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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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San Antonio Spurs I-35 Series
The Spurs engage their following beyond San Antonio on this special tour, facing the Portland Trail Blazers April 6 and the Minnesota Timberwolves April 8. You can even follow them up to Dallas for a Texas NBA showdown with the Mavericks April 9.Thu., April 6, 7pm; Sat., April 8, 3pm -
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Seventeenth Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
Children of all ages are invited to hunt for the thousands of eggs hidden around the Huston-Tillotson University campus, including a $500 scholarship prize egg, prize eggs for school supplies and gift certificates, eggs with candy and coins, and filled baskets. Children will gather in the Mary E. Branch Gymnasium for a brief storytime on the meaning of Easter before joining their age groups and beginning the hunt.: Rain date: Mon., April 10, 4pm.Sat., April 8, 10-11am. Free. -
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USWNT Vs. Ireland
Defending FIFA Women’s World Cup champions U.S. Women’s National Team will face the Republic of Ireland in an international friendly match, the first visit for USWNT since June 2021, when they played the first-ever match at Austin FC's home stadium against Nigeria in front of a sold-out crowd.Sat., April 8, 1:30pm
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"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 -
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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AAC Adoption Event
It's a day of hogs and dogs as Austin Animal Center brings adoptable best friends to the dealership.Sat., April 8, noon-5pmCowboy Harley-Davidson, 10917 S. I-35 -
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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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APH Vaccination & Health Screening Event With Visa Gift Cards
Get a free COVID-19 vaccine with an added bonus of a $50 Visa gift card, plus a variety of screenings in honor of National Public Health Week. No proof of citizenship or insurance required. Find it at South Austin Neighborhood Center Thursday and Gus Garcia Saturday.Thu., April 6, 6-8pm; Sat., April 8, 11am-2pmSouth Austin Neighborhood Center, 2508 Durwood; Gus Garcia Recreation Center, 1201 E. Rundberg -
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Austin Flea
Two chances to catch the market this weekend: Saturday at Zilker Brewing and Sunday at Jester King.Sat., April 8, 1-6pm; Sun., April 9, 11am-5pmZilker Brewing, 1701 E. Sixth; Jester King Brewery, 13187 Fitzhugh -
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Austin Herb Society Plant Sale & Garden Expo
Shop for organic herb, vegetable, and native plants at great prices, plus herbal tinctures, teas, crafts, aromatherapy products, and more. Educational workshops on a variety of herbs and their benefits will be offered, as well as crafts for kids and lots more herbaceous fun.Sat., April 8, 9:30am-2pm. Free with garden admission. -
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Austin Parks & Rec Summer Camps Now Hiring
Multiple positions at a variety of camps are currently hiring for the summer, starting at $20 an hour.Ongoing -
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Baby Bloomers
A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.Saturdays, 8-10am -
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Blooms and Barrels
It’s time to begin your spring planting, and this is the place to pick up native, ornamental, and herb plants. Rain barrels will also be available for purchase.Sat., April 8, 9am-1pmKerrville -
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Bluebonnet Festival
What could be more fun than an afternoon of food, music, and a carnival, unless you add an arts & crafts market, wildflower show, and parades?April 7-9Burnet -
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Breaking Barriers: Teen Mental Wellness Conference
Teens are welcome to connect with others through art and culture and embody mental wellness practices with the youth of the ESB-MACC Caminos Teen Leadership program. Emerging artists, mental health pros, and cultural activists will collaborate to help teens break barriers and express themselves.Sat., April 8, 10am-6pm. Free. -
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Circus Vazquez
The family-owned circus brings an all-new production, with international circus superstars bringing an awe-inspiring, death-defying, and hilarious production that's unforgettable fun for the whole family.April 7-17. Weekdays, 7:30pm; weekends, 1, 4 & 7pm. $25 for children, $40 for adults. -
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Create With Canva
Learn how to use the free design service Canva to create planners, to-do lists, résumés, and more, with each workshop focusing on a different aspect of Canva. Refreshments and a few laptops for attendee use will be provided.Second Saturdays through June 10, 1-3pm -
