Paramount Summer Classic Film Series, This summer. The Paramount Theatre. Flashing marquee lights. Buttery popcorn. Colossal screen. It’s that movie palace atmosphere, an air-conditioned oasis. THIS is how movies were meant to be seen. The 49th Annual Paramount Summer Classic Film Series presented by CapMetro returns in May. New films will be announced each month.

 

The Sound of Music 60th Anniversary! Family Film Series! The Paramount Theatre, Saturday, August 2, 2025. Doors: 1pm, Film: 2pm

 

Miss Congeniality 25th Anniversary! The Paramount Theatre, Saturday, August 2, 2025. Doors: 6pm, Film: 7pm

 

A League of Their Own, The Paramount Theatre, Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Doors: 2pm, Film: 3pm

 

Robocop + Starship Troopers, Double Feature presented by Robert Rodriguez. The Paramount Theatre, Sunday, August 3, 2025. Doors: 6pm, Robocop: 7pm, Starship Troopers: 9pm. Robert Rodriguez joins us in person to introduce a double feature of his favorite classics, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the filmmakers and cast! Double Feature: This ticket gets you into both films, but you are also welcome to attend just one. The second film will screen after a brief intermission.

 

All the President’s Men in 35mm! The Paramount Theatre, Monday, August 4, 2025. Doors: 6pm, Film: 7pm

 

Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles 50th Anniversary!

The Paramount Theatre, Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Doors: 6pm, Film: 7pm

 

The Social Network 15th Anniversary! The Paramount Theatre, Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Doors: 6:30pm, Film: 7:30pm

 

Cooley High 50th Anniversary! The Paramount Theatre, Thursday, August 7, 2025, Doors: 6:30pm, Film: 7:30pm

 

Welcome to the Dollhouse in 35mm + Cry-Baby (Double Feature) The Paramount Theatre, Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Doors: 6pm
Welcome to the Dollhouse: 7pm, Cry-Baby: 8:50pm. Double Feature: This ticket gets you into both films, but you are also welcome to attend just one. The second film will screen after a brief intermission.

 

 

Free Rides on the Zilker Eagle Train, Friday, August 01, 2025. 10:00am-6:00pm, Zilker Eagle Miniature Train. (2131 1/2, William Barton Dr)  Bill Wood Foundation Community Hours happen on the first Friday of every single month. Tickets to the Zilker Eagle Train will be free all day for individual riders on those days!

 

 

AVP League Austin (Cedar Park)  Friday, August 1. Austin hosts a weekend of professional volleyball competition at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. Fans can experience a fully-transformed beach volleyball court created with over 300 tons of sand and matches featuring athletes like Olympians Taryn Brasher and Kristen Nuss of the Austin Aces. For more details, visit Ticketmaster.

 

 

New Waterloo presents Spritz Sprint Friday, August 1. This bar crawl to various LGBTQ establishments celebrates Austin Pride, the local version of Pride. Participants in the month-long bar crawl can visit a variety of participating bars to try signature spritzes, collect stickers, and compete for prizes including hotel stays and gift cards. Featured stops include Il Brutto, Sway, Café No Sé, and La Condesa. Details and more are available on the event website. https://newwaterloo.com/spritz-sprint

 

“BEYOND THE SHAPE” CLOSING RECEPTION, Friday, August 1, 6-9pm

Mexic-Arte Museum. Here’s one last chance for those with extreme FOMO: Mexic-Arte’s exhibit honoring local Chicano/a/x artist Vicente “Chente” Rodriguez has been up since April, but it’s still possible to sneak in a last glorious view of his geometric color studies and imaginative screenprints. In fact, it might even be a better opportunity to check it out, since the closing reception will have all the art, plus antojitos, plus grooves by DJ Guira King, plus some original screenprints created solely for the evening.

 

 

Summer Backyard Barbecue Series, August 01, 2025 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Meanwhile Brewing Co. (3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin, TX).  Meanwhile Brewing Co. and Uptown Sports Club bring back their popular Summer Backyard Barbecue Series, a four-part, family-friendly culinary celebration combining live music, craft beer, local vendors, and world-class barbecue. Proceeds from the series benefit The Community Foundation of the Hill Country’s Flood Relief Fund.

