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 Goonies, 40th Anniversary! Family Film Series! The Paramount Theatre
Saturday, July 19, 2025. Doors: 2pm, Film: 3pm
Unbreakable, 25th Anniversary! The Paramount Theatre, Saturday, July 19, 2025. Doors: 6pm Film: 7pm
Hook with James V. Hart, The Paramount Theatre. Sunday, July 20, 2025,
Doors: 1pm, Film: 2pm
Bram Stoker’s Dracula with James V. Hart, The Paramount Theatre. Sunday, July 20, 2025. Doors: 6pm Film: 7pm
Sorcerer, The Paramount Theatre, Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Doors: 6:30pm
Film: 7:30pm
Car Wash, The Paramount Theatre, Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Doors: 6:30pm. Film: 7:30pm
Boogie Nights, in 35mm! The Paramount Theatre. Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Doors: 6pm, film: 7pm
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!
Summer Stock Austin Season Sneak Peek, July 18, 2025 8:00 pm, McCullough Theatre (2390 Robert Dedman Dr.) Summer Stock Austin will celebrate its 21st season with a one-night-only performance and preview event on July 18 at 8 p.m. at the McCullough Theatre.
The Season Sneak Peek will bring together alumni and current performers for an evening of music, dance, and community, offering audiences a first look at the upcoming 2025 season. Highlights include performances from Mary Poppins and Jesus Christ Superstar, along with a showcase of original work by young artists involved in the program. Tickets $25
https://www.impactarts.org/sneak-peek
Michael Velliquette: The Distance Within Us Exhibition Tour, Fri, Jul 18, UMAUF Sculpture Garden. Join our staff at 11:00AM for an engaging tour of our current exhibition, The Distance Within Us by Michael Velliquette. The tour is included with admission and is fully indoors! No RSVP necessary.
Community Cinema at Community First! Village : A Minecraft Movie, July 18, 2025 8:00 pm. The Community Cinema & Amphitheater (9301 Hog Eye Rd, Austin, TX) Mobile Loaves & Fishes has teamed up with Austin’s beloved Alamo Drafthouse to bring movie nights to the Community First! Village with its ongoing Community Cinema series. These free outdoor screenings take place throughout the year and are open to all. https://mlf.org/events/category/community-cinema/list/
APL After Dark: Recess, Fri., July 18. Central Library (710 W. Cesar Chavez) Stay at the library after hours for an eclectic mix of games, crafts, trivia, beer, and wine. This night-at-the-museum-esque 21+ event will have a silent disco dance floor, a Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. dueling corner, an origami station, oversized chess, and Hula-Hoops. And that’s just the beginning: Make friendship bracelets, play with some LEGO, and jump into an improv group with Hideout Theatre. The event is currently sold out, but you can add your name to the waitlist. library.austintexas.gov/central-library
Film Screening: The Little Prince (2015) Saturday, July 19 at 11:00 a.m. @Harry Ransom Center ( 300 W 21st St,) The Little Prince (2015), directed by Mark Osborne. Based on the novella Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (New York, 1943). This screening is presented in conjunction with the Ransom Center’s exhibition Words and Wonder: Rediscovering Children’s Literature. RSVP
Meet MLS All-Stars at Domain NORTHSIDE, July 19, 2025 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm The Lawn at the Domain (10910 Domain Dr.) Domain NORTHSIDE will be holding a free Pop-up Fan Event for MLS All-Star Week with Austin FC this Saturday (July 19) from 12pm – 3pm at The Lawn. Austin FC All-Star Brad Stuver and MLS All-Star Head Coach Nico Estévez will be in attendance for autographs and pictures with fans. Attendees can take a photo in front of a larger-than-life 30-foot replica of the Official MLS All-Star Soccer ball, participate in a mini pop-up soccer pitch, enjoy refreshments from The Salty, and play with interactive installations via YETI (Austin FC’s founding partner). $Free. https://domainnorthside.com/events/domain-northside-atx-fan-fest
MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration, Saturday, July 19 | 6 pm- 10 pm & Sunday, July 20 | 6 pm-10 pm Auditorium Shores (900 W Riverside Dr, Austin), (part of Town Lake Metropolitan Park). MLS All-Star Week kicks off Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20, with Soccer Celebration, a free, family-friendly fan festival. Join us as we kick off 2025 MLS All-Star Week in Austin in style! The two-day event sets the stage for the highly anticipated 2025 MLS All-Star Game, where the best of MLS will take on the Liga MX all-stars on Wednesday, July 23 at Q2 Stadium in Austin. Fans of all ages are invited to come out and experience:
· Interactive fan zones and games
· Live music and entertainment
· Autograph sessions
· Refreshments and local food vendors
· Watch parties and more surprises
Soccer Celebration includes Coca-Cola’s Beats, Cleats, and Eats activation, which features rock group GROUPLOVE as its headliner.
Soccer Celebration also highlights activations from MLS’ official league partners, offering fun, immersive experiences that showcase the energy and innovation driving the sport’s continued growth in North America.
