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BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration
Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pmBookSpring -
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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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Austin Record Convention
Dealers, collectors, and aficionados gather to share vinyl, CDs, cassettes, posters, shirts, and other music memorabilia from hundreds of vendors. Early-bird shoppers get a day of early access Friday as well as early admission on Saturday and Sunday.Oct. 1-2. Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. See early shop schedule online. $5; $30 for early shop. -
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Debate Watch Party
Join the Travis County Democratic Party and County Judge Andy Brown to root for Beto in the gubernatorial candidate debate happening in Edinburg. With special guest Jamarr Brown, executive director of the Texas Democratic Party.Fri., Sept. 30, 6:30pm
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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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ACL Festival Load-In Closures
With the behemoth of a festival just around the corner, residents can expect road closures and verious lot closures around Zilker as the fest (Oct. 7-9 & 14-16) sets up and breaks down. In addition, the park will be closed for other uses beginning Sept. 26. The city has a handy map and schedule of all the details online for those who want to prepare.Sept. 19-Oct. 21Zilker Park and surrounding area -
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All-Chamber D9 Council Candidate Forum
A partnership between the Diversity and Ethnic Chamber Alliance, Austin Young Chamber, and Austin Chamber of Commerce host a forum for candidates running for City Council in District 9.Fri., Sept. 30, 5:30pm -
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American Indian Heritage Day
Join the Bullock Museum and Great Promise for American Indians in a celebration with activities for school groups and visitors, 10am-2:30pm, and a free public program, 6-8pm.Fri., Sept. 30 -
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An Egg-cellent Reward for Blood Donors
We Are Blood partners with beloved local burger joint P. Terry's to reward blood donors with vouchers for a free egg burger.Sept. 15-30We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Austin Diagnostic Clinic Flu Vaccine Drive-Through
Flu season is upon us, but it couldn't be easier than a drive-through to get vaccinated – find the clinic on the west side of the hospital. It's free with most insurance plans.Fri., Sept. 30, 10am-2pm. $0-35. -
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Back in Black Event
Coinciding with the GTX Film Festival, Dallas-based AC/DC tribute band Back in Black plays a concert with the screening of documentary My Stupid Tribute Band.Fri., Sept. 30. $20. -
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Beer Release & Donation Drive
Meanwhile Brewing Co. is teaming up with Val Verde Border Humanitarian Coalition for a donation drive tied to the release of Val Verde, a green tea lager. They're seeking donations of clothing and new, travel-size toiletries; get details online for what you should bring when you go to try the new brew.Through Oct. 3 -
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Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt
Join CP mascot pup Mischa on a hunt through parks, complete tasks at your own pace, and submit photos to win a prize. Look for scavenger hunt signs at eight locations around Cedar Park and get all the details online.Sept. 1-30 -
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Concert in the Park
Cedar Park Parks & Rec presents a free honky-tonk concert by Weldon Henson, starting with dance lessons from Allyson Lipkin to get into the "Texas swing" of things.Fri., Sept. 30, 6:30pm. Free. -
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Critical Mass
All wheels are welcome for a group ride celebrating infrastructure improvements and ending with a roller disco afterparty with free-to-borrow skates.Fri., Sept. 30, 7:30pm. Free.15 Chicon -
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Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Board
At a special called meeting, the board will hear firsthand accounts from people who've been through Austin's homelessness system and discuss the status of the court, among other business.Fri., Sept. 30, 8am -
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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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Free Concert: The Wrecks
Also featuring streetside pop-up bars, yard games, and photo ops. Find it near Restoration Hardware.Fri., Sept. 30, 7pm -
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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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H-E-B Women's Pro Tennis Open
Tennis pros come from around the world to compete as part of the DropShot tournament series.Sept. 27-Oct. 2. Free. -
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Hangar House Concert
BYOB and finger foods for a north-side concert with south-side vibes, featuring Americana and R&B tunes with a jazzy flair.Fri., Sept. 30, 6:30pm. $20.Breakaway Airpark Hangar, 400 Breakaway Rd., Cedar Park -
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Hill Country Nights
Benefiting the Hill Country Conservancy, this gala features a feast, live auction, and toe-tappin' concert featuring Shinyribs.Fri., Sept. 30, 6pm. $500. -
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
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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Huston-Tillotson Women's Volleyball
Vs. Our Lady of the Lake University.Sept. 30-Oct. 1. Fri., 6pm, Sat., 1pm -
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Lone Star Gourd Festival & Art Show
The Texas Gourd Society presents a fest with gourd-geous art, a gift shop, raffle, giveaways, and more.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 29-Oct. 2. Free.Fredericksburg -
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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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Oktoberfest at Jester King
Jester King pulls out all the stops, with live music, Bavarian food specials, and of course, plenty of beer, plus trivia on Thursday, Drag Bingo on Friday, and keg-rolling and stein-holding contests on Sunday.Sept. 28-Oct. 2 -
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Paws & Pours for AHS
If you'll be out and about in October and you love animals, here's a chance to maximize your fun and support Austin Humane Society. Simply buy a passport and all month you'll get free glasses of wine, free flights, and other paw-some specials at more than two dozen spots, along with a beverage and koozie from Mighty Swell. Buy online or at a kickoff party at Hank's (5811 Berkman, Oct. 4, 4-6pm); Easy Tiger (1501 E. Seventh, Oct. 5, 5-7pm); or Jo's Coffee (1000 E. 41st, Oct. 7, 9-11am).Oct. 1-31. Passes available after Sept. 22. $40.Multiple locations -
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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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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
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 Volunteers Needed
Join Keep Austin Beautiful to assemble activity kits for the fall festival.Sept. 26-Oct. 7 -
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St. Elias Mediterranean Festival
A celebration of Mediterranean cuisine and culture with a variety of food and wine, cocktails by Aperol and Absolut, a shopping bazaar, and music.Sept. 30-Oct. 1. Fri., 6-11pm; Sat., noon-11pm. $5 donation; free before 4pm Oct. 1. -
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Texas State Volleyball
Vs. James Madison.Fri., Sept. 30, 6pmStrahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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The Austin Chronicle Halloween Costume & Home Display Contest
Dressing up this Halloween? Going all out decorating your digs? Send us pics of your spookiest, scariest, most outrageous costumes and home displays for a chance to win a prize pack curated by Culture Editor Richard Whittaker. Winners will be featured in the Oct. 28 issue.Through Oct. 25 -
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Trans-Pecos Festival of Music + Love
Four days of peace, love, music, and workshops in the cool desert featuring Marty Stuart, Heartless Bastards, and many more.Sept. 29-Oct. 1. $135-475.El Cosmico, Marfa -
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Tree of the Year Awards
TreeFolks and Austin Parks & Rec are resurrecting the awards after nearly a decade, and seek noms for favorite trees in five categories. They must be in the city or ETJ limits, publicly accessible, and not a previous winner, but other than that, all bets are off! So get familiar with your urban forest and take note of the best of the branches. See "Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s 'Tree of the Year' Winners," July 31, 2020, for a fun history lesson.Nominate through Sept. 30 -
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Venardos Circus
Former Ringling Bros. ringmaster Kevin Venardos blends world-class animal-free circus acts with a Broadway musical-style format for this big-top show ideal for the whole family.Sept. 21-Oct. 2. Wed.-Fri., 7pm; Sat., 1, 4 & 7pm; Sun., 1 & 4pm -
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Violet Crown Roller Derby Tryouts
Join one or both open practices and tryouts if you're interested in playing the 2023 season.Sun., Sept. 25, 1:30pm; Fri., Sept. 30, 7pmRock Sports Arena, 3918 Gattis School Rd, #102, Round Rock -
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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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Weekly Charitable Silent Auction at Lone Star Court
Visit Lone Star Court each week in September to participate in their charitable silent auction benefitting Partnerships for Children. Hotel guests and locals are invited to bid on big ticket memorabilia, jewelry, vacation packages, historic artwork and more with winners announced each week.Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 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
