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    Rodeo Austin

    Two weeks of family-friendly fun, including ProRodeo action, live music, carnival games and attractions, a beer & wine garden, food trucks, a livestock show, and more.
    March 12-26. $10, adults; $5, children 12 and under.  
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    94th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays

    The annual event hosting high school, collegiate, and professional track & field athletes from around the world returns to normal after two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
    Wed.-Sat., March 23-26  
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    AISD Pride Week

    Austin ISD provides information and activities coinciding with National LGBT Health Awareness Week, concluding with the PRIDE OUT! Party in the Park at Eastside Early College High School Saturday, 10am-1pm, with community resources, interactive activities, performances, and celebration.
    March 21-26. Party: Sat., March 26, 10am-1pm  
    Austin ISD schools all week. Pride party, 900 Thompson
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    Donate Blood, Get Free Pancakes

    Donate blood or platelets with We Are Blood and get a voucher for a free short stack from IHOP. Schedule an appointment online or by phone at 512/206-1266.
    Through March 25  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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    International Music Festival

    Internationally acclaimed musicians, including the Austin Troubadours, bring their talents to evening performances in the beautiful San Fernando Cathedral.
    March 23-27. Free, but tickets required.  
    San Antonio
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    NASCAR at COTA

    Vroom, vroom! It's a full weekend of racing with the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Camping World Truck Series. Plus tons more fun like circus-style attractions, pig races, a dog show, artists, and more. A variety of ticket packages are available, including camping so you can get the full NASCAR experience.
    Fri.-Sun., March 25-27. adults, $25-275; kids, free-$165.  
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    Texas Stars

    Vs. Milwaukee Admirals. Arrive early for a poster giveaway at Saturday's game.
    Fri.-Sat., March 25-26, 7pm  
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    "Les Diners de Gala" by Salvador Dalí

    The Spanish surrealist painter illustrated the cookbook Gala’s Dinners in 1973 that included 136 recipes by French chefs. This traveling exhibit features 12 lithographs that were released in conjunction with the book and are some of his most unique experimental prints.
    Jan. 15-March 27. Free.  
    Noël Art Museum, San Angelo
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    AHS Car Raffle

    The Austin Humane Society and Roger Beasley Mazda are teaming up to celebrate two major milestones with their annual raffle: AHS will celebrate its 70th anniversary, and RBM will celebrate its 50th anniversary, so they’re “Wheelin’ in the Years” and raffling off a beautiful Mazda 2021 MX-5 Miata Grand Touring convertible. Each ticket purchase provides one night of safe and warm shelter, nutritious food, quality medical care, and lots of love for a cat or dog who is waiting to find a home. Raffle ticket purchases must be made by a Texas resident over 18.
    Drawing held Sat., April 9, noon. $20 each or three for $50.  
    Buy online
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    Alamo Austin Air's Community Canine Contest

    Alamo Austin Air Conditioning & Heating is raising awareness about animals in need with a special contest. All you have to do is vote online for your favorite shelter, and everyone wins something. The contestants are PAWS Shelter, Austin Pets Alive!, and Austin Humane Society. You can vote once a day.
    Feb. 15-March 31. Free.  
    Vote online
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    Atelier Beauté Chanel Pop-Up

    Stop in this fragrance and beauty workshop to try products and get skilled guidance.
    March 11-April 24. Free.  
    1009 S. Congress
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    Austin FC X Pluckers Trivia Night

    Win a chance to score with an Austin FC player at Pluckers Wing Bar's trivia night. Keep an eye on Pluckers' social media pages to enter the contest; three winners and guests will compete with two Verde MVPs.
    Contest: ongoing; trivia night: Wed., April 6, 7-10pm. Free.  
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    Helen Lee Estate Daffodil Gardens

    Every year Mrs. Lee’s 816-acre tract becomes covered in blooming gold daffodils along a 4-mile trail.
    Mid-February through March. By donation.  
    Gladewater
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    Huston-Tillotson Baseball

    A round of doubleheaders vs. University of Houston-Victoria.
    Fri., March 25, noon; Sat., March 26, 1pm  
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    Huston-Tillotson Softball

