Austin Event Guide: April 15 – 17

MOONTOWER COMEDY & ODDITY FESTIVAL

Two weeks of laughs, and we’re ready for it! There’s something for everyone at this walkable comedy fest, and you’re sure to find a badge or show ticket that works best for you. Acts include Marc Maron, Sarah Silverman, Nikki Glaser, and more. April 13-24 | Various locations

Selena’s 50th Birthday Celebration

Selena would have been turning 50 this weekend, and to honor this musical icon we’re celebrating with Cumbia dance lessons, music by the Tiarras, and more fun. Friday | Hotel Vegas

Fusebox Festival

Experience performance art like never before! All weekend | Various locations

Community Easter Egg Hunt

Bring your own Easter egg basket for this free family-friendly event! Saturday | Huston-Tillotson University

Ney Day

Celebrate women in the arts, civics, and sciences! Saturday | Elisabet Day Museum

Easter Bassets

Grab your floppy-eared pup (ok, any ears will do!) for this dog party that includes a spring-themed photobooth and doggy Easter egg hunt! Saturday | Yard Bar

Splash Dance

Our favorite way to cool off in the summer, it’s time to Workout with Erica Nix and get your hair wet! Sunday | Austin Motel

Coming Up: Earth Day Clean Up

Our friends at the Rowing Dock are hosting a massive Earth Day clean up, and you’re invited! Bring your friends, coworkers, neighbors, and yourself to Lady Bird Lake and help keep Austin clean. April 22 | Info

Up Next: Living Room Sound Check

The W Austin is hosting a new music series called Living Room Sound Check and you’re invited! April 20th features Mrs. Glass and April 27th features Jo James. Free to attend, donations for SIMS Foundation encouraged. Info

Austin Event Guide: April 1 – 3

HONK!TX

A festival of community street bands ranging from 4 to 40 members, popping up all over town! All weekend | Various locations

Austin Originals Benefit Concert

Diana Ross is the mega star playing this benefit concert for Austin Child Guidance Center this weekend. Circuit of the Americas | Saturday

BOLD BASH

Join Women and Their Work gallery for this annual art party, inspired by the bold designs of the 1960’s. Dress to impress. Info | Saturday

Austin Kite Fest

It’s back, and the weather’s looking nice! Fly a kite with hundreds (thousands?) of your friends at Zilker Park. | Sunday

Market Day

Shop vendors, plants, and enjoy lots of treats! Pink Flamingo Plant Co | Saturday

Up Next: Living Room Sound Check

The W Austin is hosting a new music series called Living Room Sound Check and you’re invited! April 6th features Beth // James and host Trevor Scott from CBS! Free to attend, donations for SIMS Foundation encouraged. Info

Austin Event Guide: March 18 – 20

Music on the Trail

The Trail Foundation is bringing music to your ears along the trail during SXSW. multiple trail spots | multiple dates

Hair of the 3-Legged Dog Day Party

The Austin Chronicle is back with their legendary day party named after office tripaw, Hank. Lineup includes Surfbort, Yard Act, Chief Cleopatra, and TC Superstar. Supports Austin Pets Alive!. Hotel Vegas | March 18

SXSW Free Community Events

No badge? No problem! Enjoy Flatstock poster expo, free live music, and more. Info | Ongoing

South by San Jose

A local favorite during the fest, this concert is free and open to everyone and includes a local vendor market, bites from Jo’s Coffee, and more. Hotel San Jose | Now through Sunday

Crawfish Boil

Cover Fest is bringing your favorite tunes to you with cover bands like Departure (Journey) and Return of the Mac (Fleetwood Mac) and others. Dreamland | Saturday

Babes Fest

Party with atxGALS and celebrate women in art and business. Enjoy a guided meditation by Taylor Ellison, entrepreneur talks, drinks and other surprises. The Cathedral | Saturday

