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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 Empty Bowl Summer Concert: Singing for Their Supper
This is a fundraiser for Austin's Empty Bowl Project, an org helping to end hunger. Admission includes your choice of an empty bowl. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Central Texas and Central Texas Food Bank's kids' programs.Sat., July 21, 2-5pm. $30. -
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Big Gay Musical
An all improvised musical that's like so gay, with inspiration from Alison Bechdel's Fun Home and La Cage aux Folles. Read on for more about BGM, and find more improv – queer and less queer – this summer with Unscripted.Saturdays through Aug. 25, 8pm. $15. -
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Contrast: Casey Jane Ellison & Daniel Rugg Webb
Experimental comedy video program curated by Amanda Justice with L.A.-based comedian Casey Jane Ellison and local acts Daniel Rugg Webb, Andie Flores, Austin Smartt, Taji Senior, Ralphie Hardesty, and Jasmine Ellis. Co-presented by Greetings, From Queer Mountain.Sat., July 21, 7-9pm. $40 (badge) or $8 at the door. -
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Contrast: High Fantasy
Austin's newest film fest hosts the Texas premiere of South African director Jenna Bass' second feature, about a group of friends who accidentally switch bodies in rural South Africa. Meditations on race, gender, and identity ensue.Sat., July 21, 3-5:15pm. $40 (badge), limited individual tickets available. -
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Contrast: The Misandrists With Star Viva Ruiz
Bruce LaBruce's latest film challenging certain trans-exclusionary tenants of second-wave feminism, makes its Texas premiere at Contrast. Actor Viva Ruiz will lead a Q&A after the screening.Sat., July 21, 10pm. $40 (badge), limited individual tickets available. -
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Die Felicia
Are you ready for a night of frills and thrills? The creepiest scream queens are back with their Horror Masterpiece Theater and more terrifying than ever. Plus Monster a Go-Go boys and hell hound performances by Honey St. Claire, Papi Churro, and more.Sat., July 21, 10pm. $6. -
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Fat Bottom Cabaret & The Midnight Menagerie Present: Bump & Grind
Hold on to yer butts because FBC is bringing you a live band burlesque show! The Bottoms Up Band, featuring Nikki DaVaughn and Lauren Cervantes (of the Soul Supporters), are dishing it all out for your viewing and hearing pleasures.Sat., July 21, 8:30-11:30pm. $10-75. -
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Footgolf City Championship
Open to players of all ages and skill levels. Players and spectators are invited to join the party at B.D. Riley’s Irish Pub at Mueller for happy hour specials and prizes following the tournament.Sat., July 21, 4-7pm. $25.
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All Aboard
Written and designed specifically for preschool audiences, All Aboard brings the world of transportation to life through colorful characters, sound, music, and motion.July 12-21. Mon., Thu. & Sat., 9:30 & 11am. $6.75.AT&T Room at the Long Center, 701 W. Riverside -
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Artisan Mercado
This Latin-themed Downtown marketplace features locally crafted jewelry, glassware, ceramics, and tapestry pillows; Mexican, Colombian and African dresses, handbags and crafts; and Honduran and Texan paintings, prints, and mixed media.Sat., July 21, 10am-3pm. Free. -
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Austin 60 Strong Calendar Contest
Do you know someone who is still rockin' it at or after 60? Connected Senior Care Advantage is searching for a dozen inspirational adults ages 60-69 that are "healthy in mind and body and are contributing to Austin in some way." The winners will be selected by a panel of celebrity judges and included in a calendar photo shoot.Through Aug. 15Austin -
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Austin Naked Yoga for Gay Men
A hatha meeting flow yoga class for all levels. Despite the name, all are welcome. For a longer reader see our coverage.Saturdays, 10:30-11:45am and Tuesdays, 8-9:15pm. Through Nov. 21. $10 and up.ToddPilates & Barre, 9029 Research #200 -
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Austin Running Adventures
For daring runners seeking Austin landmark running experiences and secret single track trails.Saturdays & Sundays, 8am. $25.See facebook for routes -
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“Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit”
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.June 2-Jan. 5Mayborn Museum, Waco -
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Back to School Bike Drive
Jason & Deb from 101X and Bikes for Goodness Sake have partnered to build and donate bikes for underprivileged kids. They are taking cash donations as well as bikes, and you can also donate your time and help build them on Aug. 5. See the website for more.Ongoing -
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Body Beautiful
Vegas Van Cartier and Rachel Mykels' show will blow your mind, wow your senses, and delight your eyes.Saturdays, 10:30pm, except second Saturdays -
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Body Mind Spirit Expo
This expo offers holistic exhibitors and free lectures from across the nation. Get your aura photo taken, receive a relaxing massage, purchase quality nutritional supplements, have your future revealed, or connect with lost loved ones.Sat.-Sun., July 21-22. $12. -
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Camp Gladiator Workout
