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

"...place to relish art and partake in some of Austin’s most delectable offerings.   – Cat McCarrey “Ode to..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Ways to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse in Austin Based on Your Sun Sign

Beer, BBQ, raves, rooftop parties, and calming yoga, to name a few

"...Your fiery, passionate presence makes the party, in our..."

March 26, 2024 Events Post by Christina Garcia

Crosstalk: A SXSW Murder Plot, 23rd Street Mural Vandalism, and More Culture News

Willie Nelson helps touring artists, and a new burger joint takes over Contigo

"...Notti, a prominent personality on local entertainment outlet Pop Austin Media, helped police foil a murder plot against rapper..."

March 22, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

The 5 Iconic Austin Beers You Cannot Miss at SXSW

You’re here; you might as well drink like a local

"...over 93 other statewide entrants at last month’s Texas Craft Brewers Cup for their trademark IPA, Ethics & Standards,..."

March 8, 2024 Food Feature by Eric Puga

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

Hit the town with these non-SXSW events

"...Thursday 7 - Saturday 9, UT-Austin..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Hold Out Brewing Hosts First Ever Pinvitational Cask Fest This Saturday

One-day event gathers 34 powerhouse beermakers

"...In Austin, March begins a festival season that lasts all the..."

March 4, 2024 Food Post by Eric Puga

Six Great Breweries Off the Beaten Path

In tumultuous times for Austin beer, these undersung gems are worth seeking out

"...El Paso; Phoenix; the damp, camel’s buttcrack that is Austin By God Texas. It helps to have good beer..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Eric Puga

Texas Food and Wine Alliance Announces All-Star Chefs Lineup for Live Fire!

And Rick Bayless at Nixta Taqueria even sooner

"...showcases the best of open-flame cooking, premium wine and beer, and exemplary cocktail craft, right? You bet your sizzling..."

Feb. 28, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

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

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

"...to offer free HIV testing.   – James Scott Austin RV Expo..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...Thursday 8, Austin Creative Reuse..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Terry Allen, ericdoa, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...Allen and Shakey Graves, opening the show with Eighties Austin group the Reivers’ “I Knew.” No surprise, given Johnson’s..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...Austin Vogue Night..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Brrr, It’s Cold in Here

Shake off the icicles and step out on the gay Austin streets with these queer events

"...Dear Diary Coffee at noon on Sat., Jan. 27. Austin Public Library's adult LGBTQ book club is reading Sorrowland..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Column by James Scott

The Biggest News in Austin Food in 2023

Looking back at a year of snafus, slices, expansions, and transplants

"...Lights Out at Nixta Activates the Austin Food Community..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Food Feature by Rod Machen

Qmmunity: Starry, Starry Night

The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue invites Austin to celebrate the nighttime at their Starry Soirée

"...for a show tributing the beauty of the night: Austin's Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue have brought back their Starry Soirée..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Clowning Around

Queer embarrassment artist Andie Flores brings her show about "a clown idiot" to Crashbox

"...as a prominent member of the 2022 Best of Austin Award-winning drag show Coco Cxnts, or as part of..."

Nov. 10, 2023 Column by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Learn something new and explore what's out there this fall

"...Father of Texas: San Felipe de Austin’s 200th Anniversary Nov. 11, San Felipe, thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/san-felipe-de-austin-state-historic-site..."

Nov. 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Qmmunity: A Sis With a Fist

Sister Fisters event group plans their fifth annual Halloween party with an eye toward encouraging queer talent

"...Chicago with the rise of anti-drag sentiment fomented in Austin, Hunsicker decided to push a queer reimagining of her..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Column by James Scott

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2023, Power-Ranked

Top of the Hops VIII, baby!

"...used to be: “There’s no such thing as an ex-craft beer drinker.”..."

Oct. 10, 2023 Food Post by Eric Puga

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Bid the sun farewell and enjoy a fall fair this October

"...the Hill Country as is predicted, but here in Austin it will only be a partial annular eclipse (93.1%)...."

Oct. 5, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Qmmunity: Making It Ourselves

Examples of queer creativity abound in Austin, Texas

"...A new texture oozes into Austin through MASS Gallery's current queer-focused exhibition. "Hard Served Soft:..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Column by James Scott

Birdie’s Is Food & Wine’s Restaurant of the Year, Aviator Is Offering Free Pizza, El Alma’s Getting a Second Location, Radio Coffee & Beer Is Giving Away Topo Chico Mocktails, There’s Meewes News at Kitty Cohen’s, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Here’s some of what's happening in Austin's culinary scene – as wrangled from numerous PR releases,..."

Sept. 20, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Qmmunity: The Gay Place Rides Again

Original Chron legend Kate X Messer talks "Qmmunity"/"The Gay Place" origins

"...In the mid-Aughts, young Austin Chronicle journo Kate X Messer approached then-Chronicle publisher Louis..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: A Creative Storm Front

Front Festival hits Austin with a storm of great creative showcases over Labor Day weekend

"...Festival, a gathering/celebration of women and LGBTQ creators, hits Austin Aug. 31 and moves throughout Labor Day weekend at..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Column by James Scott

Thirsty Planet Brewing Co. Locked Out of New Taproom

Dispute with landlords has ripple effect on Austin’s beverage scene

"...Austin’s craft beer community suffered a blow on August 7..."

Aug. 17, 2023 Food Post by Evan Rodriguez

Qmmunity: Serving Corporate Cxnt

Thee Gay Agenda decides to girl boss, gaslight, but not gatekeep in their new show Gags to Riches

"...Gotta Let It Show A group exhibition of Austin queer artists receives its opening reception. Dance and take..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...2019, following years of Edwards not being booked for Austin Pride despite being a longstanding Bat City trans DJ..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Sporty Spice

Wherever you fall on the sporty spectrum, Austin's queer scene has a place for you

"...roughing it up on the turf since 2016 in Austin's Gay Flag Football League? Started by Dylan Dickmann and..."

July 21, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Cinema Queerte

Salute the sweaty sirens of the screen with these queer mega-muscle movie events

"...terrific trans repertory screenings, Elizabeth Purchell returns to her Austin Film Society series, Queer Cinema: Lost & Found. July's..."

July 14, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Spirits of Sobriety

Austin's queer community offers intentional alcohol-free events for the sober and sober curious

"...into the lane of sober socializing. Cruising on through Austin, you can find places for support in your recovery..."

July 7, 2023 Column by James Scott

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