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Cloud Tree: The Unkept
The magical Adam Young returns to Cloud Tree with his moving and spiritual renderings on wood panel – accompanied by the works of folk artist Mike Parsons and a rare showing of paintings and collage by the legendary Satch Grimley.Through Dec. 31 -
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Comedy
ColdTowne Theater
ColdTowne's new brick-and-mortar place is totally open, and who knows what they'll shake this city with next? But one truth remains: ColdTowne is a designated den of gold, baby, sweet comedy gold. -
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Community Fitness Classes
For the fitness-curious and those on a budget, Castle Hill offers a wide selection of discounted classes throughout the week – just look for the "Community" name in the title.Ongoing. $15 for one class, $100 for 10. -
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Community Swap: Boxing Day
Meet up and give away items you no longer need to swap for something you do.Sat., Dec. 31, 11am-1pm. Free. -
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Nightlife & Parties
Discotexx
Cheer Ups pulls together all their 2022 collaborators to send the year off right at this collision point of disco and Texas. DJ sets from BoyFriend ATX, Orya, perreo room sets from p1nkstar and Scam Likely, a drag show hosted by Brigitte Bandit, and the unveiling of accents on CUC's new patio bar/hideaway club section.Sat., Dec. 31, 9pm. $10. -
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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.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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New Year's Guide
Esther's Follies: A Year in Review
A New Year’s party like no other, filled with all the news-makers, celebrities, events, and mayhem that made the year memorable. The comedic cast of Esther's will toast 2023 and roast 2022 with memorable sketches, songs, and magic by Ray Anderson. Party packs include favors and a champagne toast.Sat., Dec. 31, 7pm, 9pm -
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Civic Events
FCC Broadband Map Challenge
Travis County and the city of Austin are asking for the public’s help to review, verify, and improve the new National Broadband Map created by the Federal Communications Commission. Hop online, pop in your address, and make sure the info is correct to help make the most accurate map possible.Through Jan. 13 -
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Special Screenings
Films for the Forest Call for Submissions
Rainforest Partnership has announced it is accepting submissions for its annual juried film competition, Films for the Forest, intended to "share the voices and stories of forests worldwide, highlighting their rich biodiversity and local communities, their immense beauty and importance to the entire planet, the threats they face, and the opportunities for renewal." Winners will be announced on Earth Day (April 22, 2023).Regular deadline: Feb. 1; extended deadline: March 31 -
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New Year's Guide
Gatsby Penthouse Party
Ring in the new year with Great Gatsby flair. Enjoy burlesque performances at 10 & 11pm by Blaise Ricin and Sigh and toast with free champagne at midnight. Costumes encouraged!Sat., Dec. 31, 9pm -
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New Year's Guide
Get Home Safe
Don't add to holiday stress; plan ahead for transportation to and from celebrations and always choose a sober ride. Capital Metro offers free rides after 5pm on New Year's Eve, and the city offers parking ticket waivers if you end up leaving your car parked at a meter over the time limit. APD enforces its "no refusal" initiative over the holiday as a way to crack down on DWI offenses. Taxis and rideshares might have higher prices and longer waits due to demand, but are worth it – you could save a life. Celebrate safely, y'all!Sat., Dec. 31 -
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Visual Arts
Goodluckhavefun: Yours,
This show, following the architectural logics of both the home and the institution, highlights works of six queer Austin-based artists working in sculpture, photography, drawing, and more: Ariel Wood, Brendan Shea, Emily Lee, Gabrielle Constantine, Hannah Spector, and Joy Scanlon.Through Jan. 291207 Enfield -
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Out of Town
Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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Guzu Gallery: High Scores 3
The latest exhibition in this bastion of graphic brilliance features 25 artists paying tribute to their favorite video games, covering everything from arcade classics through today's cutting-edge, modern masterpieces.Through Jan. 15 -
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New Year's Guide
Heaven's in Your Headphones
Usher in 2023 with an alfresco dance experience soundtracked by A Tribe Called Quest's Ali Shaheed Muhammad. Find your own wavelength at the silent disco and enjoy a champagne toast at midnight.Sat., Dec. 31, 10pm-2am. $100 and up; optional four-course meal at Carpenters Hall, $160.Carpenter Hotel, 400 Josephine -
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Hill Country Galleria Ice Rink
Find it between the Bee Cave Public Library and the Hill Country Galleria lawn.Through Jan. 2. $15 to skate; reservations encouraged. -
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Holiday Model Train Exhibit
Austin Tinplate Trackers have tons of model trains set up near the roller coaster at Kalahari's Tom Foolery Adventure Park & Arcade. Kids will love operating Thomas, Percy, the Polar Express, and the Batman train.Through Dec. 31. Wed.-Sun., 2-7pm. Free. -
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New Year's Guide
Hotel San José New Year's
Leave the long week/long year/long feelings on the dance floor at a disco party with tunes from DJ Just Jim and a balloon drop at midnight.Sat., Dec. 31, 8pm-1am. Free. -
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Ice Rodeo by Four Seasons
The luxury hotel offers an ice skating rink overlooking Lady Bird Lake, chic "cabins" to gather in and enjoy s'mores or a glass of vino, and stunning holiday art installations and decor.Through Jan. 8. $35/hour to skate; $300 and up for cabins. -
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Visual Arts
ICOSA: This Is Now
This is the first phase of an art exchange between Antenna, an art collective based in New Orleans, and Austin's ICOSA collective. Works by Amanda Cassingham-Bardwell, Amelia Broussard, Angel Perdomo, AnnieLaurie Erickson, Caesar Meadows, Kai Lumumba Barrow, Laura Gipson, MaPó Kinnord, Nic Brierre Aziz, Renee Royale, Rontherin Ratliff, Stylo Moniker, and Ursa Eyer comprise this show as selected by Vladimir Mejia.Through Jan. 7 -
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Special Screenings
Infernal Affairs III (2003)
Essential Cinema: The conclusion of the trilogy following a corrupt Hong Kong police force.Sat., Dec. 31, 3:15pm -
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New Year's Guide
Into the Wild
Native partners with FotoHouse for a walk on the wild side, wherein the space is transformed into a sensual jungle wonderland and guests are treated to an open bar and munchies all night. VIP tix include access to the Romper Room, specialty acts, and more treats.Sat., Dec. 31, 8pm. $100-1200. -
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Nightlife & Parties
Irene's Return of the Drag NYE Bash
Queens Bohemia and Honey Baby along with DJ Wytenoize help Irene's throw a fun and fancy New Year's Eve drag show.Sat., Dec. 31, 9pm. GA, free; VIP tables $500-1,000. -
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Ivester Contemporary: Late Bloomers
This is a solo exhibition of new paintings and sculptures by Houston-based artist Jasmine Zelaya who has used portraiture to explore themes of identity throughout her career, specifically from the perspective of a first generation Latinx artist, resulting in a body of work heavily informed by memory, the awkwardness of youth, and the experience of assimilation.Through Jan. 14 -
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