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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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Texas Stars
The hockey team opens the season with two home games against the Colorado Eagles.Fri.-Sat., Oct. 14-15, 7pm
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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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Austin City Limits Music Festival
Three days of live music on several stages, all of Austin's fave foods, and lots of fun activities around the park make for an exhausting but exhilarating and unforgettable experience. Single-day and full-weekend passes are available, now with a layaway option. Read more as the fest approaches at austinchronicle.com/music.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 7-9 & 14-16 -
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Austin RV Super Sale
Come out for the RVs that are priced to move, stay for the live music and food trucks.Oct. 14-16. Free admission. -
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Austin String Band Festival
A weekend of music, camping, jamming, dancing, and friends at a family-friendly fest.Oct. 14-16. $15-50; kids under 16, free; camping for add'l fee. -
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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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Burger Showdown 3.0
This one-of-a-kind event has 10 top chefs competing to see who makes the best slider, and the audience gets to decide by popular vote.Fri., Oct. 14, 6-8pm. $50.San Antonio -
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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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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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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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Enchanted Waffle Pop-up
After a 2.5-year hiatus, the plant-based and gluten-free waffle purveyors excitedly relaunch with a soft opening over two weekends.Oct. 7-9 & 14-16 -
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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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Ghouls Night!
Calling all bad witches for a pumpkin painting party complemented by pumpkin martinis or mocktails and witchy music.Fri., Oct. 14, 6-8pm. $35. -
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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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Halloween Costume Swap
Bring out your kids' too-small costumes and swap them for something new to you! Bring them anytime before the event and they'll be sorted into boxes, and then you can swap away and enjoy a movie and drink specials.Sat., Oct. 14, 6-10pm. Free. -
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HerStory X LoveShackFancy Pop-Up
Sip and shop with exclusive hats from Corazon Playero, with a chance to custom embroider or handpaint your headwear.Oct. 13-15LoveShackFancy, 1011 S. Congress, Bldg. 1 #160 -
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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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Literature LIVE: The Vain Cuckoo
Join Austin Public Library’s performance troupe, Literature LIVE, as they present this Latin-American legend about why the cuckoo bird lays its eggs in other bird's nests.Fri., Oct. 14, 10am. Free. -
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Meanwhile Brewing's Second Anniversary Party
The stellar South Austin brewery celebrates two years with four days of fun, with live music, limited beer releases, special menu items at the food trucks, and activities.Thu.-Sun., Oct. 13-16. Free. -
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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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Monsters Art Camp
In this spooky one-day camp, campers will paint a monster mug, sew an adorable felt monster stuffy, and draw their own monster inspired by local artist Gerardo Rodriguez. Choose from a Monday or Friday session.Oct. 10 & 14, 10am-2pm. $85. -
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Music on the Hill
Meet neighbors and see world-class musicians in the "Best Unknown Listening Room in Austin." Opening with multi-instrumentalist Matt Bradshaw and featuring smooth soul from Motenko.Fri., Oct. 14, 7pm. $10 suggested donation.Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 1700 Woodland Ave. -
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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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No Worries Classic
A variety of clay shooting games for prizes, with breakfast, lunch, earplugs, and ammo provided. Benefits Wonders & Worries, which provides free, professional support for children and teenagers through a parent’s serious illness.Fri., Oct. 14, 8am-1pm. $500 per shooter or $2500 per team. -
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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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Pumpkin Art Camp
In this spooky one-day camp, kiddos will create tie-dye T-shirts, paint adorable pumpkin pottery pieces, and draw unique pumpkins inspired by a Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Choose from a Monday or Friday session.Oct. 10 & 14, 10am-2pm. $85. -
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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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St. Paul Fall Festival
A fam-friendly fest with tons of live bands, fair food, drinks, rides, games, raffles, and more.Oct. 14-15. Fri., 6-10pm; Sat., 1-10pm. Free.St. Paul Catholic Church, 10000 David Moore Dr. -
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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 State Volleyball
Vs. Southern Miss.Fri., Oct. 14, 6pmStrahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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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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UTOPiAfest
A family-friendly music fest featuring 20+ artists playing two stages, with camping, craft vendors, a silent disco, and outdoor recreational adventures like hiking, yoga, mountain biking, disc golf, and more.Oct. 14-15Burnet -
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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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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
