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Affordable Art Fair Austin
Affordable Art Fair Austin will launch in May 2024, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, their spectacular first edition is set to be unmissable!May 16-19Palmer Events Center -
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Kadampa Meditation Center Austin
This evening talk offers a special visit with renowned Buddhist teacher and NKT-IKBU Deputy Spiritual Director Gen-la Kelsang Jampa. Gen-la will share Buddhist advice on developing our love as a way to protect our self from suffering and learn to become truly happy. Our life then becomes immensely meaningful in benefiting others with our mind of unconditional love.Fri. May 3, 7pm-8:30pmVuka North
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VIVA Fest
The second annual arts and culture festival powered by Las Ofrendas honors La Frida like Austin has never seen before. Featuring live performances from Mariachi Las Coronelas, Miguel St. Miguel, the Tiarras, and Eva Ybarra; drag performances by Grandma Steven, Bobby Pudrido, Alexandria Van Cartier, Venus Rising, and Danny Blast; tunes from DJs Kickit, All Day Ray, Zetroc, Rosez, La Moon, and more; plus a special curated Frida Friday ATX market showcasing some of Austin's best BIPOC and queer artists and small-business owners. Come dressed as your favorite Frida painting for a chance to enter the costume contest, and check out the Tribute to Frida Gallery Wall curated by Monica Cenicero.Sun., Oct. 8, noon-6pm -
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Sordid Lives
Austin Rainbow Theatre presents their inaugural production: Del Shores’ raucous Texas comedy about "about accepting our loved ones for who they are," starring nationally acclaimed drag entertainer and local celebrity Nadine Hughes as Brother Boy. Directed by Christopher Preslar.Through Oct. 14. Thu.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $20. -
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Ba$e & Friends w/ Norman Ba$e, Frederick Boom, Southside Hippie, Krypol Haze, King Lavish, Antonio, Acclimated Assassin
Local rappers Frederick Boom and Southside Hippie support Norman Ba$e at another free iteration of his event series.Sun., Oct. 8, 6pm. Free (21+). -
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
Bat City Scaregrounds
A fully immersive, multi-acre entertainment complex dedicated to all things Halloween, with three highly detailed haunted houses, live music, Vegas-style performances, seasonal food, and a dark market with 10 vendors.Sept. 29-Oct. 31. Open select Thu.-Sun. evenings and HalloweenBat City Scaregrounds, 14101 South Turnersville Rd., Buda -
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Canje x William Chris Party
Tavel Bristol-Joseph's amazing Canje crew has teamed up with award-winning William Chris Vineyards for this wine-forward party, complete with eating, drinking, mingling, and dancing. The night will feature nine Canje dishes paired with nine wines from William Chris Vineyards, including three 2017 magnums pulled from their cellar just for the party.Sun., Oct. 8, 6-9pm. $125. -
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Club X first anniversary w/ EXOTIC FRUITICA, Narrow Haunts, Flags, DJ Astral Violet
The Michele Mas/Misti Watts-promoted second Sunday residency – and 2023 Best of Austin Critics Pick for Best Source of Sunday Discoveries – celebrates one year with post-punk act EXOTIC FRUITICA, Narrow Haunts, FLAGS, and DJ Astral Violet.Sun., Oct. 8, 7pm -
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Locktoberfest
Here comes the first annual Locktoberfest, overflowing shops, bars, and restaurants in downtown Lockhart, Texas, bringing you the essence of world-famous Oktoberfest celebrations, combining traditional Bavarian culture with a local Texas twist. Savor the flavors of Germany with mouthwatering fest foods, from homemade bratwurst by the Sausage Kings of Lockhart, pretzels, and beer cheese to German-themed pizza, schnitzel, and sauerkraut. Test the strength of your powerful thews at Masskrugstemmen, the traditional steinholding competition.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 6-8. Free to attend. -
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Mockjaw (9:00)
It’s officially the right time to catch Mockjaw, who’s one summer into impressing Red River indie rockers with bustling jazz jams, polishing a debut single, and fresh off a Local Live recording with collegiate tastemakers KVRX. Not to mention, this show’s free on the Patrizi’s pasta-assisted Butterfly Bar stage. Guitarist/vocalist Sloan Hill, drummer Collin McCord, and keyboardist KindKeith (known for their own enlivening soul/pop project) all met in UT jazz school. Busy Austin bassist Tanner Hoyt joins the snappy, twinkly new effort. Embodying their mellow genre linkage, Keith promises a cover of Aussie art rockers Jaala’s 2018 “Good Circuit” via text: “We love playin jazz and fusion music and that’s most of what we write, but we’ve been covering […] this weird indie rock song that’s been fitting into the set really well.”Sun., Oct. 8 -
