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City
Red River Cultural District announces $529 million inaugural economic impact report
The home to some of Austin’s most iconic venues, the district has generated $2.3 billion in impact in five years.
April 06, 2026 01:10 PM
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Laura Figi
An aerial view of the Austin skyline featuring modern high-rise buildings and the iconic Frost Bank Tower. In the foreground, the Austin Food and Wine Festival is taking place, with large white tents set up on a grassy area near the river. Attendees are scattered across the festival grounds, and the Congress Avenue Bridge is visible, connecting the event site to downtown. The setting is bright and sunny, with the river and surrounding trees adding natural elements to the urban scene.
Events
Welcome to flavor town: a guide to Austin Food & Wine Festival 2024
Austin Food & Wine Festival is coming up and we’re ready to dig in. Let us help you maximize your time at this annual celebration of eats.
October 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Events
Pick your pumpkin at these 8 patches near Austin
Fall is here — kick off the season at a local pumpkin patch.
October 17, 2024
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London Gibson
A live music performance featuring Chris Stapleton and Willie Nelson on stage. Chris Stapleton wears a cowboy hat, holds an electric guitar and points to Willie Nelson. Nelson wears a bandana and plays an acoustic guitar. The stage lighting casts a warm glow over the musicians. The background features vibrant red and orange tones and another band member plays in the background.
Culture
Iconic moments at ACL Fest weekend two
From Willie Nelson’s surprise performances to Dua Lipa wearing burnt orange, let’s relive ACL Fest weekend two together.
October 14, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Culture
“We’re just holding onto each other”: The Tiarras on performing at ACL for the first time
The fourth-generation Austinite Baltierra sisters and “Soy Chingona” musicians have been performing in Austin for more than a decade.
October 8, 2024
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Laura Figi
A festival crowd sits and stands on a grassy field with colorful flags on tall poles surrounding them. The flags have various abstract designs in bright colors, and people are scattered across the area, some in groups and others sitting alone. The scene is lit by late afternoon sunlight.
Culture
5 lessons learned at ACL Fest weekend one
We’re talking dust, totems, crowds, and can’t-miss performances.
October 7, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Culture
How much of Austin have you experienced?
Tally up your Austin experience score based on how many landmarks, music venues, and festivals you have visited since living in the Capital City.
October 2, 2024
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Laura Figi
An aerial nighttime view of the densely packed festival crowd illuminated by vibrant stage lights, surrounded by trees and glowing booths, with city lights visible on the horizon.
Events
Fill out your ACL schedule with City Editor Figi’s recommendations
Plus, you’ll want to find your friendly neighborhood city editors at ACL for a chance to answer some trivia questions and win a friendship bracelet.
October 2, 2024
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Laura Figi
A nighttime festival crowd gathers in front of a large stage with the illuminated Austin skyline in the background. Above the crowd, a vibrant drone light display forms the shape of a tree, while a bright moon-like light hovers to the right.
Events
A complete festival guide to ACL 2024
We don’t mean to sound like a broken record, but ACL 2024 is just around the corner and we’re here to help you enjoy the festival to the fullest.
September 20, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Texas Book Festival reveals 2024 author lineup
Expect big writers like Matthew McConaughey, Malcolm Gladwell, Ernest Cline, and 200+ more to attend the 2024 Texas Book Festival.
September 19, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Switchyards to open second ‘neighborhood work club’ in east Austin, with more on the way
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The team behind Rocco’s Italian opening sushi restaurant
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Trio of new golf hubs coming to the Austin area
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You’ve heard of Groundhog Day — but what about Armadillo Day?
We do things a little differently in the Lone Star State.
January 29, 2026
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London Gibson
An elegant spread of vibrant dishes from Ema restaurant, featuring a variety of colorful plates, including salads, roasted vegetables, and entrees artfully arranged on patterned and decorative tableware. The meal includes fresh bread, appetizers, and cocktails, all displayed on a light wood table.
Food
Ēma will open at Domain NORTHSIDE this weekend
A sister restaurant to Aba, Ēma will be helmed by “Top Chef Duels” winner Chef CJ Jacobson and feature Mediterranean flavors.
January 28, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Read local: Books written by authors from Austin
Don’t forget to treat your shelf by picking up a new read — or two or three — that was written by your neighbor.
January 22, 2026
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Laura Figi
Four colorful cocktails on a wooden table, including a dark purple drink in a tall glass with a pink straw, a clear gin and tonic garnished with lemon, rosemary, and juniper berries, a golden drink with a lemon slice, and a pink cocktail with a salted rim and watermelon garnish.
Food
Meet the 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists from Austin
The 2026 James Beard Award season is upon us, and Austin has nine restaurants + foodies vying for a trophy.
January 21, 2026
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Laura Figi
A vibrant concert stage illuminated with neon blue, pink, and red lights, featuring a futuristic spaceship-inspired design. A large disco ball resembling a planet with rings hangs in the center, surrounded by a backdrop of glowing lines and space-themed visuals. Performers and musicians are on stage, dressed in colorful outfits, engaging with the crowd. Audience members can be seen in the foreground, capturing the moment with their phones. The atmosphere is lively and electrifying.
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70 upcoming concerts in Austin
From pop princesses to chart-topping bands, there’s no shortage of shows to see this year in the Live Music Capital of the World.
January 20, 2026
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Laura Figi