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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 5Long Center for the Performing Arts -
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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-2pmButler Park
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Round Rock Express
Grab a hot dog and cheer on the home team for the last games of the season.Vs. Memphis: Tue.-Thu., Aug. 28-30, 7:05pm. $7-16. -
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Tiny House & Simple Living Jamboree
Meet other tiny home enthusiasts while attending panels & sessions and exhibitor booths. There's also a DIY Village featuring mobile living structures that were built by hand, a kids' zone, and plenty of food & drink.Thu.-Sun., Aug. 23-26. $25-45. -
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Die Felicia Presents Horror Classics
Horror, drag, and more, my my. From Austin's most glamorous ghouls. This month they're taking you back to 1980 and Crystal Lake for a Friday the 13th slash joined by Hell Hound Moana Lisa!Sun., Aug. 26, 8:30-11:30pm. Free. -
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Fall Home & Garden Show
Whether you're looking to remodel your house or merely gawk at the work of pros, this gathering of experts and vendors has the goods.Not set yet -
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POP Cats
POP Cats is a two-day convention at Palmer Events Center that celebrates all things feline in a cat-happy atmosphere of creative art and pop culture, with iAmMoShow the Cat Rapper, Tumblr's Meme Librarian Amanda Brennan, Cattoo artist Betty Rose, and more. Vendor booths! Adoptable felines! Also, information-rich reps from Austin Humane Society, Emancipet, Street Cat Rescue, and more. Oh, give the website a peep, and know this is sure to be a purrrrrr-rrrrrrrrr-rrrrrrfect weekend.Aug. 25-26. Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. $10-32.
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18th Annual Grape Stomp
Stompin on those grapes is free, but you can purchase a T-shirt with your own juicy footprint on it. There will also be lots of vendors and live music.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 18-19 & 25-26. Free.Texas Hills Vineyard, 878 Ranch Road 2766, Johnson City -
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2018 gAyTX Sports Fair
A gaggle of gay sports teams are about to descend on OCH and it's gonna be hotter than a wet towel in steam room. A sweet way to learn about the teams looking for fresh meat. You can thank therepubliq for this shindig, now in its eighth year.Sun., Aug. 26, 3-6pm. Free. -
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A Natural Undertaking in Texas
Join the Modern Mortician for a full-day conference on alternative death care, including home funerals, green burials, and death doulas.Sun., Aug. 26, 10am-6pm. $55. -
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AAC Summer Camp for Shelter Dogs
The Austin Animal Center needs foster parents for its summer camp program to give dogs a break from the shelter life. You don't have to have foster experience, but they do ask that you sign on for two weeks.Pickup is open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, 11am-7pm. Free. -
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Anarchy Championship Wrestling: Distrust, Dismay & Antisocial Behavior
Austin's indie pro wrestling org presents: "Immortal" Jason Silver vs. "The Megastar" Angel Blue in the Heavyweight Championship Match; plus a Total Anarchy Grudge Match with the Hooligans and Smurf & Turf, a tag team match, and much more.Sun., Aug. 26, 5:30-10pm. $12-15. -
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Apply for PARK(ing) Day
Join the annual Park(ing) Day celebration – where folks transform parkings space into temporary "parklets" to promotes public conversation on the need for public, open spaces in urban areas. Applications to make your own mini park are due Sept. 17. Email for additional information.Apply by Sept. 17. Free. -
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Austin Bold FC
The city's newly minted United Soccer League team will be hosting games at COTA starting in March 2019. Season passes are now available.$189 for 20-game season pass. -
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Austin Code: Boat Dock Registration Program
Boat dock owners are now required to properly address and register their dock with the city. Now through Sept. 30, owners can take advantage of the current grace period as there's no cost to register at this time.Through Sun., Sept. 30 -
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Austin Naked Yoga for Gay Men
A hatha meeting flow yoga class for all levels. Despite the name, all are welcome. For a longer reader see our coverage.Sundays, 4:30-5:30pm. Through Nov. 21. $10 and up.ToddPilates & Barre, 4032 S. Lamar #700 -
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Austin Running Adventures
For daring runners seeking Austin landmark running experiences and secret single track trails.Saturdays & Sundays, 8am. $25.See facebook for routes -
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Austin Spurs Hype Team Auditions
Think you've got what it takes to entertain a Spurs crowd? The team is looking for hype people with experience in stunting, tumbling, dance, cheer, and acrobatics. Free to apply; register online.Sun., Aug. 26, 10am-2pm. Free.Fitness Connection, 13776 Hwy. 183 -
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Austin Summer Musical for Children: Honk!
