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Viva México
The ESB-MACC's annual fiesta is actually a quinceañera as well! Celebrate 15 years with live music and dance performances, panel discussions, family-friendly art activities, and a mercado by Frida Friday ATX. Special guests from Univision serve as emcees for this fest that honors Mexico’s Independence Day and the diverse cultural traditions of Austin’s Mexican, Mexican American, Latino/a/x, and Tejano community. Worried about parking Downtown? A free shuttle bus runs 4:30-10:30pm at Sanchez Elementary and Martin Middle School.Sat., Sept. 17, 6-10pm -
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Austin FC
The Verde get a second shot at Nashville after a 3-0 defeat on the road Sept. 3. Hopefully they'll have better luck on home turf.Sat., Sept. 17, 8pm -
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Over the Lege, Part 6: A New Low
All rise for the return of this political satire show that's based solely on the Texas Legislature. It's "a little Saturday Night Live meets Colbert Report meets So You Think You Can Dance." The show opens with sketches that decode political headlines, behavior, and nuance into comedic relief – and ends with a legislative celebrity interview.Sept. 16-18. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $30 ($25, seniors and students). -
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Pecan Street Festival
The long-running arts & crafts and music festival hosts hundreds of local artisans and vendors and multiple stages hosting dozens of local musicians. Forty food vendors offer everything from smoothies to funnel cake, and kids will enjoy rides, a petting zoo, face-painting, and more.Sat.-Sun., Sept. 17-18Sixth Street between Brazos & I-35 -
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Salsa for the Soul
This fundraising event will benefit a few of Austin's most impactful and female-led organizations that serve Latinx children, women, and families. It kicks off with salsa dance lessons from Corazon Latino Dance Studio, then practice your moves along to tunes from DJ Kick It and enjoy bevs and bites from Tito's Handmade Vodka and Maudie's Tex Mex. Plus local vendors, raffles, a vaccine clinic, and more.Sat., Sept. 17, 5:30-9pm. $0-35. -
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Touch-a-Truck
Fire trucks, ambulances, bucket trucks, cement mixers, and bulldozers are just a few of the terrific trucks kids can interact with and explore at this fun-filled event. There'll also be live music, food, and a Kid Zone with face painting, barrel train rides, and more, all to support SAFE's mission to stop abuse for everyone and promote happy, healthy families.Sat., Sept. 17. $5-10. -
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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AISD Long-Range Planning Committees Meeting
Public comment is welcome at this meeting discussing long-term goals for the school district. Go online to register or share comments and questions via text at 512/856-6123.Sat., Sept. 17, 9am-12:30pmVirtual -
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An Egg-cellent Reward for Blood Donors
We Are Blood partners with beloved local burger joint P. Terry's to reward blood donors with vouchers for a free egg burger.Sept. 15-30We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Austin Ballroom Dance
Get a free mini lesson at 7:30pm then hit the dance floor at 8.First & third Saturdays. $7, members; $10, guests. -
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Austin Flea
Three chances to catch the vendor market this weekend: Saturday at Still Austin (1-7pm) for its fifth anniversary party, then Sunday at Radio (10am-4pm) and Meanwhile (noon-5pm).Sat.-Sun., Sept. 17-18Still Austin Whiskey, 440 E. St. Elmo; Radio Coffee & Beer, 4204 Menchaca; Meanwhile Brewing, 3901 Promontory Point -
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Austin Outlaws Tryouts
Austin Outlaws is one of the longest running full-contact women's football teams in America, and they're looking for new players. Fill out an interest form online to get more details.Sept. 17, Oct. 8 & Nov. 12, 9:30am-noon -
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Austin Pedestrian Advisory Council Elections
Austinites passionate about pedestrian issues will want to tune in to the Sept. 12 Pedestrian Advisory Council meeting and consider applying for the group, which is seeking applicants through Sept. 18. Find more info online or email Chair Kat Cox at [email protected].Apply by Sept. 18; elections held Oct. 3 -
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Baby Bloomers
A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.Saturdays, 8-10am -
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Beerthoven Volunteer Training
The Beerthoven Concert Series brings high-quality, classical chamber music to informal and approachable settings, and seeks great volunteers to make it happen. Get an overview of the opportunities at this quick info session, as well as snacks and free brews from Lazarus.Sat., Sept. 17, 4-5pm. Free. -
