February may be the shortest month of the year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pack your calendar with just as many fun local events.
In the mood for some great music? Trying to find your signature style? Feeling hungry for new cuisines? We’ve got just what you need.
Music
Bob Schneider & the Moonlight Orchestra | Sat., Feb. 12-Sun., Feb. 13 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live | $25+ | Spend a romantic Valentine evening with melodic music featuring the Tosca Strings.
Gladys Knight | Tues., Feb. 22 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $35+ | You’ll feel the “Love Overboard” as the seven-time Grammy-winning artist performs her greatest hits.
Food
Austin Oyster Festival | Sat., Feb. 26 | 12-6 p.m. | Republic Square | $75+ | On the half-shell, fried, grills, roasted: munch on oysters prepared in “nearly every way imaginable” while listening to music + participating in raffles. 🦪
Theater
A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Fri., Feb. 11-Sun., Feb 13 | 8 p.m. | The Long Center for the Performing Arts | $24+ | Director Stephen Mills presents Shakespeare’s tale in a playful ballet that’s perfect for all ages.
Tootsie | Tues., Feb. 22-Sun., Feb. 27 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $35+ | This hilarious musical depicts an actor’s effort to deliver on the role of his lifetime.
Sports
Texas Women’s Basketball vs. Iowa State | Wed., Feb. 16 | 7 p.m. | Frank Irwin Center | $22+ | Come cheer on the No. 9 ranked Longhorns. 🏀
Austin FC vs. FC Cincinnati | Sat., Feb. 26 | 5 p.m. | Q2 Stadium | $41+ | Don’t miss the exciting season opener for Austin’s only major league sports team. ⚽️
Shopping
Shagadelic Handcrafted & Vintage Market | Sun., Feb. 20 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Shag Salon | Free | Get groovy at this pop-up market with your favorite local artisans + vintage collectors.
Kids
Disney Princess - The Concert | Sun., Feb. 6 | 2 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $52+ | Dress up in your best royal attire for an unforgettable evening with Disney’s beloved princesses. 👑
