Top 10 July Events

Final FIFA World Cup Watch Party
Circuit of the Americas
July 15th, 2018 | 8:00 AM

Watch the World Cup Finals at Circuit of the Americas Austin for free! The event, sponsored by Coca-Cola, takes place on July 15th. Come on out to the Biggest world cup watch party in Texas! Doors open at 8:00 a.m. and the game begins at 10:00a.m. The event is free, with complimentary parking, tailgates welcome. The event will have plenty of pick-up soccer games, special guests, prizes and refreshments for purchase. Don’t miss the final game, watch it on two huge screens with friends and family at Circuit of The Americas.

Trailer Food Tuesdays
The Long Center
June 9^th , 2018 | 9:00 AM

Austin invented food trucks (prove us wrong), so it’s only fair that Austin’s top community gathering place hosts the finest selection of trailer food in Central Texas. Sample new trailers every month while enjoying live music, craft beer, and our beautiful view of the city. Trailer Food Tuesdays is from 5pm – 9pm and is co-produced with Food Trailers Austin, The Peached Tortilla, and Trailer Food Diaries.

Blues on The Green
Zilker Park
July 18th, 2018 | 8:00 PM 

This July, come out to Zilker Park for a free concert from favorite local band Wild Child. Bring a blanket and enjoy this fun, live show with friends and family of all ages.
Zilker Park, July 18th at 7:00 P.M.

Chocolate and Art Show Austin
Austin Fair Market
July 20th-21st, 2018 | 8:00 PM-2:00 AM

Who doesn’t love supporting a good cause, free face painting, and free chocolate? Come out to Chocolate and Art Show Austin, and support a great cause. The event supports Artists for Trauma, a charity that pairs military and civilian trauma survivors with a local artist from a different creative discipline. Come out and support local artists, and see art on different mediums, too. (Painting, creations, photography, etc.)
The event is 21+

Texanische Nacht
Saengerrunde Hall
July 21st, 2018 | 7:00 PM–11:00 PM

Grab your boots and lederhosen! We’re celebrating the cultures that shaped Central Texas! Cornell Hurd Band will get you dancing with a combination of western swing, classic country, boogie-woogie, and a bit of rock ‘n roll! Plus, we are opening the bowling lanes all night!

Float Fest
Cool River Ranch
July 21st-22nd, 2018

Spend a day in San Marcos, floating the river and enjoying one of the most unique music festivals in Texas. Headliners include major acts such as Tame Impala, Snoop Dogg, Bassnectar and more.

The Wine Down
3TEN Austin City Limits Live 
July 25th, 2018 | 5:15 PM 

Austin City Limits Live’s annual series returns this year, at ACL Live’s sister venue, 3TEN. This free event showcases the best of authentic Austin – local bands, bites, pop-up shops and… you guessed it, vino.

Hot Summer Nights
Red River Cultural District 
July 26th-29th, 2018 

  This summer, 20 venues throughout the Red River Cultural District will host four days of free live music, alongside local food and vendors. Local acts like Golden Dawn Arkestra, Emily Wolfe, Moving Panoramas, Ringo Deathstarr and more will take over stages in celebration of summer in the Live Music Capital of the World®. 

Lady Bird Day
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
July 28th | 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

 The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is celebrating founder and former first lady’s birthday by having a free celebration for people of all ages at the center. Enjoy screenings of Lady Bird movies, a guided tour of the famous garden, outdoor games and discovery carts in the family center, and more! Come out to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center on July 28th from 9:00 to 5:00 to enjoy. All ages and guests are welcome to join the fun.

Zilker Summer Musical 2018: All Shook Up
Zilker Hillside Theater
Every Thursday – Saturday in July | 8:15pm

This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Zilker Summer Musical Series, so what better way to celebrate than with a musical that takes us back to the 1950’s, the time when it all started? This year’s musical All Shook Up features 24 hits from Elvis Presley, and a 1950’s twist on Shakespeare’s play Twelfth Night. The event and show are absolutely free, so pack up a picnic blanket and head to Zilker Hillside Theater every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in July at 8:15 p.m.

