Local Event Guide

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE

AUSTIN

PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

JULY JULY 16 - 19 | CINE LAS AMERICAS Cine Las Americas is amulti-cultural event, offering theatrical screenings of films made by and/or about Latinos or Indigenous peoples of the Americas. Films from Spain and Portugal are also included, enhancing a truly Pan-American cinematic experience. For more info visit: cinelasamericas.org

AUGUST AUG 7 - 9 | ART FROM THE STREETS SHOW & SALE Visit the Annual Art From the Streets Show & Sale to shop original works and help continue the efforts of AFTS to provide a safe, creative space for homeless and formerly homeless local artists. For more info visit: artfromthestreets.org

AUG 30 | HOT SAUCE FESTIVAL The sauce must go on! The 30th annual pepper-filled event is throwing a virtual event, featuring winner announcements for restaurants and commercial bottler categories, music, videos and much more! To experience the virtual event at home, participants can purchase their very own Hot Sauce Tasting Kits, which include samplings from a variety of local bottlers, all-new Hot Sauce merch, and more! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2F1Qwmh

SEPTEMBER SEPT 5 | WEIRD HOMES TOUR Austin Weird Homes Tour is doing something a little different this year – we are producing a 100% Virtual tour. Now you can come along with the Weird Homes Crew and visit these wonderfully weird homes from the comfort and safety of your home! And anyone in the world can tune in to enjoy! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/33MbRKM

SEPT 19 - 20 | PECAN STREET FEST The Pecan Street Festival is one of the largest, and longest-running, arts & crafts and music festivals in the nation. Moving to an all-virtual platform will give us the opportunity to expand our event from just a weekend to a much longer stretch

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE

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PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.

of programming – providing more opportunity for public engagement with vendors, artists, musicians and other special guests. For more info visit: pecanstreetfestival.org

OCTOBER OCT 8 - 10 | AUSTIN CITY LIMITS MUSIC FESTIVAL ACL Fest has always been rooted in tradition, our common love of live music, and our community. ACL Festival is a two-weekend event that brings together more than 130 acts from all over the world to play rock, indie, country, folk, electronic and more on eight stages. For more info visit: Aclfestival.com

OCT 17 | TEXAS TRUCKLANDIA It’s a 1-Day Taste-a-Thon & Food Truck Festival at the Austin American Statesman Property, rain or shine. Come join for the wide variety of different food trucks! For more info visit: trucklandia.com OCT 22 - 29 | FILM FESTIVAL Austin Film Festival has announced that its 27th annual Film Festival and Writers Conference will be a completely virtual event including panels and film screenings that will feature leading industry creatives. Viewers will have the opportunity to tune in live to experience the exciting atmosphere of film premieres or alternatively to enjoy films on demand and on their own schedule. For more info visit: austinfilmfestival.com

NOVEMBER NOV 7 - 8 | CELTIC FESTIVAL This annual festival is also the largest gathering of Celts in Central Texas. The event is home to four stages of Irish, Scottish and Breton music, dance, sports, storytelling, workshops and more. It is one of the few remaining festivals dedicated to authentic Celtic traditions. A friendly family event, fun for all ages and opened to all! For more info visit: austincelticfestival.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE

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PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED

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NOV 12 - 15 | FOOD & WINE FEST Pamper your palate in one of the hippest cities in the country at the Austin Food & Wine Festival. Join top chef talent, sommeliers and winemakers from across the nation and Austin’s own acclaimed gourmet scene for an indulgent, threeday epicurean adventure unlike any other, topped off with live musical performances. For more info visit: austinfoodandwinefestival.com

NOV 29 - 30 | JAZZ FESTIVAL Join the Austin Area Jazz Fest for a celebration of music, culture, diversity and the arts. Enjoy entertainment from top-tier local and national jazz musicians. For more info visit: austinareajazzfestival.com

DECEMBER DEC TBA | TRAIL OF LIGHTS The Annual Trail of Lights is part of the essential Austin experience, lighting up the season with a celebration of community, memories and fun. For more info visit: austintrailoflights.org DEC 1 - 24 | BLUE GENIE ART BAZAAR The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a fixture of the Austin holiday season. Shoppers can browse thousands of original works ranging from serious art to fun and kitschy items. A great way to buy hassle-free holiday gifts and support local artists.For more info visit: bluegenieartbazaar.com

