Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...that overwhelming Ohtori Academy once again the tomboy searching for her prince. She and Rose Bride Anthy clash and..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Point Austin: Death March of the Barbarians

The emperor has no clothes, no wisdom, and no moral center

"...likely, Trump’s handpicked Supreme Court will approve his illegal actions under their imaginary umbrella of “presidential immunity.” We are..."

Feb. 3, 2025 News Post by Michael King

Witness This Weekend's Recommended Arts and Culture Events

Sarah Silverman, 80s Night, sustainable sculpting, and more

"...love, loss, and food. Though the novella receives acclaim for Yoshimoto’s grounded storytelling, her introduction of a trans woman..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Drag Fest, Nutcracker, and Puppets in This Week’s Events

Lots of weekend events to keep you occupied

"...gay child. I’d probably raise you to respect drag performers because any child of mine would need to be..."

Dec. 6, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Opinion: Celebrating Our New American Values

After the election, a Swiftian reevaluation of what is good and what is bad

"...Hearty congratulations to the Republicans for sweeping the presidency, Senate, and House. Voters demonstrated their..."

Nov. 22, 2024 Column by Lawrence Baines

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, October 4-10

"...SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I knew a Scorpio performance artist who did a splashy public show about private..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

ArmadilloCon, Art, a Hot Sauce Hootenanny, and More Recommended Events

Get out and get spicy this weekend

"...by an independent Japanese film company in Los Angeles, before the city was known as Hollywood. Be one of..."

Sept. 6, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Announces 2024 Lineup

Love of out-there cinema brings Terrifier 3, The Wild Robot

"...subsequently the first Black woman to win the Oscar for Best Actress – is just one of the celebrities..."

Aug. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Wild Eyed and Wicked

Fantasy elements add new magic to trauma horror tropes

"...Starring: Molly Kunz, Claire Saunders, Michael X. Sommers, William Ford-Conway, Colleen Camp and Stefanie Estes...."

June 7, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Garfield Movie

Jim Davis’ comic strip gets an animated reboot with Chris Pratt voicing the iconic cat

"...element of the Peanuts mythology – Chuck’s awkward affection for the Little Red-Haired Girl – and let it fill..."

May 24, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Austin's Aaron Moten's Trip From Batboy to Fallout

How one St. Ed's actor became part of the new Prime series

"...Co-star Ella Purnell wrinkles her forehead a little. "I'm going to need the context here."..."

April 11, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...night on Fourth Street will be a riot ... for Riot Fair, that is. Tear down the house with..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: What Grindr Is Not

It’s the singular artistic achievement of the Eighties band Escape

"...actually exist now that my mom is dead. I forward this supposition not because of the biological unlikelihood of..."

March 29, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...Broq-Pa peoples of the Indian subcontinent, a constant adornment for both men and women. The interplay of human and..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Rodeo, a Pet Pfest, Country Dance, and More Community Events

Hit the town with these non-SXSW events

"...After two years creating a space for “making and strengthening community and creative critical action today..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...Malcolm X in 1992, he went back to NYC for the deeply intimate Crooklyn, a story drawing directly from..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...most innovative dance companies ever to move through Austin’s performative spaces, BLiPSWiTCH joyously invades Austin’s historic Wolf House for..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...some of these fine materials to hand-stitch dog toys for animals residing in local shelters. Visit their website to..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 26 - February 1

"...ever act that way again. 3) You can better forgive those who wounded you if you forgive yourself for..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...debut, Lost River. But now he's bringing his Hollywood action hero persona to town with the world premiere of..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Opinion: What’s Really Wrong at Austin Animal Services

Former AAS Chief Tawny Hammond on how Austin can once again be a leader in the no-kill movement

"...For over a decade Austin Animal Services, located in one..."

Oct. 20, 2023 Column by Tawny Hammond

Near Misses at Austin Airport Stem From Nationwide Issues

Controller scheduling and staffing shortages have led to trouble at AUS

"...can operate reliably at this level?" asked Eugene Sepulveda, former chair of the Airport Advisory Commission, last week. Unfortunately,..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Fantastic Fest Gets Toxic With The Toxic Avenger

Fall of the House of Usher, The Creator added

"...gets its world premiere as the opening night film for Fantastic Fest 2023...."

Aug. 15, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Makoto Shinkai, the Other Anime Master, Comes to AFS

The early works of Makoto Shinkai, the genius behind Your Name

"...this without depending on an existing megafranchise. But even before international success he was a prolific, critically acclaimed, and..."

June 2, 2023 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

A bitter-sweet farewell to the MCU's dysfunctional found family

"...framework of world-saving. They’re also similar because, despite overwhelming forces desperately trying (and sometimes succeeding) to pull them apart,..."

May 5, 2023 Movie Review by Trace Sauveur

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...writers recommend the best day parties and unofficial bonanzas for one-stop concert shopping during the coming week of Fest..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Review: The Filigree Theatre's Fire in Dreamland

This compelling drama ignites but doesn't blaze

"...historic Coney Island amusement park in Brooklyn is known for its landmark roller coasters, national hot dog eating contest,..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Top 10 Austin Food News Stories of 2022

Restaurant closures, inflation woes, and cannabis wins

"...While we definitely agree that better public transportation, more affordable housing, and less of the Elon of it all..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Gigi & Nate

Saccharine story of a man and his assistance monkey

"...For a few, brief, shining minutes, man-meets-monkey feel-good family drama..."

Sept. 2, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, August 26 - September 1

"...to earth to carry out? 4. Which course of action would enable you to express your best gifts? Are..."

Aug. 26, 2022 Column by Rob Brezsny

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