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The 2024 Front Festival will take over iconic venues later this month

Put on by nonprofit Future Front Texas, the festival celebrates women and LGBTQ+ makers in Texas with markets, concerts, screenings, and pool parties.

August 9, 2024 • 
Laura Figi
A large outdoor gathering is shown with people sitting on blankets and low chairs, facing a large projection screen displaying the words "Front Festival." The event takes place at night under tall trees, with the screen and a speaker illuminated by lights. The atmosphere is relaxed and communal, as attendees enjoy the event in a natural, open-air setting.

Get ready for four days of local events celebrating women and LGBTQ+ creatives in Austin and Texas.

Photo by Jinni J via Future Front Texas

Future Front Texas’ third annual music and film fest, Front Festival 2024, is taking over Austin later this month. Ready to celebrate? Get out your calendar.

Opening Night Swim | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 7-10 p.m. | The Line Hotel | Swim around to a DJ set by Hierba Malita and check out installations by local artist Hard Shapes.

Independent Film Showcase | Friday, Aug. 30 | 7-11 p.m. | The Contemporary Austin-Laguna Gloria | Enjoy a community picnic + watch shorts by local women and LGBTQ+ filmmakers.

Independent Music Showcase | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 7-11 p.m. | Cheer Up Charlies | Pop band Pam Reyes, pop-punk band Never, pop-rap artist promqueen, and Latin-pop musician p1nkstar will perform.

Official Daytime Pool (After) Party | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 1-5 p.m. | The LINE Hotel | Close out the festivities with poolside DJ sets from SUPERMCN4STY and Fairy Aries.

Want to attend them all? Weekend passes start at $40, while single tickets cost $10-$15.

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