This spring's theme is "homegrown," with an exhibition of more than 150 women and LGBTQ+ creatives, small-business owners, designers, and makers from across the Texas South, as well as a curated selection of installations, performances, workshops, and more. Friday includes a plus-size clothing swap; find details online.
Sat.-Sun., May 13-14, 11am-5pm. Free; donations appreciated.
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.
Pick up something for Mom at the local vendor market and enjoy the views and brews. Find them at Vista Saturday, noon-5pm, and Jester King Sunday, 11am-5pm.
Sat.-Sun., May 13-14
Vista Brewing, 13551 RM 150, Driftwood; Jester King Brewery, 13187 Fitzhugh
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.
Master naturalist Andrew Harrod leads a hike offering a glimpse at the plants and animals on this environmental treasure on the banks of Lake Austin and provides insight into the important work of Hill Country Conservancy.
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.
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.
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.
Treat your mom (or yourself!) to a workshop with Say It With Flowers, complemented by a mimosa bar and bevvies from Gin Bar. Use the code MOM2023 for 10% off on Eventbrite.
Grab something for Mom at Sunset Canyon Pottery's annual sale, featuring deeply discounted pottery items with slight imperfections and unique character.
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.