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  • Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy

    Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.
    Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pm  
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    Butler Park

  • The Amazing Acro-Cats: Keep It Weird in Austin!

    The Acro-Cats tour supports Rock Cats Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Rock Cats Rescue is focused on saving cats "One Click at a Time" through cat welfare, rescue, and adoption. The Acro-Cats show promotes the importance of bonding and training cats with positive reinforcement, while also finding homes for rescued cats.
    Apr. 24-May 5  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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    ATX Paddle Dash

    Join in on Austin's newest tradition: a first-of-its-kind kayak race on Lady Bird Lake, followed by a social hour with food and drinks provided. All proceeds support Explore Austin and its mission of empowering youth through leadership, mentoring, and outdoor adventure.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 7am. $15-45.  
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    Rowing Dock

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    Uncommon Flea

    Uncommon Objects' big backyard is transformed into a dynamic marketplace for all things vintage, found and made. Come join the fun and feast on the bargains!
    Last Sundays, 10am-3pm  
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    Uncommon Objects

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    Winnie the Pooh

    Visit the magical Hundred Acre Wood in a new musical stage adaptation told with stunning life-sized puppetry. VIP ticket holders get free refreshments and a post-show meet and greet.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 3pm  
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    Paramount Theatre
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    Out of Town

    "Tangible/Nothing"

    In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.
    Through July 30, 2023  
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    Ruby City, San Antonio

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    "Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"

    This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.
    Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free.
    Texas State Library & Archives

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    ACL Festival Load-In Closures

    With the behemoth of a festival just around the corner, residents can expect road closures and verious lot closures around Zilker as the fest (Oct. 7-9 & 14-16) sets up and breaks down. In addition, the park will be closed for other uses beginning Sept. 26. The city has a handy map and schedule of all the details online for those who want to prepare.
    Sept. 19-Oct. 21  
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    Zilker Park and surrounding area

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    An Egg-cellent Reward for Blood Donors

    We Are Blood partners with beloved local burger joint P. Terry's to reward blood donors with vouchers for a free egg burger.
    Sept. 15-30
    We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives

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    Barton Creek Farmers Market

    A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.
    Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.  
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    4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)

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    Out of Town

    Bastrop Music Festival

    Check out new bands and enjoy some old favorites with free music flowing during the day and wristband-only shows in the clubs at night.
    Thu.-Sun., Sept. 22-25. $40-100.
    Bastrop

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    BBoy City XXVIII Unity Festival

    A full day of breaking crew battles, DJs, emcees, and street writers celebrating Austin hip-hop history, produced by Hope 4 Hip Hop and hosted by the Bomberos Brothers. A $30 advance weekend pass includes the prelims at Parish (501 Brushy) on Saturday, or get a day pass for the main event and finals at Waterloo Park on Sunday, 2-8pm.
    Sept. 24-25.  
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    Waterloo Park

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    Brackenridge Park Conservancy Parktoberfest

    Celebrate the Alamo City's German heritage with music, art, craft beer samples, and more.
    Sun., Sept. 25. Free.  
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    San Antonio

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    Brunch Bunch

    Enjoy kid-friendly entertainment like drag storytelling or balloon animals.
    Last Sundays, 10am-noon  
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    Jo's Coffee Red River

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    Buddy Block Walk With Blue Action Democrats

    Join in to walk with a voter registrar to gather registrations in apartment complexes.
    Weekends through Nov. 6. Sat., 10am-noon; Sun., 3-5pm  
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    4200 Avenue F

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    Out of Town

    Carter Creek Oktoberfest Celebration

    Seasonally inspired German- and Czech-inspired craft brews, Oktoberfest-themed food, festive games, and live music all weekend.
    Fri.-Sun., Sept. 23-25  
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    Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa, Johnson City

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    Kids

    Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt

    Join CP mascot pup Mischa on a hunt through parks, complete tasks at your own pace, and submit photos to win a prize. Look for scavenger hunt signs at eight locations around Cedar Park and get all the details online.
    Sept. 1-30  
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    Community Hours at Thinkery

    Thinkery provides admission by donation as part of its Open Door Initiative, created to give every child a chance to explore STEAM concepts and develop a lifelong love of learning, regardless of means.
    Sundays, 3-5pm; Tuesdays, 3-7pm  
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    Thinkery

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    Down to Earth: Foundations for Grappling

    This coed beginner-friendly grappling class taught by trans nonbinary instructor Lu Villarreal will improve mobility on the ground, affirm the basic grappling principles, and add new sequences to your martial arts toolbox.
    Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Through Oct. 9. $30 per class; $100 for series.  
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    Austin Women's Boxing Club

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    Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids

    Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.
    Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.  
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    607 W. St Johns #10

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    Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

    A family-friendly, kid-focused event on a beautifully shaded farmstead, with tons of activities beyond the pumpkin patch: live music, art, games, a hay maze, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, and so much more. A portion of proceeds will go to the Friends of the Pound House Foundation.
    Through Oct. 31, 10am-7pm (closed Tuesdays). $5 weekdays; $10 weekends.
    Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, 419 Founders Park Rd., Dripping Springs

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    Kids

    Drop In & Create

    The Contemporary brings out special art activities so the whole family can dig into the art, ideas, and materials seen in the exhibits.
    Sun., Oct. 16 & 23, 1-3pm  
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    The Contemporary Austin at the Jones Center

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    Dungeons & Dragons Night

    Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.
    Sundays, 6pm-close  
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    Pinballz Kingdom

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    Out of Town

    Farm Heritage Day

    Spend the afternoon celebrating farm life and skills with games, farm vendors, farm animals, and living history activities.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 2-5pm. Free.
    Waxahachie

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    Foxtoberfest Artisan Market

