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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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History of Television: Halloween
Special Event: Six full hours of made-for-TV horror movies and episodes from the Seventies and Eighties, with all the ghosts, Frankensteins, and Draculas you can handle. Also simulcast live on Austin Public and YouTube. Free admission.Mon., Oct. 31, 6:30pm. Free.
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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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Allhallowtide Mushroom Hunts
Join mycologists David Lewis, Alan Rockefeller, and Jay Justice for a spooky three days of exploration in the deep East Texas forests.Mon., Oct. 31. $15 and up.East Texas (location emailed to ticket buyers) -
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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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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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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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Costume Contest Party
Nadine Hughes and Adam Stone host a costume contest for the ages, with cash prizes awarded to those who win.Mon., Oct. 31, 11pm -
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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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Free Beginner Two-Step Lessons
Join Double or Nothing Two-Step for a free class followed by live music and dancing.Mondays, 6:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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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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Free Intermediate Two-Step Lessons
Join Double or Nothing Two-Step for a free class followed by live music and dancing.Mondays, 8:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Free Monday Tango
A delightful night of dance starts with an intro to authentic Argentine tango (no experience or partner needed) with Gustavo Simplis, and continues with two hours of social dancing with DJ G.Mondays, 6:30-10pm -
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Ghoulderfest
Austin Bouldering Project's bash begins with a kids' hour (5-6pm), with a scavenger hunt, face painting, trick-or-treating, and a costume contest. Then from 6 to 10pm the grownup ghouls get in on the fun with yoga, blacklight climbing, tarot, adult bevs, and more, with a costume contest at 8:30.Mon., Oct. 31, 5-10pm -
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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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Halloween Costume Contest at Pinballz
Special guest judges including Mighty Morphin Power Rangers star Steve Cardenas will vote on their favorite costumes in categories of scariest, sexiest, funniest, and most original.Mon., Oct. 31, 9pm -
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Halloween Park N Hang
Austin Speed Shop, Tough Enuff & Kontinentals CC present a "Monday from hell" with music from DJ Coop, a holiday tintype photo booth, a costume contest with prizes, and brews from Austin Beerworks.Mon., Oct. 31, 7pm. Free. -
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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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Hyperreal Film Club Villain's Ball
Hotel Vegas, Hyperreal, and Jocelyn Simone present a night stacked with horrors and delights: a costume contest precedes a Scream screening on the patio, followed by live music from Sabrina Ellis, TC Superstar, Holy Wire, and Lord Friday the 13th. Come geared up as your fave evil overlord or other such villain.Mon., Oct. 31, 7pm. $10 cash at the door. -
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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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Music Open Mic
Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.Mondays, 8-10pm -
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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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Practiquemos Español
If you know some Spanish but are seeking a low-pressure environment to fine-tune it, this is the place.Mondays & Thursdays, 6pm. 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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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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The Texas Chainsaw Masquerade
Sure there's a predictable costume contest, but there will also be the premiere of a new beer, Lagerface.: Donations go to amplifying the voices of artists with disabilities.Mon., Oct. 31, 6-10pm. $10 suggested donation. -
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Trick-or-Treat Feat
Join Austin Parks & Rec for a free family event with activities and prizes at two locations.Mon., Oct. 31, 6:30-8:30pm. Free.Montopolis Rec Center, 1200 Montopolis Dr.; Turner-Roberts Rec Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr. -
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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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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