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Blair Woods Restoration Day
Travis Audubon’s 10-acre urban sanctuary needs your help to maintain a biodiverse woodland, prairie, and riparian corridor. All equipment and training provided; bring water and dress comfortably for outdoor work.Sat., Sept. 17, 9amBlair Woods Nature Preserve, 5401 E. MLK -
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Breastfeeding Support Group
Join in to discuss nursing and child development with a certified lactation consultant. Call 512/509-6455 to register.Third Saturdays, 11am. Free.Virtual -
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Buda Plein Air Arts Festival
Created during the pandemic in 2020 by the Inspired Minds Art Center, the fest brings the community together outdoors for live art, music, film, vendor demos, kids' art activities, cultural performances, and more.Sept. 13-17. Free.121 Main St., Buda -
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Buda Plein Air Festival Awards Ceremony
Enjoy complimentary drinks and a concert from world music band Grupo Massa at the ceremony giving prizes to top artists at the festival.Sat., Sept. 17, 6-10pm. $10; kids, free.Chambers Theatre, 121 Main St., Buda -
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Buddy Block Walk With Blue Action Democrats
Join in to walk with a voter registrar to gather registrations in apartment complexes.Weekends through Nov. 6. Sat., 10am-noon; Sun., 3-5pm4200 Avenue F -
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Capitol Peace Concert
A concert celebrating the UN International Day of Peace by sending out a message from the heart of Texas to inspire and unite people through the medium of classical music.Sat., Sept. 17, noon-1pm -
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Caturday Adoption Event
Austin Pets Alive! brings free cats and kittens that are all spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Find them near Flower Child.Sat., Aug. 20 & Sept. 17, 10am-3pm -
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Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt
Join CP mascot pup Mischa on a hunt through parks, complete tasks at your own pace, and submit photos to win a prize. Look for scavenger hunt signs at eight locations around Cedar Park and get all the details online.Sept. 1-30 -
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Cornhole Tournament
Sixteen teams will face off and prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place.Sat., Sept. 17, 10:30am. $35 per team. -
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Crate & Barrel Store 60th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate six decades of the iconic housewares brand with music, in-store sweepstakes, and more.Sept. 17 & 24Crate & Barrel, 9607 Research -
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Denton Blues Festival
One of the top blues festivals in the state features Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers on Saturday and Vanessa Collier on Sunday.Sat.-Sun., Sept., 17-18Denton -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Escape the Box
Explore the hidden side of Austin with an event billed as "an escape room, but outdoors, with time travel." Guests will explore an iconic neighborhood, solve puzzles, and take memorable photos. Book online or call 512/633-9356.Saturdays, 11am. $35/person; $15/person 10 and under.South Congress/East Austin -
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Free Fitness Classes
Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.Ongoing. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Givens Park Festival of Recognition & Remembrance
A celebration commemorating the rich history of the park and kicking off the construction phase of the new pool and historic bathhouse rehabilitation, a project funded by a 2018 general obligation bond. This family-friendly event begins with the dedication of the Lone Star Legacy Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society, and continues with a food truck competition, water games, and a screening of Luca (7pm).Sat., Sept. 17, 5pm -
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Gourdgeous Glass Pumpkin Patch
Feast your eyes on hundreds of gourd-geous glass pumpkins, see live glass-blowing demos, enjoy live music and drinks, and try out a scavenger hunt for prizes. Happy fall, y'all!Sat., Sept. 17, 11am-2pm6469 RR 12, San Marcos -
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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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Grown Folks Step 'n' Roll
An adult roller skating and dance party, with glow-in-the-dark bowling too. BYOB.Every other Saturday, 9pm. $5-10. -
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Hornsby Bend Bird Walk
Join Travis Audubon for a walk at Austin's premier birding site, open to all levels of birder.Sat., Sept. 17, 7:30am -
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
House of Torment