Top 10 June Events

Maudie’s Midnight Margarita Run and Festival
Seaholm District
June 7th, 2018 | 7:00-11:00 PM 

This lively, nightime event is a fundraiser to celebrate the The Trail Foundation’s 15th Anniversary. Participants may choose to walk or run the 5K and runners over the age of 21 may have a celebratory margarita at the race’s finish line. The event is followed by a party, with an Outdoor Voices pop-up shop, a Maudie’s dinner with Margaritas, dancing, a photo booth and music. Tickets are available for the run and after-party separately, or you may purchase a ticket that includes both. All ages are welcome and invited to participate!

Bubblepalooza
The Long Center
June 9^th , 2018 | 9:00 AM

The Spring 2018 Pecan Street Festival is celebrating its 41st year! This event is one of the largest, and longest-running, arts, crafts and music festivals in the nation. Since 2006, the Pecan Street Festival has been presented by Pecan Street Association and produced by Special Events Live bi-annually.
The Pecan Street Association was founded to preserve the Sixth Street Historic District. In 1977 when the downtown area was scarcely populated with abandoned buildings, this organization was instrumental in reclaiming the space and beginning renovations. All proceeds from the festival are used for the Historic District’s beautification, education and promotional activities, as well as for supporting the community through financial contributions given to charities that serve the Austin region.

Blues on The Green
Zilker Park
June 13th, 2018 | 8:00 PM 

Pack a blanket and the family and make your way to Zilker Park for this summertime tradition. Held monthly from May to August, Austin’s largest free concert series will welcome performances by top local bands. 

Jaws on The Water
Volente Beach Resort
June 16th, 2018 | 6:00-11:00 PM

On a warm, Texas Saturday night, float on an inner tube and float on the waters of Lake Travis while watching the classic movie JAWS on the big screen. The event includes a souvenir inner tube, admission to the water park and all rides and amenities from 6:00 p.m. until showtime (around 8:45), and a firework show. This venue has food and drinks available, and the event is family-friendly and will provide life jackets for any age upon request.

Juneteenth Parade and Celebration
B.D.H.S Center
June 16th, 2018 | 10:30 AM 

Juneteenth, also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day,” is the oldest known African American celebration commemorating the end of slavery. This annual event features a 2K walk/run, parade floats and entertainment and celebration at Rosewood Park.

Fun Stop 5K and Festival
Riverside Drive in front of the Long Center
June 23rd, 2018 | 4PM to 9PM 

Formerly known as the Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K, Fun Stop 5K and Fest is back and bigger than ever. This event for people of all ages includes a festival with music and entertainment, food and drink, a costume contest, fun activities, and more. The 5K is one that will have plenty of fun stops along the way, including a donut stop, a puppy-kissing stop, a foam pit and many more. Nicknamed “the slowest race ever”, this 5K is unlike most others. Grab your costume and attend with family and friends for a crazy Saturday.

Fit Foodie Festival
Mueller Lake Park
June 23rd, 2018 | 8:00AM 

The Fit Foodie Festival & 5K celebrates the balance of a delicious, healthy and active lifestyle as runners eat their way to the finish line with bites at every mile, then celebrate at the post-run Food and Fitness Festival. Inside the Food and Fitness Festival, runners are rewarded for making healthy choices with tastes from local restaurants, beer and wine gardens, mini-workout classes, cooking demonstrations, and more.

Austin Ice Cream Festival
Austin’s Fiesta Gardens
June 23rd, 2018 | 10:00AM to 3:00 PM 

  The Austin Ice Cream Festival is a festival fun for ice-cream lovers of all ages. From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. enjoy up to 20 frozen treat samples, participate in fun contests and activities while enjoying entertainment. There will be savory food trucks on site as well, if you’d like a break from the sweets. All ages are welcome. After Dark is from 6-10. This event includes all of the fun from earlier with boozy treats, cocktails, and lots of local music.

Domain Concert Series 
The Domain
Every Friday and Saturday | Fridays at 6:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00 PM 

 The Domain is putting on a series of free concerts of great local music for Summer. Starting June 2nd, catch different artists spicing up the Domain’s fun outdoor environment. All ages are welcome, some shows will have games and prizes available too. The Domain also offers dining and shopping, if you’d like to go before the show! Bring the whole family out for the fun!

Austin Symphony Concerts in The Park
The Long Center
May 3rd – August 8th, 2018 | 7:30PM

Now in its 16th season, the Austin Symphony Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park are held in front of the Long Center on Sundays throughout the summer at 7:30 p.m. Concert styles include strings, woodwinds, big band and brass.