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

"...Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum’s 25th Annual Garden Party..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Get out and get art

"...The newest film from Austin’s Zellner brothers, about the tragic and..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...psychedelic threepiece DAYEATER, vibrant genre-fusing sisters the Tiarras, and New Age art-rockers the Cuckoos. Soul-rock wordsmith Chief Cleopatra joins..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...was one of the first to welcome the scene newcomers back around 2019, joins on vocals for “Gonna Get..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature 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

"...realized gallery shows, as well as buy or commission new artwork. Sa-Ten, which recently expanded its hours from 7am-9pm..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Madeleine Leigh, HONK TX, and Eclipse Mania Leads Our Crucial Concerts

Find some sounds to match the celestial sights this week

"...the last decade fending off labels. After putting off new music for five years, the band – beloved for..."

April 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Plus Luther Hotel updates, Elephant Rock petition, more

"...to expire last fall, opening the door to a new buyer...."

April 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...and ScamLikely – plus a full run-through of the new album. Categories: Performance, Runway, Face, Best Dressed, Sex Siren,..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: What Grindr Is Not

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

"...now it seems it’s all social media dating apps. New to me. I met a guy on Grindr, which..."

March 29, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

The Austin Chronic: Cheech and Chong and Toking With a Troll

Stoner icons materialize for surprise C-boy’s appearance

"...and I figured they’d be showing up, promoting their new doc, and splitting...."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...his self-deprecating humor and deadpan delivery dripping with sarcasm. New stand-up show “Catch Me Inside” brings his trademark wry..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Off Beat: South by South Protest

Official fest flooded with grassroots organizing and anti-SX showcases

"...Tyler Jordan announced the band’s decision live on Spectrum News 1 on March 13...."

March 22, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Can Museums Solve America’s Education Inequality Problem?

SXSW panelists discuss the power of public spaces

"...What is the role of a city museum? What comes to mind for most people is a..."

March 14, 2024 SXSW Post by Lina Fisher

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

Get out and art this week!

"...Friday 15, Elisabet Ney Museum..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...our city. We-ll, I’m here to deliver some excellent news to ya: There’s a show ’round these parts what’s..."

March 15, 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

"...the yummiest cold beverage using premium java and that new coconut milk from Califia. Of course there’s a panel..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Self Care by Southwest

Is taking care of yourself the latest development in human technologies?

"...a freak because I haven’t heard of the hip new band Blorbo McMorbo. Small self-care steps I take include:..."

March 8, 2024 Column by James Scott

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

Get out and get arty, away from the SXSW crowds

"...is as McCool as it gets. Evidence: The gallery’s newest show brings together the colorful and provocative work of..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Visual Arts Review: “Two Births and the Afterlife”

Aimée M. Everett’s current exhibition at Carver Museum offers a refreshing switch on an all-too-familiar narrative of motherhood

"...“Two Births and the Afterlife” at George Washington Carver Museum, the artist adds to the discussion with an honest..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by Meher Qazilbash

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...Kicking off this new season of music-related movies from KOOP, Darkside Daddy and..."

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

"...recommended: How else will you get educated on Vietnamese New Wave?   – James Scott Last Day of Early..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...and book & lyrics by his brother, Willie. This new production, directed by Best of Austin winner Sara Burke,..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature 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

"...lager will be on tap at Q2 when the new season kicks off Saturday.   – Kimberley Jones Austin..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Dallas last week and spoke with The Dallas Morning News. She brought it back to the border with a..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature

The Austin Music Awards, a Black Rock Maverick, and More Crucial Concerts

Our recommended shows for the week ahead

"...Saturday 24, Texas Music Museum..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Our Bout With Drought: In good news, our historically severe drought conditions seem to be improving...."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature

A Boner Bizarre, Improvised Love Stories, and More Arts Events

Get some culture and love this week

"...Long live the new flesh, which coincidentally will be on display for this..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

“Music America” Exhibition Makes National Debut at LBJ Library

Exhibit details American music history through memorabilia and sound

"...Archives & Center for American Music in association with New Orleans Jazz Museum, Hard Rock International, and prominent American..."

Feb. 14, 2024 Music Post by Miranda Garza

Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week

Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.

"...Sunday 11, the Blanton Museum..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Lydia Loveless, Helado Negro, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...educator since the Eighties. After splitting his time between New York City and Houston, the São Paulo native racked..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Music Feature by Elizabeth Braaten

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