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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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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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November 2022 General Election
Vote anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Vote Aquí" sign, and learn about what's on the ballot at austinchronicle.com/elections. Need help getting to the polls? Capital Metro is waiving all fares on election day, including bus, rail, and pickup services, and bike rental service MetroBike is free with the code BIKETOVOTE2022. Lyft is offering half-price rides to the polls with the code VOTE22. You can also request a ride from RideShare2Vote.com. Remember: If you're in line by 7pm, you are allowed to vote. Learn more about voting rights here.Election day: Tue., Nov. 8Travis County
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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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Antique Week
Hundreds of dealers line Hwy. 237 with collectibles, vintage goods, and the unimaginable.Fri.-Sat., Oct. 21-29Round Top and surrounding communities -
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Austin Community College Spring Registration
ACC welcomes all to explore and learn about the 100+ programs they offer to Austinites. Start planning now for the spring semester starting in January 2023.Beginning Oct. 17 for current/former students; Oct. 31 for new students -
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Austin Ice Bats
See the NA3HL ice hockey team face off for three home games against the Mid Cities Jr. Stars.Oct. 28-30. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4:45pm -
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Austin Mayoral Candidate Forum
Candidates for mayor in the Nov. 8 election will engage each other in a thoughtful discussion of the most pressing issues facing young people in Austin.Fri., Oct. 28, noon-1:30pm. Free. -
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Bat City Scaregrounds
Haunted houses, live music, Vegas-style performances, seasonal food, and more over 15 scary acres. We've got our eye on "Gay Satan's Sideshow From Hell."Oct. 27-31Bat City Scaregrounds, 14101 South Turnersville Road, Buda -
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Blanco Marigold Festival
Learn about the magic of marigolds with a film screening, art activities, and more.Oct. 22-30. Free.Blanco -
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Cavern Fall Fest
Just a short jaunt from town, this family-friendly fest features a host of free activities, including a mini hay maze, live music, seasonal menu items, and a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket to those in costume. On Halloween weekend, the Cavern Crew hosts trick or treating in the Discovery Village area, 3-5pm.Sat.-Sun. in October, 10am-5pm -
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Community Fitness Classes
For the fitness-curious and those on a budget, Castle Hill offers a wide selection of discounted classes throughout the week – just look for the "Community" name in the title.Ongoing. $15 for one class, $100 for 10. -
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Critical Mass
Costumes are always encouraged for this massive bike ride, but especially this month for Halloween!Fri., Oct. 28, 6pm -
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Critical Mass
Join a huge group ride for bicycles, skates, skateboards, and one-wheeled devices, plus a Halloween costume contest, roller disco, and afterparty.Fri., Oct. 28, 8pm25 Pedernales -
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Donate Blood, Get a Burger
No tricks, just treats from Whataburger as a bonus when you donate blood through the end of the month.Oct. 15-31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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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 Pumpkin Festival
A family-friendly, kid-focused event on a beautifully shaded farmstead, with tons of activities beyond the pumpkin patch: live music, art, games, a hay maze, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, and so much more. A portion of proceeds will go to the Friends of the Pound House Foundation.Through Oct. 31, 10am-7pm (closed Tuesdays). $5 weekdays; $10 weekends.Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, 419 Founders Park Rd., Dripping Springs -
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Fierce Whiskers Pumpkin Patch
Visit the distillery Friday evenings for Halloween movie screenings, and pick a pumpkin from the patch all month.Oct. 7-31. Thu.-Fri., 4-10pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-10pm. Free. -
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Fossilmania XL
Not a gem or mineral show, this show’s dedicated to fossils and paleontology with vendors, free collecting field trips, activities, and a guided tour of dinosaur tracks.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 28-30. Free.Glen Rose -
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Freaky Friday Trap 'N' Paint
A fun and creative happy hour with costumes encouraged, followed by an afterparty. All art supplies and instruction provided.Fri., Oct. 28, 7:30pm. $40.Down South Cajjun Eats, 15630 Vision Dr., Pflugerville -
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Free Fitness Classes
Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.Ongoing. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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HalloQueen
Kick-off your Halloweekend with a drag show hosted by Eileen Dover featuring Xtra, Maxine LaQueene, and Cheri Bomb.Fri., Oct. 28, 9pmThe Copperhead Club, 2120 E. Riverside -
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Halloween Costume Contest at Pinballz
Special guest judges from all across Texas will vote on their favorite costumes: kids at 7pm, adults at 9pm. Adult categories will be scariest, sexiest, funniest, and most original.Fri., Oct. 28 -
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Haunted Halloween: A Scooby-Doo Party
Dress up as your favorite character, villain, or even a g-g-g-ghost! Scoob and Shaggy will be on hand for photos, and they'll have plenty of drinks, Jello shots, and of course, Scooby snacks.Fri., Oct. 28, 9pm-2am. Free entry, 21+.Thirsty Nickel, 325 E. Sixth -
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Haunted II
Two nights of thrills, chills, and frills curated by Leah Bury and Loria Mendoza of Red Light Lit. Friday features performances from Gothess Jasmine, Baldie Loxx, Noella Grey, and the Imaginary Band, plus an installation by TVHead ATX. Come back Saturday night for a chance to wear the crowns of Halloween king and queen.Oct. 28-29, Fri., 7pm; Sat., 9pm. $10-20. -
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House of Torment