The series runs Fridays from 6–10 p.m. on July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, and Aug. 15 at Meanwhile Brewing (3901 Promontory Point Drive). Each evening features a different barbecue theme with menus by celebrated chefs including Aaron Franklin, Damien Brockway, Laura Sawicki, and more. Meanwhile Brewing debuts a special small-batch beer for each night, paired to the menu. Guests can also enjoy live performances from local bands, desserts from Austin favorites, and pop-ups by makers like Howler Brothers and The Green Room ATX. Children under 12 eat free with RSVP, and all-access pass holders receive exclusive merch discounts. Tickets $63.14+

 

Austin Chamber Music Festival: Twelfth Night, Fri., Aug. 1, 7:30pm

Bates Recital Hall (2406 Robert Dedman) Weekend three of Austin Chamber Music Festival presents a treat: the Austin debut of Twelfth Night. Founded by violinist Rachell Ellen Wong and keyboardist David Belkovski in 2021 after meeting as Juilliard students, the New York City ensemble specializes in baroque and early music, but they do more than merely reenact. Believing that art should not only evoke the past but look to the future, the duo and their collaborators remain dedicated to the idea that the music should be entertaining as well as enlightening. The program includes music from Antonio Vivaldi, Georg Philipp Telemann, and more. austinchambermusic.org/event/twelfth-night

 

 

SMOKE: A Celebration of Fire & Flavor, Aug. 1-2, various times, 8212 Barton Club Drive. Can you take the heat? Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa is hosting SMOKE: A Celebration of Fire & Flavor with an all-star lineup of acclaimed chefs and restaurants this weekend. Sign up for an incredible VIP dinner on Friday night at Legends of the Flame, or watch top chefs display their skills during the Masters of the Flavor showdown. In addition to the barbecue competition on Saturday, guests can enjoy tastings, craft drinks, and live music by Jade Marie Patek and Tomar and the FCs on Saturday. https://www.smokeatbartoncreek.com/

 

 

78th annual Bastrop Homecoming & Rodeo (Bastrop) August 1 &2 Mayfest Park, 25 American Legion Drive, Bastrop Community members can watch various events, including team roping, mutton busting, 4D jackpot barrel and rodeo slack. There will also be live music performances by People’s Choice Band and Jacob Stelly, along with a parade, vendors and more.$15 and up. https://www.bastrophomecomingrodeo.org/events/

 

Banger’s presents Brat Mitzvah: A 13th Anniversary Celebration, Saturday, August 2. Raise a cold one to 13 years of local craft beer and sausages at Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden. Brat Mitzvah attendees can enjoy dancing, live music, special toasts, and a variety of food inspired by the Jewish rite of passage. Admission is free and open to the public.

 

Revive & Thrive Aug. 2, 8:30 a.m., 1101 Music Lane . Savor a free day of wellness and rejuvenation as Swift Fit Events offers yoga, somatic movement, ice baths, and a curated vendor market at Hotel Magdalena. Be sure to bring a yoga mat, refillable water bottle, and sunscreen. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/revive-thrive-at-hotel-magdalena-tickets-1450881217779?aff=erelexpmlt

 

Pioneer Ghost Tour, Sat., Aug. 2, Pioneer Farms (10621 Pioneer Farms Dr). Many people have passed since the pioneers, but it seems only old time-y folks get haunting rights. I’ve been on several of these tours, hoping to glimpse a ghastly bonnet or translucent waistcoat. It hasn’t happened for me yet, but I always leave with some delightfully dark historical fun facts and local lore that make it all worth it. That being said, the folks behind this tour have diligently documented disembodied voices and other oddities along their tour route and all but promise an encounter. This just might be the tour you can leave informed and afraid.www.pioneerfarms.org

 

 

 

YeeHawties: Honky Tonk Pool Party at Austin Motel, Sunday, August 3.

Ring in Austin Pride with a dip in the pool and an all-out bash at Austin Motel. Guests can participate in line dancing, groove to music by DJ Boi Orbison, grab a bite from the Days Go By Guys pop-up, and lounge poolside. Cabana reservations are available. Admission is free with RSVP.

 

 

Dress Up Like a Pirate at Shipwreck’d, Now through Aug. 31. Opens at 3 p.m. daily,  The Eleanor (307 W. Fifth St.). Ahoy, mateys: A new pirate-themed bar debuted in downtown Austin this summer. Shipwreck’d features a moody maritime hideaway with seafaring decor and swashbuckler-worthy drinks and bites. The pop-up will be open at The Eleanor through end of August. https://www.shipwreckdbar.com/

 

Zilker Summer Musical – Bring It On: The Musical, 7/11/25 – 8/16/25. Zilker Hillside Theater at 8:15. Pack a picnic and come enjoy the free, annual musical at the Zilker Hillside Theater. The outdoor theatre troupe will host live performances Dates for accessibility performances, including ASL interpretation, sensory-friendly shows, and audio description, are coming soon. Free admission, donations encouraged! https://zilker.org/

 

Summer Stock Austin Disney’s Mary Poppins July 24–Aug 10 (9 Performances) | McCullough Theatre. A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe
Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh

Join the magical nanny, Mary Poppins, as she brings joy and adventure to the Banks family in this delightful musical filled with unforgettable songs and enchanting choreography. Based on the beloved stories by P.L. Travers, Mary Poppins takes audiences on a whimsical journey through London, where the impossible becomes possible. With classic tunes like “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “A Spoonful of Sugar,” this heartwarming show celebrates the power of love, imagination, and the importance of family. Perfect for all ages, Mary Poppins is an uplifting and magical theatrical experience. https://texasperformingarts.org/event/summer-stock-austin-2025-mary-poppins

 

 

Pan African Film Festival Thursday, July 31-Sunday, Aug. 3 Times vary AFS Cinema | $11+ | The third annual film series will bring together 10 films made by creatives across the African diaspora.

