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.
Working Girl, The Paramount Theatre, Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Doors: 6:30pm, Film: 7:30pm
The Big Lebowski, The Paramount Theatre, Thursday, June 26, 2025, Doors: 6:30pm; Film: 7:30pm
Tremors- 35th Anniversary!, The Paramount Theatre, Friday, June 27, 2025. Doors: 8pm, Film: 9pm
Pointe Noire – Regional Premiere, The State Theatre, Saturday, June 28, 2025. Doors: 1pm, Film: 2pm. Q&A Post Film
BLAST.tv Austin Major, 6/19/25 – 6/22/25. W Marriott & Moody Center
This summer, the BLAST.tv Major, the biggest e-sports event of the season, takes over the world-class Moody Center in Austin! Get ready for non-stop action as 32 elite teams battle through intense stages and playoffs, all vying for the ultimate championship title. https://moodycenteratx.com/event/blast-tv-major-2025/
CONCACAF Gold Cup Matches, 6/19/25 – 6/20/25 & 6/24/25. Q2 Stadium.
Soccer fans, get ready for three CONCACAF Gold Cup matches to be held in Austin this June. Buy your tickets today and watch Saudi Arabia face off against the United States on June 19th, Guatemala vs. Panama on June 20th and Panama vs. Jamaica on June 24th. https://www.austintexas.org/event/concacaf-gold-cup-matches/387213/
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985), June 20-23 & 25-26, AFS Cinema. So I see you missed Pee-wee last week when he biked through the Paramount? Well, so did I. Good thing Austin Film Society screens this 40-year-old feature over and beyond this weekend. See on the big screen the breakfast machine, the Cabazon Dinosaurs, and Large Marge all hitting your funny bone just as hard as they did in 1985 when Paul Reubens took a chance on debut director Tim Burton. Go as a group, or ride solo – because you’re a loner. A rebel. https://www.austinfilm.org/afs-cinema/
Antone’s 50th Celebration: Take Me To The River All-Stars Memphis Soul Revue – Carla Thomas, Hi Rhythm & More, Friday, June 20, 2025
8:00pm (Doors: 7:00pm). 21 and up. Antone’s 50th Celebration: Take Me To The River All-Stars Memphis Soul Revue – Carla Thomas, Hi Rhythm Section, Jerome Chism, Boo Mitchell & Martin Shore.
A Super Ticket includes a commemorative keychain that grants you access to all anniversary shows, plus drink tickets, Cliffy Dogs, a 50th anniversary poster and exclusive merch. Get yours while supplies last. https://antonesnightclub.com/50th-anniversary/
TreeFolks 7th Annual Summer Solstice Party Hosted by TreeFolks Young Professionals, Friday, June 20, Hold Out Brewing & Better Half Coffee & Cocktails (1208 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78703)
Celebrate the longest day of the year with us — and help grow a greener Central Texas! Join us on Friday, June 20th from 6:00 PM to sundown (8:35 PM) for an unforgettable evening of nature, community, and fun.
Proceeds support TreeFolks’ mission to plant and care for trees in Central Texas, with a goal to raise $10,000 for tree planting.
Event Highlights:
Free Tarot Readings
Live Music
Tree ID Walks
Nature Petting Zoo
Tree-Themed Games: Tree Code Names, Acorn Pong, Leaf & Tree Memory Match
Mini Market featuring TreeFolks merch and handmade woodenware
Dancing Around the Maypole
Raffle for a nature-themed book generously donated by BookPeople
Craft a flower pot / seed packet with Austin Creative Reuse
LIMITED EDITION ALERT!
This year’s Summer Solstice t-shirts are here and they are. Designed exclusively for the event, they’re only available while supplies last — get yours at the TreeFolks Young Professionals table before they’re gone!
New This Year – Dungeons & Dragons!
We’re hosting a nature-themed Dungeons & Dragons campaign — a one-hour one-of-a-kind mini-adventure. Limited spots available. Reserve your spot here: http://bit.ly/4mRoQkq
Enjoy special event menus from Better Half and Hold Out Brewing — 100% of those sales benefit TreeFolks!
This event is FREE and open to everyone.
