Lucky you. You just found ATXtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events taking place throughout Austin each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to in March. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back — we update our guide monthly.
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Festivals
FoodieLand Food Festival | Friday, March 6-Sunday, March 8 | 1-10 p.m. | Circuit of the Americas | $12 | Come together for food, vendors, small businesses, and passionate eaters.
SXSW Edu | Monday, March 9-Thursday, March 12 | 9 a.m. | Multiple locations | $745 | Educators come together for 300+ sessions from trailblazers in the industry.
SXSW | Thursday, March 12-Wednesday, March 18 | 9 a.m. | Multiple locations | $820+ | You don’t have to have a badge to enjoy all the fun that SXSW brings to town, but it certainly helps to get into hundreds of panels, concerts, and parties.
Rolling Stone Presents: Future of Music 2026 | Thursday, March 12-Saturday, March 14 | Times vary | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $53+ | Lola Young, Fuerza Regida, and BigXThaPlug will be in town for this SXSW mini-festival.
Sips & Sounds Music Festival | Friday, March 13-Saturday, March 14 | 2-10 p.m. | Auditorium Shores | $65+ | Christina Aguilera, Calvin Harris, Major Lazer, Foster the People, and more will take over town in this annual music festival.
Billboard Presents: THE STAGE at SXSW | Friday, March 13-Sunday, March 15 | 7-11 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | $78+ | SXSW badgeholders can get access to shows from Don Toliver, Junior H, and Mau P as part of their credentials on a first-come, first-served basis, but anyone can get tickets.
Rodeo Austin | Friday, March 13-Saturday, March 28 | Rodeo Austin, Luedecke Arena | $37+ | It’s more than just roping and riding at this weeks-long event — attendees can also expect carnival rides, fair food, and live concerts.
Luck Reunion | Tuesday, March 17 + Thursday, March 19 | Times vary | Luck Ranch, Spicewood | Price TBD | Tickets to this annual Americana festival are hard to get for good reason — attendees get to spend a day at Willie Nelson’s famous Luck Ranch and end the night with a performance from the man himself.
Thrift Haven | Saturday, March 21 | 1-7 p.m. | Palmer Events Center | $15+ | Browse clothing from over 100 vendors, fill a bag starting at $10, and shop ‘til you drop at this dream day for fashionistas.
Precision Camera University Weekend | Saturday, March 28-Sunday, March 29 | 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Palmer Events Center | $206 | Hone your skills at this two-day photography experience, workshop, and fair with leading photographers working in the industry.
Sazón Latin Food Festival 2026 | Sunday, March 29 | 12-5 p.m. | Cabana Club | Free | Grab the family and spend the day tasting Latin flavors, listening to music, and celebrating.
Concerts
Gladys Knight | Sunday, March 1 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $50+
Nine Inch Nails: “Peel It Back Tour” | Sunday, March 1 | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $160+
Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Billie Eilish, Bridgerton, and Beyond | Wednesday, March 4 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $35+
The Jayhawks | Thursday, March 5 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $41+
The Band of Heathens and Jamestown Revival | Friday, March 6 | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $37+
Cardi B: “Little Miss Drama Tour” | Friday, March 6 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moody Center | $340+ | Ask yourself, “Am I the Drama?” before you strap in for the drama queen’s performance of her new album.
Pat Metheny: “Side-Eye III+" | Friday, March 6 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $60+
Lady Gaga: The “MAYHEM” Ball | Sunday, March 8-Monday, March 9 | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $343+ | Lady Gaga needs the Monsters in order to throw her “MAYHEM” ball, so step inside one of these two shows for a wild ride.
Subtronics: “Fibonacci” Tour 2026 | Saturday, March 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Germania Insurance Amphitheater | $63+
Miguel: “Caos Tour” | Wednesday, March 18 | 6 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | $58+
A.J. Croce: “Croce Plays Croce” | Saturday, March 21 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $41+
Robert Plant: “Spring Fever 2026" | Saturday, March 21 | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $219+
Puscifer: “The Normal Isn’t Tour” | Tuesday, March 24 | 8 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $47+
Rainbow Kitten Surprise: “bones” North American Tour | Wednesday, March 25 | 6 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | $69+
Third Day: 30th Anniversary Tour | Thursday, March 26-Friday, March 27 | Times vary | The Moody Center | $31+
The Fab Four: “HELP!” A Beatles Tribute | Friday, March 27 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $41+
The Last Dinner Party: “From the Pyre” Tour | Friday, March 27 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $60+
The Neighbourhood Wourld Tour | Saturday, March 28 | 7:30-11 p.m. | The Moody Center | $83+
Ricardo Arjona: “Lo Que El Seco No Dijo” | Sunday, March 29 | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $103+
Journey: “Final Frontier Tour” | Tuesday, March 31 | 7:30-11 p.m. | The Moody Center | $110+ | “Don’t Stop Believin’” that you’ll be able to see this legendary band right at home.
