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Film fest Czech That Film Texas promotes contemporary cinema from Czech filmmakers that “not only expose viewers to Czech culture, but also enlighten audiences, bring people together, and present inspired entertainment for all.” This Tuesday’s kickoff film comes from directors Jan Vejnar & Tomáš Pavlíček and netted both Best Director and Actress at the Czech Oscars. She Came at Night, also called Přišla v noci, digs into the heart-pounding horror of a mother-in-law overstaying her visit to a young thirtysomething couple – featuring Simona Peková as the titular “she,” a 60-year-old diva who takes over her daughter and son-in-law’s lives. The full festival lineup includes Brothers (April 16), We Have Never Been Modern (April 23), and Restore Point (April 30), all at the Violet Crown. – James Scott

Hosted by a man who, according to his website, is by all legal definitions a “comedian,” this showcase pushes comedy boundaries every first and third Tuesday. Yes, that’s right: You come to Exploraphoria and you’ll get experimental comedy – the kind of goofy galaxy-brained biz that’ll be like nothing you’ve seen before. Buss promises his curated collection of acts is a show “you can’t find anywhere else.” So if you’ve been snoozing through whatever the ol’ Comedy Mothership’s been oozing from its Sixth Street site, consider this an alarm clock waking you from your comedy coma. Beep, beep, babe. – James Scott

This Tuesday is Día de los Niños, or Childrens’ Day, and how better to celebrate the kiddos than by performing papercraft in the style of Frida Kahlo. The Mexican artist was known for depicting herself in surreal portraits surrounded by flora and fauna. While she struggled against societal and physical-health issues, Kahlo’s art has only grown in popularity since her passing at 47. Kids can on this special day learn more about her legacy through creation while guardians can delight in the many, MANY great materials on offer at your local library. – James Scott

From the feminine forehead of local drag artist the Trans Era sprouts a show for and featuring the trans femme goddesses of Austin’s queer scene. Taking up the wildcard spot this month at Fourth Street spot Rain, this show’s lineup is mythic: Moxie, Iggy Bank, Jenna Talia, Monica Monae Davenport, Ryan, Cambrian Explosion, Aeon Mavis York, and Amber Nicole Davenport. Eighteen- to 20-year-olds should keep a crisp $10 for the bar cover, but old-heads 21 and over must only pay $5 to pass into the goddesses’ domain. – James Scott

Normally, talking in a Drafthouse would result in the Black Knight trying to bite your legs off. But at this special quote-along you’re actively encouraged to join in with all the great one-liners from Monty Python’s deeply deranged retelling of the legend of Arthur, King of the Britons. So grab your shell steed and inflatable sword (both provided), and ponder aloud with friends how a five-ounce bird could possibly carry a one-pound coconut. – Richard Whittaker

Okay, sure: All the movies say dance to the beat of your own drum, but listen! Dancing to any beat is a little harder when you don’t fit in the gendered mold many traditional dance styles require. Thankfully, at least here in ATX, we’ve got workout warrior Erica Nix bringing a bit of genderfree fun to the Southern classic: square dancing. Bring comfy shoes, a positive attitude, and maybe a sweatband or two as Nix schools y’all on squeer dancing on the CUC patio. – James Scott

We live in a state where LGBTQ+ youth are under constant threat from a conservative government more concerned with queer kids than, I dunno, fixing our aging energy grid. In comes Queer Youth ATX, a direct-aid resource run by previous Chronicle op-ed contributor Garrett Chase, which is back after a little three-year break. Celebrate the resource’s return at this social featuring all the heavy-hitters of an Austin queer party: Local Queer ATX bringing the good vibes, the Little Gay Shop popping up with a pop-up, and Kind Clinic providing mobile HIV/STI testing.: – James Scott

Alejandra Almuelle has been responsible for some of the most compelling works of clay sculpture ever created in this city, many of them predicated on the human body and its potential as a record of experience. This latest exhibition of her artistry, a solo show at Women & Their Work, brings the human form front and center, clayborne with additions of graphite, beeswax, paper, resin, and gold and silver leaf. Adorned, embellished, emboldened, the flesh created from clay comes full circle, a cycle of memory and magic powered by beauty, the viewing of it an experience we recommend recording via your own wonder-hungry rods and cones. – Wayne Alan Brenner

Mamma mia: Did you know the game we call bingo originated in Italy? Descended from the Italian lotto game, bingo has been delighting young and old – okay, mostly old – since the 1500s. Enjoy boffo bingo from your friends at Bat City Bingo, who bring free “beano” to patios all over town, every Tuesday at North Loop bar & kitchen Double Trouble. Advisable drink pairings with your bingo card: for the sober, a hot choc, and for the spirited, an Aperol Spritz. Foodwise, I mean, a taco goes with everything – this writer suggests the vegan picadillo. – James Scott

Do you enjoy contemplating the deep questions that come with being human? Join conversations facilitated by Asenath Avinash based on Buddhist books from great teachers to explore these questions and meditate. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.

Top off your TuezGayz with this Diamond Dior Davenport-hosted drag show featuring top-notch performances.

Art! Oh, I love it. But sadly, when I open my pockets, moths fly out. Good news for me and all my broke friends: Every Tuesday, the Blanton opens its doors to all visitors free of charge. Why, unburdened by the weight of an empty wallet, Austinites can mull the strange world of contemporary womanhood in “Unbreakable: Feminist Visions from the Gilberto Cárdenas and Dolores Garcia Collection.” Or walk beneath the silver and mesh sculptures of Marie Watt’s “Sky Dances Light.” Or explore the past through its artistic pieces in “The Floating World: Masterpieces of Edo Japan.” Or enjoy any of the many, MANY other exhibitions available on this day: all for free. – James Scott