What to do in Austin - Events

What to do in Austin - Events

Discover the latest happenings in the heart of Texas with "Events in Austin," your go-to podcast for all things Austin! Stay updated with the city's vibrant music scene, exciting festivals, food truck adventures, and much more. Whether you're a local or just visiting, our episodes provide insider tips, event highlights, and exclusive interviews with key figures in Austin's cultural landscape. Don't miss out on the best of Austin – tune in to "Events in Austin" and experience the city's dynamic spirit firsthand!

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October 18, 2025 3 mins
Austin listeners, your weekend is bursting with unforgettable events and experiences. If you love country music, today is your chance to dive into the Austin Country Music Festival at The Fieldhouse at the Crossover in Cedar Park. From 11 am to 9 pm, enjoy ten hours of live performances by Grammy Award winners, CMA, Texas CMA, and Billboard Top 10 artists. This family-friendly festival also features arts and crafts, a farmers marke...
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Listeners, if you’re wondering what’s going on in Austin this Friday and through the weekend, get ready — the next few days are packed with Texas-sized excitement.

One of the biggest happenings is the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix roaring into Circuit of the Americas from Friday through Sunday. Expect thrilling races, superstar concerts, and unforgettable festival energy. Friday night, international EDM star Kygo takes the Supe...
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Austin, Texas, is buzzing with exciting events today and throughout the week. If you're looking for a new career opportunity, the Austin Job Fair is happening today at the Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake. This event brings together top hiring companies from various industries, offering a chance to meet face-to-face with decision-making hiring managers. The job fair runs from 11 am to 2 pm, and attendance is free for job seekers[1].

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Austin is buzzing with incredible energy this week, and listeners are in for a treat with everything from world-class music festivals to spine-tingling Halloween attractions.

The big headline this weekend is the second and final weekend of Austin City Limits Music Festival at Zilker Park. Running through Sunday, October 12th, this year's lineup features major headliners including Hozier, The Killers, Luke Combs, Sabrina Carpenter, a...
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Welcome to your go-to guide for what to do in Austin, Texas from now through the weekend. If you are looking for unforgettable music, vibrant festivals, unique markets, and Halloween excitement, Austin has you covered this week.

Right now, the world-famous Austin City Limits Music Festival is taking over Zilker Park with a jaw-dropping lineup, including Hozier, The Killers, The Strokes, Luke Combs, and Sabrina Carpenter. Day tickets...
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Austin is buzzing this weekend and there’s never been a better time to explore the city. If you love live music and immersive art, LEVITATION 2025 runs September 25 through 28 at the Palmer Events Center, with stacked lineups on two stages, 360-degree visuals, interactive art, local food, vintage vendors, and after-hours Night Shows at iconic downtown spots like Stubb’s and Mohawk. Passes are available for single days or the full w...
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Austin is buzzing with vibrant events this week and weekend, offering something for everyone in the heart of Texas. Starting today, film enthusiasts can catch the grand finale of Fantastic Fest at Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar. This iconic genre film festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary with world premieres in horror, sci-fi, and fantasy, plus star-studded red-carpet events and late-night surprises according to Move Smart Pr...
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Listeners, if you are in Austin this weekend, get ready for an amazing lineup of events and experiences. Today, September 20, the city is buzzing with excitement as Austin FC faces off against Seattle at Q2 Stadium, a must-see if you are a soccer fan. Over at the Moody Amphitheater, Lake Street Dive is taking the stage so grab your tickets and enjoy soulful live music under the stars. For college football lovers, tonight is also Un...
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Listeners, the city is buzzing and there is no shortage of ways to celebrate Austin’s spirit this weekend and the days ahead. Right now, Pecan Street Festival is swinging into high gear at Hill Country Galleria with more than three hundred art and craft vendors, live music, and great food. This free two-day event lasts through Sunday, making it the perfect plan for families, couples, or anyone up for sunshine and creative flair. Ac...
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Listeners, if you are in Austin Texas today and through the weekend, the city is alive with events for every interest and energy level.