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Dallas Blooms
The largest floral show in the Southwest features 500,000 spring blooms, plus azaleas and Japanese cherry trees.Feb. 25-April 16Dallas -
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Dark Side of the Moon: A Yoga Tribute
To celebrate Pink Floyd's masterpiece Dark Side of the Moon turning 50, join a meditative yoga flow and light show choreographed to the music.Sat., April 8, 8pm. $35. -
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Donate Blood, Get Torchy's Voucher
We Are Blood partners with Austin fave Torchy's Tacos to reward blood donors with $5 in Torchy's bucks, which can get you one of many delicious tacos or other treats on their menu.April 1-15We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Doom Metal Goat Yoga
Jester King partners with Oak + Lotus Yoga for sessions where you can sink into doomy and melodic sounds while being guided through a yoga session surrounded by JK's glorious goat herd. Bring forth the beasts!March 4-May 27. Saturdays, 10am. $25. -
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Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
Everyone’s favorite cat comes to mischievous life in ZACH Theatre’s production of the Dr. Seuss classic.Feb. 24-April 23. Fri., Feb. 24, 7pm; Sat.-Sun., 2pm -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Easter at the Sauer-Beckman Living History Farm
Come to the farm to learn about early 20th century German Easter traditions.Sat., April 8, 10am-3pmStonewall -
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Easter Bunny Photos at Barton Creek Square
Find the Bunny Photo Experience in the mall near Cheesecake Factory to get pics with the Easter Bunny. Bring pets along Sun., March 19, 6-8pm, where the Austin Humane Society will get part of the proceeds and will bring adoptable kittens. Kids with special needs are welcome for a sensory-friendly experience Sun., March 26, 10-11:30am.Through April 8; book reservations online. Free, but registration encouraged. -
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Easter Egg Hunt
Kids ages 2-12 can search for eggs filled with raffle tickets for prizes, play pin the tail on the bunny and corn hole, get their faces painted, decorate eggs, get pics with the Easter Bunny, and meet a live locally famous tortoise, among other activities.Sat., April 8, 11am-1pm. Free, but registration required.Veramendi Park, 400 E. Hopkins, San Marcos -
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Farm Yoga at Boggy Creek
Enjoy a peaceful morning vinyasa on the farm preceded by a quick class with East Austin Succulents and followed by exploring Austin's oldest homestead and shopping fresh local goods, produce, and eggs.Saturdays, 8:30am. Free. -
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Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin offers a variety of virtual fitness classes from chair yoga to kickboxing to Zumba, with something bound to fit in everyone's schedule. All you need to do is register and RSVP online!January to May. Free.Virtual -
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Free Tax Preparation
Certified volunteers offer free tax prep from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, with service by appointment and walk-ins welcome at many sites. No age or income level restrictions, and no AARP membership required.Through April 18. Free.Various locations -
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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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Good Deeds Day With GoodPop
Join a cleanup event benefiting Keep Austin Beautiful, followed by a celebration at Lustre Pearl East. If you can't make it in person, sign up for info on volunteering from home.Register by April 9; event takes place April 16, 10am-noon. Free.Waterloo and Givens Park -
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Grounded Dance Cardio
Pump up the jams and get moving with a dance fit cardio series blending freestyle, choreography, and toning grooves.Saturdays, 10am. Free, but RSVP. -
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Hill Country Galleria Saturday Night Concert Series
Austin City Limits Radio hosts a seven-week music series featuring local faves like Bob Schneider, Rosie Flores, Two Tons of Steel, and more. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy music on the lawn, as well as dining options like Buenos Aires Cafe, Cafe Blue, and the League Kitchen & Tavern.Saturdays through May 6, 7-9pm. Free. -
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Inaugural hAmaro Fest
Celebrate International Romani Day and experience the beauty of the music, dance, food, and culture of the Romani.Sat., April 8, 3:30-8:30pm. Free. -
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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, 9-11amCitywide -
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Move With Weeds
Join urban ecologist and artist Chris Kennedy for a guided walk and movement workshop exploring the naturally occurring urban plant communities.Sat., April 8. Sliding scale donation. -