 

Backyard BBQ: Asado BBQ Night, Friday, August 01, 2025 , 6:00pm Meanwhile Brewing Co. (3901 Promontory Point Dr.) $63.00. Join us for four special evenings featuring live music, great food, cold beer, and community for a good cause! The second installation of the Uptown Sports Club and Meanwhile Brewing Co . summer backyard barbecue series continues on Friday, August 1 bringing together chefs, Meanwhile beers, and live music to offer a laid-back, approachable culinary experience reminiscent of the classic summer shindig! Join us for a full menu by the chefs behind Cuyo , Discada , and La Volta Pizza Club for an evening celebrating Asado BBQ. Uptown Sports Club will be serving additional menu items plus dessert. Meanwhile Brewing will feature a limited edition cocktail and draft beer inspired by the evening’s menu. Mira Mira is spinning vinyl from 6:30-8:15pm during dinner, with Los Gatos 512 taking the stage from 8:30-10pm. Shop local with Ant’s Haul (vintage clothes), The Green Room (local cacti & succulents), LAO Goods (ceramics), and FM Western Store (custom-fitted hats & western apparel) throughout the evening. $20 of each ticket purchased will be donated to The Community Foundation of the Hill Country to support the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund . Proceeds from the Backyard BBQ merchandise, as well as proceeds from each evening’s limited edition draft beer, will also be donated to the Foundation. Merch is available for pre-order and pickup onsite , or you can order in person at the event. Children under 12 eat free, but please email events@meanwhilebeer.com with an RSVP for children under 12. Schedule 6pm: Doors 6-10pm: Vendor Pop-Up 6:30-8:15pm: Mira Mira (Vinyl DJ Set) 7-9pm: Dinner Service 8:30-10pm: Los Gatos 512 (Cumbia / Tejano) General Admission Ticket Info Each ticket will include an entree and side dish from each featured chef, plus additional menu items from Uptown Sports Club, and a featured dessert. Drinks will be available for purchase onsite. The food and drinks will be accompanied by a vinyl DJ set from 6:30-8:15pm, followed by live music from 8:30-10pm. https://www.meanwhilebeer.com/events/backyard-bbq-asado-bbq-night

 

Summer Stock Austin 2025: “Jesus Christ Superstar”, Friday, August 1st-10th McCullough Theatre (2375 Robert Dedman Dr)  What’s the Buzz? With a legendary score featuring hits like “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” and “Gethsemane,” Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s groundbreaking masterpiece captures the final days of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. This timeless story blends iconic 1970s rock with profound themes of love, betrayal, and redemption—told entirely through song. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer, this global phenomenon continues to inspire and captivate new generations worldwide.

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber • Lyrics by Tim Rice

Produced by Impact Arts in partnership with Texas Performing Arts.

This project is funded in part by the City of Austin Economic Development Department. https://texasperformingarts.org/event/summer-stock-austin-2025-jesus-christ-superstar/

 

 

Blazin’ Beer Crawl (Georgetown) Aug. 2, 1-3 p.m. (early VIP access), 3-6 p.m. (general admission). Downtown Georgetown,( 816 S. Main St., Georgetown). Community members can spend a day tasting craft beer at downtown retail stores and restaurants. Attendees will receive a map of participating locations, and some will offer spicy snacks.

$30 (general admission with keepsake tasting glass), $70 (VIP admission with special reception, swag bag, keepsake tasting glass and event hat) https://visit.georgetown.org

 

 

H-E-B Free First Sunday @ Bullock Museum, August 3, 2025 10:00am – 5:00pm. Explore the Story of Texas through hands-on activities.Enjoy FREE exhibition admission all day during H-E-B Free First Sundays, held the first Sunday of every month. Activities are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Explore the Story of Texas through three floors of exhibitions that showcase and tell the history of artifacts from around the state.

Activities:

  • 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a back-to-school storytime and craft with Westbank Library

  • Explore STEM with hands-on activities from Girlstart

  • Discover something new through up-close, interactive conversation carts throughout the galleries.

