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ACL Fest marks its 25th anniversary at Zilker Park over two weekends in October 2026. This guide highlights the Austin artists on the bill, from The 4411 and Grocery Bag to Lluvii, and covers the festival's food, family areas, and transportation.
The Austin Independent Book Fair held its third annual, free, all-ages edition on Sunday, September 27, at Radio/East, with readings, a book swap, and local authors. The post covers the fair's format and the venue that hosts it.
The Blanton Museum of Art opens "The European Avant-Garde: From Impressionism to Cubism," a long-term installation of fourteen paintings from the Robertson Foundation running through August 5, 2029. Admission is included with general entry.
Terra Toys is a locally owned Austin toy store with a wide range of classic, handmade, educational, and creative products. This review covers its atmosphere, prices, features, customer feedback, location, and hours.
The 32nd Hairy Man Festival takes over Cat Hollow Park on Saturday, October 17, with a 9:00 AM 5K, live music from noon to 5:00 PM, a sauce contest, a costume contest, and the Hairiest Man contest at 4:30. Admission is free with a suggested donation to the Round Rock Serving Center.
Austin's Big Queer Weekend runs September 24 to 27, with film screenings at Galaxy Theatres, a free music and art showcase at Drinks Backyard on Saturday, and a creative brunch and closing night documentary on Sunday.
The Austin Chinese Culture Festival returns for a free, family-friendly afternoon on Saturday, Sept 26, at the AISD Performing Arts Center, coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Festival. Expect a lion dance, live performances, cultural exhibits, and authentic food.
True Texas BBQ is an in-store smokehouse inside the H-E-B in Austin's historic Hyde Park neighborhood, serving Central Texas-style barbecue at grocery-store prices. The post covers the menu, the store's hours, the history of H-E-B and Hyde Park, and the mixed customer reviews.
A guide to Austin's burger scene, from old-school spots like Casino El Camino and Clark's Oyster Bar to smash burger favorites like Bill's Oyster, JewBoy Burgers and LORO, plus barbecue-inspired patties at Leroy & Lewis.
The Triangle Food and Artisan Market opened on September 13 and now runs every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Triangle Commons Pocket Park, 722 W 45th St. It's free to attend, with 40+ local vendors and live music from noon to 2 PM.