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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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Pick Your Own Strawberries and Tulips
Pick a basket of fresh strawberries or tulips, enjoy the farm animals and games, and don’t forget to try the homemade ice cream.Thu.-Tue., through mid-MaySweet Berry Farm, Marble Falls -
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Quanah Parker Exhibit: One Man, Two Worlds
Using 46 rare photographs, this exhibit tells the story of Cynthia Ann and Quanah Parker as the mother and son made their way through a changing world.Jan. 14-April 15Temple -
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival
The king and queen summon you to a day of fun with the shows, games, food, and artisan market.April 8-May 29. Sat., Sun., & Memorial Day Monday, 10am-7pmWaxahachie -
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Second Saturdays Are for Families
Guests can make their own mini mosaics with inspiration from Anya Gallaccio’s interactive sculpture to see if time was there, found at Laguna Gloria.Sat., April 8, 11am-3pm -
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Sherwood Forest Faire
Come to be entertained, stay for the food, and return often to browse the artisan market.March 4-April 23. Sat.-Sun., 10am-dusk; and Fri., March 17McDade -
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SomeBunny to Love
Hop through the Domain NORTHSIDE to get chummy with the blossoming bunny topiaries sprouting up throughout the center, and share a photo on Instagram to be entered to win a $500 shopping spree.Through April 30 -
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Spring on the Prairie
Celebrate spring with games and activities from 1800s Texas, including natural dyeing of cloth and Easter eggs, instruction in the language of flowers, making lemonade and hot cross buns, and an activity where visitors can make paper pinwheels that were popular during the 19th century in Texas. Plus, check out a fascinating new exhibit on ladies' parasols from the 1800s.Sat., April 8, 10am-4pm -
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Story Starts: An Improv Show for Kids
Kids and adults can experience live theatre in an immersive, joyful way. Best for kids ages 4 and up and fun for grownups, too.March 18-May 13. Saturdays, 11am. $5. -
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Texas Brewery Running Series
Join a series of 5K fun runs starting and ending at local beverage purveyors like Pinthouse, Moontower Cidery, St. Elmo Brewing, and more, with entertainment and a beverage to refuel after the run. Get the full schedule online.Ongoing. $30.Multiple locations -
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Texas Mushroom Conference
A full day of speakers, walk-throughs, and mushroom snacks and supplements that will expand your awareness of all the benefits fungi contribute to health, wellness, and the environment. A portion of proceeds will got to UT-Austin's Center for Psychedelic Research and Therapy.Sat., April 8, 1-6pm. $35-100.Etter-Harbin Alumni Center, 2110 San Jacinto -
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Texas Roller Derby
Putas del Fuego and Holy Rollers face off in this bout that's sure to sell out.Sat., April 8, 6pm -
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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 -
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Texas VegFest
Celebrate compassionate cuisine and the bounty and beauty of spring at this free, family-friendly fest with vegan cooking demonstrations, music, lectures, activities, samples, and lots more. Just a small sample of the participants: vegan faves Mr. Natural, Bananarchy, Zucchini Kill; educators Mad Science, who bring a veggie catapult; mushroom enthusiasts Central Texas Mycological Society; plant-based market Wandering Vegan; pig protectors Central Texas Pig Rescue ... we could go on! Don't miss this plant-based party.Sat., April 8, 11am-6pm -
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The Amazing Acro-Cats
A troupe of trained housecats will purr-form feats of agility and entertainment like riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, and playing instruments in the band Tuna and the Rock-Cats. All shows are sold out, but they still seek volunteers, which is a great chance to see the show and help the kitties of Rock Cats Rescue.Various dates April 3-14 -
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What's the Point?
Learn to live with purpose at a workshop exploring Buddha's advice for living in a meaningful way.Sat., April 8, 10am. $20; $10 for seniors & students.Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, 1918 Bissel -
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Yoga at Republic Square Park
Welcome the weekend with a balancing and renewing yoga class surrounded by the beautiful views of Downtown. Come early or stay late to explore the SFC market.Saturdays, 11am. Free.
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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