The ultimate haunted house with three new themes featuring elaborate sets, iconic characters, towering animatronic monsters, and terrifying scenarios.Through Nov. 5. Open daily Oct. 12-31 and select weekend days otherwise -
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Infamous Wrestling: Brujeria
Costumes are encouraged for a Halloweeny wrestling show.Fri., Oct. 28, 7pm. $20. -
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Levitation
Levitation returns to Downtown music venues Antone's, Empire Control Room & Garage, Hotel Vegas, Mohawk, Parish, the Scoot Inn, and Stubb's right before Halloween. The four-day festival includes performances from acts such as the Jesus & the Mary Chain, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, and the Black Angels.Oct. 27-30Various locations Downtown -
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Monkeypox Resources
Monkeypox is still on the scene, and Austin Public Health has expanded the availability of vaccines; check your eligibility via a survey with Wellness Equity Alliance via the link below. If you have symptoms, see your health care provider for testing. If you do not have a provider, call APH at 512/972-5560.Ongoing -
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MythiCon 2022
The first-ever, exclusive, in-person, unforgettable weekend of Mythicality, meticulously curated by Rhett & Link and the Mythical Crew. Immerse yourself in all things Mythical with live shows, meet & greets, music, dance, games, rides, food, drink, and more surprises than you can shake a friggin' stick at.Fri., Oct. 28. $299.Star Hill Ranch, 15000 Hamilton Pool Rd., Bee Cave -
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National Votes for Women Trail and Lone Star Legacy Recognition
Celebrate the site's award and learn about the trail that honors women's suffrage.Fri., Oct. 28, 10am -
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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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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Pumpkin Nights
Venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover the Forbidden City, a Pirate’s Cove, and more fantastical lands built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in the Village festival area.Sept. 22-Oct. 30. Mon., Wed. & Thu., 6-11pm; Fri.-Sun., 6-11:30pm. $14-26; kids under 3, free. -
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Roots & Wings Festival
Celebrate trees, butterflies, bees, and nature in our city with over 50 events happening throughout the city, with special significance this year as Austin was recently certified as a Bee City USA affiliate.Through Nov. 5Citywide -
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Shorty's Final Weekend
Port A's "oldest and friendliest" bar is moving, and they're going out in style with a full weekend of live music including the legendary Joe "King" Carrasco on Halloween. Toast to its seven-plus decades and wish them well on the move on the current location's final day, Nov. 1, and throw in $100 to the fundraiser to get a commemorative T-shirt and an invite to the opening party at the new spot.Oct. 28-Nov. 1Shorty's Place, Port Aransas -
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Silo of Screams
Wanna scream? Visit this 30K-square-foot collection of five full-size haunts, including the Van Winkle Memorial Hospital, HER Wicked Way, a postapocalyptic incinerator, and a funhouse full of bloodthirsty clowns.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 28-31, 8-11pm. $25.Silo of Screams, 1511 Industrial Blvd., Temple -
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Slow North Walk-Up Candle Bar
Swing by the historic hotel for a special candlemaking experience in a stylish setting.Fri., Oct. 28, 4-7pm. $35.Driskill Hotel, 604 Brazos -
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SpiritLandia (Day of the Dead) River Parade
The weekend begins with a parade of elaborately decorated floats on Thursday at 6:30pm and continues with music and community activities.Thu.-Sun., Oct. 27-30San Antonio -
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Studio San Martian Halloween Show w/ TC Superstar, Maddie & the Deadnames
Music, live painters, and a costume contest.Fri., Oct. 28, 9pm. $10. -
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Texas Fleece and Fiber Festival
Learn all about the many natural fibers raised in Texas, see sheepdog demonstrations, and browse among the wares of vendors.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 28-30Kerrville -
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Texas Pumpkin Fest
Tons of fall family fun beyond the patch: a Ferris wheel, "Tent of Terror," games, train rides, axe-throwing, and lots more. Attractions are limited Tue.-Thu., but it's free for all on Tuesdays, only $5 Wed.-Thu., and on Wednesdays is free for military, veterans, and first responders.Oct. 8-30. Tue.-Sun., 10am-7pm. $5-10.8760 FM 2243, Leander -
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Texas State Volleyball
Vs. Arkansas State.Oct. 28-29. Fri., 6pm; Sat., 1pmStrahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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The Black Fund Now Accepting Applications
The Austin Community Foundation has opened a request for proposals for the Black Fund, which will award 16 grants totaling $340,000 in first round of funding to "unleash the power of Black-led organizations and uplift solutions to benefit the Black community in Central Texas." Get details and apply online.Deadline: Nov. 18 -
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Trap N Paint: Halloween Edition
A fun painting class with supplies and instruction included, set to today's best music.Fri., Oct. 28, 7:30pm. $40.Down South Cajjun Eats, 15630 Vision Dr., Pflugerville -
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Vampire vs. Slayer Ball
Jigglewatts Burlesque Review and Caleb De Casper perform at a party for creatures of the night presented by Phantom Fest.Fri., Oct. 28, 8-11pm. Free. -
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Volunteer With TCDP
With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.OngoingVarious locations -
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Youth Poetry Contest
Orpheus Academy of Music invites students ages 6-12 to submit poems about either making music with friends or making music to change the world, with the winning poem being used as part of an original composition to be performed live at the historic Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Grand prize also includes $500 and a month of free lessons!Submissions due Nov. 1. Free. -
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Youth Theatre Presents Frozen Jr.
A show with a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, sure to thaw even the coldest heart.Oct. 27-30. $10.The Chambers Theatre, 121 Main St., Buda
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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