DEC 10 - 14 | MUSIC VIDEO FEST The Austin Music Video Fest celebrates Austin’s long standing music video heritage with screenings, awards, parties, panels and workshops around town! For more info visit: amvfest.com

JANUARY JAN 1 - 8 | FREE WEEK Hundreds of local bands participate in this week of free live music that encompasses venues all over downtown Austin. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3kuBhlZ

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JAN 18 | MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MARCH The Annual Community March celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multiculturalism in our city. At the conclusion of the program at the MLK Statue, we will march to the south steps of the Capitol for a rally.After the Capitol program, the march will proceed to the historic Huston-Tillotson University, where exciting activities are planned. For more info visit: mlkcelebration.com

FEBRUARY FEB TBA | OYSTER FESTIVAL This is one tasty festival you don’t want to miss! The Oyster Festival is an annual hit among locals and visitors alike. Not sure which kind of oyster you prefer? Try ‘em all while enjoying a little live Cajun and “newgrass” music on the lawn! For more info visit: austinoysterfestival.com

FEB TBA | NO IDEA FESTIVAL The annual No Idea Festival brings together musicians and sound artists from across the US, Japan, Germany, Italy, Mexico, and Norway to Austin, Texas to collaborate for 3 nights and 2 afternoons in the fields of free improvisation, composition, free jazz, installation, noise, and sonic interventions. For more info visit: noideafestival.com

MARCH MARCH 15 - 21 | SXSW Noted filmmakers, musicians and multimedia artists from around the world converge to showcase music, film and interactive media during this internationally-recognized event. For more info visit: sxsw.com

MARCH 13 - 27 | RODEO AUSTIN Staying true to the official sport of Texas, Austin hosts one of America’s top ProRodeos every March. The top ranked athletes in each event compete in Rodeo Austin for the title of Champion. Fans enjoy extreme competition, bull fighting entertainment and the fan-favorite Mutton Bustin’. For more info visit: rodeoaustin.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE

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PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED

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MARCH 28 | ABC KITE FEST ABC Kite Fest is one of Austin’s bestknown annual events. Held on the first Sunday of March, it is the kickoff to the hundreds of springtime activities in Austin. Most folks come out to see the spectacular sight of hundreds of kites in the sky and to enjoy a spring day in the park. For more info visit: abckitefest.org

APRIL APRIL TBA | ART CITY AUSTIN Come together and celebrate Austin’s diverse art scene at Art City Austin. Enjoy this unique, weekend event in Austin, at Republic Square featuring the art of local musicians, performance artists, live food demonstrations by local chefs, food trucks, boozy bevies, kid activities and interactive experiences. For more info visit: artcityaustin.org

APRIL 21 | TASTE OF MEXICO Mexic-Arte Museum’s Taste of Mexico has become one of the leading Mexican-inspired culinary events of the year. This culturally conscious event invites guests to generously sample creative cuisines from over 50 of Austin’s most eclectic and exciting restaurants, food trucks, and beverage purveyors providing fine tequilas and mezcales. There will be music by DJ ULoveI, food demos & lots more! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3gDfarg

MAY MAY 1 - 31 | RENAISSANCE FEST Scarborough Renaissance Festival is interactive fun for everyone, 16th Century Style. Enjoy full combat armored jousts, Birds of Prey exhibitions, the Mermaid Lagoon and Renaissance entertainment on 25+ stages. Discover exquisite crafts in 200 village shoppes and marvel at the artisan demonstrations. For more info visit: srfestival.com

MAY 29 - 31 | HOT LUCK FESTIVAL Hot Luck: Live Food & Music festival honors the soul, sweat and DIY diversity of the food and music world. Come hungry, thirsty, and bring your dancin’ boots! For more info visit: hotluckfest.com

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE

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PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED

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JUNE JUNE 10 - 13 | ATX TELEVISION FESTIVAL ATX Television Festival celebrates the television medium: looking back at its history, where it is now, and where it is headed. A weekend where attendees can hear from actors, writers, directors, creators, showrunners, music supervisors, casting directors and studio executives involved in all stages of bringing their favorite series to life. For more info visit: atxfestival.com

JUNE 14 | DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL Promoting the tradition of dragon boating, increase awareness of Asian and Asian-American culture, and enhance cross-cultural understanding. Have a fun day watching these boats glide across the water. For more info visit: texasdragonboat.com

JULY JULY 4 | FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS & SYMPHONY The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake. For more info visit: austinsymphony.org