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Affordable Art Fair Austin
After a hugely successful first edition, Affordable Art Fair Austin returns May 15-18, 2025 at the Palmer Events Center, showcasing thousands of original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming 55 local, national and international exhibitors, the second edition will be unmissable.May 15-18, 2025Palmer Events Center -
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The Juilliard String Quartet with pianist Anna Petrova
With unparalleled artistry and enduring vigor, the Juilliard String Quartet (JSQ) continues to inspire audiences around the world. Founded in 1946 and hailed by The Boston Globe as “the most important American quartet in history,” the ensemble draws on a deep and vital engagement to the classics, while embracing the mission of championing new works, a vibrant combination of the familiar and the daring.Sat. May 17, 7:30pmRiverbend Centre
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Bat City Review: Issue 20 Launch
Bat City Review, an annual literary mag founded and run entirely by creative writing graduate students at UT-Austin, celebrates the launch of its 20th issue this Saturday at one of the newest additions to Austin’s literary scene, the lovely First Light Books on Speedway. Since its inception in 2004, Bat City Review has been dedicated to supporting emerging writers and artists, and publishes a wide swath of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and visual art. It’s edited by MFA candidates from the New Writers Project, Michener Center for Writers, and UT Studio Art, and “has aroused the attention of the small-press literary scene and earned a reputation as one of the most consistently rich literary magazines published today,” First Light enthuses. The event will include short readings from authors and editors alike. – Lina FisherSat., Oct. 5 -
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Austoberfest
What do you get when you mix Austin, autumn, a 214-year-old German tradition, and a hearty helping of beer? Austoberfest. Hosted by the Austin Saengerrunde, the full day promises live music (polka, rock, and more), sausage tasting, kids games, bowling, and even a yodeling contest. It’s all about camaraderie until the stein-holding contest, where finalists advance to Wurstfest, so start conditioning whatever muscles you use to hold (and not drink) a big ol’ beer. We wouldn’t know the names. – Amber WilliamsSat., Oct. 5 -
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Banned Bodies: A Halloween Ball
House of Trans leader the Trans Era alongside co-host Jenna Talia bring a special scary-season edition of their trans-centric show featuring local trans music and drag. Bring tip money and all your righteous rage: Both will be exorcised before the night’s over.Sat., Oct. 5 -
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Boiler Room: Austin Day 1 w/ Cowgirl Clue, Dorian Electra, LSDXOXO, more
The legendary Boiler Room brings its world tour to Austin, peddling in all things Jack. The Saturday lineup was so spicy (including the likes of Cowgirl Clue, Dorian Electra, and members of the Perreo Club), the show sold out in a flash, prompting organizers to add another day. Sunday’s lineup gets even tastier with Boys Noize, BAMBI, HiTech, and the House of Lepore – hosted, of course, by the Legendary Natalie Lepore. For the house heads and party monsters who nabbed a Saturday-night ticket, make your way to the Concourse Project. For those holding out for Sunday, the location is still TBD. Stick close to your inboxes. – Cy WhiteSat., Oct. 5, 9pm -
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Brewskies & Baddies: Chappell vs. Charli
Host Tara Cotta returns with her B&B crew to pit this summer’s biggest girlies against each other: Chappell Roan versus Charli XCX.Sat., Oct. 5 -
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Dogra Magra
Toshio Matsumoto may stand as one of Japan’s most prolific creators, responsible for dozens of experimental shorts, theatrical plays, and radio performances. When he ventured into feature films, it was always for something tectonic. While his trans tragedy Funeral Parade of Roses may be his most famous work, it might be his final feature – anti-mystery Dogra Magra – that is his defining and most difficult work. Adapting one of the Sandaikisho (the “Three Great Occult Books” of Japanese prewar literature), Matsumoto drags you into a realm of metaphysical terror and Jungian symbolism. – Richard WhittakerOct. 4-5 -
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Faders Up: The John Aielli Experience
The late John Aielli, paragon of radio excellence and a true Austin legend, gets the biopic treatment in a new documentary that “shines a light on his early life and scholarly personality,” writes AFS Cinema. “A portrait of a wonderful person and the community that loved, and still loves, him.” That community will come out to share stories about Aielli each screening – catch fellow radio titans Laurie Gallardo and Matt Reilly on October 4, and composer Graham Reynolds October 5, with filmmakers Sam Wainwright Douglas and David Hartstein joining on all three dates. – Lina FisherOct. 4-6 -
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Future Lands