Parking Info: There is a parking lot behind Hold Out and Better Half, and limited street parking nearby. We strongly encourage carpooling or using rideshare to make things easier.
Waitress, Now through July 28, ZACH Theatre. Ever been to a musical and got a little peckish before intermission? Well, Waitress has a solution: Onstage seats in this ZACH360 production get served real slices of pie during the show. For everyone else, there’s still the heart-touching drama of this adaptation of the 2007 film of the same name, complete with the Tony- and Grammy-nominated score from Sara Bareilles. Leslie McDonel, who recently scored an Austin Theatre Critics Award nomination for breathing life into the story of Carole King in Zach’s 2024 production of Beautiful, steps into the role of Jenna, a waitress and baker in a town that may be too small for her big dreams https://www.zachtheater.org/
Music Under the Star: The Tiarras with Llamativa, June 20, 2025 7:00pm – 9:00pm Bullock Museum (1800 Congress Ave.) Music Under the Star (MUtS) returns to the Bullock Museum this summer with four nights of electrifying performances in the Capitol Mall Amphitheater. Experience this free outdoor summer concert series from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Friday in June.
Bring the whole family, camp chairs, and blankets to enjoy an incredible lineup of Texas artists. Food and drinks are available for purchase at all MUtS concerts.
Event parking is available in the Bullock Museum’s underground garage for $15. Parking is free for Members with a valid membership card.
Enjoy music from Llamativa, an all-female, eight-piece Chicana/Latina band followed by headliner The Tiarras, a musical group that weaves together rock, Latin, pop, soul, reggae, and blues.
H.M.S. Pinafore, June 13 – 22, McCallum Fine Arts Academy Theatre (5600 Sunshine). If you’ve got some idea that Gilbert & Sullivan are stodgy, or only for posh people, think again: Their Victorian-era comic operas are genuinely witty, and musical theatre fans will recognize the genre’s building blocks in their collaborations. (Specifically, W.S. Gilbert wrote the libretti, and Arthur Sullivan composed the music; see Mike Leigh’s most excellent Topsy-Turvy for the story of their long-running creative partnership.) For their summer production (in their 49th year!), Gilbert & Sullivan Austin takes on H.M.S. Pinafore; or, The Lass That Loved a Sailor. Even if you’ve no clue who G&S are, you’ll likely recognize “For He Is an Englishman” … and spend the rest of the day happily humming it, too.www.mactheatre.com
Balloon Museum, Opens June 21, various times, 2930 W. Anderson Lane. Up and away! This weekend, Balloon Museum is debuting a multi-sensory exhibit in North Austin. Called Let’s Fly—Art Has No Limits, the 65,000-square-foot exhibition will feature bold displays and luminous installations from 19 international artists centered around “flight, freedom, and lightness.” https://balloonmuseum.world/
“The Color Purple” 40th Anniversary Screening Saturday, June 21 & Sunday, June 22 7:30pm-9:00pm, Bullock Texas State History Museum (1800 Congress Ave). $15.00. Don’t miss the 40th anniversary screening of this American classic. Adapted from Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning story, The Color Purple spans 40 years in the life of Celie (Whoopi Goldberg), an African American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie’s abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing “Mister” Albert Johnson (Danny Glover), things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa.
Experience this award-winning film about life and love on a screen the size of Texas!
The City-Wide Vintage Sale, Sat Jun 21 – Sun Jun 22 8:30am to 5:00PM. $10 Palmer Events Center. is Austin’s largest and longest-running vintage market. Our one-of-a-kind events showcase 80-100+ vintage vendors from across Texas and beyond. Items range from mid-century modern furniture & décor, coveted collectibles, vintage clothing and the unique & unexpected. Our generations of attendees have been finding sought-after treasures for almost 5 decades! Admission is good all weekend! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/citywidevintagesale/1495230?
True Texas Tunes Concert Series at H-E-B SoCo – Kelley Mickwee, June 21, 2025 11:00 am – 1:00 pm SoCo H-E-B (2400 S. CONGRESS AVE. Austin, TX 78704) . 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. he June edition of True Texas Tunes features Kelley Mickwee, a Memphis-born, Austin-based singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting have made her a standout in the Texas music scene.
