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  • Affordable Art Fair Austin

    Affordable Art Fair Austin will launch in May 2024, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, their spectacular first edition is set to be unmissable!
    May 16-19  
    Palmer Events Center
  • Kadampa Meditation Center Austin

    This evening talk offers a special visit with renowned Buddhist teacher and NKT-IKBU Deputy Spiritual Director Gen-la Kelsang Jampa. Gen-la will share Buddhist advice on developing our love as a way to protect our self from suffering and learn to become truly happy. Our life then becomes immensely meaningful in benefiting others with our mind of unconditional love.
    Fri. May 3, 7pm-8:30pm  
    Vuka North
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  • Arts

    Theatre

    Annie Jump and the Library of Heaven

    Acclaimed playwright Reina Hardy returns to the Vortex with her first National New Play Network rolling world premiere, bringing her magic and humor to this coming-of-age adventure for everyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and dreamed. "This remarkable play engages young adults and audiences of all ages, bringing science and imagination into the theatre." Directed by Marcus McQuirter and Rudy Ramirez, and starring Jeremy Rashad Brown, Oktavea LaToi, Dane Parker, Christina Blake, and Eva McQuade.
    Through July 3. Fri.-Sun., 8pm. $10 and up.  
  • Community

    Sports

    Austin Gilgronis Watch Party

    Come out to watch the AGs beat the Seattle Seawolves, play some cornhole and AG Bingo, and get discounted beer thanks to official craft beer sponsor, Karbach.
    Sun., June 20, 7pm  
    The Pub, 214 W. Fourth
  • Food

    Food Events

    Austin Greek Festival

    Opa! A mouthwatering array of delicious Greek food – including lamb, spanakopita, gyros, souvlaki, baklava, and more – will fuel the hours of dancing and fun to be enjoyed at this annual weekend event. Greek dance performances and lessons, kid-friendly activities, shopping for souvenirs at the agora market, and more will make you think you just missed the bus for Vouliagmeni and are spending three of the Best Days Ever at some big party in Plaka.
    June 18-20. Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., noon-8pm  
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    Kids

    Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story

    Austin's Glass Half Full Theatre presents its award-winning “story within a story” using puppetry, performed in Spanish and English. Featuring Madison Palomo as Belinda, who – when she confronts her stepmother and stepsisters – learns to embrace her love of poetry and stand up for herself. This captivating bilingual Cinderella story is recommended for ages five and older.
    Available online through June 30. $10.  
  • Arts

    Visual Arts

    Cloud Tree Studios: Black Art WKND

    Listen: Futur Noir introduces the world to a wave of new Black creators who will disrupt and reconstruct a new future in the art world, as previewed by a group of young creatives over the course of Juneteenth weekend, with an epicenter at this Eastside gallery. This is a multivenue event hosting two full days of original art, presented by Tobar Takeover and _OF COLOR, with musical performances, vendors, lectures, live painting, and more. Featuring works by Sam Barks, Dave McClinton, Sadé Lawson, Steve Hatchett, Rex Sterling Hamilton, Hailey Gearo, and more – and live music from Nahmido,⁠ ChiClopz⁠, Blakchyl, Yanna, and Eli Arbor. And did we mention ... brunch? See website for details.
    Sat.-Sun., June 19-20, noon-5pm. $15.  
  • Community

    Events

    Father's Day at Pioneer Farms

    Two special blacksmithing classes will be offered, teaching Dad how to make a bottle opener from a railroad spike (Sat.) or a fork and spoon set (Sun.); enjoy a special chuckwagon-style lunch in the Town Square Sunday; and Dad's first beer is free both days, thanks to sponsor New Belgium Brewing Co.
    Sat.-Sun., June 19-20  
  • Community

    Events

    Frida Friday ATX

    Featuring two days of amazing art, vintage, handmade, and carefully curated goods, with tunes by DJs Boyfriend and Kick It (Saturday) and Chorizo Funk and Eriq Stylez (Sunday).
    Sat.-Sun., June 19-20, noon-4pm. Free.  
  • Community

    Sports

    Round Rock Express

    Vs. Oklahoma City. Dogs welcome on Thursday, dress up as a superhero for Comic Con Night on Friday, and Sunday is kids' day, with train rides and a postgame chance to run the bases. See schedule for details and more events.
    June 17-22. Thu.-Sat. & Mon.-Tue, 7:05pm; Sun., 6:05pm  
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    Events