This afternoon, a thoughtful commemoration of 9/11 is happening at the William C. Powers Jr. Student Activity Center on the University of Texas campus. The panel, hosted by the Strauss Center, Clements Center, and Intelligence Studies Project, starts at 12:15 PM and will dive into the impact and con...
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If you’re looking to make the most of your time in Austin this week, you’re in luck, because the city is packed with excitement, music, food, and uniquely Austin experiences. Let’s start with today, September 6th. The highly anticipated Bat Fest is back on Congress Avenue Bridge, an event that keeps Austin weird in the best possible way. Picture this: more than 1.5 million bats emerge around sunset, a dramatic spectacle you’ll neve...
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Good morning, Austin listeners. If you’re hunting for incredible things to do in Austin today, through the end of the week and into the weekend, you’re in for a treat, because this city is packed with vibrant festivals, unforgettable spectacles, and community events for every taste.

Today, September 4th, the city buzzes with university activity over at the University of Texas. The official UT Event Calendar lists everything from lec...
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Welcome to Austin, where the city is buzzing with creativity, music, and unforgettable events all week long. Today, listeners can dive into World Oddities Expo at Palmer Events Center from 11 am to 7 pm, the event for the curiously inclined, featuring Butterfly Pinning and Diorama Terrarium workshops and even owl pellet dissection. It is a must for anyone fascinated by the weird and wonderful according to World Oddities Expo.

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Austin is absolutely buzzing this weekend and throughout the week, so if you’re searching for something memorable to do, look no further. Today, Saturday August 23, the city explodes with color and pride as Austin hosts its 35th annual Pride Parade and Festival. Starting at 8 p.m., the parade launches from the Texas State Capitol at 11th Street and Congress Avenue and makes its way down Congress all the way to the Congress Avenue B...
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Listeners get ready for an unforgettable week in Austin, Texas packed with music, film, sports, and celebrations. Today kicks things off with live music all around town. Cardinal Black will be playing at The State Theatre tonight at 8 pm, while Lera Lynn hits the stage at Antone’s Nightclub at the same hour, perfect options if you’re in the mood for soulful tunes and intimate vibes. For movie lovers, the Paramount Summer Classic Fi...
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Ready for a memorable week in Austin? Whether you’re craving music under the stars, vintage treasure hunts, or high-energy sports, there’s something for every listener. Tonight, pack a picnic and join hundreds at the Zilker Summer Musical at Zilker Hillside Theater. This beloved Austin tradition offers free, outdoor performances Thursday through Sunday evenings starting around 8:15 pm. Over at Q2 Stadium, Austin FC takes on Dallas ...
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Austin listeners, get ready for an exciting week bursting with events—there is something here for every kind of adventurer, music lover, film buff, and family fun seeker.

Tonight, Gothic rock meets arena spectacle as Ghost brings their Skeletour World Tour 2025 to the Moody Center at 8 pm. This will be a special Yondr phone-free experience, so plan ahead if you want to unplug and truly lose yourself in the performance on Robert Dedm...
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Austin is sizzling this week with an unbeatable lineup of can’t-miss events. Today, listeners hungry for serious Texas BBQ should head straight to Brisketfest 2025 at The Far Out Lounge down on South Congress. Jimmy Eat Brisket is serving smoky perfection alongside brisket trucks like Slab BBQ, Ed’s Smokehouse, and Good BBQ Company. Expect pop-up vendors with nostalgic gear, alternative artwork, and pop-punk accessories—plus live m...
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Welcome to your guide for what is happening in Austin, Texas from today through the weekend. If you are looking for music, food, art, or family fun, Austin has you covered.

Right now, the Paramount Summer Classic Film Series is running at the Paramount Theatre. This is the 51st annual edition and features a lineup that celebrates film in true vintage style, with screenings happening through August. Great for cinema lovers looking to...
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It is a festival packed week in Austin Texas listeners, and you are in for a treat. Today, Saturday August second, start your morning with the Lakeside Maker’s Market at The Loren Austin from 10 am to 2 pm, where Austin’s most creative local artisans showcase handcrafted goods. If you love bourbon and live music, make your way to the Summer Bourbon Bash happening at Garrison Brothers Distillery in nearby Hye, complete with signatur...
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