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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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Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix
A spectacle of speed and sound with plenty of activity on and off the racetrack. Green Day and Ed Sheeran take the stage on Friday and Saturday, respectively, and when your eyes aren't on the track or the stage, enjoy amusement rides, local cuisine, and more.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 21-23 -
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ASO: Halloween Children's Concert
This concert features frightfully fun symphonic music from John Williams and Danny Elfman, stimulating for young eyes and ears (ages 2-10) – and the entire family is invited to dress up in their favorite costume.Sun., Oct. 23, 3-4pm. $10-15. -
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Ethereal Horror Fest
An unbelievably packed schedule will showcase short and feature films, filmmaker Q&As, panels, parties, a burlesque show, and even a pint-sized pooches Halloween party and costume contest – get deets on all that and more online.Oct. 21-23. $40-165.Tiger Den & the Ballroom -
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Games Y'all Game Show Jam
It’s a game show. It’s a jam. It’s a game show jam! Game devs, digital artists, performance artists, musicians, tech folk, and aspiring hosts will collaborate across two days to create your very own game show, with the stage, audience, and contestants provided. Then the games will be showcased the next Thursday at a meetup with other games, spooky vibes, and good times.Jam: Oct. 22-23, 11am-9pm; meetup: Thu., Oct. 27, 7-10pm -
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Lloyd Doggett Presents: Turn Up the Vote
Turn it up, indeed! Local legends Shawn Colvin, Kelly Willis, Ray Benson, Marcia Ball, and many more hit the stage for a Democratic rally and concert to get out the vote. U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett is just one of over a dozen Democratic candidates who'll be on the scene.Sun., Oct. 23, 2-8pm. $30-40. -
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MLS Semifinals: Austin FC vs. FC Dallas
After defeating Real Salt Lake last weekend, the green and black return to their home stadium to face their Texas rival FC Dallas. Good luck getting tickets!Sun., Oct. 23, 7pm -
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REST FEST
Here's a free festival that celebrates all Austinites. Amy Morrow and her Theorists, in collaboration with Fisterra Projects and XYZ Atlas, bring this Denver Gonzalez-curated showcase of relaxation and the amazing creativity to the Carver Museum, unleashing four full days of immersive art installations, dance, live music, comedy, culinary arts, and an array of master classes and workshops.Oct. 20-23 -
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Rosita y Conchita
A charming bilingual play based on the award-winning children's book by Erich Haeger and Eric González about two sisters trying to reunite on the Day of the Dead.Sun., Oct. 30, 11am & 1pm. $15-20. -
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The People's Market
The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation, in partnership with Frida Friday ATX, hosts a market celebrating inclusivity and diversity as Austin’s first and only intersectional BIPOC, queer, Latinx, and local creatives-centered mercado with over 35 vendors.Sun., Oct. 23, noon-4pm -
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The Umlauf: Strawfest
Get your costumes ready for a family day of games, fall crafts, pumpkin decorating, an ethical petting zoo, family-friendly performances, wine tastings, and more amid the autumnal splendors of the Umlauf's sculpture-filled woodlands.Sun., Oct. 23, 11am-4pm. $10-20.
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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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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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Antique Week
Hundreds of dealers line Hwy. 237 with collectibles, vintage goods, and the unimaginable.Fri.-Sat., Oct. 21-29Round Top and surrounding communities -
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Austin Community College Spring Registration
ACC welcomes all to explore and learn about the 100+ programs they offer to Austinites. Start planning now for the spring semester starting in January 2023.Beginning Oct. 17 for current/former students; Oct. 31 for new students -
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Austin Ice Bats
The minor-league hockey team plays their first round of home games against fellow Texans the El Paso Rhinos after about a month on the road.Oct. 21-23. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 4:45pmThe Crossover, 1717 Scottsdale Dr., Cedar Park -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Barton Hill Farms Fall Festival, Pumpkin Patch, and Corn Maze
Get in the fall spirit with BHF's dozens of fam-friendly activities, including their "Mazed and Confused" corn maze.Oct. 1-Nov. 6. Saturdays, 10am-6pm; Sundays & Indigenous Peoples Day, 10am-5pm -
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Bat City Scaregrounds
Haunted houses, live music, Vegas-style performances, seasonal food, and more over 15 scary acres. We've got our eye on "Gay Satan's Sideshow From Hell."Oct. 27-31Bat City Scaregrounds, 14101 South Turnersville Road, Buda -
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Blanco Marigold Festival
Learn about the magic of marigolds with a film screening, art activities, and more.Oct. 22-30. Free.Blanco -
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Buddy Block Walk With Blue Action Democrats
Join in to walk with a voter registrar to gather registrations in apartment complexes.Weekends through Nov. 6. Sat., 10am-noon; Sun., 3-5pm4200 Avenue F -
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Cavern Fall Fest
Just a short jaunt from town, this family-friendly fest features a host of free activities, including a mini hay maze, live music, seasonal menu items, and a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket to those in costume. On Halloween weekend, the Cavern Crew hosts trick or treating in the Discovery Village area, 3-5pm.Sat.-Sun. in October, 10am-5pm -
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Community Hours at Thinkery
Thinkery provides admission by donation as part of its Open Door Initiative, created to give every child a chance to explore STEAM concepts and develop a lifelong love of learning, regardless of means.Sundays, 3-5pm; Tuesdays, 3-7pm -
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Crowe's Nest Farm Fall Fest
Celebrate the season with live music, a pumpkin patch, and over 250 wild and farm animals. See owl and hawk shows, visit a menagerie of magnificent mammals, enjoy hayrides, garden tours, and so much more.Through Oct. 30. Sat.-Sun., 10am-5pm. $5-15. -
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Deep in Drag: The Halloween One!
