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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 16-19Palmer Events Center -
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Laundry & Bourbon with Lonestar
Laundry and Bourbon with Lonestar, two companion one act plays set in backyards of a small Texas town. Three ladies come together to talk about their life's ups and downs. Lonestar follows the life of three small town boys and the events that have shaped them. Both shows give us highs & lows with humor spread around, for good measure.Apr. 19-May 5Navasota Theatre Alliance
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Latino Comedy Project: Barrio Daze
The LCP's recent run of Gentrifucked was as timely, relevant, and provocative as the troupe's productions have always been – and pretty damn funny, too. And this Barrio Daze is just as laced with dark humor, but even more concentrated and powerful – partly because it's performed by just one man: LCP head honcho Adrian Villegas, whose array of characters and the level of craft with which he portrays them could leave you breathless. Barrio Daze, a kaleidoscopic glimpse into diverse aspects of Mexican-American identity, is something of a reprise of its own earlier incarnation – but newly revamped to reflect a variety of *fnord* current events. We recommend it highly. And if you hold (or you're thinking of running for) public office anywhere in Tejas, we reckon it should be required viewing.Through Dec. 16. Thu.-Sat., 8pm. $12-15. -
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Texas Stars
Vs. Bakersfield: Fri., Dec. 8, 7:30pm. Vs. Ontario:Sat., Dec. 9, 7pm; Wed., Dec. 13, 7:30pm. $13-58. -
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Wildflower Center: Luminations
Winter is coming … and the Wildflower Center's even more beautiful because of it, as you stroll along the night-time paths and gardens with thousands of luminarias and other beautiful light displays among the landscaped flora, as you enjoy live music, maple taffy, and steaming cups of hot chocolate in the courtyard and the stars shine all big and bright in the vault, the vault, the vault of heaven. What a lovely escape from the urban grind!Dec. 7-10. Thu.-Sun., 6-9pm. $15 (free, ages four and younger). -
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Yard Dog: Odd Pottery
Odd, they say? Well, yes. Odd, a bit eerie, and totally gorgeous, to be sure, as this excellent SoCo venue presents a collection of new work by Waxahachie potter Carl Block.Through Dec. 31 -
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Altercation Records' Frost Giant Ball w/ Starving Wolves, Lions of Tsavo, Lung Letters, Sabbath Crow
Indie label mashes mostly local punk & metal.Sat., Dec. 9, 9pm -
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Art.Science.Gallery.: Trading Card Show
If you like art inspired by science, you'll love this. If you like trading cards, you'll love this. If you like both of those things at once, you may be overwhelmed with joy at this fifth annual fundraising event featuring hundreds of original, affordable, miniature works of science-celebrating art by artists from all over the country. That's right, 2.5-by-3.5-inch works of art, already framed for your convenience, waiting for a home on your wall or – hey, it's that time of year – the wall of a lucky friend or friends.Through Dec. 24 -
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Black Fret Ball
Find out which local musicians will receive the coveted Black Fret grants with $500K being awarded to date. Nominees include Akina Adderley, Black Pistol Fire, Croy & the Boys, Los Coast, Whiskey Shivers, and many more. Expect performances from many of the nominees. Open to members only, so hop on that website and become one!Sat., Dec. 9, 6pm -
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Cherrywood Art Fair
Creative weekend fun for everyone? We reckon so, what with more than 88 artists and artisans, live music, dance performances, a photo booth, food vendors, and an area dedicated to interactive family activities.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 9-10, 10am-5pm. Free. -
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Guzu Gallery: They’re Coming To Get You
It's a holiday horror art show here at Guzu in the Center of Austin Fandom, featuring new renditions of the iconic heroes and villains of the grisly genre. By whom, precisely? By some of the best illustrators around: Chet Phillips, Billy Perkins, Katherine Kuehne, the incredible brotherly duo of Half-Human, Tessa Morrison, and more.Through Jan. 1 -
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Houston SaberCats vs. Austin Blacks
Major League Rugby's Houston SaberCats visit Burr Field to play the Austin Blacks. Food and drink available for purchase.Sat., Dec. 9, 2pm. $5. -
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ICOSA: Tiger Strikes Austin
Here's a nation-spanning collaboration between artist-run spaces in Austin and Los Angeles, featuring a panoply of treasures created by L.A.-based artists from Tiger Strikes Asteroid and Monte Vista Projects. Creation and solidarity, beauty in making and strength in numbers: You'll find them here.Through Jan. 6702 Shady #190 -
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Special Screenings
Little Women (1994)
Afternoon Tea: Louisa May Alcott's March sisters remain resonant in a new season. Special menu available.Sat., Dec. 9, 4pm -
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Pocatello
Samuel D. Hunter – you know, the brilliant fellow who wrote The Whale and Bright New Boise – scripted this new ensemble piece about a last-ditch attempt to stave off the inevitable at Eddie’s failing Italian restaurant in the equally failing town of Pocatello. It's one hell of a Famiglia Week, alright, and this poignantly funny unraveling is directed by Benjamin Wallace Summers for Street Corner Arts.Through Dec. 16. Thu.-Sat., 8pm. $15-22. -
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Sango, Monte Booker, Duckworth, Swell, Nam
Sango’s newest album title is an unfinished sentence he invites you to complete. In the Comfort Of otherwise blends R&B, hip-hop, baile funk, and trap as he has for pop stars like Tinashe. As such, Seattle’s Kai Wright hawks this year’s De Mim Pra Voce, an EP leaning heavily on Northern Brazil.Sat., Dec. 9, 8:45pm -
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Tammie Brown! Rebecca Havemeyer! Garold & Maudes! A Fundraiser!