 

 

RESCHEDULED FROM 7/8: Summer Hillside Concert Series, Tue., Aug. 5, 6pm, Pan Am Park. Austin’s longest-running free concert series is back! For the 67th year, Pan Am’s hillside stage welcomes families and community members to dance and revel in free music at the park. This year’s series kicks off with Seguin-based group Conjunto Cats, local Tex-Mex conjunto ensemble Grupo Cruzsante, and Tejano pop stars Daniel Lopez y Aventura, plus DJ Party Pete gets the party started. Every Tuesday through the rest of July promises a similarly packed lineup – get there early to get a good spot!

 

Hayes Carll (performance & record signing),  Tue., Aug. 5, 5pm. Free (all ages). Waterloo Records. Following last year’s rollicking collaboration with the Band of Heathens, Hayes Carll’s new ninth LP rolls back with a more reflective tone. Not that We’re Only Human isn’t cut with Carll’s classic winking wit – take the rhyming of “Deloris” and “divorce” on “Progress of Man (Bitcoin & Cattle),” for instance – but the balladeer offers up contemplative philosophical musings and aphorisms on our modern condition with a ruminating and roughened vocal that hearkens Lyle Lovett’s playful wisdom. The album runs in search of what unites us as much as the absurdities that we’re all plodding through.

 

Book Swap,  Tue., Aug. 5, Slackers Brewing Co. Are you going to read that? No, really. Are you? If it’s sat on your shelf for years, chances are it will sit there for many more. Put that sorry book out of its lonesome misery and trade it in for something you’ll actually pick up at Slackers’ Book Swap. Give those dusty pages a chance to see the light of someone else’s eyes. We won’t tell your mom or your cozy-historical-fiction-romance-loving friend and, let’s face it, they’ve given up hope that you’d read their gift long ago.

 

 

Blues on the Green, 8/5/25 – 8/6/25, Zilker Park, 93.3 KGSR’s Blues on the Green is back for another year at Zilker Park. This annual, family-friendly concert is free and open to all so bring your cooler, lay out your picnic blankets and get ready to rock the park. August 5th : Antone’s 50th Allstars ft. ruthiefostermusic , suefoleyofficial , +thepetersonbrothers, blakchyl and bob_schneider_music

 

AUGUST 6TH: elijahthedelgado, nextofkintheband and chaparelle https://www.austintexas.org/event/acl-radios-blues-on-the-green/380662/

 

Guided Goat Walk, Wednesday, August 06, Thursday, August 07 and Friday, August 08, 2025, 7pm  Jester King Brewing (13187 Fitzhugh Rd.) Join us for a 45 minute – 1 hour guided goat walk with one of our Goat Herders. You will get to walk around our property with our herd of 74 Nigerian Dwarf goats and immerse yourself in the beauty of holistic grazing. Our Goat Herder will lead the walk and you will be educated on our regenerative agriculture practices. TICKETS AVAILABLE ONSITE AT THE GOAT PEN ENTRANCE OR THROUGH THE BOOKING BUTTON ABOVE. Tickets are $15 per person. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure. Please plan accordingly as our tasting room/kitchen closes at 8pm on Wednesday and Thursday and 9pm on Fridays. Beer is available for purchase at the Goat Pen entrance. CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID PARENT OR GUARDIAN, AND HAVE A PAID ADMISSION. CHILDREN TWO YEARS AND UNDER ARE FREE. Please note that dogs, as well as food and snacks, are NOT allowed on our walks to ensure the safety of our goat herd and livestock guardian dog. All hiking levels/ages welcome, however there will be tall grass and some steep rocky slopes which can make units with wheels difficult. The walk takes place during hot and cold temperatures, we encourage dressing accordingly and bringing your own refillable water bottle. We recommend that all guests come prepared and wear appropriate footwear and sun protection when on a tour at Jester King. Weather Permitting. Our goats hate the rain so please check with a staff member upon arrival. As weather changes so abruptly in the Hill Country, our rain calls are typically made within the hour leading up to the goat walk. Refunds will be applied for online reservations depending on weather. https://jesterkingbrewery.com/tours-and-experiences/guided-goat-walk

 

 

 

Cedar Park Rodeo 2025  (Cedar Park) Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug. 9 | 7:30 p.m. H-E-B Center, Cedar Park | $35+ Enjoy bar back riding, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, mutton busting, and more. https://www.hebcenter.com/events/detail/cedar-park-rodeo-2025

 

Jurassic Quest, August 8 -10, Palmer Event Center (900 Barton Springs Road).Families must get down to Jurassic Quest and have an awesome time delving into pre-historic times. Kids will jump at the chance to adventure into a world when dinosaurs of all types existed. This is the only event in the country that features dinosaurs that are the actual size that they were centuries ago and allows little ones to get up close and personal with these fascinating ancient creatures. The work of talented paleontologists produced wonderfully realistic dinosaurs that will make you want to take a closer look. The event also includes rides on a huge Tyrannosaurus rex, an inflatable maze and a dinosaur petting zoo.  https://www.jurassicquest.com

 

Coming Soon:

 

Bugs, Birds, and Bats! Saturday | August 9 at 10 am – 12:30 pm

Meredith Heritage Tree Deck at Waterloo Park. Come along for an interactive discovery of all of our flying, winged, and multi-legged friends who make their home at Waterloo Park. Park tours, scavenger hunts, and much more will make this a can’t-miss day at the park!