Nadine Hughes hosts a Halloween hurrah that includes a costume contest. Grab an experience ticket to get a cocktail of your choice in a souvenir jar plus a discount in the gift shop. Brunch munches by Crimson Creek Smokehouse.Sun., Oct. 23, 12:30-2:30pm. $15-25. -
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Donate Blood, Get a Burger
No tricks, just treats from Whataburger as a bonus when you donate blood through the end of the month.Oct. 15-31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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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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Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival
A family-friendly, kid-focused event on a beautifully shaded farmstead, with tons of activities beyond the pumpkin patch: live music, art, games, a hay maze, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, and so much more. A portion of proceeds will go to the Friends of the Pound House Foundation.Through Oct. 31, 10am-7pm (closed Tuesdays). $5 weekdays; $10 weekends.Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, 419 Founders Park Rd., Dripping Springs -
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Drop In & Create
The Contemporary brings out special art activities so the whole family can dig into the art, ideas, and materials seen in the exhibits.Sun., Oct. 16 & 23, 1-3pm -
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Dungeons & Dragons Night
Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.Sundays, 6pm-close -
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Fierce Whiskers Pumpkin Patch
Visit the distillery Friday evenings for Halloween movie screenings, and pick a pumpkin from the patch all month.Oct. 7-31. Thu.-Fri., 4-10pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-10pm. Free. -
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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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Gem Capers 2022
Austin Gem & Mineral Society hosts a gem and mineral show with dozens of vendors, exhibits, demos, and door prizes. This year's theme is "Fluorescent Minerals," and Friday will be Youth Education Day.Oct. 21-23. Fri.-Sat., 9am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm -
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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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Grounded Yoga
Enjoy an outdoor yoga class on the plaza with Swift Fit Events. Mats, towels, and water provided.Sundays, 10am. Free. -
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Hive Fifth Anniversary
With fun kids' events, live music, face painters, burgers, and more.Sun., Oct. 23, 4-10pm. Free. -
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House of Torment
The ultimate haunted house with three new themes featuring elaborate sets, iconic characters, towering animatronic monsters, and terrifying scenarios.Through Nov. 5. Open daily Oct. 12-31 and select weekend days otherwise -
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Legends of the Falls Festival
Find out about Dead Man’s Hole and other legends that have been a part of the community below Lake LBJ since the Texas Revolution.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 22-23. Free.Cottonwood Shores -
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LGBTQ+ Day of Action
Join the Celia for Austin campaign for a rally co-hosted by Stonewall Democrats of Austin and the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund. Event kicks off with Celia Israel speaking, then a knock-and-walk to get the word out about Celia's race, before y'all return just in time for a 6pm drag show.Sun., Oct. 23, 3-7pm -
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Livestrong Challenge
A day to remember and honor cancer survivors by riding 20, 45, 65, or 100 miles through the beautiful Hill Country, starting and ending Downtown, or join the 1-mile fun run if you'd rather participate on foot. All participants and spectators are invited to the post-ride festival in the Challenge Village with delicious local food, beer, music, vendors, and fun.Sun., Oct. 23, 7:30amDowntown Austin -
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Love Creek Pumpkin Patch
There’s lots to do at this fair in the country from selecting a pumpkin to orchard tours, farm animals, games, hayrides, and a hay maze.Oct. 8-30, Sat.-Mon.. $8.Medina -
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Maria and the Mouse Deer
The first ballet in the Fables of the World series takes audiences on an Earth-saving adventure with fun animal friends and stories set to Philippine folk music.Oct. 15-16 & 22-23. Sat.-Sun., 2 & 4:30pm. $20.Ballet Austin's AustinVentures StudioTheater, 501 W. Third -
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Monkeypox Resources
