August 2026 End-of-Summer Events in Cedar Park

As August rolls in, the end-of-summer season brings a solid lineup of live music and outdoor events to Austin’s northern suburbs. If you are looking to catch some great concerts in Cedar Park this month, Haute Spot at 1501 East New Hope Drive is serving as a central hub with a packed outdoor schedule. The lineup kicks off early in the month with country artist Kolby Cooper on Friday, August 7, followed by Common Kings with support from AUDIC EMPIRE on Saturday, August 8. Wrapping up that first weekend, Gipsy Kings ft. Tonino Baliardo bring their classic blend of rumba and flamenco to the venue stage on Sunday, August 9.

The music continues throughout August at Haute Spot with a variety of genres. Nostalgia takes over on Friday, August 14, with the Mixtape Time Machine 80's Night. Texas country fans can catch the Josh Abbott Band on Friday, August 21, while Michael Salgado takes the stage on Saturday, August 22. To round out the final weekend of the month, the Logan Ryan Band plays on Friday, August 28, followed by the Fleetwood Mac tribute band Dreams on Saturday, August 29. Most evening shows at the venue run from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the late summer breezes.

Beyond the Haute Spot calendar, Cedar Park offers several other outdoor and community gathering spaces to check out during August. You can stop by the Texas Farmers Market at Bell or catch outdoor gatherings at The Bell District Backyard Session. Local spots like the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, Spare Birdie, and Dog Haus and Biergarten also provide regular hangouts as the summer winds down.

If you are venturing into central Austin before the season ends, the broader metro area has a few ongoing traditions running through August. You can catch the free Drop-In Summer Concert Series at the Long Center, check out the Paramount Summer Classic Film Series, or watch the free performances of Singin' in the Rain at the Zilker Summer Musical from Thursday through Sunday. For sports and major entertainment, PBR Team Series - Gambler Days hits the Moody Center, while the Austin Pride Parade & Festival takes place at Fiesta Gardens and the aGLIFF Prism Film Festival hosts screenings at Galaxy Theatres.