READING: Michael Ondaatje

Hogg Memorial Auditorium 2300 Whitis Ave, Austin, TX 78712, Austin, TX, United States

Award-winning novelist and poet Michael Ondaatje will read from A Year of Last Things, his latest work of poetry released in March 2024. Sponsored by the Harry Ransom Center. Looking […]

Free

Austin’s Art at the Bend Festival

Riverbend Centre for the Arts 4214 N Capital of Texas, Austin, TX, United States

Art at the Bend (AATB) is an annual art weekend at Riverbend celebrating the diverse and inspiring makers that help keep Austin creative. This April, AATB is commandeering the Riverbend […]

Free

2024 Austin Archives Bazaar

Scholz Garten 1607 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, Tx

The Austin Archives Bazaar is a FREE, fun, and engaging event open to the public and appropriate for all ages. The day will feature a DIY cyanotype station, photo booth, […]

Touch the Art Grand Opening

Almost Real Things 820 Shelby Ln #103, Austin, TX, United States

Be the first to experience Touch the Art during our grand opening party where all ages are welcome! Enjoy interactive activities, meet the artists, dance party with live music, and […]

$20 – $30

Love is the Answer

Vuka 5540 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX, United States

This evening's talk offers a special visit with renowned Buddhist teacher and NKT-IKBU Deputy Spiritual Director Gen-la Kelsang Jampa. Gen-la will share Buddhist advice on developing love as a way […]

$25

May the Fourth: The Bark Side

Neighbors Dog Park & Cafe 5609 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, United States

Neighbors presents: May the Fourth: The Bark Side: The force is strong at Neighbors Dog Park and Coffee Shop (5609 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX) we’re celebrating May the Fourth […]

$10

Ballet Austin presents The Sleeping Beauty

The Long Center for the Performing Arts 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with The Sleeping Beauty! Join Ballet Austin May 10th through 12th at the Long Center for four performances of the most memorable classical ballet of all […]

$15 – $125

Greater Austin Book Fest

Austin Central Library 710 W. César Chávez St., Austin, TX, United States

Join us for the inaugural Greater Austin Book Fest at the Central Library! GAB Fest provides a valuable opportunity for authors, illustrators, and readers from Hays, Williamson, and Travis Counties […]

Free

Affordable Art Fair – Austin

Palmer Events Center 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX, United States

Internationally known art event, Affordable Art Fair, will open its doors for the first time in Austin from Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, May 19 at the Palmer Events Center, […]

Free – $50

The Cathedral May Open House ft. PRIDE Exhibit

The Cathedral 2403 East 16th Street, Austin, TX, United States

Join The Cathedral for their May Open House! Kick-off Pride Month with a new exhibit featuring a solo show by Maridad Studio. Vibe to an intimate performance, enjoy complimentary drinks, […]

$15 – $25

Prostapalooza!

Austin Saengerrunde 1607 San Jacinto Rd, Austin, TX

Throw on your lederhosen for Prostapalooza this Saturday. They'll have live music, comedy, bowling, games, and of course beer. Prost!

$22 – $25

Austin Asian American Film Festival

AFS Cinema 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, Texas, United States

Austin American Film Festival celebrates its Sweet Sixteen! It will be 5 days full of new independent films from the Asian and Asian American diaspora. 5-day pass or individual tickets […]