The Drop-In Music Series

The Drop-In Music Series is back on the Long Center Lawn this summer, with free outdoor concerts every Thursday from late May through August 13. It's the Long Center's open-air series, held on the lawn at 701 W. Riverside, and it's built as a free, all-ages, family-friendly evening of live music.

The lineup is local, and the organizers announce the full list of artists in early May, then reveal the specific performers on a weekly basis. That means you'll know who's playing each Thursday as the dates get closer, rather than seeing the whole summer's schedule at once. It's a good way to keep an eye on the local scene over a few months, with a different act taking the stage every week.

Because it's on the lawn, it's a low-pressure way to spend a Thursday evening in the city. It's free, all ages, and family-friendly, so it works as a casual night out with friends or something to bring the kids along to. The series runs from late May through August 13, so there are plenty of Thursdays to choose from throughout the summer.

If you're planning to go, the concerts are at the Long Center Lawn, 701 W. Riverside, Austin, TX 78704. Admission is free.