    Sol River Jamboree

    A gathering with three days of inspiring music, refreshing river fun, handcrafted and homemade vendors, live art, workshops, fire performers, drum circles, camping, fishing ponds, and all the beautiful magic of community love and connection your beating heart desires.
    Fri.-Sun., June 18-20. $25-321.  
  • Arts

    Visual Arts

    West Chelsea Contemporary: Icons & Vandals

    It's the swanky venue's "most monumental" show yet, featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ai WeiWei, Roy Lichtenstein, and a slew of other creative provocateurs who have subverted the contemporary art world throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Bonus: The closing reception features an artist talk with "The First lady of Graffiti," Lady Pink.
    Closing reception: Sun., July 11, 3-5pm
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    Theatre

    A Portrait of My Mother

    An artist remembers their mother, spinning a modern Mexican Cinderella tale as we follow the trials and tribulations of one woman's journey into motherhood – from her humble beginnings in the town of Laredo, Texas, to her journey to Chicago, and everything between. Written and performed by Carlo Lorenzo Garcia, directed by David R. Jarrott. Note: Now available for viewing on Vimeo.
    Through July 31. $5.  
  • Music

    Andrea Magee Band

    Sun., June 20, 12:30pm
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  • Arts

    Visual Arts

    ArtUs Co. Gallery: Kent Burress

    Kent Burress uses oils to capture the big skies and broad vistas of Texas in a style that often pushes the boundaries between representational and abstract art.
    Closing reception: Sat, July 24, 5:30-6:30pm
    10000 Research #118
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    ATX Television Festival

    Programming includes daily VOD releases, virtual party rooms and chats, special events, and panels. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Degrassi: TNG and The Amazing Race, look back at Oz, check out panels on TV industry topics, play trivia, and lots more.
    June 11-20. Badge, $150; day pass, $25; single ticket, $12.  
    Online
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Austin Asian American Film Festival

    The best new Asian and Asian American films, from narrative to documentaries, features, and shorts, this year presented as a hybrid event with virtual access and drive-in screenings. For the final weekend, get a 50% off pass for all the remaining virtual screenings.
    June 4-20  
    Online and at various locations
  • Community

    Events

    Austin Flea

    The Austin Flea features all local handmade items and vintage wares from some of Austin's most amazing and talented vendors. Find one-of-a-kind gifts for any occasion including jewelry, bath and body products, vintage, original artwork, paper goods, textiles, and so much more.
    Third Sundays, 10am-4pm. Free.  
  • Community

    Kids

    Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

    For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.
    June 1-Aug.7. Free.  
    Virtual
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Autonomies (2021)

    Austin Jewish Film Festival provides access to this limited dystopian thriller series.
    Through July 4  
    Online: www.austinjff.org
  • Community

    Events

    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.  
    4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Batman (1989)

    Paramount Summer Classic Film Series
    Sun., June 20, 4:15pm  
  • Qmmunity

    Nightlife & Parties

    Bear Beer Bust

    Iron Bear's beer bust brings all the boys to the bar. Specials on select pints and pitchers.
    Sundays, 2-9pm  
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    Nightlife & Parties

    Big DAMN Brunch Presents: Miss Little America Pageant

    A boozy afternoon replete with brunch and drag babes.
    Sun., June 20, 2:30pm  
  • Arts

    Visual Arts

    Big Medium: Austin Studio Tour

    No, it's not happening right now, citizen, but it's preparing to return this November. Big Medium's humongous socioartistic success of an annual event – the free, self-guided art adventure through dozens upon dozens of local studios and galleries, enhanced by live demos and performances – will now combine the West Austin Studio Tour and East Austin Studio Tour to provide opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect and for the public to experience art safely both in person and virtually. Note: The tour boundaries have been extended to include all 10 districts of Austin for in-person participants, plus a 15-mile radius from the Capitol for virtual participants. And if you're an artist who wants to be part of this action: Applications are being accepted through July 19.
    Apply through July 19  
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  • Arts

    Dance

    Chaddick Dance Theater: Side Effects of Uncertainty

    This past fall Chaddick Dance Theater created a site-specific work that was filmed at First Street Studio in April of 2021. The performance, now available for viewing, is Side Effects of Uncertaintya three-part dance series that roams through the emotions and psychological effects the company endured during the global pandemic. Featuring CDT dancers Kat Harber, Katie Mae Hebert, Cameron Oefinger, and Christine Wong, with choreography by Cheryl Chaddick, video by Maria Forsythe, and lighting by Sam Chesney. See website for details.
    Donations accepted.  

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