University of Texas Symphony Orchestra + Choirs | Tuesday, March 31 | 8-9 p.m. | The Long Center | $18+
Comedy
“Last Podcast on the Left” | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $40+
Michelle Buteau: “The Surviving and Thriving Tour” | Friday, March 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $40+
Akaash Singh: “Generational Triumph Tour” | Saturday, March 7 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $47
Dropout Improv | Tuesday, March 17 | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $48+ | The folks behind College Humor will have you in stitches during this SXSW performance.
Moontower Comedy Presents: Stephen Lynch | Friday, March 20 | 7 p.m. | The State Theatre | $47
Jim Jeffries: “Son of a Carpenter” | Saturday, March 28 | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $42+
Justin Willman: “One For the Ages Tour” | Saturday, March 28 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $54+
Michael McIntyre: “Hello America!” | Monday, March 30 | 8 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $61+
Theater
“Charlotte’s Web” | Saturday, Feb. 14-Sunday, May 17 | Times vary | The Kleberg at Zach Theater | $31+
Yotam Ottolenghi: “Crowd Pleaser” | Friday, Feb. 27 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $47+ | Live cooking, storytelling, and interactive elements in this event make for a warm and eventful evening.
“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” in Concert | Saturday, Feb. 28 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $45+ | Experience the world of Harry Potter in a new way, featuring a live symphony orchestra.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater | Tuesday, March 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $35+
Robin Frohardt: “Shopping Center of the Universe” | Friday, March 6-Saturday, March 7 | Times vary | McCullough Theatre | $35+ | Lock in for an inventive work of nonfiction, which all stems from living across from a Home Depot parking lot.
“Death Stranding": Strands of Harmony World Tour | Saturday, March 7 | 8 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $59+ | Scenes from this beloved game will come to life on screen while live performers guide you through the battles, joys, and sorrows.
Pete Souza: “Eyewitness to History” | Tuesday, March 10 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $47+ | Hear from former Chief Official White House Photographer about behind-the-scenes moments from his career in high-level politics.
“The Great Gatsby” | Tuesday, March 10-Sunday, March 15 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $48+ | Join in on Gatsby’s famous parties for one night with this Tony Award-winning musical.
“Attack on Titan": Beyond the Walls | Wednesday, March 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $85+ | Relive the epic battles of the Scout Regiment through the live score.
An Evening with The Bulwark: Austin | Thursday, March 19 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $70+
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” | Wednesday, March 25 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $15
“Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical” | Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29 | Times vary | The Whisenhunt at Zach | $19+ | Follow the story of Xochitl, who dreams of becoming a folklórico dancer, and discovers her secret, ancient powers.
“Marie Antoinette: Vampire Queen of Versailles” | Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29 | Times vary | The Long Center for the Performing Arts | $35+ | What if Marie Antoinette was a bloodthirsty creature of the night? This retelling lets your mind wander to a dark reimagining of history.
Active + Sports
2026 ATX Open | Wednesday, Feb. 25-Sunday, March 1 | 9 a.m. | Westwood Country Club | Austin’s premier women’s tennis tournament returns to Westwood Country Club, delivering world-class WTA 250 action right here in Texas — tickets on sale now.
D.C. United vs. Austin FC | Sunday, March 1 | 1:30 p.m. | Q2 Stadium | $60+
NASCAR Cup Series | Sunday, March 1 | 2:30 p.m. | Circuit of the Americas | $62+
LAFC vs. Austin FC | Saturday, March 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Q2 Stadium | $69+
MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas | Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29 | 9 a.m. | Circuit of the Americas | $17+ | Get your adrenaline up at this world-class motorcycle racing competition.
For the Fam
Reel Science: Underland | Wednesday, March 4 + Friday, March 27 | Times vary | The Long Center | $13
Austin National College Fair | Thursday, March 5 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Palmer Events Center | Free | Get the jump start on prepping for college by connecting with participating universities to find the best fit.
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