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  • BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration

    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).
    Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pm  
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    BookSpring

  • 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 5  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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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, 2023  
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    Ruby City, San Antonio

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    A Midsummer Night's Dream

    Inspired Minds presents the beguiling Shakespeare comedy.
    May 19-21 & 26-28. $12.  
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    Inspired Minds Art Center

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    A Taste of the Arboretum

    Get free samples and discounts at the Arboretum's many vendors, enjoy live music, join a raffle, and bring items for the Central Texas Food Bank.
    Sat., May 20, 5-7pm. Free.  
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    The Arboretum

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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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    Playland Skate Center

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    APH Vaccination Event

    Get free vaccines at the Mexican Consulate Friday (10am-1pm) or on Saturday at the Austin Deaf Club (11am-1pm) or Burnet Middle School (10am-1pm). No proof of citizenship or insurance required.
    Fri.-Sat., May 19-20  
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    Mexican Consulate, 5202 E. Ben White #150; Austin Deaf Club, 8818 Cullen; Burnet Middle School, 8401 Hathaway

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    Austin Sol

    The local pro Ultimate Frisbee team hosts the San Diego Growlers.
    Sat., May 20, 7pm  
    info & schedule
    Westlake High School

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    Austin Torch

    The women's Ultimate Frisbee team faces Atlanta Soul.
    Sat., May 20, 5pm  
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    Texas School for the Deaf

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    Kids

    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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    Thinkery

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    Black Makers Market

    Vibe to some great music while supporting some of the finest Black vendors in ATX at this celebration of Black creatives, music, food, and culture.
    Sat., May 20, noon-4pm  
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    Carver Museum

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    Blanco State Park Celebration

    Learn about the park while taking part in recreational and nature activities. Reserve a free pass to guarantee entry.
    Sat., May 20, 10am-3pm. Free.
    Blanco

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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market

    We always shop Blue Genie Art Bazaar during the winter holiday season, but we don't have to wait seven more months! At this spring market, see the work of more than 100 regional artisans and craftspeople and pick up gifts for Mother's or Father's Day, graduation, weddings, or any other spring/summer occasion. Raffles, samples, and demos will be offered throughout the show.
    Through May 29. Fri.-Sun. (and Memorial Day), 10am-8pm. Free.
    Blue Genie Art Bazaar

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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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    Bullock Texas State History Museum

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    Bluff Schuetzenfest

    Commemorate the old-world German traditions with a day featuring entertainment, community booths, family activities, living history demonstrations, special tours, food and drink, and more.
    Sat., May 20, 11am-7pm. Free.
    La Grange

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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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    Palmer Events Center

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    Donate Blood, Get Free Queso

    We Are Blood partners with Kerbey Lane to reward blood donors with a free queso voucher.
    May 15-31. Free.  
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    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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    Doom Metal Goat Yoga

    Jester King partners with Oak + Lotus Yoga for sessions where you can sink into doomy and melodic sounds while being guided through a yoga session surrounded by JK's glorious goat herd. Bring forth the beasts!
    March 4-May 27. Saturdays, 10am. $25.  
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    Jester King Brewery

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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.  
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    607 W. St Johns #10

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    Family Yoga

    A space for kids and their adult to practice yoga together.
    Saturdays, noon-1pm. Free.  
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    Dove Springs Recreation Center

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    Fanatec GT World Challenge America

    An action-packed weekend of sports car racing offering fans open access to the stars and cars of SRO America. The race weekend will feature nonstop on-track racing with support championships including Toyota GR Cup North America, Pirelli GT4 America, GT America powered by AWS, and TC America powered by Skip Barber.
    Fri.-Sun., May 19-21. $10 and up.  
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    Circuit of the Americas

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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.  
    register on eventbrite
    Boggy Creek Farm

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    Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin

    Stronger Austin offers a variety of virtual fitness classes from chair yoga to kickboxing to Zumba, with something bound to fit in everyone's schedule. All you need to do is register and RSVP online!
    January to May. Free.  
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    Virtual

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    Fix-it-Clinic

    Bring broken household items and learn how to fix them from skilled coaches, whether you've got a busted blender or torn T-shirt. Register before it fills up!
    Sat., May 20, 11am-2pm. Free.  
    register on eventbrite
    Pleasant Hill Branch Library

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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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    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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    Fareground

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    Guided Hike With Park Rangers

    Explore Mayfield Park and Preserve like never before with lovely and knowledgeable Park Rangers, who will interpret some of the natural features of this pristine preserve and how to visit responsibly using the seven principles of Leave No Trace. The hike will end at the gardens, where you're guaranteed to hear and see peahens and peacocks!
    Sat., May 20, 9-10am  
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    Mayfield Park & Preserve

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    Have You Eaten Yet?

