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Arts
Step into a magical fairyland at Zilker Botanical Garden
Austinites can live out their enchanted fantasies at Woodland Faerie Trail this summer.
June 21, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Theatre
5 plays to see this summer at Austin theaters
Sit back and enjoy the show.
June 19, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Wellness
21 places to find the best barbershops, hair, and nail salons in Austin
Whether you’re looking for a new cut, color, beard trim, or nail set to rock, we’ve found places all over town to help you feel like your best self.
June 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Snag tickets to see “The Lehman Trilogy” at ZACH Theatre
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Arts
How Vinca USA is keeping Austin’s jewelry weird
We spoke with local jewelry designer and boutique owner Amanda Dimova of Vinca, who has been selling her accessories “for weirdos” for almost 20 years.
May 24, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Step inside the art of Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet at this immersive experience
“Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience” and “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience,” will be on display through summer.
May 21, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Live
Summer events happening around Austin
Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer.
May 20, 2024
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STAFF
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Events
Action: Paramount Theatre’s 50th annual Summer Classic Film Series will feature 120+ films
The historic venue’s beloved tradition began in 1975 — and it’s back in action from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024.
May 17, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Music
Just dropped: The Drop-In’s 2024 free summer concert series lineup
Get amped — the shows go down every Thursday from May 23 to Aug. 15 (except July 4) at Austin’s Long Center.
May 15, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Arts
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum to reveal expansion plan
Event-goers will take a first look at the art institution’s future.
May 14, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Big state, big screen: 7 questions with Chase Musslewhite and Grant Wood of Media for Texas
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Oh, the places you’ll go: Famous alumni from local universities
The tassel was worth the hassle — these local universities have impressive alumni rosters.
May 8, 2025
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A group of eight people, including Mayor Kirk Watson, stands outdoors on a sunny day, holding an oversized ceremonial check for $8.4 million made out to “Austin’s Parks” from the Austin City Limits Music Festival and C3 Presents. The check is dated May 7, 2025. One person is dressed in a colorful hummingbird costume, and the group is posed on a paved path in a park-like setting with grass, trees, and utility poles in the background.
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ACL Festival debuts $8.4 million in funding for Austin Parks Foundation
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May 7, 2025
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Must-try experiences in Austin, according to small biz owners
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May 6, 2025
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Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, and Doja Cat will headline the 2025 ACL Festival
Plus, look forward to performances from Luke Combs, John Summit, The Strokes, and Doechii at this year’s festival.
May 6, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Exclusive: Switchyards will open first ‘neighborhood work club’ in Austin
The coveted workspace will release 250 memberships for its inaugural Austin location, opening early this summer.
May 6, 2025
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Treat mom with these eats + experiences in ATX on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 11, and we’re ready to celebrate all the mother figures who call Austin home.
May 5, 2025
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Laura Figi
A colorful hat customization shop features wooden walls lined with decorative accessories and materials. On the left, large spools of ribbon in various colors—ranging from mustard yellow to deep red and muted brown—are mounted on a wall rack. Below them, patterned scarves hang neatly. A vintage-style white glass wall sconce lights the workspace. In the center, a shelf displays lace, fabric bands, and beaded hatbands hanging from black hooks, with small signs reading “Build a Hat” and showing hat style options. To the right, wide-brimmed hats in neutral and pastel tones sit stacked on circular shelves, with more hats and small accessories arranged on a display table in front of a mirror. Decorative elements like dried flowers, feathers, and ornate frames add to the boutique’s eclectic and rustic charm.
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Top off your weekend at The Hat and Floral Bar
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