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Graham Reynolds Ruins the Holidays
Don't miss composer and bandleader Graham Reynolds as he burns down the house with his raucous, minor key versions of your holiday favorites along with several special guests! Tickets on sale now.Dec. 8-9Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center -
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Western Wonderland
The City of Dripping Springs is bringing the sparkle this holiday season! Western Wonderland consists of an ice rink, holiday trail of lights, and weekend holiday markets. They will also be hosting special events and appreciation days throughout the month. Complete details, including hours, ticket sales, and an event calendar are available online.Dec. 8 - Jan. 7Dripping Springs Ranch Park Event Center
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Visual Arts
Austin Studio Tour
Yes, the annual event returns in full force from our friends at Big Medium! The Austin Studio Tour is a free, self-guided celebration of visual art, offering deep looks inside the working areas and showrooms of Austin-based artists and creative collaboratives, three weekends of special exhibitions and installations and craft demonstrations and, well, you know there's likely to be all manner of afterparties rocking the town north, south, east, and west, besides.: Painting. Sculpture. Woodworking. Murals. Glasswork. Metalcraft. Collage. New-media manifestations in all manner of innovative flex. So much art in so many forms, brought into being by a diversity of creative, mark-making, culture-sparking humans. Here, in your city, just waiting to fill your senses with wonder.Through Nov. 19. Sat.-Sun., noon-6pm. Free.All over the city -
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Events
(512) 15th Anniversary Party
(512) Brewing is turning 15! Celebrate all things Austin at a kid- and dog-friendly outdoor party with new beers, food, music, and fun. Tickets include three beers, a souvenir logo glass, and access to the music all day.Sat., Nov. 4, noon-7pm -
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AFROTECH Official Music Stage w/ Rick Ross, Saweetie, DJ Spinderella, DJ sets from Soulection (Joe Kay, Andre Power, Jadaboo), Riders Against the Storm (DJ set)
Blavity, Inc.’s gathering of Black tech innovators descends upon Austin for a second consecutive year. During a star-studded Saturday, from noon to 8pm at Republic Square, Maybach Music Group founder Rick Ross headlines a daytime lineup also sporting flossy MC Saweetie (“Best Friend”), DJ Spinderella, and Riders Against the Storm. Later that night at ACL Live, Jadakiss of the LOX punctuates the proceedings. Conference attendees must either purchase an all-access ticket ($2450) or purchase a music pass in addition to general admission ($775) to access the conference’s three official concerts.Sat., Nov. 4, noon. Must buy AFROTECH Conference all-access ticket or later add AFROTECH Music if you buy a lower tier. -
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Comedy
Altercation Comedy Festival
It's the eighth annual explosion of raucous, righteous, underground comedy in myriad forms – stand-up, sketch, podcasts, sheer madness – from JT Habersaat and dozens upon dozens of headliners and features from all over this ridiculous country. Eddie Pepitone! Modern Drunkards! Kristin Lytie! The McCuewans! Mo Alexander! Brandie Posey! And on and on into the laugh-wracked night – for four solid nights in the caffeinated digs of Kick Butt Coffee! Getcher tickets while you can.Wed.-Sat., Nov. 1-4. $120. -
Food
Food Events
Antonelli's Cheese-Filled Scavenger Hunt
Yes, Antonelli’s Cheese Shop is opening a whole new store dedicated to cheese classes and tastings, and they’re keeping the location secret so you can find it yourself via this cheese-filled scavenger hunt. If you want a couple hours of fun, frenzy, and fantastic cheese treats as you solve an adorable mystery, turophile, this is what you're looking for.Sat., Nov. 4, 11am-1pm. Free. -
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Classical Music
Austin Baroque Orchestra: Serenissima
