A Thirtysomething Stoner’s Perfect Austin Weekend
Free parking, coffee shops, and early nights
Ben Kweller, Antone’s Allstars, Tomar & the FCs, and More to Play the 44th Annual Austin Music Awards
Get ready to party March 1 at Antone’s
Looking Up: Artist Angélique Ferrão Comes Face-to-Face With Black Austin Figures
Meet 10 influential locals in vibrant portrait series “Vis-à-Vis”
Steven Spielberg to Speak at SXSW
Legendary filmmaker added ahead of release of Disclosure Day
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News
UT Head of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Speaks Out
Lisa Moore defends the value of ethnic and gender studies
The Week’s Biggest News in Brief
Over 100,000 private school voucher applications submitted, TEA releases AISD from state oversight, and more of the week’s headlines
The State Board of Education, and Why It Matters
Stepping down after a four-year term, Austin’s rep offers perspective
I-35 Expansion Threatens Austin’s Only Food Forest
Volunteers are saving as many plants as possible before pipe relocation begins
Newsletters
Music
Lukas Nelson, St. Vincent, Booker T. Jones, and More Headed to Luck Reunion 2026
Willie Nelson’s Western festival returns with diverse lineup on Thursday, March 19
BRUCE, Team Trust, Égaux Sells, and Free Hamze to Play the Chronicle’s Hair of the 3-Legged Dog Party
Free annual unofficial SXSW day party takes over Hotel Vegas on Friday, March 13
Arts + Culture
Don’t Get Too Deep With Urinetown
Skillful production requires mental release
Saddle Up for Lunar New Year 2026
Don’t hold your horses for these hot happenings around Austin
Acclaimed Author Bret Anthony Johnston Flips the Page
Encounters With Unexpected Animals collects surprising Texan tales
Screens
How to Make a Killing Review: Greedy for Revenge
Glen Powell takes on the soul-curdling influence of money in this comedic kin to Kind Hearts and Coronets
Everybody Loves Raymond, Including ATX TV Festival
30th anniversary panel added, plus Jesse Plemons and more tapped for Friday Night Lights reunion
Cold Storage Review: Horror Comedy Moves Too Quick to Get Moldy
Joe Keery takes on a killer fungus in this light but fun creature flick
Pillion Review: Holding on Tight
Queer biker drama looks for the romance in BDSM
Food
Fish Shop Finds Its Anchor
East Sixth seafood concept wins with quality hospitality and fresh fish
Flix Brewhouse Takes Over Four Alamo Drafthouse Locations
It’s goodbye Drafthouse, hello Brewhouse in El Paso, Houston, and Lubbock
Big Top Candy Shop Comes to Hyde Park
Brandon Hodge opens a second location of his beloved South Congress staple Jan. 31
ColumnS
Qmmunity: Magic 8 Ball Moment
Updates on local open applications of queer interest and a request for unofficial LGBTQ South By events
Austin FC Keeping Expectations in Check as New Season Begins
Season kicks off Saturday at Q2 Stadium
Day Trips: Texas Historical Markers
Historical markers are Texas stop signs
Qmmunity: Valentine’s Weekend Update
Valentine’s events are happening; OutYouth names a new executive director; and an important question is asked
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