Here's a delightful musical adaptation of the old fable called The Ugly Duckling, that "heartwarming celebration of what makes us special."Aug. 11-26. Sat., 11am, 2 & 4pm; Sun., 2 & 4pm. Free. -
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Ayomi Yoshida Exhibition
The Japanese artist makes her Texas debut with a large-scale multimedia exhibition that evokes a pool with flowers falling into it that complements the center’s water garden.Tue.-Sun., through Jan. 13. Free.Asia Society Texas Center, Houston -
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“Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit”
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.June 2-Jan. 5Mayborn Museum, Waco -
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BT2 Sunday Funday
End your weekend on a high note: Drag bingo runs 5-7pm, followed by Latin night 'til close. Always free to play.Sundays, 5pm. Through Sept. 30. Free. -
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Demolition Permit Process Public Meeting
The city's Development Services Department wants your input on proposed changes to the demolition permit process. Want to add your thoughts, but can't attend? Submit them online from Aug. 18 to Sept. 2.Sat., Aug. 18, 1-3pm; submit online feedback by Sept. 2 -
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Family Sunday Funday
Starting May 27, Waller Creek backYARD hosts a backyard party all through the summer (Aug. 26) with games the whole family can enjoy (cornhole, tic tac toe), face-painting, and a magician, plus live music and a special brunch menu.Last Sunday of the month through August. free for kids; $5 for adults. -
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Full Grain Moon Witches' Market
The Full Moon Witches' Market is a monthly gathering which occurs on the Sunday closest to the full moon and features a themed altar amongst local witches peddling their handcrafted wares.Sun., Aug. 26, 7pm-12mid. Free. -
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Grape Punch
Join a hands-on seminar tracing the journey of grapes from vineyard to wine. Advance tickets required.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 18-19, 25-26. $25.William Chris Vineyards, Hye -
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Grape Stomp
Stomp me, crush me, and make me into wine at the annual harvest festival.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 25-26, Sept. 1-2. Free.Becker Vineyards, Stonewall -
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Grape Stomp
Celebrate the harvest by stomping grapes, listening to music, and sampling the wines.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26Pedernales Cellars, Stonewall -
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Jack's Generic Triathlon
It's just a good, old-fashioned triathlon, with a finish line party filled with exhausted people. Wooo.Sun., Aug. 26, 7:30am. $75-155. -
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Keep Homophobic Celebration Church Out of Austin!
By now you've probably heard, a queer and trans hating church is trying to preach every Sunday at an AISD hub. We're here to say no way. Literally. Come out with your signs, glitter, bright colors and tell these homophobes to go home! Meet in front of the parking garage at 8:30, services start at 9:30am and 11:30am.Sun., Aug. 26, 8:30am-noon -
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Le Garage Sale
This is a semi-annual convergence of Austin's top local vendors and boutiques and BONUS: Everything's on sale!Sat.-Sun., Aug. 25-26 -
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Live Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
Place your money on a nose as the ponies round the turn at the special summer racing season.July 7-8, 21-22; Aug. 11-12, 25-26Fredericksburg -
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Marvel Universe Live: Age of Heroes!
Hold on to your infinity stones, True Believer! This is a live, action-packed spectacle direct from the House of Marvel. Much acrobatic derring-do, pyrotechnics, and motorcycle stunts are involved in this show in which "Spider-Man, the Avengers, and the Guardians of the Galaxy join forces with Doctor Strange, in a race against time to recover the Wand of Watoomb before it falls into Loki's hands." You might could appreciate this thing as a functioning adult, citizen; kids, OTOH, will definitely have their little minds blown.Aug. 23-26. Thu.-Fri., 7pm; Sat., 11am, 3 & 7pm; Sun., 1 & 5pm. $25-90. -
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National Dog Day Celebration at Craftsman
Vendors for the pups; hair of the dog drink specials; and a dog trick competition at 2pm with prizes from Sierra Nevada. A portion of proceeds being donated to benefit local shelters and first responder disaster rescues.Sun., Aug. 26, 1-5pm. Free. -
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Neighborhood Fishing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stocking 17 locations in 16 cities, including Austin, with channel catfish throughout the summer.Through November. Free with fishing license.Various locations -
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New Gay Softball Team Recruiting
A group of LGBTQ players from Softball Austin are startin' up a new team to complete in the D Division this fall and they're looking for ballers and batters now! Practices will begin the first Sunday in August. No skill required. If you have never played, there is a place for you in the team. D team will play two games every Sunday for six to eight weeks. Email to sign up or ask questions.Recruiting through Sept. 6. $40 membership fee. -
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Ninja Bus Tubing Excursions
Catch the bus from Native Hostel to the San Marcos River for a Sunday Funday float. Ticket price includes a personal tube and one for the cooler.Sundays, noon. $49. -
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Paddle for Puppies
A 5-mile paddle on Lady Bird Lake beginning and ending at Rowing Dock to benefit Austin Pets Alive!'s Parvo Puppy Program, which saves those dogs with the disease from getting put down.Sun., Aug. 26, 7:30-9:30am. $40. -
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Ping Pong Tournament
Play for prizes and prestige in this 16-player tourney in the Flying Man taproom.Sun., Aug. 26, 1-4pm. $10.Flying Man Brewing Co., 2400 Patterson Industrial Dr., Pflugerville -
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Q-Toys Presents 3rd Annual Rope Intensive
Join expert rigger Jake Wing for a three part intensive on all things ropes, knots, and naughtiness. Hands on, so bring some rope and someone to tie up.Sunday, Aug. 12, 19, 26, 6-8pm. $60. -
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Quarter Horse, Thoroughbred Racing
Place your bets as the ponies line up for the 1pm post time as the summer racing season continues over the next two weekends.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 11-12, 25-26. $8.Fredericksburg -
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Rock It Choir Intro Playshop (North)
Wanna learn how to sing? Come to a "Find Your Voice Intro Playshop" hosted by Rock It Choir. Rock your voice with fun group voice lessons! Sun., Aug. 19, 6-8pm; Tue., Aug. 21, 6:30-8:30pm; Sun., Aug. 26, 6-8pm; Tue., Aug. 28, 6:30-8:30pm.Free. -
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See a Sea Turtle?
