Affordable Art, Cine Las Americas, Adult Books, and More Weekend Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's enjoyment

"...secretive queer-safe space” in Kuala Lumpur, Ricky Sim swans down south to ATX. The show, written by Sim, digs..."

May 16, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Plan Yourself a Hell of a Summer

Holy-moley, this is one smokin’ hot Summer Events Calendar

"...its 65th anniversary this year. Hold on to your party hats: Other anniversary screenings on the lineup include Jaws..."

May 16, 2025 Features Feature by Chronicle Staff

Crossroads, Crafts, and Close Encounters in Our Recommended Events

The workweek is chockablock with do-able things

"...future. Travel along with them at the Tuesday movie party with props like a road trip map and globe..."

May 16, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Paramount Gets Romantic for the Summer Classic Film Series

The Padaleckis drop by for When Harry Met Sally, and more

"...and Cabaret. Austin’s vibrant festival scene also joins the party, with longtime Paramount partners Austin Film Festival screening Steven..."

May 14, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Lucy Dacus, a Gary Floyd Retrospective, an EXTC, and More Crucial Concerts

Sounds all over town and all over the musical spectrum

"...record (and incredible title single) nearly impossible to pin down with its trip-hop/ATL hip-hop/acid jazz trappings. After burnout from..."

May 9, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Trivia, Traitors, and Torches in This Week’s Recommended Events

Venture forth on the weekdays

"...that First Light bumped its prestige to a booksigning party. Maybe you’re a fan of Catalano’s cooking videos or..."

May 9, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup

Warm up for summer with frozen margs and fests around Texas

"...Christi bridge. The last of the cranes are coming down as the construction of the new Harbor Bridge in..."

May 1, 2025 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...10.   – Kimberley Jones La Fenice Presents Adventure Party TPK..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

White Weddings, Rock & Roll, and More Crucial Concerts

Dungeon crawling, avant sax, and other amplified options for the week

"...that).   – Cat McCarrey Almost Famous: A Soundtrack Party..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Art Prom, Pup Crawl, Eeyore’s Birthday, and More Recommended Events

A smattering of ways to fill your weekend

"...Friday 25 - Sunday 27, Downtown Georgetown..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Why Austin’s Progressive Rep. Greg Casar Is Visiting Republican Districts

Casar, an odd choice to reach moderates, talks strategy

"...left-right; it’s the billionaires versus everyone else. The Democratic Party needs to be focused on taking on special interests..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Psych, Blues, and Conjunto Festivals Headline Our Crucial Concerts

This week's recommended live offerings

"...independent country scene. Newly released EP Texas 42 strips down some catalog deep cuts into an acoustic campfire feel...."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Blank Hellscape Crafts Five Years of Intricate Demos Into Hell 2

Your favorite local band’s favorite local band emerges with sophomore album

"...jams recorded across five years. When the three sat down to pore through the GarageBand files – full of..."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Kyra Bruce

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...thought the bill was a top priority for his party...."

April 25, 2025 News Feature

The Wedding Banquet

Remake is a sweet, if restrained, ode to found families

"...with another guy – expands here to four parties party to the titular sham wedding. If that sounds like..."

April 18, 2025 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Qmmunity: Taking Yourself on a Date

Make sure to make time for the coolest queer you know, aka you.

"...I find turning down plans with friends a truly difficult endeavor. Maybe that’s..."

April 18, 2025 Column by James Scott

Art, Eggs, Kink, and Sleaze in This Weekend’s Art Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar consideration

"...student protests around the world, including one violently put down by Mexican military in Mexico City’s Plaza de las..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...PSA’s André Natera (May 12), and a big ol’ party on May 18 featuring a parking lot roast pig...."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin Art Narrowly Avoids the Wrecking Ball

New city office works to save artwork facing demolition

"...from the ACME office, who informed him that a third-party donor, Austin developer Anmol Mehra, had offered to supply..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Maryam Ahmed

Queer-Owned Bar Austin Eagle Temporarily Closes After Construction Accident

Owner says moving out might be required after wall knocked in

"...– all of which forced the bar to shut down operations temporarily and potentially relocate from its address at..."

April 10, 2025 News Post by Lucciana Choueiry

Sitting Down With Your Senator

Sarah Eckhardt goes deep on democracy, womanhood, and our era

"...Lots of suits and black high heels moving briskly. Down one quieter corridor, you’ll find the office of state..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Squirrels, Girls, and Other Pearls in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Acro-Cats, Earth Day, and all manner of arts and culture happenings

"...  – James Scott 10 Year Zilker Brewing Anniversary Party..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Lunar Vacation, Nané Day, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Grab the earplugs and hit the clubs

"...  – Joe Gross 10 Year Zilker Brewing Anniversary Party..."

April 11, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Cornyn-ian, more traditional business-focused faction of the Texas Republican party...."

April 11, 2025 News Feature

School Voucher Plan Moves to the Floor of the House

Opponents are demonstrating and calling Republican lawmakers up

"...SB 2 to the floor of the House along party lines, nine to six. The bill is expected to..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Besame Mucho Braves the Cold for a Vibrant Latin Music Celebration

Second annual music festival packs four-dozen acts into COTA

"...track into “La Bota,” the quebradita group kept the party going as Alan Zamudio Robles took off his white..."

April 7, 2025 Music Post by Catalina Perez

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

All of Texas' best fests, fairs, fandangos, and fiestas

"...own tale. The restaurant in the concrete canyons of downtown has a direct connection to the original book –..."

April 3, 2025 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Anime, Activism, and Aerodynamics in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture abound!

"...denim pair. So does Neon Rainbows, the queer country party cooked up every month by DJ Boi Orbison –..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Swans, Swine, and Serial Killers in This Week’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...Alfred Hitchcock portrayed in faux-single-shot cinematography the murderous dinner party of “friends” Brandon Shaw and Phillip Morgan. These aesthetes..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Drag DJ, Ducks Ltd., and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

All kinds of sounds can be found around town

"...Trixie Mattel enjoyer, you got your tickets for this party back in February when she announced her latest spin..."

April 4, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

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