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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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AISD Performing Arts Center Presents: Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale of murder, money, and mutiny is brought to life in this thrilling adaptation put on by the Summer Theatre Series at Austin ISD.July 13-15. Thu.-Fri., 7pm; Sat., 2 & 7pm. $10. -
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Texan Bastille Day
A French-tastic Texan fête at the 180-year-old French Legation in East Austin, featuring live Cajun music by Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces (11am-2pm), plus face painting, pétanque and other games, and more.Sat., July 15, 10am-4pm. Free. -
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Jo's Coffee Celebrates Barbie
In celebration of the upcoming Barbie movie launch, Jo’s iconic I Love You So Much wall on South Congress is hand-painted to feature a cute message from Ken to Barbie for a four-day takeover. In addition, Jo’s SoCo will be offering two tasty pink bevvies: Malibu Jo’s, a strawberry coconut lemonade, and the Malibu Sunset, a frozen version of the pink lemonade. Stop by and celebrate America's favorite doll!July 14-17 -
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Woodland Faerie Trail by Moonlight
Experience the magical world of the faerie trail and take a rare opportunity to see the garden after hours. Real faeries will perform and do face painting as well for a wondrous evening.Sat., July 15, 7-10pm. $6, kids; $20, adults.
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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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100-Year Paddle-Palooza
It might be another 100 years before the park tries to get as many boats as possible on the lake and then parade along the shore.Sat., July 15, 9am-2pm. Free day passes, reservations suggested, capacity limits apply.Inks Lake State Park, Burnet -
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AARC Open Call for Artists
The Asian American Resource Center Exhibits Program aims to foster and promote artists and curators whose work embodies the AARC's mission, vision, and values and to create spaces of belonging and healing for Asian American communities in Austin and beyond. An independent panel will review all submissions and the top applicants will be chosen for exhibitions at the AARC.Deadline: Fri., Aug. 4Apply online -
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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ArtConnect Youth Art Contest
The city's fourth annual contest is open now for submissions from Austin students ages 10 to 18. In honor of Digital Inclusion Week (Oct. 2-6), young artists are asked to "picture a world where everyone is connected digitally." The top three entries win a monetary prize and will have their artwork displayed in city spaces.Deadline: Thu., Aug. 31 -
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Artifcts Virtual Genealogy Workshop
Are you a family historian or genealogist? Do you have family stories and genealogy data collected on paper, on your computer, and in family tree software? Learn how to connect the dots of all your family research in a fun and easy-to-share way using the Artifcts application.Sat., July 15, 1pmVirtual -
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atxGALS: LUSH
Those irrepressible atxGALS, a collective creating more exposure for women and nonbinary artists, embraces the season with exhibits from eight artists inspired by the colors, energy, and experiences of summer.VIP preview party: Fri., July 14, 7-11pm. General opening: Sat., July 15, 11am-6pm -
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¡Cumbia Night!
Get a free dance lesson from Cumbia Austin at 9:30pm, then practice your moves to tunes from the Cumbia Movement, Los Hermanos Flores, and DJ Guira King.Sat., July 15. $10 cash at the door. -
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Baby Bloomers
A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.Saturdays, 8-10am -
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Beat the Heat
With Central Texas experiencing extremely high temperatures, city leaders issued a reminder to be aware of Excessive Heat Watch and Excessive Heat Warning alerts from the National Weather Service. A warning means action should be taken immediately to avoid heat-related illness. The city began a pilot program in July at Republic Square with misting tents and cold bottled water, and always offers facilities like rec centers and libraries as cooling centers. In addition, city pool fees are waived Aug. 9-Sept. 30, except for Barton Springs. Visit the city's website for more information, and always check before you head to an outdoor event: For safety, organizers may cancel events that put people at risk due to the heat.Ongoing -
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Black Austin History Tours at the Oakwood Chapel
Angela Thornton will lead tours to talk about the Historic Colored Grounds and the burials that were segregated by race and class in the 1800s. There are many individuals buried in this section that represent Black excellence and are inspirations today. Thornton can also offer history about the chapel and online resources to learn more.Through Dec. 16. Saturdays, 12:30pm. Free.Oakwood Chapel, 1601 Navasota -
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Black Diamond Authority Creative Festival
This minority-run fest offers over 20 vendors, live music performances, food trucks, murals, sip & paint classes, and lots more.Sat., July 15, noon-8pm. Free. -
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Blue Star Museums
The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.May 20-Sept. 4 -
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Bluekeys Fest
Bluekeys Magazine is an Austin-based zine created and run by local kids to show off local music and art, and puts on its first festival with three days of music, local vendors, tattoo artists, and good times. Find it Friday at Factory on 5th, Saturday at Electric Church, and Sunday at the Ballroom.July 14-16; doors at 7pm each night. $25.Factory on 5th, 3409 E. Fifth; Electric Church, 5018 E. Cesar Chavez; The Ballroom, 2906 Fruth -
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Buzz Burger Wiener Roast for Austin Pets Alive!
