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Lunar New Year Celebration
The lunar new year kicked off Saturday, and in the Chinese zodiac, it is the Year of the Dragon, symbolizing power, strength, and wisdom. Celebrate new beginnings and opportunities at a celebration that last year brought together 6,000 revelers to Chinatown Center’s dozens of Asian shops and restaurants. The free, family-friendly fest goes from 11:30am to 5pm and features firecrackers, cultural dance teams, and a stunning lion dance performance to start the new year off right. – Kat McNevinsSun., Feb. 18 -
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Ascension Seton Austin Marathon
As they say, if you’re going to run, run Austin! Our happenin’ city is always a popular travel destination, but this running social event going since 1992 brings in thousands of runners, spectators, and volunteers from all over the U.S. and dozens of countries around the world for a Sunday morning flurry of athletic activity. The 26.2-mile course route touches all corners of the city, meaning no matter where you are, you can find a nearby spot from which to spectate and cheer on the runners, maybe even with a Bloody Mary in hand, as is the Austin Sunday morning way. – Kat McNevinsSun., Feb. 18Downtown Austin -
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Eighth Annual Comedy Festival Weekend at Horseshoe Bay Resort
Legendary comedians Rob Schneider and Joe Sib take the stage for an intimate evening of hilarious fun over the Presidents Day holiday weekend. Special room night packages include admission for two and late checkout. Choose from a special menu featuring light bites and house-crafted pizza along with special cocktails, beer, and wine.Sat.-Sun., Feb. 17-18 -
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Love Bites
Valentine’s Day may be past, but love is still in the air – as is the sound of bat wings. Austin’s most ghoulish and nationally acclaimed Halloween attraction, the House of Torment, cracks open the crypt for three nights of vampiric terror in this specially themed event designed to chill the blood and get your heart pumping. Feel like impressing that special someone? The date night package comes with photos, two drinks at the secret Neon Coffin bar, and an eyeball rose bouquet. – Richard WhittakerFri.-Sat., Feb 16-18 -
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Lunar New Year Festival 2024
The third annual Lunar New Year Festival Market at Springdale General’s Paper + Craft Pantry is co-hosted by paper shop honcho Pei Sim and watercolor postcard, sticker, and magnet-maker extraordinaire Kathy Phan of Kathy Phantastic. Ring in the Year of the Dragon with lion and dragon dance performances, kid storytime, face-painting, and more than 30 vendors from Asian-owned businesses across Texas. The event runs all day, 11am to 5pm, but you can get VIP access for early entry and a new year goodie bag valued at $50-plus. Suggested donation is $10-25 per person. – Lina FisherSun., Feb. 18 -
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Texas Roller Derby
Last time we wanted to crow about Roller Derby, tickets sold out before we had the chance. But that was for the season opener at Thunderdome earlier this month, and this one is at the much larger Palmer Events Center, so you’re much more likely to get a seat! For the second round of the season, the Holy Rollers and Cherry Bombs face off in what’s sure to be an explosive matchup of banked-track badassery. Go ahead and snag tickets for the March 9 bout at Thunderdome, too, as it’s bound to sell out. – Kat McNevinsSun., Feb. 18 -
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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) -
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Dungeons & Dragons Night
Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.Sundays, 6pm-close -
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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. -
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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 -
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GoldenGaia Vendor Market + Holistic Fair
Explore a diverse selection of vendors, including artisans, psychic readers, and holistic practitioners who can help heal mind, body, and spirit.Sat.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Free. -
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Guided Breathwork & Journaling
Weekly guided breathwork sessions incorporate lunar and solar cycles, card readings, Kundalini, journaling, and more, and are led by Margaret, who has studied around the world and is a trained midwife, birth & postpartum doula, Reiki master, registered yoga teacher, and kinesiologist.Sundays, 7:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid
Jan. 27-March 3. Sat.-Sun., times vary. $22 and up. -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual -
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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
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