Ages 14 and up welcome at this free boot camp-style workout at the Galleria's Central Plaza. Bring water, a towel, and a mat.Sat., July 21, 9am. Free. -
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City-Wide Garage Sale
It's like a hundred garage sales in one. Maybe not quite as cheap.Sat.-Sun., July 21-22. $7, adults; 12 and under, free. -
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Colombian Independence Day
Dance, eat, and be merry with live merengue, salsa, and vallenato music along with Colombian, Peruvian, and Cuban food.Sat., July 21, 3-9pm. $15 (children free). -
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Community Survey for the Dougherty Arts Center Redevelopment Project
Share your feedback, concerns, and comments regarding the Dougherty Arts Center's redevelopment project with PARD via an online survey available in both English and Spanish.Survey open through Wed., July 25 -
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Crush for Fun
Feel the grapes squish between your toes and customize a T-shirt to commemorate your seriously purple feet.Sat.-Sun., July 21-22, 28-29; Aug. 4-5, 11-12. $15-30.Pleasant Hill Winery, Brenham -
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Dog Days of Summer
Texas Humane Heroes is hosting a series of weekend events to benefit area shelter pets. On Friday at the Alamo Drafthouse Lakeline, there's an interactive screening of Office Space. On Saturday the annual Bowl-a-Thon takes place at Mel's Lone Star Lanes in Georgetown. And on Sunday make a splash at Typhoon Texas.Fri.-Sun., July 20-22. $15-35 per event.Various locations -
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Early Bird Registration: Hispanic Business Convention of Texas
Join the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce on Sept. 6-9, for three days of networking, speakers, workshops, receptions, and awards.Early bird registration ends Aug. 15.. $25-$1500. -
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Ending the Incarceration of Women and Girls: How We Get There
The ACLU of Texas, Texas Criminal Justice Coalition, and the National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls will lead a community event on gender responsive criminal justice reform efforts. Formerly incarcerated women are working to increase awareness about mass incarceration, gender specific issues, and highlight local and national work being done to fix the system. This event is part of national movement.Sat., July 21, 1-4pm -
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Festival Celebrating Suspending Judgement
This is a relational and performance art festival that invites the public to engage in a conversation about borders of all varieties, internal and external. The festival will feature performance art, hourly meditation, painting, photography, and more, concluding with a community meal.Sat., July 21, 7:30am-9pm. Free.Sand Beach Park, 111 Sandra Muraida Way -
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Fifth Annual Nineties Happy Hour Reunion
Celebrating five years with hot dogs and hamburgers. Potluck style, bring a thing to share.Sat., July 21, 4-8pm -
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Free Minds Seeking Applications
Free Minds is a program of Foundation Communities in partnership with UT-Austin and ACC and is designed to serve adults who have faced barriers to higher education. Books, tuition, and child care are provided at no cost to students, and those who successfully complete the course earn 6 college credits.Apps accepted on a rolling basis. Free.M Station Apartments, 2906 E. MLK -
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FridaFest
Celebrate all things about Frida Kahlo from her art to her unibrow along with lively music and local food.Sat., July 21, 6-11pmEdinburg -
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Frost Hosts School Supply Drive
Frost Bank is collecting donations of school supplies for Backpacks for Hope. Go online for a full list of requested items.July 9-27. Free.Any Frost Bank location -
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Gixo 5K Race + Free Brunch
Walkers and runners of all ability levels are welcome to join. Move at your own pace. Everyone stays connected through the Gixo app. Start and finish at Austin Java.Sat., July 21, 7:30-9:30am. Free. -
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GOGA Goat Yoga
Classes and T-shirt sales benefit Kids in a New Groove, an org providing foster kids with one-on-one musical instruction.Sat. & Sun., July 21 & 22 -
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Hail to the Queen
Sit down, relax, and get ready to explore the camp, fashion, and glamour of drag with this improvised extravaganza! Described as "part comedy, part drag show, all party," this show is complete with a lip sync battle – natch.Saturdays in July, 7pm. $10-12. -
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Health & Wealth Celebration
Here's a chance to consult with some helpful professionals including doctors, nurses, and dentists; insurance reps; and attorneys.Sat., July 21, 4-7pm. Free. -
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Isabel and the Runaway Train
This is a contemporary jazz/folk musical that serves as a platform to discuss the challenging and painful topics of mental health and sexual abuse.July 13-21. Thu.-Sat., 7pm. $25. -
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J.Crew Celebrates #summerbyjcrew
We've been promised "games, tunes, sweet surprises, and more!"Sat., July 21, 11am-4pm. Free. -
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Kids Obstacle Challenge
An adventure and obstacle course race series for kids ages 5-16, with 12-15 fun and challenging obstacles and mud. It's also a family adventure – parents can run with their kids for free.Sat., July 21, 8:30am-2pm. $32-66.Dripping Springs Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Dr., Dripping Springs -