Admission is free.
First Day of Summer Fest-Metropolis Apartments, Saturday, June 21, 2:00pm – 10:00pm, Metropolis Apartments Located on South Pleasant Valley Road between Riverside & Oltorf. Hosted by Metropolis Apartments , Official Grand Opening of our NEW Entertainment & Activities Area . Celebrate with us at The Metropolis Apartments—a creative haven for artists and musicians in the heart of Austin! Nestled just 2.5 miles from downtown, The Met is a unique community offering affordable living and endless inspiration.
Beginning @ 2pm, our resident own DJ Berlin will kick off the jams, where there’s plenty of space for lounging round the new outdoor space with friends for fun games (like custom made cornhole). As we shift into evening, our patio bar will open and live music begins on the poolside main stage, co-hosted by our friends at HAAM (Health Alliance for Austin Musicians). Here’s our featured live music lineup:
6pm- The Broken View
7:30pm- The Reverent Few
9pm- Jane Leo
Free drinks thanks to our local Austin sponsors Goodnight Loving Vodka, Hi Sign Brewery, & Momo’s Michelada Mix! Food trucks, giveaways, property tours, & more!!
No pets or glass by the pool. Parking is free but extremely limited. Ride shares are highly encouraged.
https://www.metropolisapartmentsaustin.com
For more info about the Met, check out our website: www.metropolisapartmentsaustin.com
JAWS on the Water (Leander) June 21, 16107 Farm to Market Road 2769, Ste. D, Leander. What better way to honor the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s shark-infested classic than by viewing it at night on the water? Alamo Drafthouse presents this memorable screening at Volente Beach. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the screening begins after sunset. Watch out for fins! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jaws-on-the-water-621-tickets-1343080713569
Majestic Ball, June 21, 7 p.m., 713 Congress Ave. Celebrate Pride Month at Paramount Theatre with this spirited celebration. The Majestic Ball features otherworldly acts by drag diva Diamond Dior Davenport and special guest Kennedy Davenport from RuPaul’s Drag Race. Attendees are also invited to compete on stage and be scored on their attitudes, performances, runway walks, and more.
H-E-B Free Fourth Sunday @ Texas Science and Natural History Museum Sunday, June 22, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Texas Science and Natural History Museum (2400 Trinity Street). Enjoy FREE museum admission all day during H-E-B Free Fourth Sundays, held the fourth Sunday of every month. Explore the story of life in the natural world in Texas from the formation of our planet, through the age of the dinosaurs, into our current environment. See fascinating fossils and examples of Texas wildlife, touch real meteorites, and walk beneath the 33-foot wingspan of a pterosaur and tyrannosaur!
Neill-Cochran House Museum Juneteenth Celebration, Sunday, June 22, 2025. 12:00 PM 4:00 PM. The Neill-Cochran House Museum invites you to celebrate Juneteenth at a place that brings Austin history to life. Join us for a day of reflection, celebration, and community as we commemorate emancipation and the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom and the ongoing journey towards equality.
Event Schedule (12:00pm – 4:00pm)
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12:00 – 2:30 – Guided tours of the Slave Quarters
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12:30 – 2:30 – Barbecue Lunch from Distant Relatives (until we run out!)
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2:30 – 3:00 – Words of Welcome by Fidencio Duran and Joi Chevalier (Austin – Travis Co. Food Policy Board)
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3:00 – 4:00 – Gospel Music Performance by Christopher D. Spivey & Co.
Stop by anytime 12:00pm – 4:00pm to join the day’s activities.
Join a guided tour of Austin’s last intact slave dwelling. Meet the Buffalo Soldiers and learn about their contributions to American history. See the Rhea Rose (Phoenix Art Studio) art pop-up and the temporary exhibition, The Floating World by Daryl Howard, on display inside the Museum. View Fidencio Duran’s interior mural, Give Us This Day, recently installed at the Museum.
Enjoy free barbecue lunch from James Beard award nominated Damien Brockway (while it lasts). Join a family- friendly craft activity making fans. Then finish the day with a glorious gospel performance by Christopher D. Spivey & Co.
