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.

NOVEMBER

NOV 4 - 6 | FOOD & WINE FEST All weekend long you’ll explore rows of renowned Texas chefs from top-rated restaurants, serving up their signature bites. Along the way sample sips from an array of wine and spirits exhibitors. This will certainly be a festival for your tastebuds! For more info visit: austinfoodandwinefestival.com

NOV 14 - 22 | FILM FESTIVAL The festival showcases contemporary films and videos from Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula. Films and videos made by or about Latinxs in the U.S. or the rest of the world, as well as films and videos by or about Indigenous groups of the Americas are also invited to participate. So grab some popcorn and enjoy! For more info visit: cinelasamericas.org

DECEMBER

DEC 8 - 23 | 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. Grab your family and some hot coco and enjoy a night full of great lights! For more info visit: austintrailoflights.org

DEC 11 | FOODIE FEST Welcome to Austin’s Premier Food Fest showcasing local restaurants, local eateries, local cafes and local food trucks! This festival is all about Food so please come hungry!! Our festival will stretch over 8 Hours with over 50 different participating vendors. Outside of food there will be plenty of fun including Live Music from some of Texas best bands! For more info visit: shorturl.at/lFLQR

JANUARY

JAN 15 | CRAFT BEER FEST Experience the best of Austin’s brewery culture on this half-day tour. Meet your guide in the Rainey Street Historic District, and make your way to three different breweries for a true taste of

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE AUSTIN

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the city. Learn about Texas beer culture and enjoy tastings at each stop. For more info visit: shorturl.at/jlXZ3

JAN 22 | LUNAR NEW YEAR The two-day entertainment in the heart of the Chinese shopping and cuisine center ranges from celebratory lion and dragon dances to kids’ face painting and other family-friendly activities. You’ll see exciting firecracker explosion shows, drum performances, and some martial arts. Food vendors and local artisans will be operating too. For more info visit: shorturl.at/dpDZ8

FEBRUARY

FEB TBA | CHILI COOK-OFF Join us for a day of live music, cold beer and chili as we host our Annual Chili Cook-Off. Taste different types of chili from some of Austin’s best restaurants and amateur culinary talent. For more info visit: joscoffee.com 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 5 | CARNAVAL Carnaval in Austin is one of the biggest Brazilian Carnaval celebrations outside Brazil. Brasileiro-style samba, costumes and wild abandon can all be seen in the heart of Texas. For more info visit: sambaparty.com

MARCH

MARCH 3 - 4 | BBQ AUSTIN BBQ Austin is a sanctioned BBQ Cook Off where teams from all over Texas come to compete. BBQ Austin is also excited to offer a petting zoo, pony rides, shopping, a fireworks show, and Austin’s largest carnival. This event has a

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE AUSTIN

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little something for everybody and we hope you will come and join us! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3clrWdS

MARCH 10 -19 | FILM FEST Every spring, crowds descend on downtown Austin to experience the world-renowned SXSW Conference & Festivals. Consisting of three main components, Interactive, Music and Film, each track brings top creatives and global professionals together to collaborate during this exciting 10-day event. For more info visit: sxsw.com

MARCH 10 - 25 | RODEO AUSTIN Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring Pro rodeo events, daily concerts, livestock shows and more. For more info visit: rodeoaustin.com

APRIL

APRIL 1 - 23 | FOREST FAIRE Sherwood Forest Faire is a locally owned medieval-style village nestled in the Lost Pines section of Central Texas. We have over 100 permanent buildings on 25 acres, including stages, pubs, merchant shops, wedding venues, a complete castle, and more. So travel back in time with us and enjoy a medieval day of fun and adventure! For more info visit: sherwoodforestfaire.com

APRIL 22 - 24 | MUSIC FESTIVAL Central Texas’ signature music event featuring Grammy-winning Americana, arts and crafts, camping, food and libations. Acoustic jazz, blues and bluegrass are all performed by old-time local favorites and award-winning artists from around the world. For more info visit: oldsettlersmusicfest.org

MAY

MAY 25 - 28 | HOT LUCK FEST The Hot Luck: Live Food & Music

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE AUSTIN

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festival returns to honor the soul, sweat and DIY diversity of the food and music world. The festival is an eat-with-your-fingers picnic and party experience that highlights open-pit feats of culinary knowhow, and music in your ears that is as thoughtfully created as the food on your plate. Come hungry, thirsty, and bring your dancing boots. For more info visit: hotluckfest.com

JUNE

JUNE 1 - 4 | TELEVISION FEST ATX Festival is the first festival devoted to Television’s history and future. It functions like a traditional film festival with premieres of new series, current hits and cult favorites. ATX Television Festival also offers access to the industry’s leading professionals with cast and creator Q&A’s and panels focusing on innovation in both production and content delivery. For more info visit: atxfestival.com JUNE 3 | STREET FESTIVAL The streets of Old Town Leander fill with local and national artisans offering handcrafted creations. Texas bands and artists bring the stage to life, and family-friendly activities delight both adults and children. Food vendors provide both healthy and indulgent choices, and local and regional wineries and breweries bring a special flair to Old Town. There really is something for everyone here! For more info visit: oldtownstreetfestival.com

JULY

JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY Famous for its vibrant music scene, Austin holds quite a few large concerts, parades, and fireworks to celebrate the 4th of July. Festivities and music are heard on every corner, and every neighborhood displays its best star-andstripe decorations. So come on by and celebrate America’s Birthday the right way! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3uOKiKr

LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE AUSTIN

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JULY 23 -24 | FLOAT FEST It’s never too early to start thinking about summer music festivals. After five years of float party – the very Texas tradition of floating down the Guadalupe River between twenty full-fledged gigs – music lovers and dedicated floaters usually know what to expect.. It’s the best place to relax, float and celebrate the rich history of the birthplace of Texas. For more info visit: floatfest.net

AUGUST

AUG TBA | BAT FEST Celebrate this batty event as the world’s largest urban bat colony take to the skies for their nightly flight. Enjoy live music, children activities, a costume contest and more.For more info visit: shorturl.at/fGQSX

SEPTEMBER

SEPT 16 - 17 | PECAN STREET FESTIVAL The Pecan Street Association supports the Austin community by presenting Pecan Street Festival, the association donates its proceeds towards the preservation of historic 6th Street located in Downtown Austin, Texas. For more info visit: pecanstreetfestival.org

OCTOBER

OCT 6 - 8 | MUSIC FESTIVAL It’s that time of year again! ACL Festival features a diverse lineup of acts every year with 8 stages with over 100 performances.. The ACL Eats Food Court at ACL Fest offers the most delicious festival food, drinks and sweets from Austin and the surrounding area’s favorite restaurants. For more info visit: aclfestival.com

OCT 26 - 31 | FILM FESTIVAL Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on both top-billed films and indies alike. For more info visit: austinfilmfestival.com

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2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change

SESSION DATE TIME FEATURED MATCHES

1 Mon, January 16, 2023 11:00 am Men's and Women's 1st Round 2 Mon, January 16, 2023 7:00 pm Men's and Women's 1st Round 3 Tue, January 17, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 1st Round 4 Tue, January 17, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 1st Round 5 Wed, January 18, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 6 Wed, January 18, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 7 Thu, January 19, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 8 Thu, January 19, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 9 Fri, January 20, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 10 Fri, January 20, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 11 Sat, January 21, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 12 Sat, January 21, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 13 Sun, January 22, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 14 Sun, January 22, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 15 Mon, January 23, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 16 Mon, January 23, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 17 Tue, January 24, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 18 Tue, January 24, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 19 Wed, January 25, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 20 Wed, January 25, 2023 7:30 pm Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 21 Thu, January 26, 2023 11:00 am Women’s Semifinals 22 Thu, January 26, 2023 7:30 pm Men’s Semifinal 23 Fri, January 27, 2023 3:00 pm Mixed Doubles Semi /Women’s Doubles Final / Men’s Singles Semifinal 24 Sat, January 28, 2023 4:00 pm Women’s Singles Final /Men’s Doubles Final 25 Sun, January 29, 2023 4:00 pm Mixed Doubles Final /Men’s Singles Final

2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change

DATE

PLAY START SESSION MAY 29 - SUN Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 30 - MON Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 30 - MON Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 31 - TUE Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round MAY 31 - TUE Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round MAY 31 - WED Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round MAY 31 - WED Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round JUN 01 - THU Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 4th Round JUN 01 - THU Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 4th Round JUN 02 - FRI Day - 12:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 02 - FRI Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 03 - SAT Day - 12:00 AM 3rd Round JUN 03 - SAT Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 04 - SUN Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round JUN 04 - SUN Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round JUN 05 - MON Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round JUN 05 - MON Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round JUN 06 - TUE Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 06 - TUE Evening - 5:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 07 - WED Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 07 - WED Evening - 5:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 08 - THU Day - 2:00 PM Semifinals JUN 09 - FRI Day - 3:00 PM Men’s Semi Finals 1 JUN 09 - FRI Evening - 7:00 PM Men’s Semi Finals 2

JUN 10 - SAT Day - 3:00 PM Women's Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final

JUN 11 - SUN Day - 3:00 PM Men's Singles Final

DATE Mon, July 03 Tues, July 04 Wed, July 05 Thurs, July 6 Fri, July 07 Sat, July 08 Sun, July 09 Mon, July 10

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Sun, July 16 2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change

PLAY START SESSION 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 4th Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 4th Round 11:00 AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals 11:00 AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals 1:00 PM Ladies' Singles Semifinals Mixed Doubles Final 1:00 PM Men's Singles Semifinals

2:00 PM Ladies' Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final,

2:00 PM Men's Singles Final, Ladies’ Doubles Final

2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change ** Start Times Listed in EST

SESSION DATE SCHEDULE PLAY START MATCHES 1 Mon, 28 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round

2 Mon, 28 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round

3 Tue, 29 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round

4 Tue, 29 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round

5 Wed, 30 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round

6 Wed, 30 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round

7 Thu, 31 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round

8 Thu, 31 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round

9 Fri, 1 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round

10 Fri, 1 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round

11 Sat, 2 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round

12 Sat, 2 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round

13 Sun, 3 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

14 Sun, 3 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

15 Mon, 4 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

16 Mon, 4 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16

17 Tue, 5 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 18 Tue, 5 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 19 Wed, 6 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 20 Wed, 6 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 21 Thu, 7 Sep Day 12.00pm Women’s Semifinals / 22 Fri, 8 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s Doubles Final or Mixed Doubles Final / Men’s Semifinal 1 23 Fri, 8 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s Semifinal 2