 

Family Day: Starry Skies and Fireflies, August 10, 2025 UMLAUF Sculpture Garden (605 Azie Morton Rd) 11am – 4pm. Unveil the secrets of the night sky at UMLAUF’s Family Day: Starry Skies and Fireflies! Join us for interactive performances, starry crafts, and education on the secret lives of nocturnal creatures.

ITINERARY:

ALL DAY

  • “All The Words Astage” Performances by Walking Shadow Shakespeare (performances every 30 minutes)

  • Ruta Maya Organic Coffee

  • Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center

  • Face Painting by Community Impact Through Art

  • Crafts

  • Sculpture Searches

  • Community Partners

 

 

Juliet Italian Kitchen’s 10th Anniversary Celebration, August 10, 2025 11:00 am. Juliet Italian Kitchen is turning 10, and the beloved Austin staple is celebrating a decade of fresh pasta, good wine, and great memories with an anniversary toast across all locations. On Saturday, August 10, enjoy $10 bottles of prosecco all day long.

At the original Barton Springs location, guests can expect a few extra treats:
– A giant 4-foot tiramisu on display, with complimentary slices (while supplies last)
– Gelu Italian Ice from 1–3 p.m.
– Live DJ set by KingBjornce from 2–5 p.m.

Where

Juliet Italian Kitchen – Barton Springs

1500 Barton Springs Road

 

 

 

UMLAUF After Dark: Stay Cool, August 12, 2025 UMLAUF Sculpture Garden (605 Azie Morton Rd) 6pm- 8pm Beat the heat and soak up the summer vibes at UMLAUF After Dark: Stay Cool—a late summer celebration packed with live music, interactive art, frozen treats, and community fun. As the sun sizzles, we’re bringing the chill with cool beats and creativity.

Itinerary:

  • Live Jazz Music by Jeff Lofton Trio

  • Photo Op Experience by Mesmerize Texas

  • YoYo Bubble Tea Food Truck

  • Community Partners

  • Specialty Cocktail

  • Karaoke

 

 

Song in the Storm Heart of Texas Flood Benefit Central Texas Flood Recovery Fund, Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The Paramount Theatre
Doors: 6:30pm, Show: 7:30pm. Lyle Lovett and Michael Martin Murphey
With Very Special Guest Jimmie Vaughan. Also Appearing: Juliana Rankin, Andy Hedges & More. The Paramount Theatre proudly presents Texas legends Lyle Lovett and Michael Martin Murphey in SONG IN THE STORM: Heart of Texas Flood Benefit. All proceeds benefit Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. If you can’t come to the show but would still like to support the relief efforts please donate directly to the Central Texas Flood Recovery Fund.

Sponsored by Kerrville Folk Festival, Murphey Western Institute and The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation.

 

 

The Wizard of Oz, August 13 – September 21, Zach Theater. Buckle up for a reimagined journey over the rainbow! Zach’s uniquely Austin staging of this iconic story features a Dust Bowl-era cowboy band, a glittering mirror ball experience, and plenty of chances to get in on the action. Whether you’re a parent or grandparent, a kid, or just a kid at heart, follow the yellow brick road into The Topfer for this spectacular musical, a timeless reminder that there’s no place like home.

 

City Wide Vintage Garage Sale, August 16-17, 2025, Palmer Events Center (900 Barton Springs Road)  , SATURDAY 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. SUNDAY  11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The City-Wide Vintage Sale was born and bred in south Austin, Texas. We have been an incubator for small businesses since 1977. We have had some stellar folks and crazy characters with us throughout the years. We would be nothing without or amazing, hard-working vendors. We invite you to come check out this eclectic event and share in the excitement of this long-standing Austin tradition. Join us in celebrating the past while embracing the future – let the treasure hunt begin!

