Join Austin Water for a guided hike on Austin Water Wildlands – conservation lands that benefit people, water, and wildlife. From family-friendly walks through woodlands in west Austin to cross-country treks through grassland savanna in Buda – they host a variety of free hikes in and around Austin each month.
Celebrate the "Best of Austin" finalists with a wide variety of vendor booths, performances, drink specials, and more, benefiting Austin Pets Alive! Family- and dog-friendly.
Hunters, fishers, and all lovers of the outdoors will want to stop in to shop outdoor gear and see product demos, sip ranch water, and enjoy tasty barbecue.
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.
If you've been missing Blue Genie since the holidays, never fear. Shop the work of over 100 regional artisans and craftspeople all month at the May market, which is the perfect place to find gifts for all your spring occasions.
April 29-May 29, Fri.-Sun., and Mon., May 30. Free.
For some of us, queso almost runs through our veins. We Are Blood partnered with Kerbey Lane Cafe to provide blood donors with vouchers for a free queso while supplies last, so schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
Finley’s takes over part of the historic Driskill Hotel’s Chisholm Trail Room, offering haircuts, beard/mustache trims, and straight-razor shaves along with a bit of early 1900s nostalgia.
AISD's GT students were invited to submit a virtual student project that connected with the 2022 theme, "Pathways and Passions." See a selection of chosen projects online.
Brush Square Museums and Brush Square Museums Foundation announce an open call to writers to submit original limericks about Texas or Austin. Pay tribute to the people, places, sights, and sounds of this great city and state by immortalizing (or gently mocking) them in verse!
Submissions accepted through June 4; finalists voted on June 5-11
Celebrate the motorcycle community with a market from Eastside Pop Up, music from DJ Devil Woman, a Nineties biker-themed photo booth by 512 Cowboy, and more.
Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
The community is invited to provide feedback on a proposal to change the name of Pan American Neighborhood Park to Tony Castillo Pan American Neighborhood Park. An online survey is now open, and meetings will be held online and at the park.
Survey open through June 4. Virtual meetings: Thu., May 19 & June 2, 7pm. In-person meeting: Sat., June 4, 10:30am, 2100 E. Third
The Dougherty Arts Center seeks submissions from LGBTQ+ artists for a pop-up exhibit during the Pride celebration with the theme "Glow Up!" Get all the details and submit online.
Join Blue Austin Democrats to hit the streets and talk to folks about voting in the May 24 primary run-off election. Several options are available all over town.
Each year, the city prepares a plan detailing the amount of federal funding to be allocated to various housing and public service programs. Give your feedback online or at a public hearing Tue., May 10, 6:30pm, with the Community Development Commission, or Thu., June 9, 10am, with City Council.
The public is invited to provide input on the city's plan to allocate federal funds dedicated to homelessness and housing instability, either online or at a public hearing May 10 with the Community Development Commission or June 9 with City Council.
Vs. El Paso. Enjoy a fireworks show Friday, a Spazmatics concert Saturday; and Kids' Day Sunday features pregame activities and a postgame running of the bases.
May 20-22. Fri., 7:05pm; Sat., 6:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm
In celebration of Earth month and their goal to help create a zero-waste community, Texas Farmers’ Market is launching a fundraiser to help bring their free: composting program back to its Mueller market. Donate online or at the market on Sundays, 10am-2pm, and get a free water bottle for your donation.
All month, We Are Blood is rewarding blood and platelet donors with a limited-edition "Stick With Me" T-shirt when they bring a friend along to donate. Appointments required; make one online or call 512/206-1266.
Join a 30-day wellness campaign to get inspired, get healthy, and make a positive change. Proceeds go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.