200 Ryans Converge Downtown to Celebrate Their Ryan-ness

Jumping on the Ryan Rodeo

"...folding table splayed with Ryan-themed T-shirts, tote bags, stickers, and hats, dozens of people mingle. Paper signs on wooden..."

April 17, 2024 Arts Post by Athena Hawkins

Stick Around, Say Damn: Inside the Cactus Cafe’s Tuesday Open Mic

Songwriters connect under Jake Farr’s ground rules

"...His black guitar case thuds against the wooden counter, and the bartender behind shatters a shot glass...."

April 17, 2024 Music Post by Dina Barrish

How Staple! Is Turning the Page Toward a New Future

Austin’s indie media expo returns and it’s all because of one email

"...now, as the mini-con celebrating independent comics, zines, games, and digital creatives makes its debut on the St. Edward’s..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: The Tea on Trivia

As their second anniversary approaches, the minds behind Queer Trivia reflect

"...What LGBTQ activity organized by the Little Gay Shop and its host Aira Juliet has its second anniversary this..."

April 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

Only God Was Above Us at Vampire Weekend’s Eclipse Show

The “Cocaine Cowboys” celebrated new album at high noon

"...would fall within a solar eclipse’s path of totality, and that the NYC-launched, Beverly Hills-based band Vampire Weekend would..."

April 9, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Off Beat: Celebrating Nané Day, Two Years After Daniel Sahad’s Death

Soulful funk-rock band, with special guests, plays Empire April 7

"...singer Daniel Sahad suddenly passed away. Soon after, his bandmates hopped onstage to perform a few songs at an..."

April 5, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Plus Luther Hotel updates, Elephant Rock petition, more

"...No fooling: April is a great time to see sand sculptures on the Gulf Coast, drive through West Texas,..."

April 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...rapper who’d released his debut album the previous March and recently signed to the influential indie label Fool’s Gold...."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

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

"...fume, explain that you’ll be sure to wear red and green for the best viewing experience, a scientifically sound..."

March 26, 2024 Events Post by Christina Garcia

Kermit the Frog, Tyler Childers Play Willie’s Luck Reunion

Annual fest still seamlessly threads contemporary country

"...Willie’s trademark “Whiskey River” kickoff, left Luck as silent and reverent as it’s ever been, and capped another impressive..."

March 15, 2024 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...Books, as they’re throwing a party to celebrate ladies and lady lovers. Pick a piece by certified fresh female..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

First Look: Endo

An intimate omakase in West Campus from NYC sushi royalty

"...– remains one of NYC’s most coveted restaurant reservations and constantly appears on lists of the absolute best sushi..."

March 7, 2024 Food Post by Taylor Tobin

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

Hit the town with these non-SXSW events

"...After two years creating a space for “making and strengthening community and creative critical action today and tomorrow..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Nothing Is Off-Limits for Comedian Gianmarco Soresi

The New Yorker isn’t afraid to make himself the punchline

"...Soresi’s tumultuous childhood and divorced parents are the main jumping-off points for his..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Miranda Garza

South by Gay-west

The official unofficial SXSW recommendations for your queer Austin experience

"...this: You’re strung out from days of startup talk, and you simply can’t take another conversation about artificial intelligence..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Self Care by Southwest

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

"...All’s Fair in Love and Self-Care..."

March 8, 2024 Column by James Scott

Free Stuff to Do at SXSW 2024

Party at the post-apocalypse, smell good doing it

"...Film / TV Tie-ins Wasteland of the Fallout..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Kimberley Jones

Total Solar Eclipse to Draw Crowds of Tourists to Town

The once-in-a-lifetime darkness is coming to Central Texas

"...1:36pm on Monday, April 8, the sun will disappear, and the sky over Austin will go dark...."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Broadway in Austin Announces 2024-25 Season

Corn, kindness, and the boy who never grew up come to the Bass

"...The schedule is filled with beloved classics like Hamilton and Funny Girl, and red hot new smashes like MJ..."

March 5, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...with the burly-q brilliance of Ruby Joule, Something Blue, Alexander the Great, and Selma Bawdy, but leave a little..."

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

"...a lineup that includes Los Tigres del Norte, Caifanes, and Alejandra Guzmàn isn’t extremely cool. But Bésame Mucho is..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Review: Feral Pizza

Parking lot pizza trailer is serving up sourdough pies with brilliantly flavorful toppings

"...generally use to describe pizza. It’s not even the thousandth word. This adjective – defined by Merriam-Webster as “of,..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

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

And Rick Bayless at Nixta Taqueria even sooner

"...Ready to start drooling early, citizen? The Texas Food and Wine Alliance has revealed their roster of chefs for..."

Feb. 28, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Selena Gomez, Conan O’Brien, Sydney Sweeney Top SXSW’s Sixth Featured Speakers Announcement

Danny Brown, Nick Kroll, and Kirsten Dunst also announced

"...stars have aligned for South by Southwest’s latest keynotes and featured speakers announcement – meaning a ton of celebrities,..."

Feb. 27, 2024 SXSW Post by Carys Anderson

Here Are Your Winners for the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards

Austin’s favorite albums, artists, and instrumentalists of 2023

"...Though the details wiggle around annually, the meat-and-potatoes mission of the Austin Music Awards sticks. The Austin..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by The Music Team

What’s New at the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards?

The Zev Award launches, Antone’s hosts, and winners are out of the bag

"...Though the details wiggle around annually, the meat-and-potatoes mission of the Austin Music Awards sticks. The Austin..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Ben Kweller to Launch the Zev Award at the Chronicle’s Austin Music Awards

New grant for musicians under 18 honors his son, Dorian Zev Kweller

"...the 501(c)(3) organization Zev United to support young musicians and skateboarders, reflecting Dorian’s two biggest passions. At the Austin..."

Feb. 19, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

John Oates, Tyler Childers, Zella Day Top Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion Lineup

Single-day fest returns to Willie’s ranch March 14

"...just dropped. John Oates, Tyler Childers, Zella Day, Toadies, and Madi Diaz are among the artists headed to the..."

Feb. 15, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Lunar New Year Parties, OUTsider Fest, and More Recommended Community Events

Get out the vote and more this week

"...C’mon y’all freaks and geeks: Austin’s premier transmedia festival dedicated to bold creativity..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips: Bluebird Fish Camp, Orange

Good food down on the bayou on the way to Louisiana

"...The Bluebird Fish Camp in Orange provides guests with a combination of friendly service, good food, and..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

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