7 Events in Austin this Weekend

ACL Fest returns for weekend two, and it’s officially pumpkin season in ATX. Let’s party!

ACL Festival

The skies are bright and sunny and Zilker Park is calling our name. Not even sure where to start with the fest? Check out Austin Chronicle’s coverage of the fest. Friday through Sunday | Zilker Park

Pop-Up Beer Garden

Looking for an alternative to ACL Fest or some extra tunes on your way to the park? Join the Trail Foundation for their Pop-Up Beer Garden and concerts. Saturday & Sunday | Sand Beach Park

Rock N Restock

The music continues with Quiet Company and Buffalo Hunt at this family-friendly event. Friday | Info

Dog Pawty

It’s officially dog-costume-contest-season. Bring your pup and help raise some dough for Austin Pets Alive! Saturday | Indian Roller

Willie Nelson & Family with Pat Green

Two nights of Willie Nelson AND Pat Green? Alright alright alright! Friday & Saturday | Whitewater Amphitheater

Pumpkin Patch at Dreamland

What better way to celebrate autumn than with a massive pumpkin patch, mini golf, seasonal brews, and pickle ball? Throughout October | Dreamland

Paws & Pours

Grab your passport for free drinks at places like Jo’s, Hanks, Black Star Co-op and more and help out our pals at Austin Humane Society. Info

Weekend Events in Austin

ACL Fest is back, Austin Restaurant Weeks is rolling, and there’s no shortage of fun things to do in Austin!

ACL Festival

Grab your rain poncho and boots, ACL Fest is back at Zilker Park! Not sure how to tackle the 3-day music festival? Check out Austin Chronicle’s coverage of the fest. Friday through Sunday | Zilker Park

Austin Restaurant Weeks

Now’s your chance to try out that new restaurant or visit a favorite spot and support the Central Texas Food Bank! Prix fixe menus and special offerings are what you’ll find during ARW at local eats such as Bar Peached and El Chile. Now through Oct. 10 | Info

Oktoberfest

Stein holding contest! Pretzels! Dog-friendly Patio! Saturday | Haymaker

Still Austin 4th Anniversary Party

Still Austin Whiskey is turning 4 and they’re celebrating with drag queen bingo, DJ Ziggy, amazing cocktails, and good times for all. Saturday | Still Austin

DogFest

It’s a dog-themed festival fun with activities, games, treats, and more benefiting Canine Companions. Saturday | Bouldin Acres

Phantom Fest presents: Midsommar

Not for the faint of heart, this director’s cut of Midsommar kicks off Phantom Fest this October. Trivia, prizes, and a chance to raise funds for Austin Pets Alive!. Sunday | Violet Crown

Fermentation Fest

Yes, another fest! This time it’s with Texas Farmers Market celebrating all things fermented, every Monday in October through online sessions and panels. Online

Live Music, Carnivals, and More in Austin

From carnivals that raise money for pets to live music in the heart of downtown, here are our top picks for Austin events this weekend.

Driftwood Nights

Ok so technically this event is outside of Austin, but live music in the beautiful Hill Country that raises money for HAAM is always recommended. Friday | Vista Brewing

Sound & Cinema

Combine live music with a classic flick outdoors at the Long Center and you’ve got the perfect date night. Tonight’s screening features ALMOST FAMOUS and music by Jordan Matthew Young. Saturday | Long Center

Molly Burch

KUTX and Resound present Molly Burch (plus a few fun surprises). Saturday | Mohawk

Still Austin 4th Anniversary Party

Still Austin Whiskey is turning 4 and they’re celebrating with drag queen bingo, DJ Ziggy, amazing cocktails, and good times for all. Saturday | Still Austin

Yard Bar Dunk Smash Birthday Bash

It’s a carnival-themed birthday bash to celebrate six years of dog park fun at Yard Bar. Carnival games, dunking booth (including Sarah of Good Party in the booth at 1:30pm!), and more. Saturday | Yard Bar

Don’t you want to junk dunk me in a booth of warm water?!

Austin Weekend Event Picks

Things are heating up in Austin and there’s no shortage of fun things to do this week. Check out our weekend rundown on CBS We Are Austin and get a preview of the Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival!

Blended Festival

An Instagrammable fest with lots of wine, wellness activations, and music (including Nelly?!). Friday & Saturday | Long Center

It’s Britney, B*tch

A musical comedy tribute to the life of Britney, benefiting Lilith Fund. Multiple Dates | Fall Out Theater

Caldwell Kolache Festival

Headd out of town to celebrate all things kolaches! Car show, Polka pavilion, Czech music, kolache eating contest and more. Saturday | Caldwell

Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival

It’s back, baby! Eat the heat and try hundreds of hot sauces, check out music from Ley Line, Van Mary, and more - and help raise money for Central Texas Food Bank. Sunday | Far Out Lounge

The Hollywood Revue

This swing band plays songs from old Hollywood movies. Saturday | Meanwhile Brewing

Cute AF Market

Eastside Popup is back with tons of local, awesome vendors helping raise funds for Out Youth. It’ll be super cute! Sunday | Cute Nail Studio

HAAM Day

Show your support for Austin musicians and party with HAAM. Tuesday | Austin

Yoga Night

Join ATX Yoga Girl for a night of yoga in a swanky setting, benefiting TankProof and Just Keep Livin Foundation. Wednesday | Colton House Hotel

Austin Events this Weekend

How is it already almost September?! Well August ain’t over yet, and here are a few ways to party this weekend.

Shinyribs

Shinyribs is back with a new album, “Late Night TV Gold” and you KNOW they won’t disappoint live. Friday | Paramount Theatre

Hot Summer Nights

Join Red River Cultural District for this free music fest supporting local venues like Cheer Up Charlies, Swan Dive, Mohawk and more. Bands include: Berkshire Hounds, Kydd Jones, Beachside Vibes and lots of local favorites. Thursday-Sunday | Various Locations

Farmers Fair

Isn’t it nice sometimes to just get out of town, drive down to San Marcos, and support local farmers? It is. Saturday | Roughhouse Brewing

Austin Sunshine Run

A 5k/10k with in-person and virtual options benefiting Austin Sunshine Camps. Sunday | Info

Get Down Turn Around

The kids at Fine Southern Gentlemen and Torpedo Productions are at it again, and this time they’re bringing the country to you with tunes by Boi Orbison, country glam by Extragrams, and a few surprises. Benefiting the SIMS Foundation. Saturday | Fine Southern Gentlement