Independence Day at Vic Mathias Shores

"...filled the lawn around the Long Center and on Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores) for the Austin Symphony's..."

July 6, 2015 Photo Gallery

No Rush to Rename Auditorium Shores

Council delays name change to "Vic Mathias Shores"

"...the brakes on renaming part of Auditorium Shores after civic leader Vic Mathias may have created one of the..."

May 27, 2014 News Post by Amy Smith

The Name Game Visits Auditorium Shores

City delays renaming in honor of Vic Mathias

"...the brakes on renaming part of Auditorium Shores after civic leader Vic Mathias may have created one of the..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature by Amy Smith

Austin July Events Guide

The fun isn't over yet. Summer is just getting started.

"...Vic Mathias Shores, July 4, 8:30pm..."

June 28, 2018 Events Post by Cassie Arredondo

Council: For the Birds

Taking on bullhooks, FFF Fest, and more

"...festival should be allowed to expand its footprint at Vic Mathias/Auditorium Shores to include some of the redesigned off-leash..."

Aug. 14, 2015 News Feature by Michael King

Austin Symphony July Fourth Concert & Fireworks

With more than the usual musical suspects, the ASO managed to make its 39th July Fourth concert a rousing success

"...the silver screen. Sitting under the darkening skies over Vic Mathias Shores on Saturday, I could almost see the..."

July 10, 2015 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Council: From Dollars to Chemtrails

CMs hunker down during budget – and campaign – season

"...renaming the new East Lawn of Auditorium Shores as "Vic Mathias Shores" (see above), and a resolution to broaden..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

Headlines

"...Shores may soon carry a less familiar name of Vic Mathias, a longtime Chamber of Com­merce CEO who died..."

May 23, 2014 News Feature

Naked City

Several Shades of Green

"...high tech mecca. Robbins interviewed past Chamber leaders, including Vic Mathias, who led the group from 1956-1982. "I wanted..."

March 21, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...Friday 29 - Saturday 30, Vic Mathias Shores..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Neko Case, the Urban Cultural Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Live sounds for the week ahead

"...Friday 29 - Saturday 30, Vic Mathias Shores..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

City Confirms “Non-Concerning” Levels of Toxins in Algae in Barton Springs; Pool Still Open

Toxins found at many local waterways due to rising temperatures

"...and June tests at sites including: Red Bud Isle, Vic Mathias Shores, Festival Boat Ramp, Jessica Hollis Park, Backdoor..."

Aug. 17, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Crosstalk: Austin Parks and Rec Board Discusses Fair Pay at SXSW, and More Music News

The latest moves from Austin's Tribe Mafia and Jackie Venson

"...waives fees amounting to $23,430 for SXSW to use Vic Mathias Shores, and regularly rents Krieg Softball Complex, Waterloo..."

March 31, 2023 Music Column by Lina Fisher

Fourth of July Face-Off: Willie Nelson vs. Symphonic Fireworks

A North vs. South showdown for music and fireworks

"...H-E-B Austin Symphony ConcertVic Mathias Shores, 900 W. Riverside, 8pm..."

July 1, 2022 Arts Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...H-E-B Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks at Vic Mathias Shores. For more events, check out our Community..."

July 2, 2021 News Feature

Let’s Celebrate the Fourth of July with Food and Fun

Wave that flag, raise a toast, maybe kiss a fellow American

"...and, in the second place, this annual event at Vic Mathias Shores near the gorgeous Long Center is a..."

June 24, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Faster Than Sound: Austin Bands for Bernie

Bands turn out for Bernie Sanders, plus a dive into the SXSW rumor mill and an expanded lineup for the Austin Music Awards

"...after emerging before a crowd of nearly 13,000 at Vic Mathias (formerly Auditorium) Shores on Sunday evening, Sen. Bernie..."

Feb. 28, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...than 12,000 people to his Sunday afternoon rally at Vic Mathias Shores (see "Democratic Frontrunner Bernie Sanders Energizes Crowd..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Democratic Frontrunner Bernie Sanders Energizes Crowd at Austin Rally

Sanders voices “absolute confidence” his campaign will win Texas

"...joined Democratic presidential frontrunner Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., at Vic Mathias (formerly Auditorium) Shores Sunday (Feb. 23) afternoon...."

Feb. 24, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Zach Theatre's Hedwig and the Angry Inch

This revival gives the trans singer's identity crisis a punk lullaby with rockin' style

"...propel himself to stardom while ignoring her; as the victim of a sex change operation that went horribly awry,..."

Feb. 22, 2019 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Music to Wave Flags By

The 411 on the 4th of July concerts in the 512 and environs

"...Austin Symphony Orchestra www.austinsymphony.org Wed., July 4, 8:30pm Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores) Our professional symphony's traditional..."

June 29, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

A Look at Women Leaders in the Kitchen and at Austin Food + Wine Festival

We chat with the other 25%

"...are in my kitchen." Rivero and Marilyn Morales, Yuyo's ceviche chef, will be serving Peruvian ceviche at the Grand..."

April 27, 2018 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

How to Talk Like a Local in Under a Minute

Your pronunciation guide to Austin

"...in our local lexicon, despite it being renamed for Vic Mathias in 2014. And, hey, we've all been Guada-loopy..."

Aug. 25, 2017 Features Feature by Nina Hernandez

Strike Up the Band!

If it's patriotic tuneage you want for your Fourth, here it is

"...Austin Symphony Orchestra www.austinsymphony.org Sat., July 4, 8:30pm Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores) Our professional symphony's traditional..."

July 1, 2017 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Council Wrap: Not Quite Midnight

Council tweaks youth curfew, promotes greenwater, frees lemonade

"...it's going to pass.” A few even took his advice...."

June 19, 2017 News Post by Michael King

Council: Eternal Returns

City plumbing, juvenile curfews, and AFD overtime on this week's agenda

"...Force, which would trim the number of days Zilker, Vic Mathias, Fiesta Gardens, and other major parks are used..."

June 16, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Arts: Summer Snapshot

Theatre, dance, comedy, and lit events on the horizon

"...Austin Symphony July Fourth Concert & Fireworks On Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores). July 4...."

May 19, 2017 Arts Feature

Free Stuff to Do at SXSW: Week Two

Your guide to free events on SXSW's second weekend

"...SXSW Outdoor Stage at Lady Bird LakeThursday-Saturday, March 16-18 Vic Mathias Shores (aka Auditorium Shores) www.sxsw.com/festivals/music/lady-bird-lake-stage SXSW's biggest stage..."

March 17, 2017 Features Feature by Tucker Whatley

Herding Council Cats

City Council takes on 103 items ranging from bonds to staff review

"...2) a "Smart City Austin Appreciation" event, at the Vic Mathias Trailhead (aka Auditor­ium Shores) at 11:30am; 3) a..."

June 24, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

News Roundup: Bullhooks and Bikes

Plus knives, fires, and schools

"...Fun Fest (Nov. 6-8) could expand its footprint on Vic Mathias Shores (formerly Auditorium Shores), including an acre of..."

Aug. 10, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

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