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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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
  • 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-6pm  
    BookSpring
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    Grimnasty Memorial Fundraiser

    A memorial fundraiser for local hip-hop musician and visual artist Solomon "Grimnasty" Perry, who suddenly passed away this month. A GoFundMe page has been set up in his honor.
    Fri., June 3, 9pm. $5.  
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    NCAA Baseball Regionals

    UT-Austin hosts and kicks off the tournament with a game vs. Air Force at 1pm Friday. Games are played twice per day through Sunday, and if necessary, Game 7 will be Monday. All-session passes are now available, and individual tickets go on sale Friday morning if available.
    June 3-6  
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    Puttin' on the Ritz

    Dust off your formalwear for an adult prom supporting Summer Break Theatre, which gives teachers a creative outlet after they give so much of themselves all year.
    Fri., June 3, 6-10pm  
    Baker School, 3908 Avenue B
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    Texas 4000 Day Zero

    Join in to send off a group of students who'll be cycling to Anchorage (4000 miles) to raise awareness, hope, and funds for cancer research.
    Fri., June 3, 8am. Free, but RSVP.  
    UT-Austin EER building, 24th & San Jacinto
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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., July 29  
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    Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month

    Join the Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness this June. Find out how to donate and get involved online.
    Through June 30  
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    Austin Connected Business Mastermind

    Join speakers and business owners from around the country for connection, advice, leadership, and fun.
    June 2-3. $298.  
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    Gifted & Talented Showcase

    AISD's GT students were invited to submit a virtual student project that connected with the 2022 theme, "Pathways and Passions." See a selection of chosen projects online.
    Through June 3  
    Online
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    GROW: Homegrown Food & Art

    An evening of homegrown food and homegrown art by emerging and established artists, curated by Mexican American art activist Denver Gonzalez.
    June 3-5. Fri.-Sat., 7-10pm; Sun., 5-8pm. Free, but donations and RSVP appreciated.  
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    Hill Country Film Festival

    The 13th annual HCFF screens short and feature-length independent films, Q&A sessions, panels, parties, and more.
    June 2-5  
    Fredericksburg
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    Kerrville Folk Festival

    The 50th edition of the annual music festival runs for 18 days of peace and love at the Quiet Valley Ranch featuring legacy acts and up-and-coming stars. Read more in our Music section.
    May 26-June 12  
    Kerrville
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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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    Lone Star Limericks Call for Submissions

    Brush Square Museums and Brush Square Museums Foundation announce an open call to writers to submit original limericks about Texas or Austin. Pay tribute to the people, places, sights, and sounds of this great city and state by immortalizing (or gently mocking) them in verse!
    Submissions accepted through June 4; finalists voted on June 5-11  
    Online
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    Major League Pickleball

    All teams compete for three action-packed days of group play, followed by single-elimination matches, culminating in the finals broadcast on CBS Sports Network.
    Fri.-Sun., June 3-5  
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    Moo-La Fest

    Watch the colorful hot air balloons, enjoy the carnival, and catch the music at this salute to the local dairy industry.
    Fri.-Sat., June 3-4  
    Stephenville
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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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    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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    Pan Am Park Renaming

    The community is invited to provide feedback on a proposal to change the name of Pan American Neighborhood Park to Tony Castillo Pan American Neighborhood Park. An online survey is now open, and meetings will be held online and at the park.
    Survey open through June 4. Virtual meetings: Thu., May 19 & June 2, 7pm. In-person meeting: Sat., June 4, 10:30am, 2100 E. Third  
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    Public Comment Period for City Draft Allocation Plan

    Each year, the city prepares a plan detailing the amount of federal funding to be allocated to various housing and public service programs. Give your feedback online or at a public hearing Tue., May 10, 6:30pm, with the Community Development Commission, or Thu., June 9, 10am, with City Council.
    Through June 10  
    Online
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    Public Input on ARP Funding for Homelessness

    The public is invited to provide input on the city's plan to allocate federal funds dedicated to homelessness and housing instability, either online or at a public hearing May 10 with the Community Development Commission or June 9 with City Council.
    Through June 10  
    Online
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    Round Rock Express

    Vs. Oklahoma City. Thursday it's dog-friendly for Pints & Pups, and Sunday is Kids' Day. Attendees get a chance to win a used car Saturday courtesy of Nyle Maxwell.
    May 31-June 5. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat., 6:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm  
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    Strawberry Luna Market

    A market showcasing female artisans and makers, local food, and entertainment, with a bit of theatre and whimsy.
    Fri., June 3, 6-9pm. Free.  
    Elgin Memorial Park, 1127 N. Main St., Elgin
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    Tom-Tom Festival

    Coby Hubbard headlines a weekend of barbecue cook-offs, a carnival, arts & crafts, and music.
    Thu.-Sat., June 2-4  
    Yoakum
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    Vaudeville Variety Show

    There’ll be lots of singing, dancing, comedy, and some surprises at this annual tradition at the Gaslight Baker Theatre.
    Thu.-Sun., June 2-5  
    Lockhart
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    We Are Blood's "Giving Double" Campaign

    We Are Blood is rewarding blood and platelet donors with a special opportunity to double the good of a donation. With each visit, donors can choose to donate $5 to either Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society, and We Are Blood will send all the proceeds to the orgs in July. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through June 30  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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