The latest news from the city.
The Capital of Texas QuiltFest runs through Sunday at the Palmer Events Center, with 300 to 400-plus member-made quilts, 30-plus vendors, and $15 admission. Today's hours are 10:00 to 17:00, and a look at the guild's September workshops and meetings.
ACL Fest Nights, presented by American Express, is a new series of intimate evening shows at Austin clubs running alongside the main festival at Zilker Park on October 2-4 and 9-11. The series runs from September 29 to October 5, with a full night-by-night breakdown of artists and venues.
A practical look at this Austin rock and gift shop, including its changing crystal selection, custom wire-wrap service, prices, atmosphere, and hours. The post also notes both the strong customer feedback and one reported negative experience.
A practical review of The County Line on the Lake in Austin, covering its lakeside setting, Texas barbecue specialties, current price range, and recent customer feedback. The post also separates today’s information from an older 2007 review.
Levitation 2026 runs from September 10 to 13 across Austin's Red River Cultural District and East Austin, with 60+ performances including Bikini Kill, American Football and Arlo Parks. Covers venues, ticket tiers, age policies and what to bring.
The Bullock Texas State History Museum's bilingual exhibition "Texas Festivals: Creating Community Through Celebration" runs through September 27, covering 27 festivals with artifacts, mascots and interactives. Includes museum hours, admission prices and parking.
The Paramount Theatre's Summer Classic Film Series, running May 22 to August 30, has moved to the State Theatre while the Paramount undergoes its first major renovation in over 50 years. A look at the two historic Congress Avenue venues and the series' 2026 run.
The Stargaze Theater Festival, put on by the Star Bandit Foundation, runs August 13 to 22 at the Dougherty Arts Center, with five short plays by emerging Austin writers each night on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Tickets are $25 and support local artists.
Tones Fest 2026, the fifth and final edition, runs today from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Asian American Resource Center. It is free to attend and features live music from Zak P, Hexpartner and Francene Rouelle, a makers market, free craft stations and a food truck.
Zilker Theatre Productions' free outdoor production of Singin' in the Rain runs through August 15 at the Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater, with performances Thursday through Sunday at 8:15 PM. A guide to seating, accessibility, and making a night of it with Barton Springs Pool.
