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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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
  • 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  
    Butler Park
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    Adult Skate Night

    Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.
    Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight  
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    All-Ages Virtual Storytime

    Featuring stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and other extension activities. Registration required.
    Saturdays, 10:30am  
    Virtual
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    Archery Class

    Learn the centuries-old sport from USA Archery Certified Level 3 coach Chris Ching at the historic farm.
    Second & fourth Saturdays. $35-45.  
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    Austin FC Watch Party

    Grab some giveaways and chow down on wings and fried mac & cheese as you watch the Verde take on Atlanta United on the road.
    Sat., July 9, 5:30pm. Free.  
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    Austin FC Watch Party

    Watch the Verde take on Atlanta United FC with the supporters' group Austin Anthem.
    Sat., July 9, 6pm  
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    Austin Flea

    Keep cool and shop local at an indoor market.
    Sat., July 9, noon-5pm  
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    Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

    Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.
    June 7-Aug. 3. Free.  
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    Austin Sol

    The semi-pro Ultimate Frisbee team faces the Atlanta Hustle.
    Sat., July 9, 7pm  
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    Ballet Austin Online Fitness Classes

    Choose from a variety of movement classes offered via livestream.
    Sat., April 4  
    Online
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    Balloon Fest

    Three days of hot air balloon competitions include food vendors, art dealers, night glows, and concerts.
    Fri.-Sat., July 8-9  
    Canton
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    Big Splash

    Almost Real Things presents a showcase of Austin's creative communities, including interactive activities, networking, a vendor market, dance party, and more.
    Sat., July 9, 7-11pm. Free.  
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    Bilingual Yoga

    Sana Yoga provides a pathway for healing with equitable and accessible programming, while organizing to reduce systemic factors that negatively impact mental health, physical health, and social well-being among our Latinx community and other marginalized communities.
    Saturdays through July 30, 10-11am
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    Out of Town

    Bird Expo

    A wide variety of birds and supplies will be on display and for sale.
    Sat., July 9. $6.  
    Taylor
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    Donate Blood, Get Taquitos

    We Are Blood teams up with Whataburger to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free taquito. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    July 1-15  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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    Escape the Box

    Explore the hidden side of Austin with an event billed as "an escape room, but outdoors, with time travel." Guests will explore an iconic neighborhood, solve puzzles, and take memorable photos. Book online or call 512/633-9356.
    Saturdays, 11am. $35/person; $15/person 10 and under.  
    South Congress/East Austin
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    Family Day at the Ney

    Gather outside the museum for a printmaking art activity for children of all ages, including cyanotypes and stamping, inspired by the natural landscape. Bring any materials you'd like to use, like leaves, rocks, sticks, or small toys.
    Sat., July 9, 10am-noon  
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    Family Meditation & Mindfulness

    Could your family use some Zen? Kristi Floyd will guide the brood through meditation and mindfulness techniques to help bring peace to your home.
    Sat., July 9, 2pm. $5 per person.  
    Flow Yoga, 202 Walton Way #200, Cedar Park
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    Farm Yoga

    Enjoy a peaceful morning yoga session preceded by a quick succulent care class with East Austin Succulents, then explore the farm and shop local goods, eggs, and produce.: Yoga mats, Mad Hippie sunscreen, and water will be provided, and guests get a $5 voucher to use at the farmstand and a gift from East Austin Succulents.
    Every other Saturday, 8:30am. $30.  
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    FC Austin Elite

    Vs. CTX Hornets.
    Sat., July 9, 7:30pm  
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    Foam Glow

    Wear white as a canvas for this 5K run/walk wherein participants go through glow foam, concluding with a black light party where everyone will be glowing in the dark!
    Sat., July 9, 7:45pm  
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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.  
    Online via Zoom
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    Grounded Dance Cardio

    Pop in for an upbeat, high-energy dance cardio session with Austin's best instructors.
    Saturdays through July 30. Free.  
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    Grown Folks Step 'n' Roll

    An adult roller skating and dance party, with glow-in-the-dark bowling too. BYOB.
    Every other Saturday, 9pm. $5-10.  
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    Jen's Gentle Yoga

    A class suitable for all levels, even beginners. Ends with meditation and deep relaxation.
    Second Saturdays, 9am
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    Kyle Market Days

    Kyle Parks & Rec hosts local vendors, arts & crafts, farm-to-market items, live music, and more.
    Second Saturdays, 9am-2pm. Free.  
    Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park, 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle
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    Living History Event

    See demonstrations of pioneer crafts and music, and try your hand at candle dipping and other old-fashioned chores.
    Second Saturdays, 10am-4pm  
    New Braunfels
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    Love Where You Live Day

    Keep Austin Beautiful developed this event to invite Austinites to beautify the areas around their homes and neighborhoods. Pick up some litter, weed a garden bed, or rake some leaves; it’s up to you! Check out the website for details on cleanup kit registration and social media giveaways.
    Second Saturdays, 9-11am  
    Citywide
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    MoveOutATX

    The city seeks volunteers for its event that collects gently used items from UT-Austin students during move-out season to divert items from the landfill. New this year is a Free Furniture Market (4901 Guadalupe), where Austinites can pick up completely gratis furniture (2:30-7pm each day). Sign up to volunteer and get plenty of perks from area businesses.
    July 28-31, 11am-6pm  
    West Campus
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    Night Golf

    A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.
    Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20.  
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    Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

    Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
    Final deadline: Aug. 20  
    Apply online
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    Out of Town

    Pick-Your-Own Blueberries

    The sweetest blueberries are at their peak along with already picked berries at the Country Store in Edom.
    Through Sun., July 10. $3.75 per pound.  
    Berry Bush Blueberry Farm, Ben Wheeler
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    Pickleball Tournament

    A round robin tourney with four divisions: under-50 and 50+ men's and women's doubles.
    Sat., July 9, 7:30am  
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    Pours for Pets

    Support Austin Pets Alive! and stay cool this summer by purr-chasing a passport that gets you a free drink at a variety of locations offering beer, wine, coffee, and more. Buy online and pick up your passport at any of the APA! thrift stores.
    Through July 31. $45.  
    5801 Burnet Rd.; 1409 W. Oltorf; 5102 Clarkson
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    Out of Town

    Round Top Music Festival

    More than 80 young artists present orchestra, chamber, and solo work with concerts on Saturdays over six weeks. Weekday rehearsals in the concert hall are free and open to the public.
    June 5-July 17  
    Round Top
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    Out of Town

    Roundup Rodeo and Festival

    There’ll be lots of fun in Heritage Park as everyone enjoys the shopping, food, and music, and two nights of evening rodeos and dancing.
    Sat., July 9, 10am  
    Mason
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    Sealybration

    Music, barbecue, softball, and a carnival bring everyone to the BP&W Park for family-friendly fun.
    Fri.-Sun., July 8-10  
    Sealy
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    Slam Portal

    A free outdoor comedy wrestling show with a meat-centric theme. The "steaks" are high for this one.
    Sat., July 9, 7pm  
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    The Karaoke Underground

    This ain't yer daddy's karaoke, it's the punk and indie rock version with tunes by the likes of Pavement, Dead Kennedys, the Misfits, et al.
    Sat., July 9, 9pm. Free.  
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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  
    Various locations
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    We Are Blood’s Battle of the Badges

    The annual competition between first responders returns, with the goal of seeing who can donate more blood: Austin Police, Austin Fire, Austin/Travis County EMS, the Travis County Sheriff’s Department, or the city of Austin. Donors can vote for any of these when they check in for their appointment.
    June 30-July 9  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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