Earth Day, Record Store Day, and More Recommended Events

Go green in a number of ways this week

"...David Byrne for a split single in which the artists cover each other’s biggest hits.   – Carys Anderson..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...work of sculptor Charles Umlauf but also hosts other artists with indoor and outdoor exhibit space. Help fund their..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...Friday 19 - Sunday 21, multiple locations in San Marcos..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...Friday 12 - Sunday 14, Zilker Brewing Co...."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Mini Music Fests Abound in This Week's Crucial Concerts

Country, hip-hop, pop, and more shows worth the cover

"...Friday 12 - Sunday 14, The Boot, Gonzales..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...paintings invite projection – so project your meanings any Tuesday-Sunday before the show’s April 28 end date.   –..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

How Staple! Is Turning the Page Toward a New Future

Austin’s indie media expo returns and it’s all because of one email

"...a larger part of the schedule: This year Austin artists Star Prichard (TheStarFishFace) and Chesca Hause (Litterbox Comics) join..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

No Beyoncé, Lots of Jelly Roll, and More Takeaways From the CMT Music Awards

Best and worst moments from the ceremony’s uneven Moody Center return

"...of Texas. The fan-voted award show, which landed on Sunday night at the Moody Center, places Video of the..."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...of life behind the stage. Austin Playhouse’s production runs Thursday-Sunday through April 28.   – Richard Whittaker Perverts..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...Over 40 local artists, artisans, and vendors combine forces to form North Loop..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...up the Recspec Gallery’s new Annex, created for “our artists to explore space and transform a simple shipping container..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...Friday 22 - Sunday 24, Long Center..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Relays, Rides, and Rasslin' Headline This Week's Community Events

Recommended happenings around town

"...their mission to “[create] access to cleaner air for artists, musicians, and organizers in the Austin area,” will be..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...actually a collection of Austin area queer bands and artists stretching genres from punk to lounge, rock to country,..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

An Outdoor Screening, Bluey Live, and More Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

Get out and art this week!

"...live music.   – Wayne Alan Brenner “Apotheosis” Artists’ Reception..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

SXSW Film Review: Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted

An endearing portrait of the R&B/country/etc. musician

"...There are very few artists quite like Swamp Dogg, and Swamp Dogg Gets His..."

March 9, 2024 Screens Post by Joe Gross

SXSW Film Review: Secret Mall Apartment

Profound documentary is more than just a strange story

"...Workman’s Secret Mall Apartment tells a bizarre story about artists who created and lived in an apartment in their..."

March 9, 2024 Screens Post by Naina Srivastava

Free Stuff to Do at SXSW 2024

Party at the post-apocalypse, smell good doing it

"...Friday 8 - Sunday 10, noon-8pm; 712 Congress, 310 E. Second..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Kimberley Jones

Parks, Gardens, Pisces, and More Arts Events for the Week

Get out and get arty, away from the SXSW crowds

"...together the colorful and provocative work of four women artists – Aubree Dale, Aria Brownell, Wendy Rhode, and Barbara..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

SXSW Documentary Goes Inside the Eclectic World of John Aielli

The spirit of radio lives in Faders Up: The John Aielli Experience

"...a show that could feature in-depth interviews with local artists or day laborers, and a playlist could include Brahms,..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...Friday 1 - Sunday 3, Museum of Human Achievement..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Election Day, STEM Day, Amplify Austin Day, and More Days to Remember This Week

Our guide to community events for the week

"...answer to the question, what if a group of artists, performers, wild animals, and feral goblins came together to..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Sentimental Family Band, Leti Garza, Dorian Electra, and More Crucial Concerts

Plan your week in music

"...Sunday 3, ACL Live at the Moody Theater..."

March 1, 2024 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Here Are Your Winners for the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards

Austin’s favorite albums, artists, and instrumentalists of 2023

"...first time, the party moves to Antone’s Nightclub on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 7pm...."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by The Music Team

Austin FC Season Kickoff, Black History Month, and More Community Events

Get out and about in Austin while the weather's good

"...Thursday 22 - Sunday 25, Austin Convention Center..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...Sunday 25, Butterfly Bar..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

What’s New at the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards?

The Zev Award launches, Antone’s hosts, and winners are out of the bag

"...first time, the party moves to Antone’s Nightclub on Sunday, Feb. 25 at 7pm...."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Cirque du Soleil Performer Guillaume Blais Crystalizes His Art

Queer trapezist talks the high-flying life ahead of H-E-B Center show

"...same company he’ll be performing with this Wednesday through Sunday, Feb. 21-25, in CRYSTAL at the H-E-B Center in..."

Feb. 21, 2024 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Ben Kweller to Launch the Zev Award at the Chronicle’s Austin Music Awards

New grant for musicians under 18 honors his son, Dorian Zev Kweller

"...Austin Music Awards – happening at Antone’s Nightclub this Sunday, Feb. 25 at 7pm – the new Zev Award..."

Feb. 19, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...leading up to the ticketed Ameripolitan Music Awards on Sunday. Likewise, Nashville native Gabe Lee put an exclamation point..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

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