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McConaughey in a black suit and white shirt stands amid a crowd at a formal event, gazing slightly off-camera. In the foreground, an Oscar statue is visible on the left, indicating the setting is likely an awards ceremony. People in the background appear dressed in formal attire, contributing to the celebratory atmosphere.
Culture
56 facts about Matthew McConaughey for his 56th birthday
Celebrate the local legend by learning dozens of facts about his life.
November 03, 2025 02:00 PM
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Laura Figi
A man holding a blue lightsaber stands inside a life-size Star Wars action figure box that is between two displays with Star Wars collectables.
Culture
Austin is home to Holocron Toy Store — a Star Wars-only retailer
The shop sells vintage Star Wars items and is full of memorabilia celebrating the films.
May 3, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An overhead shot of International Shores with trees and Lady Bird Lake on the right side, conversation stones arranged in formations and an artfully cut lawn on the left.
Travel and Outdoors
Local artist encourages connection through Conversation Stones along the trail
The project by Austinite Diego Miroě-Rivera features 32 stones and is part of TEMPO, the Trail Conservancy’s temporary public art program.
May 1, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Events
How to participate in the first-ever Austin Texas Book Trail
The bookish event takes place across the Austin area this Saturday, April 27. Here’s what to know before you hit the roads.
April 25, 2024
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London Gibson
Krissy Teegerstrom stands in front of her body of work at Yard Dog Gallery, with a few people enjoying the work behind her.
Culture
Artist spotlight: Krissy Teegerstrom says “Suit Yourself”
Teegerstrom’s work is the result of “visions” that have led to her own gallery showcases, selling art to Urban Outfitters, and designing for Phoebe Bridgers’s team.
April 2, 2024
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Laura Figi
A drone shot shows Moody Amphitheater from above, filled with people on lush green grass.
Play
Spring events happening in and around Austin
Check out all the best events happening in and around Austin in this seasonal guide.
April 1, 2024
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London Gibson
To the left, a cake with ombre blue and white layers has an elaborate white chocolate sculpture on top of it, which is stringy and spine-like. To the right, the real sculpture hangs in the lobby of the Blanton Museum, which is lined with ombre blue and white tile on the walls.
Events
The Blanton Bake-Off is back: here’s how to enter your confections
The annual competition allows amateur, professional, and kid bakers to recreate the museum’s artworks in the form of sweets.
March 28, 2024
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London Gibson
In the foreground to the right, a hand holds a mostly empty glass of white wine. In the background, other glasses of wine sit on a table next to a piece of paper with a chart mapping the profile of that wine's elements.
Culture
Learning locally: Our experiences trying some of Austin’s best classes
Follow along as we take advantage of all the educational fun the Capital City has to offer.
March 20, 2024
On a white table, several classes and copper cocktail shakers are seen from above. Also piled on the table are a Taylor Swift-themed menu, a guitar-shaped toothpick, a small charcuterie board, and two friendship bracelets with Taylor Swift songs on them.
Food
Crafting Taylor Swift-themed drinks at Cover 3’s quarterly cocktail class
We built our own “Tim McGraw Mule” and “Lavender Haze” drinks at the north Austin restaurant’s new cocktail making series.
March 20, 2024
Malin the troll against a background of trees, with several children climbing on her.
Travel and Outdoors
Meet Pease Park’s 18-ft Thomas Dambo troll
The new troll, named Malin, is the 129th installation by the artist and sits at the park for all humans and animals alike to enjoy.
March 19, 2024
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Laura Figi
Four dancers pose amid a gothic-inspired set featuring candles and moody lighting.
Events
Ballet Austin to premiere original work, “Stephen Mills’ POE / A Tale of Madness,” this month
Dig into the background of the gothic-inspired production.
March 8, 2024
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London Gibson
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A detailed daytime rendering of Austin's proposed I-35 development, showcasing a vibrant, reimagined urban landscape. In the foreground, a modern, two-story wooden structure features rooftop seating areas filled with people. Behind it, a large grassy park is lined with trees and paths, where people are walking and playing. The highway runs through the center, and adjacent to it, another building is topped with a colorful grid-like structure resembling solar panels. The downtown Austin skyline looms in the background, with tall buildings including the Hilton Garden Inn, adding a mix of green space and urban density. The scene reflects a progressive vision for the city's infrastructure with integrated public spaces and modern architecture.
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