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.
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).
Our queer film fest is getting even queerer and more inclusive with a 2018 rebrand. Now short for All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival, aGLIFF returns with over 100 LGBTQ-focused films from across the globe and an exciting mix of events, panels, and mingling opportunities for filmmakers and cinema lovers.
Join the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC) for three days of networking, speakers, workshops, receptions, and awards.
Built pre-1910, the carousel is one of only eight in Texas and the only one with the unique Herschell-Spillman horses. The carousel is open weekends March-October.
Join the annual Park(ing) Day celebration – where folks transform parkings space into temporary "parklets" to promotes public conversation on the need for public, open spaces in urban areas. Applications to make your own mini park are due Sept. 17. Email for additional information.
Boat dock owners are now required to properly address and register their dock with the city. Now through Sept. 30, owners can take advantage of the current grace period as there's no cost to register at this time.
The Japanese artist makes her Texas debut with a large-scale multimedia exhibition that evokes a pool with flowers falling into it that complements the center’s water garden.
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.
Enjoy doggy ice cream from Amy's Ice Creams, dog treats, doggy tattoos, and nail trims. Get a pugshot from the professional photographer on-site. And don't miss the doggy ice cream eating contest. All to support Emancipet.
All high school students are invited to submit their original artwork for consideration. The winning student gets an internship with artist Janis Fowler, to transform their work into a full-size mural on Chicon Street in East Austin.
Learn about how to give and receive consent; understand, respect, and value your personal needs and wants; practice saying "no"; and enjoy hugs, cuddling, and massage in a safe space. Created & hosted by Faye Fearless.
The Dark Moon Witches' Market is a monthly gathering which occurs on or around the new moon and features local witches peddling their handcrafted wares.
The performing arts venue turns 10 this year. Help them celebrate with lawn games & activities, drink specials, food trucks, GOGA goat yoga, artist Wiley Ross, and live music from Grupo Fantasma.
Mayor of Austin Steve Adler, and candidates Laura Morrison and Travis Duncan will discuss their vision and proposals for the city and answer questions.
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.
Join mayoral candidates Steve Adler and Laura Morrison at this monthly meeting. Bring questions about the issues faced in Southwest Austin. Learn about the TCDP-endorsed city bond propositions and the Austin Value Equity Fund Package or Prop K.
The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.
A social, gender-diverse space for anyone who identifies on the genderqueer, trans, and/or nonbinary spectrum as well as advocates and allies. Wanna know more about the meetup? We've got that too.
Learn the foundational principles of the ancient healing art of Thai yoga massage. No experience necessary, and you will receive a certificate of completion.
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.
The multidisciplinary arts festival, spotlighting works by trans and intersex creators, returns for year three, and this time it's double the fun, double the days! For more on this year's fest, see our most recent coverage.
RuPaul's right hand Michelle Visage brings some of Drag Race's best queens to shantay all over Austin's main stage. Queens include season 10 faves Aquaria, Kameron Michael's, Eureka O'Hara, and Asia O'Hara along with all-time all stars bob the Drag Queen, Kim Chi, and Violet Chachki. Gentlequeers, start those engines.