Home Events Community

for Mon., June 5
  • 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-2pm  
    Butler Park
  • 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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
Recommended
  • Community

    Sports

    Free Weekly Workouts at Waterloo Greenway

    Get your feel-good movement on in a beautiful outdoor space with Castle Hill Fitness and various other community studios. Mondays feature yoga and live music, Tuesdays will offer energetic fitness or dance-based workouts, and Sundays are for self-care with an eclectic mix of mindful movement.
    Through June 6. Mon. & Tue., 6pm; Sun., 9am. Free.  
All Events
  • Community

    Out of Town

    "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, 2023  
    Ruby City, San Antonio
  • Community

    Events

    Austin Habitat for Humanity Volunteers Wanted!

    Habitat is looking for folks ages 18 and up to assist in building six new homes in Northeast Austin. You'll learn new skills, do something great for the community, and maybe get a free T-shirt.
    Ongoing
  • Community

    Events

    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  
  • Community

    Events

    Donate Blood, Get Free Pizza

    We Are Blood teamed up with Mr. Gatti's to reward blood and platelet donors for a voucher good for a medium pizza.
    June 1-15
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Ethics Review Commission Special Called Meeting

    See agenda for details, including how to sign up for public communication.
    Mon., June 5, 6pm  
  • Community

    Events

    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  
  • Community

    Events

    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  
  • Community

    Events

    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.
  • Community

    Events

    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
  • Community

    Events

    Japanese Language Summer Classes

    Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students can all take advantage of convenient online classes that immerse students in Japanese language and culture.
    Starting June 5. $200.
    Online
  • Community

    Out of Town

    Kerrville Folk Festival

    Tony and Grammy award winner and 2003 New Folk winner Anais Mitchell returns to kick off the 51st year of the 18-day festival at the Quiet Valley Ranch south of town.
    Thu., May 25-Sun., June 11
    Kerrville
  • Community

    Sports

    Mañana Mosey

    Join Mañana Dos and Nike for a scenic community 5K trail run followed by free breakfast tacos, SOMI Matcha drinks, giveaways, and Nike shoe trials.
    Mon., June 5, 7am. Free.
    Mañana Dos, 111 Sandra Muraida Way #101
  • Community

    Events

    Music Open Mic

    Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.
    Mondays, 8-10pm  
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Public Safety Commission Meeting

    This commission advises City Council on budgetary and policy matters related to the Austin Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. See agenda for details.
    First Mondays, 4pm  
  • Community

    Events

    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. 27  
    Submit online
  • Community

    Events

    We Are Blood Giving Double Campaign

    Double your giving this month in one fell swoop: Blood and platelet donors at We Are Blood can choose either Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society as recipients of a $5 donation from WRB. As part of the campaign, they'll host blood drives at Austin Humane Society (124 W. Anderson, Thu., June 15, 11am-1:30pm) and at the Central Texas Food Bank (6500 Metropolis, Tue., June 20, 11am-2pm).
    June 1-30. Free.
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
  • Community

    Kids

    Youth Academy Beginning Japanese Intensive

    Kids will learn about Japanese language and culture at a three-week online intensive presented by the Japan-America Society of Greater Austin.
    Begins June 5. $650.
    Online
Ongoing
  • Community

    Civic Events

    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

Information is power. Support the free press, so we can support Austin.   Support the Chronicle