    Texas Artisan Markets brings over 50 artists and craftspeople with a wide selection of fine handmade goods to shop as you enjoy live music, food trucks, cold beer, and Oktoberfest games.
    Sat.-Sun., Sept. 24-25, noon-5pm. Free.  
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    12 Fox Beer Company

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    Free Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.
    Ongoing. Free.  
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    Online via Zoom

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    Out of Town

    Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit

    More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.
    Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023
    Houston

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    Grounded Yoga

    Enjoy an outdoor yoga class on the plaza with Swift Fit Events. Mats, towels, and water provided.
    Sundays, 10am. Free.
    Fareground

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    Harry's House Party

    Local shop carrying local makers' work Lina's and all-sized-women shop Girl Almighty celebrate Harry Styles (who may or may not be queer, which is a very queer way to exist) and his upcoming Austin residency with vendors, drinks, and tattoos.
    Sun., Sept. 25, noon-5pm
    Lina's, 2717 Perseverance Dr. #120

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    Halloween and Dia de los Muertos

    House of Torment

    The ultimate haunted house with three new themes featuring elaborate sets, iconic characters, towering animatronic monsters, and terrifying scenarios.
    Through Nov. 5. Open daily Oct. 12-31 and select weekend days otherwise  
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    House of Torment

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    NFL Sunday Watch Party

    Enjoy brunch from 10am to 3pm then $1 wings and $2 Tecates with NFL games on the big screens.
    Sundays, 10am-7pm
    Revelry on the Boulevard

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    Olivia Newton-John's B-Day Celebration

    Honoring the dearly departed superstar with music from Olivia & the Newton-Johns, featuring members of Moving Panoramas.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 7pm. Free.  
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    Kinda Tropical

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    Paws & Pours for AHS

    If you'll be out and about in October and you love animals, here's a chance to maximize your fun and support Austin Humane Society. Simply buy a passport and all month you'll get free glasses of wine, free flights, and other paw-some specials at more than two dozen spots, along with a beverage and koozie from Mighty Swell. Buy online or at a kickoff party at Hank's (5811 Berkman, Oct. 4, 4-6pm); Easy Tiger (1501 E. Seventh, Oct. 5, 5-7pm); or Jo's Coffee (1000 E. 41st, Oct. 7, 9-11am).
    Oct. 1-31. Passes available after Sept. 22. $40.  
    Purr-chase a Paws-port
    Multiple locations

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    Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout

    A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.
    Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28.  
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    Ballet Austin

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    Plano Balloon Festival

    One of the largest hot air balloon festivals in the state features exhibitions, food vendors, arts & crafts, and fireworks.
    Fri.-Sun., Sept. 23-25  
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    Plano

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    Platelet Donors Urgently Needed

    A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through Nov. 30  
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    We Are Blood donor centers

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    Halloween and Dia de los Muertos

    Pumpkin Nights

    Venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover the Forbidden City, a Pirate’s Cove, and more fantastical lands built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in the Village festival area.
    Sept. 22-Oct. 30. Mon., Wed. & Thu., 6-11pm; Fri.-Sun., 6-11:30pm. $14-26; kids under 3, free.  
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    Pioneer Farms

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    Out of Town

    San Antonio Tango Festival

    Learn the world's most romantic dance from world-class instructors, get plenty of practice, and strut your stuff at milongas in the evening.
    Fri.-Sun., Sept. 23-25. $20-325.  
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    San Antonio

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    South Austin Custom & Vintage Bicycle Show

    A showcase of vintage, custom-built, lowrider, and chopper-style bicycles, plus raffles, live music, and family-friendly fun.
    Sun., Sept. 25, noon-6pm. Free.  
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    Independence Brewing Company

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    Splash Dance! With Erica Nix

    Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.
    Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20.
    Austin Motel

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    Succulent Planting Workshop

    Join Cans That Succ for a fun class about repurposing cans as planters, and go home with your own cactus or succulent and tips to help it thrive.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 11am. $20.  
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    Vista Brewing

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    Out of Town

    Texas Arts & Crafts Fair

    More than 100 artists will showcase original art, photography, ceramics, woodworking, and other unique creations.
    Sat.-Sun., Sept. 24-25  
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    Ingram

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    Texas State Soccer

    Vs. ULM.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 1pm  
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    Bobcat Soccer Complex

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    Out of Town

    Texas Wendish festival

    Come learn about the Slavic people who came to Texas in 1854 and settled around Serbin, six miles southwest of Giddings.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 10am-5pm
    Giddings

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    Tree of the Year Awards

    TreeFolks and Austin Parks & Rec are resurrecting the awards after nearly a decade, and seek noms for favorite trees in five categories. They must be in the city or ETJ limits, publicly accessible, and not a previous winner, but other than that, all bets are off! So get familiar with your urban forest and take note of the best of the branches. See "Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s 'Tree of the Year' Winners," July 31, 2020, for a fun history lesson.
    Nominate through Sept. 30  
    nominate a tree

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    Venardos Circus

    Former Ringling Bros. ringmaster Kevin Venardos blends world-class animal-free circus acts with a Broadway musical-style format for this big-top show ideal for the whole family.
    Sept. 21-Oct. 2. Wed.-Fri., 7pm; Sat., 1, 4 & 7pm; Sun., 1 & 4pm  
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    Moontower Saloon

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    Sports

    Violet Crown Roller Derby Tryouts

    Join one or both open practices and tryouts if you're interested in playing the 2023 season.
    Sun., Sept. 25, 1:30pm; Fri., Sept. 30, 7pm
    Rock Sports Arena, 3918 Gattis School Rd, #102, Round Rock

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    Civic Events

    Volunteer With TCDP

    With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.
    Ongoing  
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    Various locations
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