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Literacy and Our LGBTQ Students: Starting and Sustaining Schoolwide Transformation
Eliza Byard, executive director of GLSEN, offers a keynote before facilitating a discussion with literacy leaders, inclusive educators, and activists on creating and fostering an equitable education for LGBTQ students. Part of ILA 2018 Conference, also available on Facebook Live.Sat., July 21, 11am-1pm. $199-499. -
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Live Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
Place your money on a nose as the ponies round the turn at the special summer racing season.July 7-8, 21-22; Aug. 11-12, 25-26Fredericksburg -
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Living History Saturday
Sign a copy of the Texas Declaration of Independence while volunteers in period dress demonstrate how life was in 1836.Sat., July 21, 10am-4:30pmWashington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Site -
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Lora Reynolds Gallery: Xavier Schipani
Here's a striking exhibition of murals, paintings on canvas, and a sculptural installation masquerading as a public bathroom – all by that acclaimed Schipani, voted Austin's Best Muralist in 2016. This new show is, we're told, "largely a reckoning with masculinity. What is manliness? What has it meant in the past, what does it mean now, and what are its shortcomings?" Could be our review provides a few answers.Through Sept. 1 -
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Morning Walk Austin
Meet at Jo's for a cuppa coffee, then take a stroll through Downtown Austin with an ATX tour guide.Ongoing. Wed.-Sat., 10-11:30am. $10-20. -
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National Hammock Day Celebration
The gear shop opens for live music, food trucks, and beer. Share stories of past campouts, grab last-minute camp needs, and prepare to make memories on National Hammock Day.Sat., July 21, 2-6pm. Free.Kammok Gear Shop, 1401 E. Seventh -
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Neighborhood Fishing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stocking 17 locations in 16 cities, including Austin, with channel catfish throughout the summer.Through November. Free with fishing license.Various locations -
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New Gay Softball Team Recruiting
A group of LGBTQ players from Softball Austin are startin' up a new team to complete in the D Division this fall and they're looking for ballers and batters now! Practices will begin the first Sunday in August. No skill required. If you have never played, there is a place for you in the team. D team will play two games every Sunday for six to eight weeks. Email to sign up or ask questions.Recruiting through Sept. 6. $40 membership fee. -
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Night in Old Fredericksburg
Arrive early for the horse races (post time 1pm) and stay late for a special celebration of Hill Country culture and cuisine.Sat., July 21, 6pm-12midGillespie County Fairgrounds, Fredericksburg -
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Peacock Alley Summer Sale
Get you some deals on new arrivals, including sheets, duvets, towels and more.July 20-28. Free.Peacock Alley, 3010 W. Anderson -
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Pup-A-Palooza
This is an all-day pet extravaganza in celebration of the Year of the Dog. Meet adoptable pets, enjoy some cool treats, and give the prize wheel a spin. Karaoke starts at 2pm, and live music at 5. From 7-7:30 there will be a "Flowers & Stripes" puppy fashion show. Adorable!Sat., July 21, 11am-7:30pm. Free.Tomlinson's Feed, 916-B W. 12th -
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Purple Martin Parties
Calling all bird nerds: Travis Audubon is hosting purple martin watch parties every weekend from July 20 to Aug. 4 starting at 7:45pm.Free.Behind Applebee’s and near the Sam’s Club parking lot at La Frontera Village in Round Rock -
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Pyrs and Beers 5K Trail Run
Benefiting Texas Great Pyrenees Rescue.Sat., July 21, 9-11am. $40, adult; free, kids 12 and under.Bluff Creek Ranch, 537 Owl Creek Rd., Box 110, Warda -
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Reuniting Families Fundraiser Fair
Donations of children's clothing, toys, and books will be accepted at this event. All proceeds will go to Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) and RAICES. Attendees will enjoy tarot readings from Typewriter Tarot, a craft fair, bake sale, face painting, kids' crafts, silent auction, and raffle. Morning mimosas from 10am to noon. Hoppy Hour from 3pm to close.Sat., July 21, 10am-6pm. Free.Me & Ewe, 4903 Woodrow -
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Robin Hood
Featuring well-loved tales adapted by D. Heath Thompson, this 40-minute show promises fun for audience members of all ages.July 14-29. Sat., 10am; Sun., 2pm. $8, student; $10, adult. -
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Salado Legends
It takes 115 cast and crew members to produce this musical about the history of Salado Creek and the people who enjoy it.Saturdays through Aug. 4Tablerock Amphitheater, Salado -
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Sam Smith
Catch Sam Smith on tour with for his latest album The Thrill of It All.Sat., July 21, 7-10pm. $40-125. -
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Saturday Yoga & Mimosas
An hour of yoga followed by $3 mimosas until 4pm!Saturdays, 11am. Free (donations accepted). -
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See a Sea Turtle?