 

 

Luck on the Lawn: A Hill Country Benefit Concert, August 17, 2025 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Hotel Magdalena (1101 Music Lane).   On Sunday, August 17, Bunkhouse Hotels, Luck Reunion, and Arlyn Studios will host a benefit concert at Hotel Magdalena in support of flood recovery efforts in Kerr County. The event will feature performances by Lyle Lovett, Los Lonely Boys, and other special guests, with 100% of ticket sales ($30 each, limited to 300 tickets) going to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

Additional fundraising efforts include a silent auction featuring luxury hotel stays, concert passes, and VIP experiences; a $5,000 VIP Terrace Suite package with catered meals and pool access; a pop-up vinyl sale by Breakaway Records; and a cocktail bar by Equipment Room, with all proceeds benefiting the relief fund. Tickets  $33.15+

 

PBR Team Series – Gambler Days 8/22/25 – 8/24/25, Moody Center
An action-packed team bull riding competition features the most exciting 8 seconds in sports featuring some of the world’s best bull riders and the local Austin Gamblers.  https://www.ticketmaster.com/austin-gamblers-tickets/artist/3101664

 

Austin Train Show Saturday, Aug. 23-Sunday, Aug. 24 Times vary Palmer Events Center, $8+ Explore 25,000+ sqft of vendors, model trains, rides, clinics, and prizes. https://austintrainshow.org/

 

 

Austin Pride Parade & Festival, 8/23/25. Fiesta Gardens. Celebrated during Austin Pride Month each August, don’t miss this giant parade down Congress Avenue during the largest annual LGBTQI advocacy and fundraising event in Central Texas. https://austinpride.org/pride-2025/

 

Le Garage Sale, August 23 & 24, Palmer Events Center. This semi-annual Austin event features top fashion and accessories from Austin’s independent boutiques and local labels under one roof for a two-day shopping event. At Le Garage Sale, you can expect an expertly curated mix of 100+ local businesses.

 

 Austin Restaurant Weeks (Aug. 29-Sept. 14) Various locations. You can help by dining out at participating restaurants during Austin Restaurant Weeks, a two-week-long dining extravaganza featuring specially priced lunches, dinners, and cocktails at restaurants throughout the greater Austin area. A portion of the price of each meal goes directly to the Central Texas Food Bank, which can make the most of each dollar due to its purchasing power in the community. https://www.austinrestaurantweeks.org/

 

The Front Fest, 8/30/25 – 9/1/25, Various Locations. The Front Fest is an end-of-summer festival, featuring performances, films and creative experiences putting Texas women and LGBTQ+ creatives of all kinds at the front of our lineups. https://thefrontfest.com/

 

3rd Annual Austin Women in Jazz Festival, Saturday, August 30, 2025

Austin, Austin PBS, Pfluger Keller Community Soundstage Building 3000 (at Wilhelmina Delco & Clayton Lane, Austin, TX 78752).  Get ready for the most electrifying jazz celebration of the year!

Back by popular demand, this year’s festival all-star lineup will feature:

Pamela Hart – Austin’s First Lady of Jazz

Jazmin Ghent – Soulful, smooth, and sensational

Jeanette Harris – Queen of Sax with fierce energy and style

Chelsey Green – A powerful fusion of jazz and soul violin

Doors Open: 5:00 pm, Showtime: 6:00 pm. All Reserved Seating. Cash Bar Service, Merchant Vendors, Complimentary Lite Snacks. Parking is available in open lot and in the parking garage. https://womeninjazz.org/event/festival2025/

 

2025 Texas Roller Derby | Sunday, Aug. 31 | 6 p.m. | Palmer Events Center | $34 | It’s the Calvello Cup Championship between the Cherry Bombs and the Rhinestones at this bout. https://txrd.com/

 

 

September 2025

 

FIA World Endurance Championships (Lone Star Le Mans),  9/5/25 – 9/7/25. Circuit of The Americas. Watch as the most extreme, top-performing cars go head to head in a six-hour long endurance race at Circuit of The Americas. This event is the only World Endurance Championships round taking place in North America so you don’t want to miss this race. https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/fia-world-endurance-championship/

 

Bat Fest ,  9/6/25, Congress Avenue Bridge. Celebrate this batty event as the world’s largest urban bat colony (1.5 million Mexican Free-Tailed Bats which take up seasonal residence beneath the Ann Richard’s Congress Street Bridge) take to the skies for their nightly flight. Enjoy live music, children activities, a costume contest and more. https://www.roadwayevents.com/event/bat-fest/

 

3rd Annual Teresa Lozano Long Community Day,  Saturday, September 6, The Long Center (701 W. Riverside Drive) They are flinging the doors open for another FREE block-party bash featuring hosts of community partners, activities, and performances all over the building. Look forward to KIDosky crafts & games with Creative Action, BubblePalooza presented by H-E-B, live music, food trucks, and more! Make sure you’re following us @longcenter on social media so you don’t miss a thing. The Long Center is always yours, but especially on Teresa Lozano Long Community Day! https://thelongcenter.org/events/teresa-lozano-long-community-day-2/

 

University of Texas Football Season – UT vs San Jose State -9/6/25 11am game. D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.