Iron Bear's (and Austin's) beloved bartender Garold Bates is battling prostate cancer and the Bear and Co. are throwing one helluva party to raise money for his treatment. Rebecca Havemeyer hosts guests from L.A. and New Orleans, plus Nakia sings and Mouthfeel DJs and Louisianna drags. Come out and raise some Benjamins for Bates.Sat., Dec. 9, 9pm -
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The Last Lezzdance Ever
After a long and well-loved run, LezzDance is saying goodbye and good night to Austin's queer women's scene. Join them for one last epic dance. They will be missed.Sat., Dec. 9, 7-10pm -
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The Yawpers, Scott H. Biram
Equally adept in biblical pathos and drive-in exploitation, Denver’s Yawpers dig in on high concept with their Tommy Stinson-produced third LP, Boy in a Well. Set in France circa World War I, the trio’s multi-fangled Franco-Americana gets illustrated with a comic book by Legendary Shack Shaker J.D. Wilkes. Local Bloodshot labelmate Scott H. Biram adds fire and brimstone from his latest, The Bad Testament.Sat., Dec. 9, 9pm -
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Tinplate Trackers Train Club
Come watch the choo-choos in this holiday display and inspire the next generation to keep this historic hobby alive and well. You might even be allowed to sit behind the controls if you're kind enough to the tip jar.Wed.-Sun., through Dec. 31 (except holidays), noon-5pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Trail of Lights
You'll come for the amazing light displays (2 million lights along the 2.1 mile stroll through Zilker Park), but stay for the food trucks, live entertainment, and interactive activities. A tradition since 1965.Every day through Sat., Dec. 23, 7-10pm. Free. -
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Wanda Jackson
One of two Austin appearances for the pride of Maud, Okla., the other being her opening turn for Ronnie Spector’s Christmas show at the Paramount Monday. Recently turned 80, Jackson continues wailing and growling through vintage rockabilly standards like “Fujiyama Mama” and country à la “Right or Wrong” with no loss of vocal range or power. Still the female Elvis.Sat., Dec. 9, 8pm -
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Winter Wonderland
A new Austin holiday tradition. Millions of lights will illuminate the Circuit of the Americas track with a little bit of something for everyone: a skating rink, petting zoo, human snow globe, movies on the lawn, a tunnel of lights in addition to the Circuit of Lights track walk, a vendor village, and more.Every day through Dec. 30, 6-10pm (Fridays and Saturdays, 6-11pm). $16 (children 5 and under free).
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Special Screenings
"Jerusalem" (2014)
Renowned archaeologist Dr. Jodi Mangess takes you to the holiest sites.Sat., Dec. 9, 3pm, 4pm -
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12 Days of Blissmas
Features a dozen events, promotions, and giveaways centered around relaxing rituals, spa-inspired gifts, and calming crafts. See website for schedule.Dec. 8-19. Price varies.Four Seasons Hotel Austin -
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Classical Music
A Charlie Brown Christmas
This live concert from the Austin Chamber Music Center showcases all your favorite Vince Guaraldi tunes from the holiday classic, featuring Michelle Schumann on piano, Utah Hamrick on bass, David Sierra on drums, and special guests.Sat., Dec. 9, 3:30 & 7:30pm. $22-37. -
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A Karaoke Christmas Carol
You, citizen! Time to break free of Marley's chains! Come and create a new tradition of drunken revels by playing with those Rude Mechs and a roomful of your soon-to-be best friends to create a fully produced version of Dickens' holiday classic like it's never been done before. The audience will perform all the parts and sing all the songs. Bonus: Can you and your favorite photo app beat the Rock-Solid Fruitcake Challenge?Dec. 8-10; Dec. 22-23. Fri.-Sun., 8pm. $25.Ground Floor Theatre, 979 Springdale #122.
