It’s finally the weekend! Whether you like to kick back by the lake, enjoy an awesome brunch before a local shopping spree, or head to your favorite local venue for a live gig, we do our best to hand pick events that we think will fit your lifestyle.
Friday, August 3rd
Free Cocktails & Cupcakes Artisan Market
6:30 PM | Art for the People
Cupcakes, cocktails and art, oh my! Stop by this free event Friday evening to enjoy complimentary hand-crafted cocktails and Dolce Terra cupcakes as you peruse an artisan market with original pieces from more than eighty Austin artists! Entry into this event is totally free, find all the information you need here.
Drive-in Double Feature: Jurassic Park + Jurassic World
7:55 PM | Blue Starlite Drive-in
Need some Jeff Goldblum one-liners in your life? Of course you do. See this iconic film and its exciting sequel from the comfort of your own car, back-to-back, BYOB for 21+ movie-goers! This show is coming to Blue Starlite Drive-In for one night only – so hurry and grab your tickets before they’re gone!
Saturday, August 4th
Austin’s Birthday Bash
All Day | Republic Square
Happy Birthday Austin! Come wish your favorite city a happy 179th birthday at Republic Square Park, where Austin’s first land auction took place back in 1839! This all-day event is free, open to all ages, pet friendly and will host live music acts, fun family activities, tons of ATX eats, and much more from open to close! The fun kicks off at 9am – see you there!
National Beer Day: Free Beer-Infused Chocolate Tasting
11 AM | Delysia Chocolatier
Chocolate + Beers = Cheers! National Beer Day is this weekend, and in honor of the special occasion, Delysia Chocolatier is hosting a free tasting of their finest, lager-inspired treats. Enjoy a Modelo truffle with spices, spiked cider truffles featuring Austin Eastciders, and more! Raise your glass to chocolate and beer with this fun, free event – no reservations necessary!
5th Annual Austin Rubber Duck Derby
11 AM | Ann Richards Bridge
Start your engines duckies! The 5th Annual Austin Duck Derby will be held this weekend, benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Austin, and will feature food, music and tons of family-friendly activities! $5 ducks are still available for purchase, register yours now for a chance to win fantastic prizes! Even if you don’t plan to race yourself, come support the Boys & Girls Club and see the spectacle of thousands of eco-friendly rubber ducks racing down the river! More information here.
2nd Street District White Linen Block Party
6 PM | W 2nd Street
Grab your best white linen outfit (because obviously, you have multiple) and head out to this ticketed block party, benefitting SAFE and the Austin Food & Wine Alliance, which will feature bites from some of Austin’s favorite restaurants as well as wine pairings and beer from 4th Tap Brewing Co-op, as well as live music from Austin’s favorite soul and R&B musician, Taméca Jones. Pick up a fan right as you walk in to help keep cool, or cool off in the Lyft lounge! Find the full line-up of restaurants and their delicious menus at the link above. See you there!
Sunday, August 5th
Austin Pet Expo
11 AM | Travis County Expo Center
The Austin Pet Expo is a “woofing, chirping and meowing good time for the whole family!” Bring your furry friends for some delicious treats and “spa treatments” from local groomers. Moms and Dads can learn pet-care tips from top Austin trainers and animal welfare organizations. Other activities include an agility demonstration, pet talent and costume shows, and an exciting pet/owner look-alike contest, plus adorable and adoptable animals showcased by area non-profit rescue groups! Best of all, admission to this event is totally free!
Landmarks Tour feat. Art from the Met
10 AM | Bass Concert Hall
NYC is coming to Austin this weekend at Bass Concert Hall with Landmarks’ tour of art on loan from the famous Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The collection, which features “striking examples of postwar and contemporary sculpture from influential artists,” is completely free, open to all ages, and sure to dazzle. More info here.
Austin Yoga Meet-Up
11 AM | Travis County Expo Center
Join BFree Yoga under the Oaks at Barton Springs Pool for an all-levels flow benefitting Bliss Kid Yoga. All guests will receive gifts from BFree, and the chance to win a yogi prize bundle! BYO mat, tickets are just $25.
Free Jackie Venson Performance
1:45 PM | Waterloo Records
Get your brunch to-go (24 Diner’s right next door) and come spend your Sunday afternoon with the incredible Jackie Venson at her FREE performance at Waterloo Records on North Lamar! Jackie’s an Austin native and KGSR favorite, and we know she’ll tear it up at this special, intimate performance that’s sure to be a packed house!