 

 

¡VIVA Mexico! 9/13/25. Oswaldo Cantu Pan Am Recreation Center
The Mexican-American Cultural Center will host its annual Viva México celebration to showcase visual art, dance and musical performances that explore Mexico’s history through cultural art traditions. https://www.austintexas.gov/page/viva-mexico

 

Fall Pecan Street Festival, 9/13/25 – 9/14/25. Hill Country Galleria
The Pecan Street Festival is a free, bi-annual juried music, arts and crafts festival. Visitors will experience a lively street fair with vendors, artists, musicians, food, drinks and more. https://pecanstreetfestival.org/

 

UT vs UTEP Sep 13 (Sat) 3:15 p.m. CT D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.

 

 

Fantastic Fest , 9/18/25 – 9/25/25. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Fantastic Fest is the largest genre film festival in the U.S., specializing in horror, fantasy, sci-fi, action and just plain fantastic movies from around the world. https://www.fantasticfest.com/

 

UT vs Sam Houston Sep 20 (Sat) 7 p.m. CT D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.

 

 

Austin Museum Day, 9/21/25. Various Locations. Organized by the Austin Museum Partnership, this special day features free exhibitions and activities at participating Austin-area museums and cultural sites. https://www.austinmuseums.org/about-austin-museum-day

 

Pride in Local Music Festival, 9/21/25, 3Ten at ACL Live. The Pride in Local Music concert event celebrates local music through the rainbow heartbeat of our great music city, produced by the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. The day features musical performances from local artists at one of Austin’s most iconic venues. https://austinlgbtchamber.com/prideinlocalmusic/

 

HAAM Benefit Day, 9/23/25. Various Locations. The Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) hosts an annual, citywide benefit to raise support for local musicians. For one day, hundreds of local music showcases and concerts will take place, featuring many of your favorite local musicians. https://www.myhaam.org/haam-day

 

LEVITATION September 25-28 with a stacked four-day lineup and a new central venue home, Palmer Events Center, with nightly venue programming at beloved Red River venues still intact. This is the biggest and best year of this independent festival yet, where there’s something for everyone – all in the central downtown area. https://levitation.fm/

 

The Science of Sports & Movement, Saturday | September 26 at 6 – 10 pm. Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park, This will be a celebration of all things moving! Show off your skills with interactive fitness demos, games on the lawn, and much more! We’ll close the evening with a special screening of the nostalgic classic movie, Little Giants.

October 2025

Austin City Limits Music Festival, 10/3/25 – 10/5/25 & 10/10/25 – 10/12/25, Zilker Park, One of the country’s largest celebrations of music, this six-day festival brings the magic of the famed public TV series Austin City Limits outside the studio and into Austin’s most beloved park with more than 140 musical acts on eight stages over two weekends. https://www.aclfestival.com/

 

Boo at the Zoo, 10/3/25 – 10/25/25 (Friday & Saturday only), Austin Zoo
Bring the kids in full costume to Boo at the Zoo (Friday and Saturday nights in October), where they can experience the Austin Zoo in a whole new way: in the dark. Train rides, musical entertainment and unlimited Haunted House visits are also included in the fun. https://austinzoo.org/

 

 

Austin Oktoberfest, 10/11/25, German Free School (507 E 10th St).The German-Texan Heritage Society hosts this annual festival, the longest and most traditional Oktoberfest in Austin. The event will feature all things German, including food, drinks, music, and Gemütlichkeit (a German word used to describe a state of belonging, warmth, and friendliness). Don’t miss this kid-friendly event.

 

Formula 1 United States Grand Prix 10/17/25 – 10/19/25 Circuit of The Americas. The pinnacle of motorsports is returning to Texas for a three-day celebration of speed and sound! The Formula 1 USGP provides an action-packed experience that fuses world-class racing with major championship implications. There’s no shortage of star power off-track as superstars headliners hit the Super Stage on with post-race performances each night.

 

 

Night Market, (Cedar Park) 10/18/25 Lakeline Park (1510 Alexis Dr). The Lunar Foundation and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce have partnered to host Night Market, a celebration of the year of the Wood Snake through an immersive, story-driven experiential event. This event will feature family-friendly programming during the afternoon and heat up with a happening nightlife scene after dark. Night Market highlights the best of the Asian community in and around Austin with vendors, food, live music, onsite activations and more.  https://www.nightmarket.fun/

 

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival (Fredericksburg) | October 22nd – 26th.   The Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival is a non-profit organization that celebrates, showcases and nurtures our region’s rich agricultural heritage, outstanding culinary experiences and award winning wineries. Through our programs and events, we support charitable organizations in the Texas Hill Country, ensuring prosperity and innovation within our community. Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival is the premier culinary and wine experience in the Texas Hill Country, showcasing food, wine, craft beverage and Texas Hill Country culture.  https://www.fbgfoodandwine.com/

 

Austin Film Festival,  10/23/25 – 10/30/25. Downtown Austin
Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on both top-billed films and indies alike.  https://austinfilmfestival.com/