Get two hot dogs from Buzz Burger and a draft beer from Buzz Mill for only a $10 minimum donation to Austin Pets Alive!Sat., July 15, noon-6pm -
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Caturday Adoption Event
Austin Pets Alive! will be at the Casper store next to Apple at Domain NORTHSIDE with adorable, adoptable cats and kittens. All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Best of all, adoption fees will be waived! Come meet your new best friend.Sat., July 15, 9am-2pm -
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Christmas in July With Austin Artist Wiley Ross
Come for lots of Wiley Ross art, a charity raffle supporting Wiley’s art charity for children, tarot readings, fun, swag, sips & bites … and air conditioning!Sat., July 15, 1-5pm -
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City-Wide Vintage Sale
Find tons of treasures among the vintage clothing, antiques, collectibles, and more.Aug. 12-13; Sept. 16-17; Nov. 25-26. Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., 11am-5pm. Early shop: Sat., 8:30-10am. $9; children under 12, free. $12 for early bird (Saturday). -
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Corvette Invasion
The largest Corvette show in Texas includes such highlights as Danny Reed’s 1969 Astro Vette once owned by astronaut Alan L. Bean, plus live music by the Clutch Kings.Sat., July 15, 9am-1pm. $50.Bastrop -
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Dave Chappelle
The legendary comedian, screenwriter, television and film producer, and actor swoops in for a two-night stand at the Moody Center, but Friday is just about sold out. Get tickets now for Saturday's can't-miss show.Fri.-Sat., July 14-15 -
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Donate Blood, Get a Free Taco
We Are Blood teams up with Rudy's BBQ to offer blood and platelet donors a voucher for a free breakfast taco.July 1-15. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Eastside Market
All kinds of local vendors gather around the Brotherwell Brewery for an evening of fun, music, and shopping. The taproom opens at noon and the market gets started at 5pm to 9pm.Sat., July 15. Free.Waco -
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Fall Registration Open
Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.Ongoing -
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Family Guide: Drawing the Motion Picture
Visiting the Harry Ransom Center with kids? Ask for a family guide at the Visitor Services desk, designed to enrich children's experience of the current exhibit, "Drawing the Motion Picture," perfect for budding filmmakers and curious minds.Through July 16. Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm -
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Farm Yoga at Boggy Creek
Enjoy a peaceful morning vinyasa on the farm preceded by a quick class with East Austin Succulents and followed by exploring Austin's oldest homestead and shopping fresh local goods, produce, and eggs.Saturdays, 8:30am. Free. -
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First Street Studio Summer Saturday Series
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of summer with unique movement classes and mimosas. Get schedule details online.Through July 29. Sat., 10:30am. $20 per class. -
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Free Meditation Classes
Get a brief intro and experience Sahaja Yoga, a method of meditation that takes you beyond mental, emotional, and physical activity and allows you to experience the true self which lies within.Tuesdays, 7:15pm; Saturdays, 10:30am. Free.Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center, 8711 Burnet Rd. Suite A-12 -
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Free Mpox (Monkeypox) Vaccinations
Open to the community and all CommUnityCare patients. Go online to learn more and call 312/978-9015 to register.Sat., July 15, 9am-4pm. Free.CommUnityCare Southeast Health & Wellness Center, 2901 Montopolis -
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Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
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Grounded Dance Cardio
Pump up the jams and get moving with a dance fit cardio series blending freestyle, choreography, and toning grooves.Saturdays, 10am. Free, but RSVP. -
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteers Welcome
Home improvement donation and resale shop Habitat ReStore is a cool place to find treasure and make friends. Volunteers enjoy setting up displays, arranging merch, receiving donations, and keeping everything organized.Ongoing. Free.Locations in South & North Austin and San Marcos -
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How to Overcome Negativity: A Buddhist Perspective
A three-week series to share Buddha’s wisdom on how we can develop and maintain inner peace, how we can reduce and stop our experience of problems, and how we can bring about positive changes in our lives that will enable us to experience deep and lasting happiness.July 8-22. Sat., 5:15-6:30pm. $12. -
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Indoor Vegetable Gardening With Austin Davenport
Learn the fastest and easiest way to grow your own food, indoors even: microgreens.Sat., July 15, 10am. Free. -
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Laché Open House: Summer Birthday Bash!
