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CelebrASIA
It’s time for you to refresh your familiarity with the many cultures that began on the world’s largest continent – or perhaps you just want to celebrate a heritage that you’re personally familiar with. Either way the Asian American Resource Center hosts an afternoon filled with performances on the indoor stage, classrooms with hands-on experiences, and enough booths and food to keep your minds and stomachs satiated. Check their Eventbrite for parking info and more. – James RenovitchSat., May 3 -
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Kentucky Derby Watch Party & Dachshund Dash
Being so short – the greatest two minutes in sports – the Kentucky Derby has to have a lot of spectacle around it to make it worth your while to gather all these people and horses. Thus we have the hats, the fashion, the fancy drinks, and in this case, the complementary Dachshund Dash, aka the cutest 30 seconds in sports. Eileen Dover hosts this fifth annual full day of spectacle, which also includes a derby hat contest, $1 Coneys, and fabulous frozen mint juleps. – Kat McNevinsSat., May 3Jackalope South Shore, 1523 Tinnin Ford Rd. -
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Pecan Street Festival
We know Austinites don’t typically love change, but due to the Sixth Street shifting situation the biannual Pecan Street Festival has been forced to move to Bee Cave. That doesn’t mean they won’t have the usual bevy of vendors and live music. This year’s live stage is headlined by a tribute to 13th Floor Elevators frontman Roky Erickson and other acts throughout the fest’s two days. Don’t let a different venue scare you off: It might be a tad outside of town, but at least the parking situation will be better. – James RenovitchMay 3-4 -
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The Front Market
Spring got your wallet feeling underused? Yeah, mine neither. But better your dollars go into the hands of the over 175 small-biz vendors lining Future Front TX’s seasonal market. Spread over two days, the smart Front Market shopper will be subject to new vendors each day, chef booths slinging boffo bites, and DJ sets by DJ Helios, Beaujolais, Wyldflower, and HoneyPocket. Need to get a little DIY to offset the spending? Workshops like a Broad Studios Club House clay wheel demo and mending and upcycling with Corinne Loperfido feature on both days. – James ScottMay 3-4 -
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Turkish Food & Craft Festival
Fellow Turkish-American nonprofits Raindrop Foundation Austin and Dialogue Institute partner on this celebration of Turkish and Mediterranean culture. Eat your fill of culinary choices like doner gyro kebab, baklava, and stuffed gözleme – but make sure there’s room enough for you to enjoy that special Turkish coffee. After that zippy sip, you’ll be more than ready to partake in the various cultural exhibits and live music also offered. Kiddos get their own area to play in, too. – James ScottSat., May 3Raindrop Austin, 2650 Gattis School Rd. #700
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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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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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Barks for Beers 2025
Arf, arf: This is my impression of your dog when you tell them about this furry fundraising effort from Divine Canines. Tell their placid doggy faces about how 30 CTX craft breweries are participating, like Celis Brewery and Independence Brewing. Pet their ears and inform your pooch how buying a $30 Pawsport as well as a 2025 pint glass entitles you to a pour at each brewery. At this point, the canine mind might think: Okay, but what do I get out of all this? “Don’t worry,” you say. “Every brewery has promised to be dog-friendly, so we can go together.” Your dog’s response, probably: Woof! – James ScottMay 1 - 31Multiple locations -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market
The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is an essential stop on your Christmas shopping list, but – lucky you – you don’t have to wait till Xmas to make your way back to the BG’s jam-packed aisles. Every weekend for the whole month of May, from 10am-8pm, you can peruse more than 100 regional artists and artisans. Entry is free, the vibe is family-friendly, and the thrill at finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift or primo piece of art to make your house a home – well, that’s priceless. More of a web browser? There are plenty of handmade goodies to tempt you at the Blue Genie online storefront: bluegenieartbazaar.shop.Friday, May 2 - Sunday, May 4; Friday, May 9 - Sunday, May 11; Friday, May 15 - Sunday, May 18; Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26; Friday, May 30 - Sunday, June 1. free. -
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Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!
Beep beep! Make way for this vehicular bird, who springs from author Mo Willem’s Pigeon picture books onto the Zach stage for this family-friendly musical. Originally commissioned by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the production is suitable for kids 3 years old and up – so a perfect pick if you’ve got antsy toddlers yearning to dance and sing during stageplays. Plotwise, this isn’t a challenging piece: When a bus driver disembarks from their seat, a mischievous fowl takes the wheel to expectedly chaotic results. Feathers will fly, I’m told. – James ScottThrough May 18 -
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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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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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Open Canopy
One of the artiest alcoves in town, the Canopy complex sits just off Springdale Road waiting to reveal its treasures. The invitation is even harder to resist on the first Saturday of the month when the galleries, studios, and shops throw open their doors for visitors looking to engage the right side of their brain. Kids and pets are encouraged to enjoy the usual offerings as well, but the complimentary drinks are strictly for the over-21 art-appreciators. – James RenovitchFirst Saturdays -
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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