 

Austoberfest, 10/25/25. Scholz Garten. This year, the Austin Saengerrunde will celebrate the annual Austin Oktoberfest at Scholz Garten, the oldest continuously operating tavern in the state. This festival celebrates German heritage in Texas with beer, sausage, live music and bowling! https://saengerrunde.org/events/austoberfest-2024/

 

Viva la Vida Fest, 10/25/25. Mexic-Arte Museum. Hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum, the long-running annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) exhibition pays tribute to the tradition that celebrates the return of the dead by their families and friends. https://mexic-artemuseum.org/event/viva-la-vida-2025/

 

Wicked Oaks Festival, 10/25/25 – 10/26/25. Carson Creek Ranch (701 Dalton Ln). Get a jump on Halloweekend at the first-ever Wicked Oaks Festival at Carson Creek Ranch. This new festival brings together three Austin events, Freaky Deaky, Summoning and Illfest, for one packed weekend of EDM music and immersive art displays. https://wickedoaksfest.com/

 

 

Austin Symphony Orchestra Presents: Halloween Children’s Concert Date TBD. Long Center This concert is a wonderful chance for you to introduce your children to the wonders of live orchestral music and also a great opportunity to wear costumes and have tons of fun. The concert hall will be decorated top to bottom to enhance your little one’s concert experience. https://austinsymphony.org/

 

November 2025

UT vs Vanderbilt  Nov 1 (Sat) 11 a.m. CT  D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.

 

Texas Monthly BBQ Fest, Lockhart, Tx 11/1/25 – 11/2/25. Texas Monthly hosts the annual Texas Monthly BBQ Festival just south of Austin in historic Downtown Lockhart, Texas. This two-day event features live music, an artisan market, live cooking demos and some of the best BBQ in the state.

 

Quesoff, 11/2/25, Mohawk. The annual festival and competition celebrating all things melted cheese is not to be missed. Home-cooks, top chefs, friends, siblings and pets all compete in four delicious categories of queso dishes. Attendees have the opportunity to sample award-winning recipes from local chefs, restaurants and Austinites.

 

Austin Food + Wine Festival, 11/7/25 – 11/9/25, Auditorium Shores. Pamper your palate in one of the hippest cities in the country at the Austin Food + Wine Festival. Join top chef talent, sommeliers and winemakers from across the nation and Austin’s own acclaimed gourmet scene for an indulgent, three-day epicurean adventure unlike any other, topped off with live musical performances.

 

Wurstfest (New Braunfels, Tx), 11/7/25 – 11/16/25. Here, you’ll enjoy good food, music, dancing, exciting carnival rides and games, German, Texan and domestic beer, special events and the finest in Alpine and Bavarian Style Entertainment. It all happens at Wurstfest!

 

Austin Celtic Festival, 11/8/25 – 11/9/25. Pioneer Farms. This annual festival returns to Pioneer Farms this November, along with the 2025 Scottish Highland Games World Championships. Check the website for the full schedule of events, music lineup, special guests and more.

 

Texas Book Festival, 11/8/25 – 11/9/25, Texas State Capitol Grounds
The Texas Book Festival has evolved into one of the premier literary events in the country and hosts about 250 authors each year. Join in with other bookworms for readings, panel discussions, signings, cooking demonstrations, live music, local food, YA authors, children’s activities and more.

 

Miracle on 5th Street, 11/14/25 – 12/28/25, The Eleanor. Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in the most festive and nostalgic setting in the city. Featuring wall-to-wall Christmas decor, multiple bars, cheery social experiences and a whole lot of Christmas spirits.

 

 

Texas Craft Brewers Festival, 11/15/25, Fiesta Gardens. The Texas Craft Brewers Festival brings together small and independent breweries from around the state of Texas. Taking place in the beautiful Fiesta Gardens outdoor space right on Lady Bird Lake, visitors can expect attendance from more than 70 breweries and a variety of local food vendors.

 

A Christmas Affair, 11/20/25 – 1123/25, Palmer Event Center. A Christmas Affair is a five-day holiday market benefiting The Junior League of Austin. The annual event hosts 200+ retail merchants and attracts 25,000+ patrons.  As a new tradition started in 2020, The Junior League of Austin has also launched A Christmas Affair Virtual Marketplace.

 

University of Texas Football – UT vs Arkansas Nov 22 (Sat) Flex (2:30-3:30 p.m. or 5-7 p.m. CT) D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.

 

University of Texas Football – UT vs Texas A&M Nov 28 (Fri) 6:30 p.m. CT.  D.K.R. Memorial Stadium. Cheer on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their home games at D.K.R. Texas Memorial Stadium on select Saturdays from September to November. For the first year ever, the Longhorns will compete in the Southeastern Conference(SEC), and go head-to-head with some of the top teams in the country.