Celebrate the alternative fitness center's sixth birthday and get a taste of what it has to offer, from parkour to pole, trampoline to trapeze, acroyoga to aerial silks, and most importantly, a creative and compassionate community.Sat., July 15, 2-6pm. Free.Laché Movement Co., 8868 Research #701 -
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Laredo International Sister Cities Festival
A culturally rich and immersive weekend offers an artisan mercado, exhibits, performances, and more.Fri.-Sun., July 14-16. Free.Laredo -
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Live Band Karaoke With The Screamalongs
Got rock star dreams? Hop onstage and sing your fave rock, punk, emo, and metal songs with a real band.Sat., June 17 & July 15, 9pm-12mid (signups start at 8:30). Free. -
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Live Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
Try your luck on the ponies as the quarter and thoroughbred horses take to the track with a post time of 2pm.Sat.-Sun., Aug. 12-13 & 26-27. $10.Fredericksburg -
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MathHappens at the Millennium All Summer
Join MathHappens in the MYEC atrium for free activities, games, and interactive demonstrations for the whole family.Through Aug. 19. Thu. & Sat., noon-6pm -
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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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O. Henry Museum: Lone Star Limericks
The O. Henry Museum presents an open call to writers to submit original limericks that pertain to Austin or Texas – your fave (or least favorite) person, city, animal, allergen, etc. – via the online form as a video, image, or text through July 22, to be judged by the public through July 31.Through July 22; winners notified Aug. 1. Free. -
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Path Wellness Workshop: Supporting Anxiety With Nutrition & Healthy Habits
Participants will dive deep into the causes, repercussions, and physical manifestations of their own anxieties. This workshop explores the mind-body connection and how anxiety and stress can present themselves within the nervous, digestive, and endocrine systems, while learning key tricks and mindful tools through discussion and guided practice.Sat., July 15, 1-3:30pm. $125. -
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Pioneer Ghost Tour
Explore one of the most haunted sites around at the historic farm with Austin Ghost Tours. If you're a fan of history and haunts, this one's for you!Third Saturdays, 7pm -
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Put a Bird on It: International Owl Day Tattoo Contest
In celebration of International Owl Day (Aug. 4), Blue Owl Brewing has partnered up with the Travis Audubon Society for a contest that could win you a free tattoo at Austin Tattoo Company. Submit photos of your owl ink through July 28 to be entered in a slideshow for Owl Day, where the winner will be announced.Contest runs through July 28; event is Fri., Aug. 4, 7pm. Free. -
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Roky Erickson Ice Cream Social + Clementine 45 Release
Antone's Record Shop & Tweedy's Bar present a psychedelic poster show and the world release of the Clementine Hall tribute record with music by Freddie Steady KRC and friends, DJ sets by Christian Bland and Antone's crew, and free ice cream.Sat., July 15, 7pm. Free. -
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Shark Week
Activities for all ages illustrate the impact of sharks on the environment, science, and culture.July 11-18. $5.50-11.Johnson City -
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Sherwood Forest Zine Library Open Shift
The free, volunteer-run zine library of over 2500 zines on many topics invites you to come by, relax, read, and meet library cat Twister. Membership is free and members can check out zines for two weeks.Sat., July 15, 2-6pmSherwood Forest Zine Library, 5215-A Joe Sayers Ave. -
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Still Brewing Art
The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.San Antonio -
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Story Starts: Interactive Improv Show for Kids & Their Adults
ColdTowne's youth program, Excused Absence Comedy, wraps up the season of its fully improvised, interactive, original improv comedy show for kids, performed by an adult cast with the help of the audience.Through Sept. 2. Saturdays, 11am. $5. -
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Summer in the Park
Bring a lawn chair to Plaza Park to hear Bluewater Highway, Hot Club of Cowtown, Sue Foley, or Del Castillo.Thursdays in JulySan Marcos -
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Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
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The Khazana Warehouse Furniture Sale
Shop scratch & dents, discontinued items, and clearance, with nothing over $300 and some items as low as $1. Find indoor and outdoor furniture, rugs, and more.Sat.-Sun., July 15-16, 9am-1pm -
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The Trip to Bountiful
Horton Foote’s moving play about memories and regrets comes to the historic playhouse on the Colorado River.June 30; July 1, 7-9 & 14-16. Fri.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $20.Bastrop -
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Yoga at Republic Square Park
Welcome the weekend with a balancing and renewing yoga class surrounded by the beautiful views of Downtown. Come early or stay late to explore the SFC market.Saturdays, 11am. 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