Snout by Snoutwest

Get outta town and party with the pigs at Central Texas Pig Rescue. Info | Sunday

Puppy Party

Join Vodka for Dog People, Tito’s, and PrideBites for a puppy party benefiting Save an Angel. Lustre Pearl East | Sunday

Up Next: Living Room Sound Check

The W Austin is hosting a new music series called Living Room Sound Check and it’s kicking off on Wednesday, March 23 with Nichole Wagner and host Trevor Scott from CBS! Free to attend, donations for SIMS Foundation encouraged. Info

Austin Event Guide: March 11 – 13

New Bloom

A music and art showcase featuring Ley Line, Gina Chavez, Extragrams and more. Benefiting the SIMS Foundation. Blue Norther | all weekend

Bully Walk

Walk a bulldog, adopt a bulldog, or just come out and support Austin Bulldog Rescue. Buzzmill | Saturday

SXSW Free Community Events

No badge? No problem! Enjoy Disney+ screenings at the Long Center, Wellness Expo classes, and more. Info | Ongoing

Burger Jam

Bad Larry Burgers and Henbit team up for a massive burger party. Fareground | Saturday

Crawfish Boil

Crawish season, y’all! A hill country escape from the fest with crawfish, live music by Jo James, and other fun things. Family Business Beer Co. | Saturday

Stouthaus Anniversary Celebration

Women-centric market, coffee treats, and more! Stouthaus | Saturday

Family Day at Umlauf

A free day of family fun with crafts, kid activities, and beautiful gardens. Umlauf Sculpture Garden | Sunday

Tiny Market Pop Up

We’re guessing this won’t be tiny at all! Shop vintage and local goods. Tiniest Bar in Texas | Sunday

Homegrown Live

Side One Track One hosts an all-star lineup of Austin bands, free to attend. Hotel Vegas | Sunday

Save the Date: Hair of the 3-Legged Dog Party

The Austin Chronicle is back with their legendary day party named after office tripaw, Hank. Lineup includes Surfbort, Yard Act, Chief Cleopatra, and TC Superstar. Supports Austin Pets Alive!. Hotel Vegas | March 18

Austin Event Guide: March 4 – 9

BBQ Austin

The fiercest BBQ competition in Texas! This Rodeo Austin event features pitmasters from all over the state, plus family-friendly activities and a carnival of fun. Info | Friday & Saturday

Bake Sale

Not that you need a reason to visit Commodore Perry, but a bake sale benefiting Austin Dames doesn’t hurt! Commodore Perry | Saturday

It’s My Park Day

Join Austin Parks Foundation for a citywide volunteer day and help keep our parks beautiful and clean. Info | Saturday

Biscuits for Ukraine

Buy biscuits to help the people of Ukraine, hosted by Bread 4 The People. L’oca D’oro | Saturday

Austin Crawfish Festival

Over 10,000 pounds of crawfish served, live music, and bouncy houses! Carson Creek Ranch | Saturday & Sunday

Frida Friday ATX 5th Birthday Celebration

Frida Friday ATX turns 5 and it’s time to party! DJs, vendor markets, and maybe cake? Meanwhile Brewing | Sunday

Yoga at Umlauf

ATX Yoga Girl and Umlauf team up for Saturday morning yoga and sound meditation in their art gallery space, a terrific way to start the new month. Umlauf Sculpture Garden | Saturday

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Wandering Vegan Market

Enjoy delicious vegan brunch bites and a fabulous drag show. Wanderlust Wine | Sunday

IMBIBE with WFF

Wine & Food Foundation and Lift Collective host IMBIBE, a wine tasting class with food pairings celebrating Women’s History Month. March 9

Austin Music Awards

The Austin Music Awards return in person this year, celebrating winners from the Austin Chronicle’s Music Poll. Tickets benefit the SIMS Foundation and artists include Money Chicha, Greyhounds, Carolyn Wonderland, and more. Emo’s | March 8