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New Orleans natives and underground rap superstars $uicideboy$ had hip-hop lovers in a chokehold with their first SoundCloud releases. Their aggressively eerie self-produced beats and fearless exploration of drug culture and self-exodus put them in a niche that’s not often explored even in hip-hop: horrorcore. Though not officially claiming the title, it’s not too far removed from the likes of Tech9; early Tyler, the Creator; or subgenre pioneer Esham. In support of their most recent dance on the dark side, New World Depression, they bring their Grey Day tour to Austin, featuring one of Miami’s finest lyricists, Denzel Curry, as well as underground legend Pouya, HAARPER, Shakewell, and Canadian singer-songwriter Ekkstacy.– Cy White

Inversion Coda’s choral skills meet Beerthoven’s instrumental acumen for Letters to Faith. Composed by Adrienne Inglis, the music centers on actual letters to her aunt Faith as well as “meaningful letters composed by or sent to individual members of the chorus.” There’ll also be music composed by Inversion’s Evan Blache, Benjamin Dia, Marjorie Halloran, and Trevor Shaw. Expect warmth, heart, tears, and warm pastries courtesy of Easy Tiger – oh yeah, and beer by Lazarus Brewing, all included in yer ticket price. No worries if you’re not a fan of the yeasty brews: Wine and non-alcoholic bevvies will also be available. – James Scott

Find your new school fit at this free event featuring not just incredible performances by Miss Trans Texas Vivica Perry, Maxine LaQueene, Simone Jewel Riviera, and Sin Corker, but also stylists, makeup, raffles, and a clothing swap.

Oh, you don’t know Ben Schwartz? False. You do. Maybe you know him as the scene-stealing Jean-Ralphio on Parks and Recreation, where his singsong now lives in my brain as the soundtrack for the word worst (“the woooo-ooorst”). Or maybe you have kids and hear him in every Nineties cartoon reboot possible (DuckTales, TMNT, Sonic the Hedgehog, so on and so forth). Either way, his particular brand of incredulity contrasted with over-the-top outbursts is an absolute delight. Add in a coterie of improv friends that are guaranteed to be at the top of their game – again, this dude is dialed into the comedy scene – and it’s sure to be one entertaining evening. – Cat McCarrey

Look: Either you will be at this taping of comedian Blair Dawson’s 45 minutes of breakup material, or you’ll be square. Them’s the facts. Other facts, straight from Dawson’s event description: “If she doesn’t perform [the material] now, she will move on, fall in love again, have babies, live happily ever after in NYC with a house upstate, and will never ever relate to this material again.” Dawson’s also got a podcast with her papa called It’s Genetic that Vulture called “exceptional” and “noteworthy,” so there’s that. Grab your tickie now, and enjoy opening sets from Ashley Sharma and Carlton Wilcoxson, Angelina Martin’s great hosting skills, and, just in case you missed the last like three weeks of Calendar, Fallout Theater’s in-house bar! – James Scott

OH! Who doesn’t love love? Well, probably folks who have a piece of coal where their heart should be, but even the hardest rock can become a diamond if enough heat’s applied. That’s where Bookstore Romance Day comes in, courtesy of Bookshop.org. This here’s a day “designed to give independent bookstores an opportunity to celebrate Romance fiction.” Check out local celebrations at Reverie Books, BookPeople, and BookWoman where you can get special merch, drinks, photo ops, and deals on those lovey-dovey tomes deserving of our appreciation. Yay for love! Yay for books! Yay for romance! – James Scott

Have the last few months been too much summer, not enough vacation? Ready to pull your hair out? Let your hair down instead at Decompress Fest, Austin’s only LGBTQ+ health fair that local org allgo has been putting on for eight years now. At this resource fair and celebration, connect to local orgs and providers who work with LGBTQ+ Austinites and those who provide holistic care, and make this workaday world just a bit more sorted and peaceful. Get all your holistic care boxes checked at this free community healing event, and be sure to check out the market by Frida Friday, who thoughtfully curate goods by queer and POC vendors. – Kat McNevins

Malibu Imported brings back her Southside drag brunch with a whole new VIP package available, including party favors, champers, and special seating. But you don’t have to go VIP mode to see this performance featuring the wonderful Maxine LaQueene, Felesia, Kiki Divine, and Jeffica Fox.