    At this lively and informative event about communication in AAPI families, Vyasar Ganesan leads an intergenerational panel to be followed by workshops led by mental health professionals, which is all capped off with a resource fair and delish free lunch from Tso Chinese Delivery.
    Sat., May 20, 10am-1pm
    Asian American Resource Center

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    Kids on Bikes in Parks

    Kids ages 5-15 will discover the joy of cycling and improve their riding skills on a closed course. Families without bikes can borrow one at no cost thanks to Woom Bikes.
    Sat., May 20, 9am-noon. Free.
    Mueller Lake Park

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    Kinda Tropical Vintage Market

    Eat, drink, vibe, and shop local vendors.
    Sat., May 20, noon-6pm. Free.  
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    Kinda Tropical

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    Kyle Fair: A Tex-Travaganza

    They call this family-friendly fest "finer than frog hair," and it includes carnival rides and games, a great live music lineup, ribs and 'rita competitions, crafts and food vendors, fireworks, and of course, the annual world record attempt to gather the most folks named Kyle.
    May 19-21  
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    Lake Kyle Park, 700 Lehman Rd., Kyle

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    Lee County Fair

    Nothing beats a real county fair for unique foods, carnival rides, vendors, cook-offs, music, and loads of fun.
    Fri.-Sat., May 19-20
    Giddings

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    Make a Mini Living Wall Class

    Enjoy the gorgeous garden and create your own living wall in a fun, hands-on class, then get a discount at the boutique and nursery.
    Sat., May 20, 1:30pm. $85.  
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    Articulture Designs

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    National Tour de Tush

    The Tour de Tush is a nationwide virtual cycling event hosted by the Colon Cancer Coalition, and raises awareness and funds for colon cancer research. Join solo or with a team along with participants from around the world.
    Throughout May. $33 (includes T-shirt and medal).  
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    Virtual

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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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    Butler Pitch & Putt

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    Pickleball Mixer

    Put your skills to the test and meet new pickleball enthusiasts with two hours of round-robin competition.
    Sat., May 20, 7pm  
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    Austin Tennis Center

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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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    Pioneer Farms

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    Round Rock Express

    Vs. El Paso. Bring two canned goods for the food bank Tuesday and get free admission. Thursday is dog-friendly, Friday features fireworks, Saturday is Wizarding Night, and Sunday is Kids' Day, with activities for youngsters including a postgame run around the bases.
    May 16-21. Tue.-Sat., 7:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm  
    tickets & schedule
    Dell Diamond

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    Out of Town

    Scarborough Renaissance Festival

    The king and queen summon you to a day of fun with the shows, games, food, and artisan market.
    April 8-May 29. Sat., Sun., & Memorial Day Monday, 10am-7pm  
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    Waxahachie

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    SFC Farmers' Market: 20th Anniversary

    In addition to the weekly farmers' market, enjoy live music, crafts, chef demonstrations, and a birthday bash that's been two decades in the making – all free, family-friendly, and in support of the Sustainable Food Center.
    Through May 27. Saturdays, 9am-1pm  
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    SFC Farmers' Market Downtown

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    Slam Portal V

    The hilarious pro wrestlers put on a show with the theme "If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It!"
    Sat., May 20, 7pm. Free.  
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    Central Machine Works

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    Testicle Festival

    The annual salute to the original sack lunch begins at noon at the General Store with music and the Gonad Games to follow.
    Sat., May 20
    Castell

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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. 27  
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    Submit online

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    The Margarita & Food Truck Fest

    Enjoy live music and a multitude of margaritas along with a variety of tasty food truck options.
    Sat., May 20, 11am-7pm. $15+.
    Round Rock Amp

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    UT Baseball

    Vs. West Virginia.
    May 18-20. Thu.-Fri., 6:30pm; Sat., 2:30pm  
    info & schedule
    Disch-Falk Field

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    Walk to Cure Arthritis

    Whether you’re an arthritis warrior yourself or care about someone who is, sign up and raise funds to support better treatments and a cure.
    Sat., May 20, 8am
    Concordia University

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    World Dracula Day

    Dracula fans, grab your paprika chicken becuz its time to celebrate the 125 anniversary of this vampire Vladdy. Enjoy the dark delights of DJs, side show performers doing classic acts like the bed of nails, contortion, and sword swallowing, drag, and blood wrestling.
    Sat., May 20, 5-10pm
    The Glass Coffin

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    Yesterfest: Celebrating the Pioneer Spirit

    May is National Historic Preservation Month, and Yesterfest, a uniquely Bastrop event with over 27 years of history, will again draw tourists and local residents to historic Downtown Bastrop following a more than 5-year hiatus. The event highlights Bastrop’s diverse history for visitors through historical reenactors, pioneer-skilled demonstrators, vendors, speakers, storytellers, and music.
    Sat., May 20, 10am-4pm. Free.
    Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center, 904 Main St., 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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    Republic Square
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    Civic Events

    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.  
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    Various locations
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