This night's an extravaganza of music from and inspired by 17th-century Venice, with the orchestra presenting a selection of chamber, sacred, and operatic music from that fabled city. Music by Monteverdi, Cavalli, Biber, and more, performed by five vocal soloists accompanied by an intimate instrumental ensemble.Sat., Nov. 4, 7:30pm. $5-30. -
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Austin Celtic Festival
Two days of all things Celtic, including music, dance, storytelling, workshops, historical exhibits, the Highland Games, and even Celtic dog and mini horse breeds.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 4-5 -
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Food Events
Austin Food & Wine Festival
Yes, this is the big one of the season, the big one of the year, citizen foodie! Time to supercharge your palate with delectable bites from iconic chefs and restaurants – from Central Texas favorites to the country’s top-rated purveyors of yum. Attend chef demos and see up-close and personal just how the culinary magic's done. Create the perfect pairing when you sip from a wide selection of spirits, wines, and brews among views of the extraordinary Austin skyline. Oh, everyone's gonna be there: Krystal Craig and Ian Thurwachter! Fermin Nuñez! Todd Duplechan! Paul Qui! Mike Diaz and Laura Sawicki! Laila Bazahm! Tatsu Aikawa! Alma Alcocer! Kevin Fink! Nicole Patel! Jo Chan! Tim Love! Amanda Turner! We're running out of space, but so many, many more!Sat.-Sun., Nov. 4-5. $195 and up. -
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Special Screenings
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Community
Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
ESB-MACC Día de los Muertos
The MACC’s 16th annual Day of the Dead festival is pairing up again with MexAmeriCon for a community-building, family-friendly celebration of life. Guests will enjoy hands-on children’s activities, art activations, vendors, music, food trucks, and a collective community altar. From 1 to 3pm, MexAmeriCon will present a showcase of Mexican American and Latinx artists, with lotería, an artisan market, and autograph signings.Sat., Nov. 4, 1-9pm. Free, all ages. -
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Dance
Eternal Bonds 1
Here's the debut performance of Valleto Dance, featuring an abstract dance and theatrical narrative that delves into the illusion of time, the power of memories, and the complex emotions of grief – via seven dancers embodying fragments of a greater consciousness.Sat., Nov. 4, 7:30pm. $20 and up.2500 S. Hwy 183 #650 -
Music
Greg Casar's Fight for Our Future Fest w/ A Giant Dog, Gina Chavez, Trouble in the Streets, DJ Chorizo Funk
U.S. Rep Greg Casar hosts a matinee raising funds to organize voters across Texas. Local stars A Giant Dog, Gina Chavez, Trouble in the Streets, and DJ Chorizo Funk will perform.Sat., Nov. 4, 1pm -
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Theatre
Objet: Story of Fetish
Le Peepshow presents an evening of art and cabaret, featuring exhibitions, confessions, and depictions of intrigue, enthusiasm, and obsession that yield pure and private enjoyment for things, acts, and parts that instigate desire. "The agents of the Girlie Revue don’t just come to you as performers, but as fetishists themselves."Sat., Nov. 4, 6, 7:45, 9:30pm. $50 and up. -
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Visual Arts
Old Bakery Gallery: Celebrating Women Veterans
This exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Women's Armed Forces Integration Act, which allowed women to become permanent, regular members of the U.S. armed forces in 1948.Opening reception: Sat., Nov. 4, 1-4pm -
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Pretty Girls That Rock the Mic benefiting breast cancer awareness w/ Nubia Emmon, Cha'keeta B, Tree G, Koffia, Nagavalli, Noella & the Imaginary Band, Ivy Roots, Lady Shacklin
Nubia Emmon’s father conceptualized the breast cancer awareness event’s first edition in 2012 after his wife’s own battle with the disease. Artists at this year’s show include Nubia Emmon, Cha’keeta B, Nagavalli, and a guest performance from Salih “Dirty Water” Williams.Sat., Nov. 4, 2pm. Adults (18+): $5 advance via Eventbrite, $8 cover at door. $3 for teens 13-17, free for 12 & under. -
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Stolen Base Records album release w/ RF Shannon, Jonathan Ray Case, Taylor Mowrey Burge, Kelly Dugan, swaYzeYi, JRC (DJ set)