    Vs. University of Houston-Victoria. Fri., March 25, 1pm (doubleheader). Vs. Concordia. Tue., March 29, 5pm (doubleheader)  
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    In Full Bloom Adult Paint Night

    Sip cocktails and enjoy snacks and music as you paint ceramic bowls. All supplies provided.
    Fri., March 25, 5-8pm. $30.  
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    KUTX Rock the Park

    Bring blankets or stadium cushions and settle in for a family-friendly concert.
    Fri., June 3, 6:30pm. Free.  
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    Margarita Madness

    Patrons get to decide which of 16 popular restaurants make the best margarita in Port A. Contestants are eliminated with weekly tabulations of online voting until the winner is decided on the final day.
    March 11-April 8  
    Port Aransas
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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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    No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology

    Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.
    April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm  
    Museum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria
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    Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

    Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
    Final deadline: Aug. 20  
    Apply online
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    Sienna Star Local Musician Contest

    New luxury apartment community Sienna at the Thompson is seeking its inaugural musician-in-residence, and all local musicians are welcome to apply by uploading a one-minute video on FB or Instagram using the hashtag #siennastar. Finalists perform at a concert emceed by Anne Hudson, and the winner gets a year of free rent in exchange for 25 hours per month of live performance and creative content. This place is deee-luxe, with rents starting at around $2,300, so the winner will be living like a rock star.
    Enter through April 1; finalists perform Sat., April 9, 3-5pm. Free.  
    Apply online; concert at Wax Myrtle's, 506 San Jacinto
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    Southwestern University Baseball

    Vs. Texas Lutheran.
    March 25-26. Fri., 6pm; Sat., noon (doubleheader)  
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    Southwestern University Softball

    Vs. Texas Lutheran. March 25-26. Fri., 5pm; Sat. 1pm (doubleheader). Vs. Hardin-Simmons. Tue., March 29, 4pm (doubleheader).  
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    Spring Home & Garden Show

    Homeowners and garden enthusiasts can meet with and learn from top home and garden industry experts at hundreds of booths and displays. Friday is Hero Day, with free admission for active military, veterans, and first responders. Sunday is Teacher Day, with educators and school faculty getting free admission.
    March 25-27. Fri., noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun., 11am-6pm  
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    St. Edward's University Softball

    Doubleheader vs. West Texas A&M. Fri., March 25, 1pm. Doubleheader vs. Eastern New Mexico. Sun., March 27, noon.  
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    Texas Pinball Festival

    Test your skill as a pinball wizard on more than 400 vintage and new pinball machines, tour the National Videogame Museum, meet game designers, and more.
    Fri.-Sun., March 25-27  
    Frisco
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    Texas State Baseball

    Vs. Coastal Carolina.
    March 25-27. Fri., 6pm; Sat., 2:30pm; Sun., 1pm  
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    The Angelina Eberly Luncheon

    The signature event of the Austin History Center Association brings together business associates, co-workers, and city leaders, as well as newcomers and longtime residents who share a love of Austin history.
    Fri., March 25, 11:30am. $200, nonmembers; $150, members.  
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    The Boozy Cauldron

    A four-part pop-up cocktail experience that takes guests on a magical journey with stories of the famous Boozy Cauldron Tavern and the ghosts that still haunt the establishment.
    Through April 2. Thu.-Sat., 6 & 8pm. $55.  
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    The Brick Bar

    Relive your childhood at this LEGO-inspired pop-up bar featuring over 1 million blocks. Build the creation of your childhood dreams and get involved in building challenges, table tennis tournaments, and plenty more.
    Fri.-Sun., March 25-27. $22.  
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    Tulipalooza

    A fundraiser for area charities, this 10-day event includes thousands of colorful tulips for sale, music, food trucks, and local vendors.
    March 18-27  
    Waxahachie
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    Virtual Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    Online
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    World Golf Championships Dell Technologies Match Play

    Single-day and weekly tickets are available for the tournament featuring the best golfers in the world.
    March 23-27  
    Austin Country Club

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