About MLS All-Star Week
The 2025 MLS All-Star Game, set for July 23 at Q2 Stadium, will feature the best players from Major League Soccer facing off against the all-stars of Liga MX in a must-see showdown. Leading up to the match, the city of Austin will host a full week of soccer events, fan experiences, and community initiatives. For more information, visit MLSsoccer.com/All-Star/2025.
Public Tour + Sculpture Garden Storytime, Sat, Jul 19. UMLAUF Sculpture Garden. Join our docent from 12PM – 1PM for an entertaining tour through the Garden while the kids join our team for Sculpture Garden Storytime! The tour is free with purchase of admission and registration is not required.
The Morning Spin, July 19, 10 a.m., Cosmic Coffee (121 Pickle Road). The coffee shop DJ set trend continues to thrive, and this weekend, The Morning Spin is adding a philanthropic component: 100% of ticket sales for the July 19 edition benefit the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief. Enjoy coffee, merch, and live music from DJs including Boogietraxx and Nick Nolan.
Taste of Plant Based, Sat., July 19, Wheatsville Food Co-op. Plant-based products just keep getting better and more widely available, making a vegan lifestyle more attainable and exciting all the time. Get a taste for yourself at the home of popcorn tofu, as well as the best place to score cool veggie items you can’t find elsewhere. From 11am to 3pm, over 20 local plant-based vendors will offer free samples and share their stories. Kids can partake in activities like face-painting and plant-your-own veggies, and a DJ keeps the veggie vibes flowing.
True Texas Tunes Concert Series at H-E-B SoCo, July 19, 2025 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. SoCo H-E-B (2400 S. CONGRESS AVE. Austin) H-E-B has launched True Texas Tunes, a new monthly concert series in partnership with Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers (HOME). Held on the third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Congress H-E-B’s True Texas BBQ patio, the series features performances from local musicians, with proceeds benefiting HOME’s mission to provide housing support for aging Austin artists.
The series kicks off May 17 with a performance by Marcia Ball’s Boogie Trinity featuring Floyd Domino and Nick Connolly. Upcoming acts include Shelley King, Carolyn Wonderland, Midnight Snack, Sister Golden Hair, and others. Admission is free. https://www.heb.com/discover/atx-events
Texas Roller Derby Playoffs, Sat., July 19. Travis County Expo Center
(7311 Decker). It’s like Whip It, but real life. The penultimate bout of the ultimate sport for women and nonbinary badasses’ 2025 season goes down this Saturday at the Travis County Expo Center, where the Rhinestones (amazing team skater names include Colonel Slamders, Harli Grim, Nicola Virus, and Rum Punch) face off against the Putas del Fuego (amazing team skater names include GAUDSPEED, Manila Wafer, Miller Fite, and Netflix and Kill) ahead of the Labor Day Weekend Calvello Cup Championship. Doors at 5pm, whistle at 6. txrd.com/get-tickets-see-schedule
Labubu Fest Saturday, July 19 11 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Elmo Brewing Company ( 8110 Springdale Rd) Free with RSVP | Shop authentic Labubu collectibles, fashion for the little monsters, and get a flash tattoo, all with a drink in hand. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labubu-fest-at-st-elmo-springdale-vendors-activities-food-bevs-tickets-1458631850129?aff=oddtdtcreator
Popsicle Dash (Round Rock), July 19, 7:30-10 a.m. 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. Runners of all ages can race in a 1K, 5K, or 10K at Dell Diamond and receive a popsicle at the finish line. Participants will also receive a ticket for the Aug. 15 Round Rock Express game. $50 (5K), $60 (10K), $20 (1K). https://tinyurl.com/4jhsxxyb
Game Night, Saturday, July 19, 2025 , 5:00pm-7:00pm. Jo’s Coffee – South Austin (5532 Menchaca Rd.). Free—Cost of purchase. Join us for an exhilarating Game Night at Jo’s South Austin every Saturday from 5 to 7 pm. Dive into the fun with half-price chips and salsa or queso, as well as half-price frozen lemonade. We’ve got an array of board games and cards for you to enjoy, but feel free to bring your favorites for a personalized gaming experience. Play nice but play to win. See you on Saturday, February 3, and every Saturday thereafter. Every Saturday, 5 – 7 PM
Greater Austin Comic Con (Cedar Park) July 19-20. H-E-B Center at Cedar Park (2100 Avenue of the Stars). Everyone knows that comic cons aren’t just about comics, so it’s not that surprising that Texas wrestling legend Kevin von Erich (subject of the great wrestling biopic The Iron Claw), heavyweight boxing icon Riddick Bowe, and MMA hall-of-famer Rampage Jackson are all heading to GACC in its sixth year. But don’t worry: Comics still get their day, with talents including Sam Lotfi (Harley Quinn), Sean Chen (X-Men), and Julian Shaw (Captain America: Symbol of Truth) picking up their pencils in the name of truth, justice, and sequential art. www.hebcenter.com
National Ice Cream Day, July 20, various locations and times. I scream, you scream, we are scream for this fan-favorite frozen treat! For tasty ways to celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, check out our guide https://www.austinmonthly.com/beat-the-heat-with-these-classic-frozen-treat-shops-in-austin/
Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988), July 20 & 23, AFS Cinema. We’ve become so blasé about the extraordinary technical wizardry regularly served up on multiplex screens, it’s hard to remember what an absolute brain melt this live-action/animated hybrid was on first release in 1988. In Robert Zemeckis’ comedic noir, set in 1940s Los Angeles and neighboring Toontown, live-action actors like Bob Hoskins’ hard-boiled PI Eddie Valiant seamlessly share space with cartoon characters like the hapless Roger Rabbit, on the lam after being accused of murder. Silly and thrilling and so, so much fun. (Also, weirdly horny!) – Kimberley Jones
Midsummer Celebration @ Laura’s, July 20, 11 a.m. Laura’s Library, 9411 Bee Caves Road, Austin. The celebration will feature a presentation from Creature Teacher, a mobile petting zoo that offers wildlife education and awareness, alongside a sloth meet and greet, and face painting from Lady B.
