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AUSTIN NEWS
November
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Torchy's Tacos Offers Exclusive Holiday Gift Card
The card grants its cardholder one free full order of award-winning Green Chile Queso alongside in-store purchase until December 31st, 2024.
AUSTIN NEWS
November
7
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New Exhibition Brings Visitors Face to Face with Sharks
The exhibition reveals surprising facts about one of the ocean's most magnificent and misunderstood species.
AUSTIN NEWS
October
30
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Besame Mucho Festival Comes to Circuit of The Americas
The inaugural lineup features Los Tigres del Norte, Banda MS, Grupo Frontera, Caifanes, Bronco, Gloria Trevi, and many more.
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Austin to Host Formula 1 United States Grand Prix
Circuit of The Americas hosts Formula 1, MotoGP, IndyCar, and top entertainment at the largest permanent outdoor amphitheater in Central Texas
AUSTIN NEWS
October
23
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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Reveals Music Lineup
Austin's premier seasonal art and music festival promises an unforgettable holiday experience and robust live music lineup
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October Is Texas Wine Month
Area wineries offer newly released wines, demonstrations, tours, and pairings as well as live music and a chance to meet local winemakers.
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Austin Film Festival & Conference
This annual event features films and panels with the intent of furthering the craft and business of filmmakers and screenwriters.
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Oktoberfest Fredericksburg Takes Place This Weekend
Presented by Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance, the event features exhibitions, dancing, German foods, oompah, polka, and waltzing.
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ACL Music Festival Brings Top Artists Two Weekends
This outdoor music festival features a variety of bands as well as food and art from local vendors.
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Johnny Cash—The Official Concert Experience
Texas Performing Arts presents this multi-media celebration bringing songs and stories from the Man in Black
to Bass Concert Hall.
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Trey Kennedy Grow Up Tour Coming to Bass Concert Hall
Following the momentum from his debut comedy special, Kennedy will be bringing all-new material to Austin and Bass Concert Hall.
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Austin Record Convention Returns to Palmer Events Center
This largest sale of recorded music in the USA features over 300 dealers from all over the U.S.A. and Europe.
AUSTIN NEWS
August
28
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Samaritan Cup Golf Classic at River Place Country Club
Every swing, every putt, adds up to supporting the mission of lending a helping hand to those who need it most.
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Gillespie County Fair, Texas' Oldest Continuous County Fair
The annual event features four days of events including bull riding, horse racing, carnival, midway, food, exhibits, and more old-fashioned fun.
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Henry Invisible Premieres Disco Funk Dance Music Saves
Austin-based solo performer and skilled producer Henry Invisible (Henry Roland) premieres his brand new groovy, mood-boosting single.
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Bat Fest Celebrates World's Largest Urban Bat Colony
Each evening during the summer months, approximately 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats fly out from under the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge.
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City-Wide Vintage Sale
Austin's city-wide vintage paradise, currently hosted at Palmer Event Center, has served generations of treasure hunters over four decades.
AUSTIN NEWS
July
31
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Texas Performing Arts Presents Ali Wong Live
The comedian will perform at Bass Concert Hall as part of her all-new live stand-up tour for one night only.
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SXSW Registration Opens August 1, 2023
Thought-provoking thinkers, artists, and creative professionals gather to discover and showcase developments in technology and culture.
AUSTIN NEWS
July
11
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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Announces Dates
Austin's popular holiday shopping spree expands by two days for more shopping of the curated selection of over 200 artisans and makers.
AUSTIN NEWS
July
10
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Swan Songs Serenade Benefit and Gala Returns
The Austin-based music nonprofit will host an endearing evening with a cocktail reception, seated dinner, live music, plus live and silent auctions.
AUSTIN NEWS
July
5
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Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival Announces Dates
This beloved fall celebration returns for its third and final year taking place over six uniquely-themed weekends.
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POP Cats Tour Coming to Palmer Events Center in August
This new adventure features a thrilling evolution feline experience loaded with fun activities and an immersive feline-inspired world.
AUSTIN NEWS
June
19
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Horseshoe Bay Resort to Host Beer by the Bay Music Festival
Golf Goes Country
when stars Easton Corbin and Eli Young Band headline the annual event.
AUSTIN NEWS
May
17
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Texas Restaurant Awards Highlight Industry's Brightest Stars
Nominations have been announced, and winners represent the best of Texas' restaurant owners and operators.
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Kerrville Folk Festival to Celebrate Artistic Songwriting
Upcoming activities include concerts, guitar classes, craft beer tastings, canoe trips, vendor shopping, impromptu jam sessions, and more.
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Lavender Farms and Market at Blanco Lavender Festival
Enjoy live music, speakers' pavilion, beer and wine tent, and outdoor activities in beautiful lavender blooming season.
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Equipment Room Brings Hi-Fi Vinyl Sanctuary to Austin
This new high-fidelity vinyl bar tucked away off South Congress on Music Lane is a nostalgic love letter to intentionality.
AUSTIN NEWS
May
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation Introduces Texas Wild
This album featuring well-known Texas musicians and rising stars is as untamed as Texas and supports Texas' Wild Things and Wild Places.
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Pecan Street Festival Takes Place This Weekend
An Austin tradition for more than 30 years, the free two-day juried arts show attracts over 300,000 people per event.
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Fusebox Festival to Feature 5 Days of Live Performances
A wide variety of artists will be working across a spectrum of forms including film, theater, dance, visual art, literature, and music.
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Old Settler's Music Festival Highlights Americana Music
Peruse works from national craftspeople, enjoy craft beer, and bring your own instruments for late night jam sessions around the fire.
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Paramount Theatre to Host Moontower Comedy Festival
This entertaining celebration of comedic talent brings a host of funny, witty, and creatively-odd comics to Austin, Texas.
AUSTIN NEWS
April
3
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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Announces 2023 Dates
This vibrant and immersive fine art and music festival has been a cherished Austin tradition for nearly five decades.
AUSTIN NEWS
March
7
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Old Settler's Music Festival Announces Online Auction
This legendary Americana/roots music fest goes live with their online auction taking place during SXSW.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
27
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The Thorn Brings Its Encounter With Jesus to 10 Cities
Described as cirque meets the passion of Jesus, this powerful stage drama tours the country and hits theaters nationwide.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
27
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Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox Announce New Partnership
Fusebox to move to year-round programming with a series of adventurous live performances, and the festival will be biennial after Spring 2024.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
13
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Camp Fimfo Launches Fimfo Adventures at Hill Country Resort
Fimfo Adventures is available to both guests and non-guests seeking an adrenaline-filled rush.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
10
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Texas Performing Arts Presents Ludovico Einaudi
The most streamed classical artist of all time, Einaudi takes the stage at the Bass Concert Hall for one night only.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
3
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Fundraising Campaign Launched for Texas State Parks
A $1 million match offered by Texas foundations for upcoming projects will help parks thrive and delight visitors for generations to come.
AUSTIN NEWS
February
2
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Greater Austin Music Census 2022 Results Released
Austin, Texas, is providing the region with valuable directional data since the first inaugural survey in 2014.
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Hill Country Wineries Host Tastings and Self-Guided Tours
Area wineries offer newly released wines, demonstrations, tours, and pairings as well as live music and a chance to meet local winemakers.
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Over 100,000 Spectators Expected at Austin Marathon
Participants race on open roads along unique neighborhoods and iconic landmarks including the Texas State Capitol on historic Congress Avenue.
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SXSW Offers Music, Film, and Emerging Technologies
New media presentations, music showcases, and film screenings provide exposure for creators and entertainment for audiences.
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Athletes Compete for Title of Champion at Rodeo Austin
With a rich history of preserving western heritage, the family-friendly event features a rodeo, livestock show, live music, carnival, and more.
AUSTIN NEWS
January
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2023 CMT Music Awards to Air Live From Moody Center
Country's only entirely fan-voted awards, will air Sunday, April 2, 2023 LIVE from the Moody Center for the first time ever.
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3M Half Marathon to Take Place in Late January
This point-to-point course is one of the fastest 13.1-mile courses in the country and attracts more than 7,500 runners annually.
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