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  • SIMS Foundation Feel Good Music Festival

    Join SIMS Foundation for their first annual SIMS Foundation Feel Good Music Festival! They'll be celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with live music, market vendors, and more. All proceeds benefit SIMS Foundation and will support their work providing mental health and substance use recovery services to the music industry.
    Sat. May 27, 6pm-Midnight and Sun. May 28, Noon-4pm  
    The Far Out Lounge & Stage
  • Dripping Springs Rodeo

    Come to Dripping Springs Ranch Park on Memorial Day Weekend for the Dripping Springs Rodeo! Rodeo, live music, dancing, vendors, and lots of fun for the whole family!
    May 26-28  
    Dripping Springs Ranch Park Event Center
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    Austin Greek Festival

    Experience the spirit of Greece with delectable Greek food and drink, dancing, live entertainment from Greece, shopping, and more at this fun, family-friendly event. Opa!
    May 26-28. Fri.-Sat., 11am-10pm; Sun., noon-10pm. $5; kids under 10, free.
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    Hot Luck Fest

    Local celebrity chef and James Beard award winner Aaron Franklin's Hot Luck Festival is back, with four days of food and music over Memorial Day weekend benefiting the Southern Smoke Foundation, which supports hospitality industry workers. Dozens of chefs from Texas and beyond will offer their culinary delights, and live music will be offered at Mohawk each night.
    Thu.-Sun., May 25-28. Individual tickets and "Whole Enchilada" passes available.  
    Various locations
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    Playdates in the Park

    Austin Parks Foundation invites families to enjoy storytime, make crafts, and move & groove with friends from Creative Action.
    Sat., May 27, 10-11:30am. Free.
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    Story Starts: Interactive Improv Show for Kids & Their Adults

    ColdTowne's Youth Program, Excused Absence Comedy, brings back its fully improvised, interactive, original improv comedy show for kids, performed by an adult cast with the help of the audience.
    Through July 29. Saturdays, 11am. $5.
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    Woodland Faerie Trail Opening Day

    Explore the Oak Grove to discover this summer’s community-built faerie homes and enjoy activity tables for all ages, fairy storytime, botanical folklore, and Sottish country dancing.
    Sat., May 27, 10am-2pm. $6-8.  
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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, 2023  
    Ruby City, San Antonio
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    A Midsummer Night's Dream

    Inspired Minds presents the beguiling Shakespeare comedy.
    May 19-21 & 26-28. $12.  
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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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    April Rose Presents: In the Lap of the Garden

    An offering of devotion to Mother Nature through raqs sharqi, Persian, and transcultural dance, featuring the Cohesion Collective and Nafas Dance Ensemble. Catch one of two live performances or view it online for seven days afterward.
    Sat., May 27, 2pm, 7pm  
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    Austin Habitat for Humanity Volunteers Wanted!

    Habitat is looking for folks ages 18 and up to assist in building six new homes in Northeast Austin. You'll learn new skills, do something great for the community, and maybe get a free T-shirt.
    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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    Ballroom Marfa Spring 2023 Exhibitions

    Visit scenic West Texas to celebrate the opening of two new exhibitions, "Tongues of Fire" and "unlit: sof landin." The opening party is Friday, 6-9pm, and a curator/artist-led walkthrough happens Saturday, noon-1:30pm.
    Fri.-Sat., May 26-27. Free.  
    Marfa
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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market

    We always shop Blue Genie Art Bazaar during the winter holiday season, but we don't have to wait seven more months! At this spring market, see the work of more than 100 regional artisans and craftspeople and pick up gifts for Mother's or Father's Day, graduation, weddings, or any other spring/summer occasion. Raffles, samples, and demos will be offered throughout the show.
    Through May 29. Fri.-Sun. (and Memorial Day), 10am-8pm. Free.
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    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  
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    BRAVE Communities Connection: AAPI Heritage & Mental Health Awareness Month

    Celebrate with dance, a screening of Pixar's Float, listening circles, mental health resources, and Asian snacks.
    Sat., May 27, 3:30-5pm. Free.
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    BuzzFest 2023

    It’s a fun day at the honey farm meeting all the worker bees along with music, vendors, mead, and lots of sweet fun.
    Sat., May 27, 11am-3pm. $5.
    Navasota
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    Central Texas Lobos

    The local soccer team plays Strikerz DFW as they look to return to the playoffs in the Gulf Coast Premier League.
    Sat., May 27, 7:30pm. $5.  
    Bob Shelton Stadium, 4800 Jack C Hays Trail, Buda
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    Crawfish Festival

    What goes better with boiled crawfish and craft beer than a local band playing all your favorite dance tunes?
    Fri.-Sun., May 26-28
    Fredericksburg
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    Donate Blood, Get Free Queso

    We Are Blood partners with Kerbey Lane to reward blood donors with a free queso voucher.
    May 15-31. Free.  
    We 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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    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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    Dripping Springs Fair & Rodeo

    The weekend will be full of fun and excitement. Rodeo performances on both Saturday and Sunday night. Live music featuring Braydon Zink on Saturday night at 9:30pm.
    May 26-28. $10-15.  
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    Family Yoga

    A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together.
    Saturdays, noon-1pm. Free.  
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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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    Free Meditation Classes