The third annual birthday celebration/benefit for beloved ATX fixture Jason Austin comes at a precipitous time, as the poster artist and DJ was only recently released from the hospital after battling a virus exacerbated by his multiple sclerosis. Fortunately, the redoubtable Austin has lots of friends with deep roots in our music community. Featuring recently reunited indie rockers Sincola, veteran chaos-gazers Sixteen Deluxe, and the always welcome return of proto-Cherubs/Pong noise rock kings Ed Hall, this is one benefit where you’d be happy to have spent your hard-earned money, even if it didn’t go to such a good cause. – Michael Toland

The Paramount Summer Classic Film Series kicks off its annual tribute to cinema’s master of suspense with the lesser-seen 1934 version of The Man Who Knew Too Much, made before Hitch had decamped for Hollywood. It’s got a terrific Peter Lorre performance (his first English-language role) and a first draft of the climactic Royal Albert Hall assasination. Compare and contrast it with the 1956 version starring Jimmy Stewart and Doris Day, which bookends Hitchcock Week; sandwiched in between are crowd pleasers Notorious, Dial M for Murder, and North by Northwest, plus single-take curio Rope. – Kimberley Jones

This year, the Pan African Film Festival – established in 1992 by three of the most formidable titans of Black cinema: Danny Glover, Ja’Net DuBois of Good Times fame, and executive producer Ayuko Babu – offers a solid lineup. The highly anticipated Luther Vandross documentary, Luther: Never Too Much, makes its Austin debut. Films Following Harry – a doc focused on the then 84-year-old Harry Belafonte building next-gen activists – and A Wu-Tang Experience: Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre – a deep dive into one of hip-hop’s most historic concerts – set the tone for an emotional weekend at the movies. – Cy White

I recently walked into an underwhelming estate sale and thought, “Dang, these people are too young to have good stuff.” Considering the Paramount Theatre building was constructed in 1915, and houses a few ghosts (hi Emily), it’s safe to assume they’ve got the goods. Their first sale since 2018 promises posters, some autographed, as well as guitars, rugs, vases, stools, lighting, table linens, and more from their many, many shows. The main event is free and open to the public on Saturday, 10am to 7pm. VIP tickets grant early access, Friday from 6pm to 9pm, as well as complimentary drinks and parking. Proceeds benefit both the Paramount & State Theatres. – Rachel Rascoe

Carry on, my wayward sons, daughters, and those beyond the binary: It’s a family affair at this Supernatural fan fest, with the immediate Winchester brood holding court as well as extended and chosen family from all throughout the show’s 15-season run. While Padalecki and Ackles’ photo ops have sold out, you can still snag snaps with SPN stars like Misha Collins, Felicia Day, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and DJ Qualls, among many others. You may also attend Collins’ “It Seemed Like A GOOD IDEA at the Time” – perhaps referring to that time he came out as bisexual on X, formerly Twitter, and then instantly took it back? Guess you’ll have to fork over da big bucks to find out, huh. – James Scott

Body slams break the boundary between our world and that of the fae this weekend at Black Faerie Magic, Uncanny Attractions’ latest production within Austin’s largest gay club. They’ll be keeping Austin actually weird via Middle Earth-influenced theming curated by Austin’s very own Tiny Minotaur Tavern as well as a mystical drag performance by the one and only Gothess Jasmine. Matches on deck include tag team throwdown Kill the Noise vs. City Bois and Unchampionship match with JJ Black vs. current belt-holder Brick Savage, among many others. Leave the kids at home, though: This event’s 21+. – James Scott

For my senior English project in high school I created a parody Tiger Beat-style magazine featuring articles on all the heartthrobs of my high school English required reading, Hamlet being one of them. So when I tell you how I screamed upon hearing of this comedy theatre project taking seven iconic Shakespeare characters into a modern-day karaoke bar… Yes, folks, this is “an original one-act comedy featuring classic Shakespeare scenes, modern dialogue, and karaoke music.” Proof that there is nothing new under the sun, and there is nothing more timeless than ol’ Bill Shakespeare. – Kat McNevins