Home Events Community
Recommended
-
Community
Kids
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
Blippi and special guest Meekah stop in Austin for the ultimate curiosity adventure.Fri., June 23, 6pm. $25+. -
Arts
Dance
The Way of Water: Onion Creek
Ah, this is perfect for a local summer night! Surrounded by the landscape of Onion Creek, you'll see movement and moving-image vignettes made by Forklift Dance Company in collaboration with youth and city workers.Fri.-Sat., June 23-24, 8pm. Free.6824 Onion Creek -
Community
Out of Town
Watermelon Thump
You won’t want to miss the World Championship Seed Spitting Contest as well as watermelon eating contests, music, a carnival, vendors, and the grand parade.Thu.-Sun., June 22-25Luling
All Events
-
Community
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, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
Community
Events
Behind the Tanks Brewery Tour
Jeff Young, Blue Owl co-owner and executive brewer, takes guests behind the scenes for a tour and tasting of special batches straight from the tank, with a take-home commemorative glass and four complimentary beers.Fri., June 23. $30. -
Community
Events
Black West Austin Driving Tour
Join Neill-Cochran House Museum for a tour of West Austin African American history beginning at the museum and winding through historic sites of Wheatville and Clarksville, two of the original fifteen freedman communities established in Austin after the end of the Civil War. The tour includes access to videos for each stop that explore the history of the site and create connections between the past and present.June 14-25 -
Community
Events
Blue Star Museums
The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.May 20-Sept. 4 -
Community
Events
Canopy's Annual Party on the Pier
Celebrate local art and the galleries of Canopy at a party with cocktails, a DJ, an Acero Hearts taco pop-up, and open galleries until 10pm.Fri., June 23, 6-10pm. Free. -
Community
Events
-
Community
Events
Fall Registration Open
Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.Ongoing -
Community
Kids
Family Guide: Drawing the Motion Picture
Visiting the Harry Ransom Center with kids? Ask for a family guide at the Visitor Services desk, designed to enrich children's experience of the current exhibit, "Drawing the Motion Picture," perfect for budding filmmakers and curious minds.Through July 16. Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm -
Community
Out of Town
Fredericksburg & Stonewall Peaches
It's peach season! Find flavorful, orchard-ripe peaches via Hill Country Fruit Council's handy guide with a map to all those tasty local peaches, as well as other delicious seasonal fruits and veggies.OngoingHill Country area -
Community
Events
Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
Community
Events
Geeks Who Drink Trivia
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
Community
Events
Howler Brothers Warehouse Sale
The local apparel and outerwear shop offers its largest sale to date, with a bounty of goods from the Howler Brothers’ minds of years past at up to 70% off! Take your pick of heavily discounted merchandise alongside rare finds from special collections and unreleased samples.June 22-25Howler Brothers, 7301 Burnet Rd. -
Community
Events
Live Band Karaoke With the Screamalongs
Got rock star dreams? Hop onstage and sing your fave rock, punk, emo, and metal songs with a real band.Fri., June 23, 8:30pm. Free. -
Community
Sports
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. -
Community
Events
Pollinator Pride
Celebrate Pride Month and Pollinator Week with the library. Events include making upcycled starter pots, Pollinator Pride Zine Night, guest speakers from the city's Office of Sustainability and Two Hives Honey, seed bombs and stories, and making your own pollinator starter garden with supplies from the Seed Collection.Through June 24. Free. -
Community
Sports
Round Rock Express
Vs. Sacramento. Bring two canned goods for Central Texas Food Bank and get free admission Tuesday. Thursday is dog-friendly for Pints & Pups, and Friday is Marvel's Defenders of the Diamond Night, with special uniforms and a visit from Iron Man and Black Panther, ending with fireworks. Sunday is Kids' Day, with pregame activities and a postgame run around the bases.June 20-25. Tue.-Sat., 7:05pm; Sun., 6:05pm -
Community
Sports
Summer Solstice Fire Chakra Power Vinyasa
Honor your own inner fire (your third chakra) at a class harnessing the summer solstice's powerful solar energy.Fri., June 23, 5:30pm. Free. -
Community
Events
Swing Dance Night at the Mansion
The Vintage Ties jazz band keeps the ballroom swinging all evening at the historic mansion.Fri., June 23, 8pm-12mid. $20; $15 for members. -
Community
Events
Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
Community
Events
Trivia Night at the Library
Geeks Who Drink lead a trivia game with prizes and refreshments.Fri., June 23, 7pm. Free, but registration required. -
Community
Sports
Virtual Fitness Classes With It's Time Texas
No matter where you are, ITT has you covered with free virtual classes from cardio and kickboxing to yoga and Zumba. Check out the calendar online for the full range of options and make a date for fitness.Free.Virtual -
Community
Events
We Are Blood Giving Away Coolest T-Shirt In Town
You know what else is cool? Helping the community through blood and platelet donations. Find a center or drive online or call 512/206-1266.June 16-30. Free.We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
Community
Events
We Are Blood Giving Double Campaign
Double your giving this month in one fell swoop: Blood and platelet donors at We Are Blood can choose either Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society as recipients of a $5 donation from WRB. As part of the campaign, they'll host blood drives at Austin Humane Society (124 W. Anderson, Thu., June 15, 11am-1:30pm) and at the Central Texas Food Bank (6500 Metropolis, Tue., June 20, 11am-2pm).June 1-30. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
Community
Events
Workshop: Rainbow Macrame Wall Hanging
Master the retro crafting technique and bring home a unique piece of art. The fun workshop includes all materials, a Blue Owl commemorative logo glass, and four pours of beer so you can sip while you craft.Fri., June 23, 6pm. $42.
Ongoing
-
Community
Civic Events
WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations
