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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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Austin FC
It's a busy week at Q2 as the Verde face LAFC Friday, 7pm, then the Portland Timbers Wednesday, 8pm.Aug. 26 & 31 -
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Austin's Birthday Bash
The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation celebrates the city's 183rd birthday with five family-friendly events including live music, creative arts, food, and the people who capture the true spirit and authenticity of Austin. Get all the details online.Aug. 13, 19-20, 26 & 28 -
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Merlin Tuttle Day
Mayor Steve Adler proclaimed Aug. 26 as Merlin Tuttle Day to honor his success in saving the city's world-famous bats. Celebrate with a boat party with food, drinks, storytelling, bat-watching, a Q&A, and a chance to win a signed and matted print and more prizes. Join virtually at 7:30pm for the storytelling portion for only $10. Sales and donations support nonprofit Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation.Fri., Aug. 26, 6:30-9:30pm. $100. -
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National Dog Day Parking Lot Party
Bring the whole family for music, face painting, cornhole, and local dog-focused businesses such as Kim Ortiz Portrait Art, Camp Bow Wow, and Lucky Lab Rescue and Adoption.Fri., Aug. 26, 4pmBee Cave Orthodontics, -
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National Dog Day Yappy Hour
Celebrate National Dog Day with some tail-waggin' fun!: Have your pup's picture taken at the Doggie Vacation photo booth with each photo including entry in a raffle to win a doggone good prize.Fri., Aug. 26, 5-7pm -
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PBR Team Series: Austin Gambler Days 2022
The Austin Gamblers open their debut season hosting an action-packed team bull-riding competition with the most exciting eight seconds in sports along with great food, music, and nonstop entertainment. Country star Kane Brown kicks it all off with a preshow concert Friday, and Saturday, head over to Stubb's beforehand for Fan Fest (11am-6pm) with a mechanical bull, meet & greets, and more before the games. A Stubb's afterparty keeps the fun going after the competition. Find more info about the 2023 event here.Aug. 26-28 -
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The People's Market
Las Ofrendas, Frida Friday ATX, and Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation host a market amplifying BIPOC, queer, and emerging creatives and entrepreneurs. This special edition is part of DAA's Austin Birthday Bash and in honor of Women's Equality Day, Las Ofrendas curated an all-woman lineup including an interactive art wall welcoming pieces from the community. Speakers including Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, mayoral candidate Celia Israel, and City Council candidate Daniela Silva will share thoughts as well. Children's activities, dance performances, music, and more fun round out the evening.Fri., Aug. 26, 6-10pm. Free. -
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Two-Step Night
Learn how to two-step for the first time or brush up on your skills with a lesson from Dancin' Austin (7pm), then show off your moves at the dance with live music (7:30-9:30pm).Fri., Aug. 26
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Cacao + Sound Ceremony
An evening of cellular healing and deep relaxation.Fri., Aug. 26, 7-9pm. $15-40 donation.Flow Yoga Westgate, 4477 S. Lamar -
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CD Baby’s DIY Musician Conference
Apropos for the live music capital of the world, this conference will unite and excite musicians ready to take their careers to the next level. Hear speakers, attend workshops, get one-on-one mentorships, and jam with other musicians. Keynotes include superstar songwriters Kara DioGuardi and Ross Golan, who'll host a Shark Tank-style song critique sesh to workshop songs. Get all the details online, and sign up to volunteer at the event to get a free ticket.Aug. 26-28. $149; free for volunteers. -
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Critical Mass
Celebrate cycling and take back the streets in this massive social ride.Fri., Aug. 26, 6-10pm. Free. -
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Critical Mass
All wheels are welcome for a massive bike ride followed by a roller disco afterparty with 100 pairs of free skates available to borrow.Fri., Aug. 26, 7:30pm. Free.15 Chicon -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Wings
Bok bok! In August, blood donors get a tasty reward of a voucher for five chicken wings from Pluckers Wing Bar.Through Aug. 31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Down the Rabbit Hole With Saul Ravencraft
Mind reading, intuition games, strange artifacts, weird tales, and more.Fri., Aug. 26, 8pm -
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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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End of Summer Sale
Get 20-30% off in-store or online on jewelry, books, and locally made, artist-designed gifts and homeware.Aug. 21-27 -
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Fall Art Classes
Art Garage is now registering students for eight- to 12-week classes this fall, which allow your kiddos ages 4-16 to explore several art mediums with certified art educators at afterschool and home school sessions.Classes begin Sept. 12. $350-550. -
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Float Films
Celebrate summer with camp-centric films, a swim, and a counselor-approved cocktail. Selections include Wet Hot American Summer, But I'm a Cheerleader, and Friday the 13th.Fridays all summer; pool opens at 5pm, screenings begin at dusk -
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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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Gillespie County Fair
The state’s oldest continuously operated county fair presents a lineup of livestock events, music, vendors, exhibits, and more.Thu.-Sun., Aug. 25-28Fredericksburg -
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Greater Austin Music Census
The live music capital wants to hear from all the folks who give the city its nickname. Adults with a professional interest in music living within the greater Austin metro area are welcome to complete a survey for the music census, which will provide valuable data for community leaders, nonprofits, and government agencies.Through Sept. 9 -
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IKEA Festival
Musicians and music lovers will learn how to transform their creative space using IKEA products, including how to turn your living room into a dance floor.Fri., Aug. 26, 9am. Free. -
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Japanese Language Classes
The Japan-America Society of Greater Austin has a bunch of classes coming up for anyone wanting to learn how to read, write, and speak Japanese, with mostly online lessons. Private tutoring is also available; email for details.Classes begin early to mid-September. $25 an hour. -
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Live Music at Wanderlust
Enjoy great wines and great times with reverse happy hour 7-9pm and live music every evening.Aug. 25-31. Free. -
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Live Music on the Lawn
Bring a blanket and enjoy a free, family-friendly concert.Fridays, 7-9pm. Free. -
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National Dog Day at Hearth & Soul
Celebrate your furry friend with a photo contest to win a $200 gift basket. Call 512/474-SOUL to reserve a spot.Fri., Aug. 26, 10am-6pmHearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition -
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National Dog Day at Loro
The Asian smokehouse and bar partners with local bakers Pawstin Barkery so you can treat your furry friend to freshly baked dog biscuits made with peanut butter, bananas, and Loro beef tallow. Talk about gourmet!Fri., Aug. 26 -
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National Dog Day at Vista Brewing
Explore the sprawling 21-acre property with your furry pal and get sweet new Vista collars and leashes, plus get samples of healthy and sustainable dog treats from Neo Bites. Humans will enjoy $3 drafts (2-5pm) and live music (6-8pm).Fri., Aug. 26. Free. -
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National Dog Day in Kyle
The Kyle Parks & Rec Department will give out goodie bags for the first 20 good boys and girls on their special day.Fri., Aug. 26, 5-7pmSteeplechase Dog Park, 135 Hallie Dr., Kyle -
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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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Pink Pilates Level 1: A Post-Operative Recovery Workshop
A 10-week workshop offered at no cost for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, recovering from surgery, currently in ongoing treatment, and those who've been in Pink Pilates for under a year. Sessions will focus on rehabilitative help in the recovery process, inspiring hope and restoring movement.Sept. 7-Nov. 9. Wednesdays, noon. Free. -
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Pink Pilates Level 2: For Those Continuing Their Recovery Journey
A 10-week breast cancer recovery workshop for those who've participated in Pink Pilates, who are further along in recovery, or who aren't currently in treatment but would like ongoing exercise and support.Sept. 6-Nov. 8. Tuesdays, 1pm. $65 for 10-week workshop. -
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Speaking of the Dead: Intriguing Stories of Caldwell County’s Past
The local theatre company portrays people from the town’s colorful past as a fundraiser for the county historical commission.Fri.-Sun., Aug. 26-28. $15.Lockhart -
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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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Violet Crown Roller Derby Tryouts
Join a preliminary tryout and practice if you're interested in competing with the team in Phoenix in September. Official tryouts will take place in late September.Fri., Aug. 26, 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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YMCA Community Gathering
Let your voice be heard at an open house and community celebration where guests can provide input, learn about the Y, and celebrate the end of summer with treats and activities.Fri., Aug. 26, 5-7pm. Free, but RSVP encouraged.