Sea turtle nesting season on the Texas coast has officially begun. If you see a sea turtle heading for the dunes, a nest, or even the distinctive tracks, call the hotline so a trained volunteer can protect the site.April-SeptTexas Gulf Coast -
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SIPM Indian Rhythm Workshop
Two-day rhythm workshop with the School of Indian Percussion & Music. No prior experience is necessary. Classes will be followed by a short recital.Sat. & Sun., Aug. 25 & 26, 2pm. $50/one day, $80/two days.13945 Hwy. 183 N. Ste. D-1 -
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SoulFull Sunday
A free yoga & meditation class with Lizzie Aguirre and live music by Kalu James. Juice and goodies available afterward. They're also taking donations for the Safe Alliance.Sun., Aug. 26, 11am-2pm. Free ($10 for guaranteed entrance). -
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Sound Wave
Enjoy beats by DJ Bird Peterson while lounging poolside on the WET Deck.Sundays, starting at noon, through Sept. 30. $20. -
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Splash Dance! With Erica Nix
A summer dance class on the pool deck. And wouldn't ya know, it's right next to the place they keep the cocktails.Sundays, 10-11am. $20. -
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Taking it to the Streets: A Visual History of Protest and Demonstration in Austin
The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.Through Oct. 28. Free. -
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The Legends of Robin Hood
Come see Robin, Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, Little John, and all the rest outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham in the original adventure story of Merry Olde England with live music by Alan A Dale accompanying the Sherwood Forest Faire players.Fri.-Sat., Aug. 25-26, noon & 2pm; Fri., Aug. 31, 7pm; Sat., Sept. 1, noon, 2 & 7pm; Sun., Sept. 2, 10am & noon. $8, kids under 12; $12, age 12 and over. -
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Topgolf Tour
The third annual Topgolf Tour is coming to Austin on Sept. 23. Play for a chance to win $50,000 and a ticket to the championship in Las Vegas. New this year is a military division, open to active duty and veteran members of the U.S. Armed Forces.Through Sept. 20. $85 individual; $170 team. -
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We Are Blood & P. Terry’s: Milkshakes Are in Our Blood
Anyone who donates, or attempts to donate at any We Are Blood donor center (or daily mobile drive) will leave with a voucher for a free P. Terry’s milkshake.Aug. 15-31. Free. -
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Weaving Workshop
Led by Ana Esteve Llorens, this workshop is an additional component to the artist's exhibit "Correspondence."Sun., Aug. 26, 11am-1:30pm. $5-10 suggested donation. -
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Yoga With Adriene at Fair Market
Adriene of the popular YouTube yoga series hosts a yoga class (75 min.) for all levels followed by sips & bites from Chameleon Cold Brew, Health Ade Kombucha, Dr. Vim's, and NadaMoo.Sun., Aug. 26, 9:30am. $10-25.
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Gender Unbound Fest 2018
The multidisciplinary arts festival, spotlighting works by trans and intersex creators, returns for year three, and this time it's double the fun, double the days! For more on this year's fest, see our most recent coverage.Sat.-Sun., Sept., 29-30 -
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RuPaul's Drag Race Presents: Werq the World
RuPaul's right hand Michelle Visage brings some of Drag Race's best queens to shantay all over Austin's main stage. Queens include season 10 faves Aquaria, Kameron Michael's, Eureka O'Hara, and Asia O'Hara along with all-time all stars bob the Drag Queen, Kim Chi, and Violet Chachki. Gentlequeers, start those engines.Thu., Oct. 11, 9pm. $39-150. -
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Splash Days 2018
Austin's annual summer send-off with nonstop gay parties to get you wet, wild, and feeling good. New this year: all events are free, but donations for beneficiaries (Kind Clinic, Out Youth, AIDS Services of Austin) will be accepted and those that throw some extra money down will be awarded with cheaper drinks and yummy food deals.Fri.-Mon., Aug. 31-Sept. 3. Free, donations accepted.