Monkeypox is still on the scene, and Austin Public Health has expanded the availability of vaccines; check your eligibility via a survey with Wellness Equity Alliance via the link below. If you have symptoms, see your health care provider for testing. If you do not have a provider, call APH at 512/972-5560.Ongoing -
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NFL Sunday Watch Party
Enjoy brunch from 10am to 3pm then $1 wings and $2 Tecates with NFL games on the big screens.Sundays, 10am-7pm -
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Phantom Fest: the Great Pumpkin Bash w/ Ellis Bullard, Nick Garza's Get Along
Experience a day of pumpkin activities. Smash pumpkins, jam to live music, feast on pumpkin themed baked goods, check out the Witchy Market, and celebrate Charles M. Schulz on what would have been his 100th birthday by watching It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.Sun., Oct. 23, 4pm. Free. -
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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Pumpkin Nights
Venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover the Forbidden City, a Pirate’s Cove, and more fantastical lands built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in the Village festival area.Sept. 22-Oct. 30. Mon., Wed. & Thu., 6-11pm; Fri.-Sun., 6-11:30pm. $14-26; kids under 3, free. -
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Roots & Wings Festival
Celebrate trees, butterflies, bees, and nature in our city with over 50 events happening throughout the city, with special significance this year as Austin was recently certified as a Bee City USA affiliate.Through Nov. 5Citywide -
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Slow Fashion Festival
An event cultivating connection, community, and awareness around the slow fashion movement, with a show, panels, a market, gallery, and more.Oct. 21-23. $35.Factory on Fifth, 3409 E. Fifth -
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Texas Clay Festival
More than 80 potters and clay artists from around the state come together to present demonstrations and show their work.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 22-23Gruene -
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Texas Pumpkin Fest
Tons of fall family fun beyond the patch: a Ferris wheel, "Tent of Terror," games, train rides, axe-throwing, and lots more. Attractions are limited Tue.-Thu., but it's free for all on Tuesdays, only $5 Wed.-Thu., and on Wednesdays is free for military, veterans, and first responders.Oct. 8-30. Tue.-Sun., 10am-7pm. $5-10.8760 FM 2243, Leander -
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Texas Renaissance Festival
With 55 acres of shows, shops, food, and fun, this is the largest Renaissance festival in the country and the biggest weekend party in Texas.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 8-Nov. 27Todd Mission -
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The Austin Chronicle Halloween Costume & Home Display Contest
Dressing up this Halloween? Going all out decorating your digs? Send us pics of your spookiest, scariest, most outrageous costumes and home displays for a chance to win a prize pack curated by Culture Editor Richard Whittaker. Winners will be featured in the Oct. 28 issue.Through Oct. 25 -
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The Great Pumpkin Bash
Carve pumpkins or smash one for charity, jam to live music, feast on treats from Zucchini Kill, shop the witchy wares of Eastside Pop Up, and celebrate Charles Schultz's birthday with a screening of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown." Wear your finest orange duds to win special prizes.Sun., Oct. 23, 1-9pm. Free. -
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Vino Vinyasa
Learn fun wine facts through creative yoga poses, then enjoy a comparative tasting, snacks, and discounted bottles.Sun., Oct. 23, noon. $30. -
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Wooden Boat Festival
This is an annual showcase of all things nautical with demonstrations, flea market, music, and food vendors on the seashore.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 21-23Port Aransas -
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Youth Poetry Contest
Orpheus Academy of Music invites students ages 6-12 to submit poems about either making music with friends or making music to change the world, with the winning poem being used as part of an original composition to be performed live at the historic Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Grand prize also includes $500 and a month of free lessons!Submissions due Nov. 1. Free. -
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Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation
Help the city achieve its goal of reaching zero waste by 2040 by joining Austin Resource Recovery's Zero Waste Block Leader Program, which connects green-minded community advocates and neighbors to help educate and increase participation in the city’s recycling, composting, and other programs.Sun., Oct. 23, 4pmVirtual
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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