The ultimate haunted house with three new themes featuring elaborate sets, iconic characters, towering animatronic monsters, and terrifying scenarios.Through Nov. 5. Open daily Oct. 12-31 and select weekend days otherwise -
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HummerBird Celebration
There’ll be something for every level of birder, from bus tours to lectures and a special mall of vendors selling birding-related merchandise.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 15-18Rockport -
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Indian Artifact, Mineral and Gem Show
A wide array of vendors will be showing and selling artifacts, gems, jewelry, and minerals.Sat., Sept. 17, 9am-3pmLampasas -
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Japanese Language Classes
The Japan-America Society of Greater Austin has a bunch of classes coming up for anyone wanting to learn how to read, write, and speak Japanese, with mostly online lessons. Private tutoring is also available; email for details.Classes begin early to mid-September. $25 an hour. -
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Kennel Club Launch Party
Join the coolest dog club in town! Find out how to join and get discounts and inside info on all the best dog events, and see pets strut their stuff at a show hosted by Avery Moore.Sat., Sept. 17, 5-8pm. Free. -
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Kerrville River Festival
Louise Hays Park on the Guadalupe River will be filled with family fun, games, and music capped off with fireworks.Sat., Sept. 17. Free.Kerrville -
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Model T Show and Rummage Sale
See more than 40 Tin Lizzies, from race cars to workhorses from a bygone day, and shop the tables of items for sale.Sat., Sept. 17. Free.Texas Transportation Museum, San Antonio -
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Night Golf
A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20. -
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Pickleball Leagues
Sign up now for fall coed ladder leagues which will meet on Sundays, Mondays, or Tuesdays depending on level.Registration opens noon, Sept. 7; leagues begin week of Sept. 18. $65. -
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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Pups & Pints
Enjoy live music, vendor booths, beer samples, children's activities, and giveaways, and if you bring donations of pet supplies, you'll be entered to win gift cards from Arboretum restaurants and retailers.Sat., Sept. 17, 5-7pm. Free. -
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Recovery in the Park
As part of Recovery Month, a host of local nonprofits and community organizations come together to share resources and info, complemented by a full day of live music, fair-style activities and games, free food, and much more. All are welcome for a fun, fam-friendly day in the park.Sat., Sept. 17, 3-8pm. Free. -
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Showcase of Diversity
The library presents a five-part program for parents and children about the plants, trees, animals, insects, rocks, minerals, and native food of Austin.Third Saturdays through Jan. 21, 10am-noon. Free. -
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Texas State Forest Festival
This East Texas tradition includes wood carvers, axe throwing, barbecue, carnival, Indian dancers, vendors, music, and more.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 15-18Lufkin -
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Trap Yoga ATX
All levels welcome to a vinyasa flow set to the hottest trap/R&B music.Sat., Sept. 17, 4-5pm. $25.Black Swan Yoga, 2800 S. I-35 #310, Round Rock -
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Tree of the Year Awards
TreeFolks and Austin Parks & Rec are resurrecting the awards after nearly a decade, and seek noms for favorite trees in five categories. They must be in the city or ETJ limits, publicly accessible, and not a previous winner, but other than that, all bets are off! So get familiar with your urban forest and take note of the best of the branches. See "Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s 'Tree of the Year' Winners," July 31, 2020, for a fun history lesson.Nominate through Sept. 30 -
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UT Football
The Horns play UTSA for their third Saturday home game in a row, with plenty of action on and off the field for fans.Sat., Sept. 17, 7pm -
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Volunteer With TCDP
With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.OngoingVarious locations -
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Weekly Charitable Silent Auction at Lone Star Court
Visit Lone Star Court each week in September to participate in their charitable silent auction benefitting Partnerships for Children. Hotel guests and locals are invited to bid on big ticket memorabilia, jewelry, vacation packages, historic artwork and more with winners announced each week.Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 1. Free.
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