Appalachia is currently experiencing climate disaster, with floods from Hurricane Helene devastating much of the area. This awful scenario puts extra weight on this weekend’s collaborative teach-in from local org Future Front TX and Appalachian grassroots organizer Highlander Center. Focus centers on third spaces – finding pleasure, healing, and visualization while building a movement in the Southern U.S. Each session over the day channels these ideas through a Black feminist lens, with scholars, artists, and organizers providing their thoughts as well as listening to yours. Food is provided by chef Grace Aguilar and her Honduran Creole concept Five O Four. – James ScottSat., Oct. 5 -
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Oktoberfest Fredericksburg
Re-create a sense of gemütlichkeit, aka a state of warmth, friendliness, and good cheer, at this German celebration featuring music, games, food, and drink.Oct. 4-6Fredericksburg -
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Outstanding in the Field
A “roving restaurant without walls,” the Outstanding in the Field tour connects award-winning chefs and sustainable farms for unique outdoor dining experiences. Founder and land artist Jim Denevan will be at the table for the Austin stop, where La Condesa chef Rick Lopez will be making the most of Boggy Creek Farm’s bounty. By the time you read this, tickets to the intimate dinner may have sold out, but you don’t need an excuse to visit this lovely and historic urban farm. We’ll miss the welcoming wag of farm dog Buddy, the very best of boys. – Kimberley JonesSat., Oct. 5 -
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Pflugerville Pfright Pfest
You may be excused for imagining this to be an All Hallow’s Eve event due to the title, but a fool you’ll still be. This here’s our neighboring city’s Pride event! Daytime activities include a kids Pfun zone, live entertainment, trick-or-treating, and costume contests – all for freesies! Pretty good deal considering Austin’s Pride is priced and doesn’t have any trick or treating. But if you’re in the mood for a little grownup fun, drop 25 bucks and attend Pride After Dark: an adults-only event featuring burlesque, undie models, DJs, dancing, and – oh, of course – costume contests. Some things never lose their luster, no matter how old you are. – James ScottSat., Oct. 5Downtown Pflugervill & Hanovers Draught Haus -
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Shock Treatment (1981)
How many supposed The Rocky Horror Picture Show fans don’t even know there’s a sequel? Well, less a sequel and more a follow-up, with genius provocateur Richard O’Brien following the further psychosexual misadventures of Brad and Janet (now played by Cliff DeYoung and Jessica Harper) and their respective emotional meltdowns after the first film. Cover story subject of the very first Austin Chronicle, there’s none of the sing-along B-movie homage fun of the first film, but rather a depressingly prescient warning about the rise of reality TV, set to a New Wave soundtrack. – Richard WhittakerSat., Oct. 5 -
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Sterling Stage Grand Opening
It doesn’t get much better than free food paired with free live music. Come celebrate the grand opening of the Sterling Stage, and treat your soul to some Motown and savory Southern comforts by Hoover’s Cooking. Watch Austin musicians Roderick Sanford, Cicely Renee Jones, and Gene Walker break in this new theatre and live music venue with their tribute to Motown. If you’re feeling generous, take your chance at the auction supporting Hoover’s. – Eden ShamySat., Oct. 5Sterling Stage, 6134 E. 290 Hwy. -
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The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue
Special this month, the burlesque magic made by the Jigglewatts will be serenaded by live music! Mr. Lewis & the Funeral 5 perform for two Saturday shows, bringing rock & roll to this spooky yet sexy show.Sat., Oct. 5 -
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The Pink Pony Rodeo
While her attendance remains a hot speculative topic, Neon Rainbows’ official pre-party for Chappell Roan’s ACL performance is sure to be a real ho-down. There’ll be tunes from all across the country and pop spectrum, from Beyoncé, Kacey Musgraves, Dolly Parton, Brandi Carlile, the Chicks, and many more, spun by DJs Boi Orbison and Kirbbae (DFW).Sat., Oct. 5 -
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Woofstock
The annual retreat for critter play’s Texas Puppy Club. Critters and handlers – and *shiver* camping enthusiasts – can enjoy a great weekend of activities, education, and outdoor hijinks. They’ll also be holding the South Central Pet & Handler Contest, where titleholders will be named. In their words, “Sniff ya there. Awrooooo!”Oct. 3-6Cameron, TX
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"Native America: In Translation"
One thing I’ve loved about newer theatre or museums is the space given for land acknowledgement – statements about the ancestral roots of the space being used. Space that was not always ours, but taken. The Blanton’s latest exhibit tackles that question, but pushes the boundaries. It’s not just about what Native America was, but what it can be. Curator and lauded artist Wendy Red Star has assembled nine other Native artists to create a rich exploration of what life in America is today. Shown through a variety of mediums, something is guaranteed to resonate with the audience. Whether it’s the photos, paintings, videos, or multimedia works is up to you. – Cat McCarreyAug. 4-Jan.5 -
