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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-2pmButler Park -
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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 5Long Center for the Performing Arts
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H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4 Concert & Fireworks
Spend Independence Day with family and friends enjoying a stunning fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.Tue., July 4, 8pm. Free; VIP experiences available. -
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Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic w/ Willie Nelson & Family, Tyler Childers, Dwight Yoakam, Shakey Graves, Shane Smith & the Saints, Sierra Ferrell, Asleep at the Wheel, Particle Kid
For the second year in a row, the Red Headed Stranger brings his annual Independence Day bash back to Austin FC’s home turf, marking the 50th anniversary of the time-honored Austin tradition. This year’s iteration sees Kentucky crooner Tyler Childers, honky-tonk hero Dwight Yoakam, and Austin swing stars Asleep at the Wheel returning as headliners. Festival first-timers Sierra Ferrell, Shakey Graves, and Shane Smith & the Saints bring fresh energy to the family affair. The big man himself closes out the night’s festivities with the help of a stadium-grade firework show. Remaining tickets run anywhere between $60 and $600.Tue., July 4, 2pm -
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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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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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African American Virtual Genealogy Bootcamp
African American Vintage Genealogy hosts a virtual genealogy bootcamp for novices, moderate users, and specialists to discover their roots.Tue., July 4. $18.65.Virtual -
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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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Buddhist Book Study
Do you enjoy contemplating the deep questions that come with being human? Join conversations facilitated by Asenath Avinash based on Buddhist books from great teachers to explore these questions and meditate. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Cedar Park Fourth of July
Cedar Park Parks & Rec offers live music, carnival rides, inflatables, concessions, fireworks, and a movie in the park immediately following the fireworks show.Tue., July 4, 5-11:30pm -
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Dog Party! Build-a-Treat for the Fourth of July
Give your furry friend something new to play with during the evening's festivities.Tue., July 4, 3-5pm. $10.Zoom Room, 7739 Northcross; 5300 S. MoPac (near Target) -
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Donate Blood, Get a Free Taco
We Are Blood teams up with Rudy's BBQ to offer blood and platelet donors a voucher for a free breakfast taco.July 1-15. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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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 -
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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 -
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Fireman’s July Fourth Celebration and Lee County Sheriff’s Posse Fury on the Fourth
The Sheriff’s Posse and Volunteer Fire Department join together for a day of barbecue, rides on the antique merry-go-round, championship bull riding, and fireworks.Tue., July 4Giddings -
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Fourth of July Fireworks Show on the Hill
An evening full of fun and fellowship with live music, lawn games, face painting, and food trucks Lono's Southern Cooking and Keto Cuisine, capped off with a viewing of the fireworks. BYOBBB: blankets, beverages, and bug spray.Tue., July 4, 7:30-10:30pm. Free.The Hill, 1700 Woodland -
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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 -
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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 Fitness at Fareground
Get grounded with a high-intensity outdoor workout powered by Swift Fit Events.Tuesdays, 6pm. Free. -
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteers Welcome
Home improvement donation and resale shop Habitat ReStore is a cool place to find treasure and make friends. Volunteers enjoy setting up displays, arranging merch, receiving donations, and keeping everything organized.Ongoing. Free.Locations in South & North Austin and San Marcos -
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Hapé Ceremony & Community Potluck
A sacred tobacco ceremony and sound healing opening with intention and calling in guides, angels, and master teachers, leading to a shamanic ceremony with hapé and meditation. Stay after for a vegan potluck.First Tuesdays, 1:11pm. $44. -
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Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival
Enjoy shopping with over 40+ vendors, a full lineup of live music, carnival rides, water games, and complimentary face painting, capped off with a stellar fireworks show.Tue., July 4. Free. -
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Kalahari KABOOM!
An electrifying extravaganza with fireworks and fam-friendly fun like live music, a bounce house park, petting zoo, face painting, balloon artists, a VR game truck, and more.Tue., July 4, 5-10pm -
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LegalLine
On the first Tuesday of every month, obtaining good, simple legal advice is easy. Just call 512/472-8303 for LegalLine, the free legal advice hotline sponsored by Austin Lawyer Referral Service. Attorney volunteers can answer questions and give brief legal advice concerning many areas of law.First Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Free. -
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O. Henry Museum: Lone Star Limericks
The O. Henry Museum presents an open call to writers to submit original limericks that pertain to Austin or Texas – your fave (or least favorite) person, city, animal, allergen, etc. – via the online form as a video, image, or text through July 22, to be judged by the public through July 31.Through July 22; winners notified Aug. 1. Free. -
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Put a Bird on It: International Owl Day Tattoo Contest
In celebration of International Owl Day (Aug. 4), Blue Owl Brewing has partnered up with the Travis Audubon Society for a contest that could win you a free tattoo at Austin Tattoo Company. Submit photos of your owl ink through July 28 to be entered in a slideshow for Owl Day, where the winner will be announced.Contest runs through July 28; event is Fri., Aug. 4, 7pm. Free. -
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Red, White, and Buda
Spend the day in the park enjoying the parade, food, vendors, and music followed by fireworks.Tue., July 4, 9am-10pmBuda -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Sugar Land. A festive week starts off with an Independence Day celebration including a fireworks show. Thursday is dog-friendly for Pints & Pups and includes a "Brew Review" with beverage samplings around the ballpark. Friday features a Nolan Ryan bobblehead giveaway and fireworks. Saturday is Yellowstone night capped off with a Spazmatics concert, and Sunday has lots on offer for kiddos, including a Lego activity and screening of Ninjago: Dragons Rising.July 4-9. Tue., 6:35pm; Wed.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm -
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Soldier Songs and Voices: Reveille Review & Guitar Drive
Nonprofit Soldier Songs and Voices, which provides free instruments and songwriting lessons to veterans, presents a concert featuring George Ensle, Sir Woman, David Ramirez, Paige Plaisance, and more, including founder/director Dustin Welch. Donations of a musical instrument get you in free.Tue., July 4, 7pm. $20; free with donation of musical instrument. -
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Southern Walnut Creek Trail Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a weekly 20-mile ride followed by socializing at an Eastside bar.Tuesdays, 7:30-10pm -
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Still Brewing Art
The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.San Antonio -
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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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The Loren at Lady Bird Lake Celebrates Independence Day
The luxury hotel just across the river from Downtown offers stunning views and a primo location for celebrating the holiday. They offer special room packages, curated picnic baskets for the fireworks show at Auditorium Shores, and seasonal items at hotel restaurant Nido.Tue., July 4 -
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Throwback Throwdown
Vintage gaming fans can play all the classics: NES, SNES, Sega, Playstation, Nintendo 64, and more.First Tuesdays, 9am-12mid. Free. -
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Trivia Tuesday
Weekly sponsors bring prizes and swag, and first through third place winners get a gift certificate.Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Free.Anchor Bar, 2702-B Parker Dr., Round Rock -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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We Are Blood’s Battle of the Badges Blood Donor Contest
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office, Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department, and Austin-Travis County EMS will “battle” it out to see who can recruit the most blood donors; the department to receive the most votes via donors is declared the winner.June 26-July 5. Free.We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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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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