July 20, 11 a.m. (Creature Teacher presentation), 1-3 p.m. (sloth meet and greet, face painting), Free (admission) www.westbanklibrary.com
Jonah Kim Plays the Bach Cello Preludes (6:30, 4:45, 3:00), Sun., July 20 (ConcertDome Austin). As a onetime cello player myself – okay, attempted cello player might be more accurate – I greatly admire the skill it takes to master such an instrument. Here comes Grammy winner Jonah Kim, then, with three showtimes on his schedule (3pm, 4:45, and 6:30) centered on Bach’s Suites for the Solo Cello. The cellist immerses his audience in these Preludes within Austin’s newest 360 space, where music and visuals mix. Recommended for folks 10 years or older, so maybe leave the preschoolers at home with a babysitter.
Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Summer Preview Week (Fredericksburg) July 21- July 27 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. 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.
Summer Preview Week | July 21st – 27th
Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival | October 22nd – 26th
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.
This year, 100% of proceeds from all nine Preview Week events will go directly to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, supporting local rescue, relief, and rebuilding efforts in the wake of recent devastating floods. Tickets
$25+ https://www.fbgfoodandwine.com/
MLS All Star Game, 7/23/25. Q2 Stadium. Major League Soccer will take center stage at Q2 Stadium for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game on July 23rd at 8:00 p.m. The MLS All-Stars will take on All-Stars from LIGA MX, Mexico’s top soccer league. Don’t miss this exciting matchup and the first-ever professional All-Star Game played in Austin. https://www.austintexas.org/event/2025-mls-all-star-game/387025/
Hot Summer Nights, 7/24/25 – 7/26/25, Red River Cultural District, Each summer, 20 venues throughout the Red River Cultural District host four days of free live music, alongside local food and vendors. Local acts like Golden Dawn Arkestra, Emily Wolfe, Moving Panoramas, Ringo Deathstarr and more have taken over stages in past years to celebrate summer in the Live Music Capital of the World®. https://redriverculturaldistrict.org/hot-summer-nights/
The Drop -In, Thursday, July 24th, Long Center LawnOur free outdoor concert series! Every Thursday through August 14, we’ll provide the tunes and the view if you bring the energy. With 23 bands and plenty of opportunity to let loose, it’s time to shake off your blankets and lawn chairs, double-check you have all the Drop-In info you need, and prepare to vibe on our 3D-printed stage all summer long. RSVP for the free concert here.
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
We’ve got you covered with food trucks and a full bar at each event. No outside food or drink is allowed (with the exception of 1 sealed water bottle).
Coming Soon:
The Great Big Cool Off, Saturday | July 26 at 9 am – 12:30 pm. Meredith Heritage Tree Deck at Waterloo Park. Presented in Partnership with Red River Cultural District. Join us for a journey into the flow of water and the role it plays in Waterloo Park! The morning kicks off with a rhythmic yoga lesson, followed by immersive tours, music, partner demos, and cool treats under the shade trees! This event is part of the Red River Cultural District’s Hot Summer Nights programming.
Mozart’s Coffee Roasters Fundraiser, July 26. 12-6pm. Mozart’s will host a fundraiser in support of local first responders after flooding devastated parts of the Hill Country. Head to the lakeside coffee shop from 12-6 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 for donut boat rides, live music, face painting, balloon artists, barbecue, and sweet treats. All of the proceeds will support Texas Search and Rescue + the Texas State Troopers Disaster Response.
Tickets run $20-$250 for adults, though a limited number of free tickets are available. Concert tickets are separate and can be purchased here
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.
August 2025
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/
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!
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 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/
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/
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/
University of Texas Football Season – UT vs San Jose State -9/6/25 – 11/28/25. 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.