Sea turtle nesting season on the Texas coast has officially begun. If you see a sea turtle heading for the dunes, a nest, or even the distinctive tracks, call the hotline so a trained volunteer can protect the site.April-SeptTexas Gulf Coast -
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Shakespeare at Winedale
Over four weekends the student actors present some of the bard’s greatest plays in the theater barn.Thu.-Sun., July 19-22, 26-29; Aug. 2-5, 9-12. $5-10.Round Top -
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Sweat, Swim, and Social
Join Bumble BFF + Outdoor Voices for a poolside workout with the Barre Code followed by fun in the sun and an ice cream social with Squeezery ATX and snacks from FitJoy. BYOM.Sat., July 21, 10am-2pm. $25. -
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Terror Pigeon, the Slaps, Manwolves, Futon Blonde
What happens when two Chicago bands team up with Nashville's Terror Pigeon and Austin's Futon Blonde? A Skittles-like explosion of sweet rainbow sounds.Sat., July 21, 8pm. Free. -
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The Q Revue With Ky Krebs
Are you ready to chuckle? Getcher laugh on with some of Austin's brightest and best queer comics.Sat., July 21, 10-11pm. Free. -
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Topgolf Tour
The third annual Topgolf Tour is coming to Austin on Sept. 23. Play for a chance to win $50,000 and a ticket to the championship in Las Vegas. New this year is a military division, open to active duty and veteran members of the U.S. Armed Forces.Through Sept. 20. $85 individual; $170 team. -
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Volunteer Work Day at the Colorado River Refuge
Bring water, gloves, shovels, wheelbarrow, rakes, weed trimmer, and lopers if you have them! Email to RSVP by Wed., July 18.Sat., July 21, 7:30-10:30amTwo Bridges trailhead, Colorado River Refuge, Bastrop -
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We Are Blood’s Movie Encounters of the Free Kind
Give blood, see a movie: This July, anyone who donates, or attempts to donate, at a We Are Blood donor center or mobile drive will leave with an Alamo Drafthouse movie pass.Through July 31. Free. -
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We'll Just Rock for Ourselves: Selections from the Lisa Davis Photograph Archive
Lisa Davis captured history. Her photography, memorializing Austin's lesbian and queer music scene of the Nineties, is on exhibit at the Austin History Center. Don't miss this moment. Read our review on the show.Through July 22 -
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Woof Gang Bakery Circle C Grand Opening
New pet boutique offers grooming services and a selection of healthy treats. Get there early for a chance to win free stuff for a year. And if you aren't a pet parent yet but you'd like to be, Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Austin/San Antonio and Austin Boxer Rescue will be on-site with adoptable dogs hoping to find their forever homes.Sat., July 21, 9am-noon. Free.Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Circle C, 5700 W. Slaughter #250 -
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Yoga Hike at McKinney Falls Onion Creek Trail
This is a beginner-friendly hike to the falls while practicing mindful breathing techniques ending at the Upper Falls for yoga and a swim.Sat., July 21, 9am. $15-25 (plus $6 fee for parking). -
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Yoga Nidra Meditation and Acupuncture Workshop
Yoga Nidra is a practice for deeper meditation. During the workshop, local acupuncturist Chris Goddin will offer some instruction.Sat., July 21, 1:15-2:15pm. $30.Dancers Shape, 5350 Burnet Rd. #7 -
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Yoga on the Shore
A one-hour restorative yoga class plus a chance to surf the friendly, whitewater Bay Wave.Saturdays, 12pm. Through Sept. 29. $30.
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Austin Pride 2018
The city's flagship Pride celebration starts off with the fest at Fiesta Gardens then flows into neon nighttime parade rolling from the Capitol all the way down Congress to 4th Street. Peeping the parade is free, but you gotta pay to enter the fest for its multitude of entertainers. Snag yours now.Sat., Aug. 11. $15-125. -
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Splash Days 2018
Austin's annual summer send-off with nonstop gay parties to get you wet, wild, and feeling good. New this year: all events are free, but donations for beneficiaries (Kind Clinic, Out Youth, AIDS Services of Austin) will be accepted and those that throw some extra money down will be awarded with cheaper drinks and yummy food deals.Fri.-Mon., Aug. 31-Sept. 3. Free, donations accepted.
