Free Events for the Cash-Strapped at SXSW

Festival films, music, and more, on the cheap

"...bank? Never fear. SXSW offers its usual round of events free to the general public with a guest pass..."

March 3, 2018 SXSW Post by Mae Hamilton

Firefighters Box Cops for Charity

Local law enforcement got their proverbial asses whupped Saturday night at Austin's inaugural Battle of the Badges

"...night at Austin's inaugural Battle of the Badges, a charity fundraiser benefiting Part­nerships for Children, the Down Syndrome Association..."

July 18, 2014 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup

Catfish, outlaws, and armadillos

"...special concerts, films, and programs highlighting the people and events that put Austin music on the map. In a..."

May 2, 2018 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

'Statesman' Demagoguery on SXSW and Special Events

"...of furthering an educated discussion on SXSW and Special Events in general – as the city is valiantly attempting..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature by Nick Barbaro

Rooster Teeth Wants to Give a Million to Charity

24-hour streaming show to raise money for Dell Children's Hospital

"...That cause is gaming charity Extra Life, which raises money for the Salt Lake..."

Nov. 11, 2017 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Food Events

A cupcake throwdown, gluten-free pies and muffins, Hungarian feasts and gypsies

"...Dodge, paired with cocktails by mixologist Chauncy James, at charity supper club A Torrid Affair, on the grounds of..."

Oct. 21, 2011 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Off Course: City Fees Trip Up Athletic Events

Organizers of local running, cycling, and triathlon events grapple with increased traffic-control costs

"...About 120 running, cycling, or triathlon events -- more than two a week -- take place..."

July 27, 2007 News Feature by Laurel Chesky

Free Events at SXSW

Festival music and more on the cheap

"...badge? Never fear. SXSW offers its usual round of events free to the general public with a guest pass..."

March 16, 2018 Features Feature by Mae Hamilton

Art, Movies, Sober Partying, and a Majestic Ball in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...Season, ART, and an installation by Mesmerize & Strong Events – all these and more will be at City..."

June 21, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Proms, Humps, and Queerbombs Highlight This Weekend's Events

21 ways to get out of the house

"...campaign. Of course, Reader, you’ll be rewarded for your charity with an awesome experience that includes live music from..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Food Events

Nov. 22-29

"...version of Restaurant Jezebel and Bar Mirabeau at gala events in both the restaurant and bar. Reserve by phone..."

Nov. 23, 2012 Food Column

Food Events

October 4-11

"...Fest offers four days of wine, food, and music events in historic Gruene. Thu.-Sun., Oct. 4-7. Gruene Historic District,..."

Oct. 5, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food Events

Nov. 9-10

"...› Wine & Swine Charity Pig Roast The Austin Food & Wine Alliance hosts..."

Nov. 8, 2013 Food Column

Food Events

May 17-21

"...• Chef & Friends Charity Dinner Series Chefs Ben "Chilly" Huselton, John Bullington, and..."

May 17, 2013 Food Column

Food Events

Nov. 29-Dec. 6

"...Benefit for Communities in Schools Attend this venerable sip-and-stroll charity event, check out the premium facilities at the new..."

Nov. 30, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food Events

Cirkiel vs. Petersen cook-off, Champagne, and pomme preservation on the menu this week

"...of Les Dames d'Escoffier hosts its third annual online charity auction known as Food Fight. Bid on 75 donated..."

Oct. 14, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food Events

Lederhosen let loose in Fredericksburg, baking for Bastrop fire relief, and Frankenfoods

"...› Austin gastronome Kathryn Hutchison is organizing a multilocation charity bake sale to benefit the Central Texas Wildfire Fund...."

Sept. 30, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Qmmunity: Making Fetch Happen

Pet players take over Austin this weekend with several ruff and rowdy events

"...also be brunches, moshes, fashion shows, tea dances, drag events, a Pups on Ducks excursion, and much more –..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Column by James Scott

Pitchers, Catchers, and More – Oh My!

This week Austin hosts the 40th Gay Softball World Series

"...to one of the world’s largest single gay sport events – the 40th Annual Gay Softball World Series. The..."

Aug. 16, 2016 Qmmunity Post by Dan Gray

Merriment & What-Not

Will Eeyore Be Banished From the Hundred Acre Wood?

"...implement a policy that, while theoretically designed to control events at all parks citywide, would effectively banish Eeyore's, along..."

April 11, 1997 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Once Upon a Deadpool

Deadpool is back ... and he brought Fred Savage with him

"...The Princess Bride as a complicated fundraiser for the charity Fuck Cancer, which has renamed itself to Fudge Cancer..."

Dec. 14, 2018 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...to Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott, so-called poker run charity events violate the state's gambling statutes. Poker runs –..."

Jan. 13, 2006 News Feature

BarkHappy App Connects Pups for Playtime

It’s a dog meet dog world

"...in the area, and even create special dog play events. For Brooke, a BarkHappy user who sent a wag..."

Feb. 10, 2017 Features Feature by Tucker Whatley

The Hells Angels Hit

Anthony Benesh was shot down by a sniper – the suspects, and theories, are legion

"...of the clubs." Indeed, the clubs do organize numerous charity events – toy runs for underprivileged kids, poker runs,..."

May 19, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Food-o-File

Cuisines Editor Virginia B. Wood mentions the good news and the bad about local restaurants.

"...Appetizing Charity Events..."

April 27, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood urges interested readers to get involved in the local chapter of Women Chefs & Restaurateurs, gives details about the Wine & Wildflower Trail, and updates readers on local restaurant news.

"...about the underrepresentation of female chefs at high-profile local charity events, it was surprising that the April 3 WCR..."

April 14, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

In this week's edition of Food-o-file, Austin Chronicle Food editor Virginia B. Wood clarifies some earlier statements she had made about the Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival.

"...Country Wine & Food Festival (THCWAFF) and other prominent charity events don't include more women chefs sparked some controversy...."

March 24, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Live Music Worth Seeing This Weekend

Joey Bada$$, Clint Black, Oliver Rajamani, and more!

"...are on the docket. See more of our recommended events (music and otherwise) at austinchronicle.com/events...."

April 26, 2018 Music Post by The Music Staff

The Spirit of the City and the Letter of the Law Collide at Sekrit Theater

Beau Reichert struggles with the city over his backyard arts complex

"...hosting casual movie nights and community potlucks. Bigger, ticketed events became more commonplace, and with them all the traditional..."

Sept. 2, 2016 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Qmmunity: Let’s Get Queer-ative!

Queer creativity blooms in a community space, plus more LGBTQ events

"...Sweet Charity Hosts Maxine LaQueene and Simone Riviera put on a..."

Jan. 27, 2023 Column by James Scott

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