This event is free and open to the public, and includes lunch and refreshments. Attendees can enter to win a paddle board gift basket from Tequila 512 valued at $1250!
Austin Witches Market, Sun., June 22. Radio/East. It’s time to check your pantry stock of healing herbs and poignant powders! From salves and tinctures ready to aid your ails, to artworks and artisan home goods created to sprinkle spiritual inspiration across your every day, to spiritual readers of all kinds of techniques and practices, at the Austin Witches Market you’ll find what you’re looking for. Whatever your rites and rituals require, their knowledgeable peddlers are prepared to spruce your altar and give guidance.https://www.austinchronicle.com/events/community/events/austin-witches-market-3274719/
Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park, June 22 | Brass Ensemble
Long Center Lawn. Come beat the heat with your Austin Symphony Orchestra (ASO) as they begin their annual Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park in the spring! All ages, including pets, enjoy relaxing Sunday evenings with different musical ensembles presented by the ASO.
In its 23rd season, these FREE ensemble concerts take place at the Hartman Concert Lawn on Sunday evenings. Thanks to a generous gift from the Hartman Family Foundation, these informal concerts for the Austin community continue to be funded each season, allowing Austinites to become acquainted or reacquainted with the classical music experience. Performing music ranging from jazz and light classical to pops selections and film scores, concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket to make it a group outing.
Hartman Concert Lawn at the Long Center: 701 W. Riverside Drive
Tickets are not required. We recommend bringing a lawn chair, blanket, insect repellent, and beverages to stay hydrated.
2025 CONCERT SCHEDULE:
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June 29 | Brass Ensemble
Parking is available in the Palmer Events Center Garage for $10. https://my.austinsymphony.org/hartmanconcerts
CHANEL: ONE NIGHT ONLY, June 24, 2025 7:30 pm The Topfer at Zach Theatre, 202 South Lamar On June 24, international superstar CHANEL returns to the Zach Theater stage for one night only, singing showstoppers from her tour with The Rolling Stones and her time leading Tina: The Tina Turner Musical on the West End.
After rising to fame as lead singer of gospel girl group Trin-i-tee 5:7, CHANEL joined the Zach Theater family in 2017 in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, but you might know her best for wowing audiences as the Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol. Following a viral performance with The Rolling Stones in Milan, Italy, she joined the legendary band’s tour as a lead vocalist. Now, she’s back to blow the roof off The Topfer with her spectacular voice once again. https://www.zachtheater.org/tickets/pdps/chanel-one-night-only/
Austin Asian American Film Festival, 6/25/25 – 6/29/25. AFS Cinema
The Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) celebrated feature filmmakers’ unique voices and create a forum where viewers can come together to experience the wide array of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) perspectives.
The Drop -In, Thursday, June 19th, 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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Access to the Member Lounge to watch the show with free popcorn and first-come-first-served seating
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Members-only bar, weekly drink specials. and other surprises
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Make sure to stay tuned to Long Center socials every Friday to learn which artist is performing next.
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).
Summer of Friendship Festival at Laguna Gloria, June 26, 2025 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Laguna Gloria (3809 West 35th Street). The Contemporary Austin is hosting its Summer of Friendship Festival on Thursday, June 26, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Laguna Gloria. This all-ages celebration invites the community to enjoy a lively evening of honky-tonk line dancing, immersive karaoke, and art-making under the stars. Guests can learn two-step moves from Double or Nothing Two-Step, followed by a high-energy karaoke session led by BIG BAD Karaoke in the outdoor amphitheater. Inspired by summer camp nostalgia, the event also features hands-on art activities and bites from local food vendors Zee’s Wiener System and Shishman Grill. General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students, seniors, and educators, and free for members, military personnel (with ID), and guests under 18. https://thecontemporaryaustin.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/summer-of-friendship
Blanton Museum of Art Hosts B Scene: Into the Groove, June 27, 2025 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Blanton Museum of Art (200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd).
