Austin Weekend Event Guide: May 10 – 12

Spring Pickin' Party 

Old Settlers Music Fest is hosting music all weekend featuring Uncle Lucius, South Austin Jug Band, and more. | Info

One Mother of a Saturday 

Head to Independence Brewing for One Mother of a Saturday, featuring plant vendors, a DIY succulent station, Lucky Dog Tarot readings, shopping, and pups from Happy Hearts Dog Rescue. | Info

Barks for Beers

All month long, you can purchase a pawsport to try beers at 30 breweries and help raise money for Divine Canines. | Info

Bark for the Arc

An art gallery pop-up at Hopsquad Brewing featuring artists with intellectual disabilities and their amazing works, benefiting The Arc and Divine Canines. | Info

47th Annual O. Henry Museum Pun Off World Championships

One of the weirdest and punniest events in Austin. | Info

Beer and Bingo

Play bingo and help dogs with Love-a-Bull. | Info

Willie Nelson & Family Concert

Don't miss a chance to see Willie. | Info

Saturday Night Concert Series

A free concert series in the park at Hill Country Galleria with tunes by Kody West, dogs welcome! | Info

Second Sunday at Blanton Museum of Art

Take mom to the museum for Mother's Day! Featuring roses and cupcakes, photobooth, and chair massages. | Info

Mother's Day at the Capitol

A free concert by Austin Symphonic Band. | Info

Mama's Day at Mama Dearest

Bring your mom for live music, tattoos, and a mini market by Eastside Pop Up. | Info

Austin Weekend Event Guide: April 26 – 28

The Amazing Acro-Cats

It's a rock show for cat lovers, featuring Tuna & the Rock Cats and benefiting Street Cat Rescue. | Info

Austin Psych Fest

Three days of psych rock, dream pop, and indie rock. Headliners include Courtney Bartnett, Alvvays, and the Black Angels. | Info

Kitten Shower

It's kitten season at Austin Humane Society! | Info

Eeyore's Birthday

An Austin tradition with music, games, and crafts. | Info

Austin Blues Festival

Two days of the best blues featuring Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughn, Big Freedia and more. | Info

Sunset Valley ARTFEST

An all ages art festival with something for everyone. | Info

Kids in a New Groove Benefit Show

Support kid mentoring programs with a show by Radio Journey and friends. | Info

Red Poppy Festival

Three days of red poppies and community fun in Georgetown. | Info

Austin Weekend Event Guide: April 19 – 21

Moontower Comedy Festival

The local comedy festival continues with laughs all weekend. | Info

Austin Reggae Festival

Three days of good music, food, and vibes. Benefiting Central Texas Food Bank. | Info

Courthouse Nights

Head to Lockhart for a free music series on the square with music by Dale Watson. | Info

Earth Day Jubilee

Join the Trail Conservancy for a trail cleanup, family friendly fun, live music, and market by Austin Flea. | Info

Release the Tiger at Independence Brewing

Featuring flash tattoos, DJ Devil Woman, art by Billy Bishop, and the new seasonal brew Shiny Diamonds. | Info

Two Step Inn

A country music fest featuring Cody Johnson, Ryan Bingham, Pat Green and more through Sunday. | Info

Wiener Dog Derby

Wiener dog races that raise money for Central Texas Dachshund Rescue. | Info

Green Market

Shop from over 20 vendors at The Little Gay Shop specializing in eco-friendly products and check out their tie-dye station. | Info

Austin Weekend Event Guide: April 12 – 14

Romeo y Juliet

Bilingual adaptation of Romeo and Juliet set in California in the 1840's. | Info

Squirrel Fest

A day of music, movies, and fun with Pease Park Conservancy and Future Front Texas. The fest includes a screening of TROLLS, friendship bracelet making, food trucks, and nature painting. | Info

Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Part of Moontower Comedy Festival, this special screening features actor Alan Ruck. | Info

ATX Asian Food Fest

A celebration of Asian culture with dancing, music, and tons of food. | Info

Second Saturdays at Blanton Museum

Featuring a weaving demonstration and printmaking workshop. | Info

Austin Tequila Templo

Taste dozens of samples of tequila, mezcal, and agave beverages. | Info

Art of Kindness Community Day

The Kindness Campaign hosts a party perfect for families with a roaming magician, family yoga, Lego station and more. | Info

ABC Kite Fest

Go fly a kite! | Info

Coming Up: A Night of Song and Storytelling benefiting HAAM with Bene Brown, Gina Chavez, and Carrie Rodriguez on April 2 | Info

Austin Weekend Event Guide: April 5 – 8

Total Eclipse Watch Parties

Normally this list is just for the weekend in Austin, but with so many eclipse watch parties we had to include a little list! Some of our top picks for watching the total eclipse in Austin include: Austin Public Library locations, Cosmic Coffee + Beer, Long Center, Rowing Dock, and Girlstart.

Rooftop Yoga + Soundbath 

Kick off the eclipse weekend with self care from ATX Yoga Girl at Colton House Hotel. | Info

HONK! TX

A free festival of street bands with parades and shows happening at Central Machine Works, Mueller Lake Park, and more through Sunday. | Info

Bloody Mary Festival -

Try Bloody Mary cocktails from local bars and restaurants, such as Cisco's, The Driskill, and The Cavalier. Benefiting Girls Empowerment Network. | Info

8th Annual Pinthouse Hootenanny 

Live music, Tiny Tails to You Petting Zoo, and face painting. | Info

Texas Veg Fest

A festival of vegan cuisine with samples, food demos, music and more! | Info

Austin Bulldog Rescue Meet & Greet

Meet adoptable pups and help donate to the ABR supply drive. | Info

CMT Music Awards

CMT is coming to the Moody Center, with performances by Keith Urban, Jelly Roll, Megan Moroney and others. | Info