ‘n’ Mash theme invites artists to create works that depict the musicians, performers, and music-makers who have made a meaningful impact on them. The opening reception will be a night full of art, community, music, food & drinks, and great fun!

Arts + Culture
Mexic-Arte Museum
Friday, January 30 - March 8, 2026 | View details for schedule

Mix ‘n’ Mash – On Repeat: The Musicians Who Shaped Us

Join Mexic-Arte for the Mix 'n' Mash - On Repeat exhibition launch on January 30 complete with appetizers, cocktails, music, and an opportunity to view and purchase artworks. Boards purchased during the event may be picked up after the exhibition closes on March 1

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
ACL Live at 3Ten
Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 8:00 pm

Dad Rock Night

Get ready for a high-energy Dad Rock Night packed with the anthems you grew up blasting in your car and still secretly love. From Nickelback and Shinedown to Paramore, Hinder, 10 Years, Meg Myers, and more, this show brings all the fist-pumping hooks and nostalgia.

Live Music
Cheer Up Charlies
Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 10:00 pm

Lonestar: One-Woman Show

I’m so excited to announce my premiere one-woman show ... for the debut of my 6-song EP, “LONESTAR”!! All of the songs on my EP are a different genre... I will be performing all 6 song live, as well as megamix lip syncs to my favorite artists that inspired each track.

Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Performing Arts
ACL Live at 3Ten
Friday, February 6, 2026 | View details for schedule

Smooth Nature

Smooth Nature is a New Age R&B group blending soul, rock, blues, and jazz into a progressive, genre-defying sound. On February 6th, they make their 3TEN at ACL Live debut with their first show of the year, officially kicking off their new tour.

Live Music
Republic Square
Republic Square
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Boogie Down Picnic

Enjoy a Boogie Down Picnic - Valentine's Day Edition with The Underground ATX and Humpday Rollaz. This will be a relaxed daytime picnic vibe with roller skaters, great people, classics by a live DJ and curated Valentine’s pop ups. Expect flowers, art, candles, treats, vintage goods, and love themed creations. Food, drinks, and hot chocolate will flow throughout the day.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Fitness + Wellness
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Kung Fu Saloon
Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Cupid’s Undie Run

Run a ‘Mile(ish)' in Your Undies, Because Kicking NF's Butt is Worth the Chilly Cheeks

Fitness + Wellness
401 West 3rd St.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Olga Roberts Studio Grand Opening

Olga Roberts Studio’s Grand Opening Event for the public; happening Thursday, Feb. 26 from 4 - 6 p.m. at 401 West 3rd St., Austin, Texas 78701.

Fitness + Wellness
Free Event
Downtown-wide in Austin
Thursday, March 12 - 18, 2026 | View details for schedule

SXSW 2026

Celebrate 40 years of SXSW in clubhouses, XSW is 850+ total conference sessions, 600+ mentor and networking events, 4,400 musicians performing over 300 live showcases, 460 films and tv show screenings and 450 brands activating. 7 days in Austin to connect, discover and create what’s next.

Arts + Culture
Civic Engagement
Comedy + Film
Festivals + Markets
Live Music
Performing Arts
Professional Development + Education
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Downtown-wide in Austin
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | View details for schedule

Arts & Parks 2026

Explore the best of Downtown Austin's art and parks on the free 2026 Art & Parks Tour ride brought to you by the Downtown Austin Alliance and Ride Bikes Austin, optimized for all wheels with stops for bathrooms, artist talks, live performances and more!

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Fitness + Wellness
Free Event
Outdoors
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Republic Square
Republic Square
Friday, March 20, 2026 | View details for schedule

Can I Kick It?

Hip Hop, soul and funk combine during the live-scoring of cult classics at Can I Kick It?! Save the date and prepare to join us at Republic Square on March 20 for the screening of a film of your choice. We will be collecting votes for the next film to be scored by DJ 2-Tone Jones in Austin. Keep an eye on our social media channels to vote!

Comedy + Film
Family Friendly
Free Event
Outdoors
Downtown-wide in Austin
Wednesday, April 8 - 19, 2026 | View details for schedule

Moontower Comedy Festival

Moontower brings a TWO-WEEK comedy onslaught to the heart of downtown Austin every April. Say whaaa? That means over 150 of the world’s top and emerging comedians performing everywhere

Comedy + Film
Festivals + Markets
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Republic Square
Republic Square
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | View details for schedule

ATX Plug Hub Market

PlugHub is a community hub for artists, entrepreneurs and influencers. They run a popular creator market in the DFW area, and we are excited to be their first location in Austin on April 11. If you are interested in being a vendor and ready to be part of an unforgettable experience, please apply.

Arts + Culture
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Outdoors
Bass Concert Hall
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Rhiannon Giddens at Bass Concert Hall

On Saturday 2nd May 2026 your Saturday evening has the potential to be truly special. Rhiannon Giddens is finally coming back to Austin for what would be the greatest Blues concert in Texas for all of 2026. This band has a history of performing infront of sold out crowds with their unique sound and blend of raw live music talent and a stunning atmosphere, treat yourself to see this award-winning concert. Taking place in May, you can expect a surreal evening with this groups ultimate songs and compositions including a few special surprises!

Live Music
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.

Arts + Culture
Civic Engagement
Outdoors
Professional Development + Education
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!

Festivals + Markets
Live Music
Outdoors
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.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Professional Development + Education
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.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors

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