    Get a brief intro and experience Sahaja Yoga, a method of meditation that takes you beyond mental, emotional, and physical activity and allows you to experience the true self which lies within.
    Tuesdays, 7:15pm; Saturdays, 10:30am. Free.
    Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center, 8711 Burnet Rd. Suite A-12
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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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    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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    Gus Garcia Mural Unveiling

    See the stunning mural produced by artist Lindsey Millikan through the city's Art in Public Places program, which depicts Austin's first elected Latino mayor.
    Sat., May 27, 9am. Free.  
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    Have You Eaten

    An interactive community event that celebrates diverse Asian cultures through food and drink while honoring what makes us different. Find tons of treats at the pop-up cafe, try a hand-pulled noodle class and tasting, craft at a fabric napkin block printing workshop, and join a conversation about food as a love language.
    Sat., May 27, 11am-5pm. $25-90.  
    Dottiewood Studios, 1601 Headway Circle
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    Kerrville Folk Festival

    Tony and Grammy award winner and 2003 New Folk winner Anais Mitchell returns to kick off the 51st year of the 18-day festival at the Quiet Valley Ranch south of town.
    Thu., May 25-Sun., June 11
    Kerrville
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    National Tour de Tush

    The Tour de Tush is a nationwide virtual cycling event hosted by the Colon Cancer Coalition, and raises awareness and funds for colon cancer research. Join solo or with a team along with participants from around the world.
    Throughout May. $33 (includes T-shirt and medal).  
    Virtual
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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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    North Loop Pop Up Market

    Lonesome Wolf Vintage hosts a market packed with vintage goods, jewelry, art, food, and more, with a DJ set from Tropicana Joe.
    Sat., May 27, 10am-4pm. Free.
    Beardbrand Campus, 1000 E. 51st
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    Power of Love: A Throwback Eighties Rave

    Bust out your most bodacious fashions for this one.
    Sat., May 27, 10pm. $15.  
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    Puppy Yoga Benefiting Austin Pets Alive!

    Enjoy a one-of-a-kind yoga experience that combines the joy of puppy playtime with a relaxing, beginner-friendly yoga class led by a certified instructor. You'll connect with adoptable puppies and have plenty of playtime, and can even go home with one that steals your heart.
    Sat.-Sun., May 27-28, 11am & 1pm. $25.
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    Saturday Morning Caffeine Cruise

    Join Social Cycling Austin for a ride starting and ending at the bike swap meet with a stop at Metz Park.
    Sat., May 27, 10:30am  
    FrankenBike at BikeTexas, 900 Springdale
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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-7pm  
    Waxahachie
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    SFC Farmers' Market: 20th Anniversary

    In addition to the weekly farmers' market, enjoy live music, crafts, chef demonstrations, and a birthday bash that's been two decades in the making – all free, family-friendly, and in support of the Sustainable Food Center.
    Through May 27. Saturdays, 9am-1pm  
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    SIMS Foundation Feel Good Music Festival

    With two days of live music, drinks, food, local vendors, and more, with Sunday featuring "Bob vs. Bob," a star-studded affair with artists performing Dylan and Marley tunes. Proceeds benefit musician mental health nonprofit SIMS Foundation.
    May 27-28. $25 advance; $30 at the door; $40 for two-day pass.  
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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. 27  
    Submit online
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    Thom’s Market Summer Kickoff Party

    Sample free tastings from 15+ local food, wine, and beer makers while DJ Donavin Velez spins the best in house, disco, and hip-hop.
    Sat., May 27, 2-5pm. Free.
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    Trot for Trans Lives

    Cal Dobbs continues his transcontinental run across America with this 5K jaunt in Austin. Show up at the Capitol or virtually, and support trans & intersex folks effected by anti-LGBTQ legislation. Funds raised go to local & national orgs like Transgender Education Network of Texas, the Mahogany Project, National Center for Transgender Equality, and Black Trans Leadership of Austin.
    Sat., May 27, 10am. $35 in-person; $25 virtual.  
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    Vortex Summer Youth Theatre: Auditions for 'The Memo'

    The Vortex seeks students ages 13-17 to participate in Summer Youth Theatre 2023. Now in its thirty-first year, this award-winning, tuition-free program rehearses and performs evenings and weekends in June and July. Rehearsals culminate in a full production of The Memo (also known as The Memorandum) by Václav Havel, to be staged for the public July 21-29. Note: Students of any ethnicity, gender, ability/disability, economic background, and experience level are welcome to audition to be a part of an ensemble of diverse youth training together to present this stylish satire, as directed by Jelena Stojiljkovic Rhynes. Auditions and interviews: May 24 and 31, by appointment only. See website for details.
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    Wine Festival

    This annual fundraiser features more than 75 wines and craft beers along with local foods and vendors for a good cause.
    Sat., May 27, 2-11pm. $25.
    Rockport
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    Woom Showroom

    Join premium kids’ bike brand woom for a special opening of the woom showroom. Test out the bikes, meet a woomster expert to find the best bike for your kid, and enjoy some outdoor fun on the track! Limited helmets will be provided for test rides, but if you are able, please bring your own.
    Sat., May 27, 9am-2pm. Free.
    Woom Bikes USA Headquarters, 8301 Springdale #800
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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

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