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Luna
Who doesn’t like having friends? They’re great! So great, in fact, that Ramón Esquivel’s play for younger audiences is all about how to make friends. Luna follows Soledad, a daughter of migrant farm workers whose nomadic life makes stable friendships a difficult prospect. Though books, the stars, and her namesake – aka, the moon – keep her company, the play centers on Soledad’s meeting two peers who, much like her, are searching for connection. Bring the kids to this wonderful stage production directed by Mateo Hernandez, but be warned if you’ve got fidgeting young folks: This here play’s an hour without intermission. – James ScottThrough Nov. 16 -
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Arcadia
There was a time, not so long ago, when science was seen as entertainment. No, not Ancient Greece when philosophers would turn experiments into public spectacle, or the Victorian era when lectures on new theories would fill auditoriums. It was the 1990s, when everyone owned a copy of A Brief History of Time on their nightstand, quarks were cool, and Tom Stoppard could write a play about chaos theory and the heat death of the universe, and it would be universally regarded as one of the greatest works of 20th century drama. Eros and Thanatos push and pull in this poetic tale of love and research. – Richard WhittakerThrough Oct. 6 -
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“August” by Lindsey Verrill
In writing about her new show, Little Mazarn’s Lindsey Verrill describes a very contemporary horror story: taking a creative break and coming back to chaos. “This summer I explored the folly of taking time off ‘just to create,’” she writes. “The result was a tumultuous entry back into the working world in August when I found myself with no income and having created no art.” With this gallery show, Verrill puts on display that strange August’s productions: abstract block prints, a handmade quilt, and a soundscape indicative of “the boredom/freedom of giving myself this time.” Attend the opening reception on Friday, Oct. 4, or catch the show on the following three Saturdays: Oct. 5, 12, and 19. – James ScottOpening reception: Oct. 4; open gallery, Oct. 5, 12 -
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“Chronicles: A Retrospective”
Owner, director, and master printer of Flatbed Press, Katherine Brimberry wears many hats. On top of all these hats is her artist hat, which you’ll be hard “pressed” to ignore once you’ve enjoyed her newest exhibit of prints and mixed media works. “Chronicles: A Retrospective” shows off Brimberry’s cornerstone status in Texas printmaking, with gorgeous landscapes and intriguing visuals abounding. From her own artist statement: “When I place found objects into visual relationships with landscape details,: I intend to create an enigma. The viewer, who without the benefit of the history of the objects, is presented this mystery and can find and assign meaning. My underlying intention is creating images that spark epiphany about time and space, life and death, past and future.” Check out the show’s opening on Sat., Aug. 24, and see a retrospective of Brimberry’s collaborative pieces over at St. Edward’s Fine Arts Gallery on Aug. 30. – James ScottOpens Aug. 23; runs through Oct. 6 -
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“Don’t Talk to Me Until I’ve Had My Lasagna”
Known for their platforming of artists with physical and intellectual disabilities, Sage Studio brings to the front a creature beloved of the Sunday morning comic strip connoisseur. Yes, it’s really all about him: Garfield, the orange cat, and his friends, with their many facets showcased by Sage’s artists in traditional and non-traditional materials in this new exhibition. Want a chance to celebrate the big boy in a manner befitting his feline fortitude – and help the studio fundraise? Sage hosts Love Me, Feed Me, Never Leave Me: An Evening with Garfield & Friends this Monday, Oct. 14, where a $100 ticket gets you pizza, lasagna, Garf cocktails, a photobooth, and much more. All this just might be enough to turn even the sourest puss around on Mondays ... – James ScottThrough Nov. 2 -
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“Enclaves”
Imagine a world where humans didn’t exist. No, not like Pixar classic Wall-E, but instead a society in which human life is completely absent. Now you’ve got the idea behind ICOSA’s new exhibition by Matt Rebholz and Jenn Wilson Shepherd, which conjures a flourishing and vibrant world of flora and non-human fauna. Rebholz uses film stills as a jumping-off point for his works, while Shepherd uses a post-humanist lens to create animal-first imagery. Imagine the possibilities. – Amaya AustinThrough Oct. 26 -
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“Floral Realism”
Artists have attempted to capture the natural elegance of flowers for centuries, but the flora in this exhibition have seen some shit. Natural droopiness, common species, and photorealistic imperfections define this series. Through watercolor, oils, and colored pencils, Carol Dawson, James Andrew Smith, and Molly Smith (respectively) showcase the effortless construction and everyday beauty that doesn’t want to be ignored or adored, only appreciated. – James RenovitchThrough Oct. 27