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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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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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Austin Record Convention
Dealers, collectors, and aficionados gather to share vinyl, CDs, cassettes, posters, shirts, and other music memorabilia from hundreds of vendors. Early-bird shoppers get a day of early access Friday as well as early admission on Saturday and Sunday.Oct. 1-2. Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. See early shop schedule online. $5; $30 for early shop. -
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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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Sacred Springs Pow-wow
Indigenous people return to Spring Lake for a day of dancing, craft vendors, food, and music.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 1-2. $5-8.San Marcos
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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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ACL Festival Load-In Closures
With the behemoth of a festival just around the corner, residents can expect road closures and verious lot closures around Zilker as the fest (Oct. 7-9 & 14-16) sets up and breaks down. In addition, the park will be closed for other uses beginning Sept. 26. The city has a handy map and schedule of all the details online for those who want to prepare.Sept. 19-Oct. 21Zilker Park and surrounding area -
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Barking Beauty Pageant
Cute canines compete in designer duds at this puppy pageant, all to benefit Austin Pets Alive! and Dream Beauty Academy.Sun., Oct. 2, 3pmAcademy of Hair Design/BeVelle Barber School, 2015 E. Riverside -
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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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Beer Release & Donation Drive
Meanwhile Brewing Co. is teaming up with Val Verde Border Humanitarian Coalition for a donation drive tied to the release of Val Verde, a green tea lager. They're seeking donations of clothing and new, travel-size toiletries; get details online for what you should bring when you go to try the new brew.Through Oct. 3 -
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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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Cocomelon Live: JJ's Journey
A unique and interactive musical adventure with magical special effects in an unforgettable live stage show.Sun., Oct. 2, 3pm. $36-81. -
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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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Donate Blood, Get Tacos
Treat yo'self to a damn good taco from Torchy's as a reward for the good deed of donating blood.Oct. 1-14We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Down to Earth: Foundations for Grappling
This coed beginner-friendly grappling class taught by trans nonbinary instructor Lu Villarreal will improve mobility on the ground, affirm the basic grappling principles, and add new sequences to your martial arts toolbox.Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Through Oct. 9. $30 per class; $100 for series. -
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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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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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Free Basketball Skills Clinic
Tavarus Blanchard Foundation offers free sessions to spark kids' interest in basketball and build their skills. Register and get details online.Sun. Oct. 2 & Nov. 6. Free.Pflugerville Rec Center, 400 Immanuel Rd. -
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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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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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H-E-B Free First Sunday
Explore the story of Texas through three floors of exhibits showcasing artifacts from around the state.First Sundays, 10am-5pm. Free. -
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H-E-B Women's Pro Tennis Open
Tennis pros come from around the world to compete as part of the DropShot tournament series.Sept. 27-Oct. 2. 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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Lone Star Gourd Festival & Art Show
The Texas Gourd Society presents a fest with gourd-geous art, a gift shop, raffle, giveaways, and more.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 29-Oct. 2. Free.Fredericksburg -
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Modern Times Lecture Series
Dr. Karen Pope speaks on "Celebrating and Creating History: America’s Centennial Exposition," and the connection between the 1876 World's Fair in Philadelphia and the young state of Texas.Sun., Oct. 2, 2-4pm -
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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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Oktoberfest at Jester King
Jester King pulls out all the stops, with live music, Bavarian food specials, and of course, plenty of beer, plus trivia on Thursday, Drag Bingo on Friday, and keg-rolling and stein-holding contests on Sunday.Sept. 28-Oct. 2 -
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Paws & Pours for AHS
If you'll be out and about in October and you love animals, here's a chance to maximize your fun and support Austin Humane Society. Simply buy a passport and all month you'll get free glasses of wine, free flights, and other paw-some specials at more than two dozen spots, along with a beverage and koozie from Mighty Swell. Buy online or at a kickoff party at Hank's (5811 Berkman, Oct. 4, 4-6pm); Easy Tiger (1501 E. Seventh, Oct. 5, 5-7pm); or Jo's Coffee (1000 E. 41st, Oct. 7, 9-11am).Oct. 1-31. Passes available after Sept. 22. $40.Multiple locations -
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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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Poetry on Tea Leaves
A workshop and open mic bringing BIPOC and the LGBTQIA+ community together for reading, writing, discussing, and performing prose. Hosted by Ayjshane and Raphaella the Swan, and complemented by tasty teas.First Sundays, 6-8pm. By donation. -
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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 Volunteers Needed
Join Keep Austin Beautiful to assemble activity kits for the fall festival.Sept. 26-Oct. 7 -
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Rosita y Conchita
Two sisters try to reunite on the Day of the Dead, in this play (based on the award-winning children’s book by Erich Haeger and Eric González) that will appeal to kids of all ages, with its delights of rhyming bilingual dialogue, music, puppetry, and images.Sun., Oct. 2. $15-20. -
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Tailgate to Tackle Poverty Fundraiser
Enjoy a live concert featuring talented Austin musician Jackie Venson, local food and beverages, tailgate games for all ages, prizes, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Dream Come True Foundation, which creates pathways for families to break the cycle of poverty.Sun., Oct. 2, 4-7pm. $10-75.Vuka, 5504 N. Lamar -
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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 Little Gay Shop of Horrors
Any hunger for horror will surely be sated by this haunting event, with local artists and makers, a dog costume contest, spooky drag, delicious food and drinks, and Gays with Clay. Perhaps you'll find your own Audrey II.Sun., Oct. 2, noon-4pm -
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
The Little Gay Shop of Horrors
Shop a Halloween market with dozens of local artists and makers, enjoy drag performances, and enter your dog in the costume contest to win some cash for Halloween treats!Sun., Oct. 2, noon-4pm. Free. -
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Venardos Circus
Former Ringling Bros. ringmaster Kevin Venardos blends world-class animal-free circus acts with a Broadway musical-style format for this big-top show ideal for the whole family.Sept. 21-Oct. 2. Wed.-Fri., 7pm; Sat., 1, 4 & 7pm; Sun., 1 & 4pm -
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Vino Vinyasa
Learn fun wine facts through creative yoga poses, then enjoy snacks and a comparative tasting of two wines.Sun., Oct. 2, noon. $40.Summer Revival Wine Co., 665 U.S. Hwy. 290 W., Dripping Springs -
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Volunteer With TCDP
With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.OngoingVarious locations
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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