The Blanton’s summer B Scene party goes full ‘80s with live music, retro art-making, arcade games and a themed pop-up print show. Expect performances by Urban Heat and Kathleen Turner Overdrive, screen printing with Allison Lash, a nostalgic scavenger hunt with prizes from Waterloo Records and more. Neon, metallic and ’80s attire encouraged. $0 – $30 https://blantonmuseum.org/programs/b-scene/
Stella San Jac’s Last Bash, June 27, 2025 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Stella San Jac (310 E 5th St). After years of serving Southern comfort with a bold twist, Stella San Jac is hosting one final celebration — and you’re invited. Join Stella San Jac on Friday, June 27 for a night of good food, great music, and unforgettable memories.
The evening kicks off at 5 PM (reservations recommended). Savor passed hors d’oeuvres and build your perfect plate at their signature Bourbon & Biscuits Bar. They will be setting the tone with live music from 6 PM to 9 PM, while their full dinner menu will be available for those craving their favorite Stella dishes one last time.
As a thank you for celebrating, guests will receive a voucher to enjoy at Skipjack Oyster, opening soon.
Let’s toast to the good times and a bright new beginning. Stella San Jac can’t wait to celebrate their final bow with you!
Coming Soon:
Pease Park’s 4th Annual Pride Picnic, June 28, 2025 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park (1100 Kingsbury Street) In celebration of Pride Month, Pease Park Conservancy has partnered with Future Front Texas and several community organizations to present its fourth-annual Pride Picnic. Gather on June 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a day of abundant sunshine and community vibes at Austin’s first and oldest public park.
Dust off your picnic blanket, pretend it’s summer camp, and bask in the morning sun. This free and family-friendly picnic will take place at Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park, 1100 Kingsbury St. Visitors can expect a variety of outdoor workshops and the opportunity to support over 30 pop-up shops featuring local LGBTQ+ artists, makers, designers, and independent creatives. Everyone will be able to participate in all-ages crafts, like summer camp keychains and clay-making, enjoy a refreshing drink or delicious food from the variety of food trucks, and listen to the DJ sets of Queer Vinyl Co.
https://peasepark.org/pride-picnic
Free admission
Austin African American Book Festival, 6/29/25. George Washington Carver Museum. This free literary event showcases new works by and about African Americans. Notable speakers and authors will discuss their works and facilitate conversations.
July 2025
July 4th -Free Admission @ LBJ Presidential Library, Friday, July 4th. 2313 Red River St.
Star Spangled Fest, July 4th starts at 4pm. Vic Mathias Shores.
H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks, We’re celebrating 47 years of fireworks lighting up Austin’s sky! Spend this Independence Day decked out in red, white and blue for the Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th Concert and Fireworks presented by H-E-B.
The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music culminating in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake. https://www.starspangledfest.com/july-4
Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic, 7/4/25, Germania Insurance Amphitheater. Willie Nelson’s annual 4th of July Picnic is returning to Austin in 2025. Since 1972, Nelson has hosted this beloved event, which features an incredible music lineup, local food vendors and a fantastic fireworks display at the end of the night. http://germaniaamp.com/events/willie-nelsons-4th-of-july-picnic-and-fireworks
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration, July 4, Hill Country Galleria. Shopping, music, barbecue, fireworks and fun for the whole family, including the dogs.
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!
Bob Bullock Birthday Bash, July 13, 2025 10:00am – 5:00pm. Bob Bullock Texas History Museum. Join us for a birthday party to celebrate the Museum’s namesake, Bob Bullock, with crafts, games, and FREE exhibit admission. Enjoy crafts, games, and activities as we pay homage to the influential Lieutenant Governor of Texas, Bob Bullock, who championed the Museum as a gift to all Texans and visitors to our state. Explore the Story of Texas through three floors of exhibitions that showcase and tell the history of artifacts from around the state. Activities are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Get a balloon twisted in the shape of a favorite object or character and stop by the face painting station.
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Pick up a free cup of vanilla custard, Bob’s favorite treat (while supplies last).
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Enjoy a storytime of Bob Bullock’s favorite children’s book, The Little Red Hen, followed by a craft.
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Explore game stations in the Museum lobby.
Bob Bullock Birthday Bash is made possible by the generosity of Carolene English.
Vanilla Custard provided through the generosity of Shake Shack.
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
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/
August 2025
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, 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/
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/
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
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/