North Texas may have the World Series this year, but in Central Texas, sandlot’s at the plate. Lockhart players celebrate their new field at Two Wishes Ranch, designed in partnership with the Long Time’s Jack Sanders. The Austin-neighboring city’s two DIY teams (the Meat City Smoke and the Lockhart Hawks) enlist their lineup of creatives and musicians to launch Stolen Base Records and the 10-track album Sandlot Season One: Lockhart. The release show loads the bases with RF Shannon’s atmospheric Texas songwriting, and slides in performances from Jonathan Ray Case, Kelly Dugan, Taylor Mowrey Burge, and a Swayzeyi DJ set.Sat., Nov. 4, 7:30pmWishing Well Field -
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Events
Texas Hemp Harvest Festival
Local brand Sweet Sensi presents a third year of bringing the hemp industry and the people of Texas together to celebrate all things cannabis at their highly anticipated Texas Hemp Harvest Festival, with live music, food, drinks, vendors, and elevated experiences provided.Fri.-Sat., Nov. 3-4 -
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Visual Arts
Travis Heights Art Trail
This 21st annual event is a two-day interactive art stroll, a walkable tour through the beautiful and historic Travis Heights neighborhood, featuring an array of arts and crafts from more than 35 Austin artists.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 4-5, 11am-5pm. Free.Travis Heights Neighborhood -
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Sports
UT Football
The supercharged Longhorns seek to continue a solidly winning season vs. Kansas State.Sat., Nov. 4, 11am -
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Visual Arts
Window Dressing XXX: To Suggest a Delay
Ariel Wood makes objects and structures that evoke plumbing and drainage, here (in the shopfront window of ICOSA, viewable 24/7) exploring the stormwater infrastructure systems known as detention basins.Through Nov. 6. Artist reception: Fri., Nov. 3, 7-9pm -
Community
Out of Town
Wurstfest
Join the biggest and best festival saluting the German tube-steak with lots of beer and music.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 3-12New Braunfels -
Film
Special Screenings
"Great White Shark" (2023)
A breathtaking short doc takes you under the sea to explore one of Earth's most incredible creatures and spotlights key figures in shark research.Sat., Nov. 4, 10:30am, 3:30pm -
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Events
2023 Wish Upon a Smile Gala
The Austin Smiles 37th gala and livestream will be held under the stars on Lake Travis, with music from Dale Watson, an open bar, and the chance to bid on live and silent auction items.Sat., Nov. 4. $300. -
Film
Special Screenings
Adaptation. (2002)
Wild Things: The team behind Being John Malkovich offers a funny and warped story about a struggling screenwriter, with Cage excelling in dual roles, playing Charlie Kaufman and his twin brother Donald.Sat., Nov. 4, 11:30am -
Film
Special Screenings
Adaptation. (2002)
Wild Things: The team behind Being John Malkovich offers a funny and warped story about a struggling screenwriter, with Cage excelling in dual roles, playing Charlie Kaufman and his twin brother Donald.Sat., Nov. 4, 10:30pm -
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Special Screenings
Addams Family Values (1993)
It’s a holiday treat for anyone who can appreciate its darkly comic takedown of Thanksgiving traditions.Sat., Nov. 4, 7:15pm -
Film
Special Screenings
Addams Family Values (1993)
It’s a holiday treat for anyone who can appreciate its darkly comic takedown of Thanksgiving traditions.Sat., Nov. 4, 9:30pm -
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Community
Events
AfroTech Conference
The largest Black tech conference of the year offers connections with a global community of 20,000+ Black tech innovators, dynamic programming on emerging trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and conversations with top tech recruiters. U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters, songwriter and producer Timbaland, and multitalented artist Issa Rae are just a few of the luminaries scheduled to speak.Wed.-Sun., Nov. 1-5Various Downtown locations
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