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Oktoberfest
Just a short jaunt from the city, find the ultimate celebration of German heritage in the polka capital of Texas: live music on five stages, waltz and yodel contests, a Kinderpark for the kiddos, dozens of food and drink vendors, and lots more, including a chance to shake your tailfeather at the Chicken Dance.Fri.-Sun., Oct. 6-8Fredericksburg -
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Six: The Musical
From Tudor queens to pop icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into a euphoric celebration of 21st-century girl power.Oct. 3-8. Tue.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 1 & 6:30pm. $40 and up. -
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The Shining (1980)
This haunting adaptation of a Stephen King novel is top-tier terror.Sun., Oct. 8, 10:15pm -
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2023 Legacy Business Month
Preservation Austin's inaugural Legacy Business Month is designed to encourage Austinites to celebrate and support the institutions that define so much of Austin’s culture. Pick up a passport to guide your way through 13 local businesses that have been in operation for 20 years or more, such as Peter Pan Mini-Golf, the Paramount Theatre, and Cisco’s, and show your love to some of Austin's most iconic treasures.Oct. 1-30. Free.Passports available at BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar; Zilker Taproom, 1701 E. Sixth -
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3 Chord Rodeo
Second Sunday of every month, 3pm and Second Sunday of every month, 3pm -
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A Christmas Story (1983)
Flashback Cinema: Is it that time already? Get amped up for the holiday season with the quotable classic.Sun., Oct. 8, 4pm, 6:30pm -
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A Musical Feast Concert Series
Featuring Nacho Average Jazz Orchestra, who'll put you in the Halloween spirit with takes on "Thriller" and the Ghostbusters theme, plus a pumpkin patch and libations.Sun., Oct. 8, 5pm. Free; suggested donation of $10.St. Richard's Episcopal Church, 1420 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock -
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
Art in ATX: Halloween Market
Shop and support dozens of Austin artists and small businesses with spooky wares ranging from fine art prints to jewelry, home decor, and much more, plus live music from Lady Dan, the Get Lows, Meddah, and DJ Provenance. Costumes encouraged!Sun., Oct. 8, noon-5pm. Free. -
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Austin Central Library: Mother/Land
Yuliya Lanina’s exhibition delves into the Austin-based artist’s complex and personal relationship with the war in Ukraine. Through animation, sculpture, and installation, Lanina continues her introspective exploration of the emotional and physical impact of war and trauma. See our cover story on this powerful work right here.Through Nov. 5. 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. 6-8 & 13-15. $170 and up. -
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Austin Short Films Showcase
Indie Meme presents a selection of short films made by rising stars in local cinema.Sun., Oct. 8, 3:30pm -
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Barry Lyndon (1975)
An epic costume drama based on William Makepeace Thackeray's novel about the adventures of a young Irish rogue (O'Neal) in the 18th century.Sun., Oct. 8, 12:30pm -
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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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Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as the iconic duo solves the case of the Baskerville family curse.Through Oct. 15. Fri.-Sat., 7pm; Sun., 2pm. $45 and up. -
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Bear Beer Bust
Iron Bear's beer bust brings all the boys to the bar. Specials on select pints and pitchers.Sundays, 2-9pm -
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Bike Story Night
An unforgettable night of storytelling and connecting with cycling friends new and old, along with raffle prizes and featured bike nonprofit Street Books ATX.Sun., Oct. 8, 7:35pm. $11-20 suggested donation. -
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Blue Starlite Halloween Classics Pass
Blue Starlite has a new offering for Halloween Month: Buy a pass and get access to all the spooky screenings you can handle, including Shaun of the Dead, The Craft, and of course the original Halloween.Oct. 1-25. $95.Blue Starlite Downtown & Central locations
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