08.07.2024

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Guide to Pride: Where to party and see the parade

Three colorful cocktails sit on a table with a Pride flag behind them overlooking Congress Avenue in Austin.

Sip a cocktail while you watch the parade from Stephen F’s Bar and Terrace. | Photo courtesy Stephen F’s Bar and Terrace

It’s time to celebrate Pride in Austin, which we’re lucky to do twice a year.

Austin’s official Pride parade and festival will paint the town rainbow on Saturday, Aug. 10. This year’s theme is “Queer Cabaret” — a celebration of all things glamorous and extravagant.

Following suit, local businesses will host special performances and parties to help Austinites commemorate colorfully.

ATX_Cheer up charlie — You know it’s Cheer Up Charlies when you see that cute little neon face.
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Photo by @nataliecguillot

Thursday, Aug. 8

Cheer Up Charlies will get the party started at 7 p.m. with an 18+ Pride Kickoff Party. Brigitte Bandit, KindKeith, Grace Gardner, Barb, The Past Lives, and DJ DragonnQueen will take the stage.

A Pride party at Esov also begins at 7 p.m., featuring drag performances, DJ sets, rainbow Jell-O shots, and raffle prizes. RSVP here.

Friday, Aug. 9

W Austin will host a reservation-only Pride Drag Night Swim from 5 to 9 p.m. at its WET DECK. Expect live performances by Vylette Ward and Lavender Thug.

Cheer Up Charlies will keep its celebrations going with a “Girls, Gays, and Theys” party starting at 9 p.m. Van Mary and Glitter Cult will perform.

A group of people participating in a Pride parade walking around with banners, balloons, and flags in downtown Austin — Austin’s official Pride parade is in August for several reasons, including a lower chance of rain.
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Photo by siyan li on Unsplash

Saturday, Aug. 10

Austin Pride Foundation’s official festival takes place from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Fiesta Gardens. Grab tickets here, and don’t miss the headliner, Saucy Santana.

The official Pride parade begins at 8 p.m. If you’re seeking an elevated experience, consider Stephen F’s Bar and Terrance, which overlooks the parade’s route on Congress Avenue. Try special cocktails like The Pride Inferno (its proceeds benefit Out Youth) and The Unicorn Sour. Reserve a table by calling 512-721-2021.

Upstairs at Caroline will also have a stellar view of the parade and a specialty cocktail, the Rainbow Ranch Refresher.

Sunday, Aug. 11

End the weekend at El Raval‘s Que Cute! drag show at 6 p.m. Reservations are encouraged.

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Austin has been celebrating Pride in August since...

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Events

Wednesday, Aug. 7

Art From the Streets | Now-Sunday, Sept. 29 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Austin Central Library | Free | Peruse and purchase works of art made by Austin’s unhoused community.
Buzz Kill Comedy | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 9-10:30 p.m. | The Buzz Mill | Free | Hosted by Carlton Wilcoxson and Angelina Martin, this comedy show brings national + local talent together every Wednesday night.

Thursday, Aug. 8

“Native Gardens” | Thursday, Aug. 8-Friday, Aug. 9 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sterling Stage Austin | $29-$45 | See this contemporary, comedic play about a disagreement between neighbors over a property lines.
Treaty Oak Revival | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live | $35-$50 | This band’s music is inspired by Texas with a hint of rock and punk.

Friday, Aug. 9

The “LadyGang” Podcast | Friday, Aug. 9 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $25 | Hosts Keltie Knight, Becca Tobin, and Jac Vanek bring their podcast to the stage in Downtown Austin.
The Gaslight Anthem | Friday, Aug. 9 | 7 p.m. | Stubb’s Bar-B-Q | $43 | See the American rock band perform with special guests Joyce Manor and The Dirty Nil.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Civic

Lisa Davis is officially Austin’s new chief of police after a unanimous vote confirmation during yesterday’s City Council meeting. She’s a US Navy veteran, has been in law enforcement for 30+ years, and is the second woman to lead the Austin Police Department permanently. (Austin-American Statesman)

Environment

The Trail Conservancy’s goats are baaack to snack on invasive plants along Lady Bird Lake. See the herd starting Thursday, Aug. 8 near the Seaholm District or support them through the “Adopt A Goat” program. (KVUE)

Tech

Think you’ve seen a UFO in Austin recently? It was probably one of the 6,000+ tiny satellites launched into the sky through Elon Musk’s Starlink project, which has resulted in an uptick in reports of mysterious lights. (KXAN)

Development

A new mixed-use development will bring 155,000-sqft of new retail, restaurant, and office space to Leander. Plans for Leander Union, 10880 Crystal Falls Pkwy., also include a 40,000-sqft church. Construction will begin by the end of the year. (Austin Business Journal)

Closed

Swimmers who frequent Martin Pool will need to find another place to cool off for the time being. The pool is closed until further notice, thanks to a fallen limb damaging the electrical pole that powers the whole facility.

Olympics

Everything’s bigger in Texas — even the skill level of our athletes. The Paris 2024 Olympics are underway, and Texans have taken home more medals than many countries. Keep up with Team USA and local athletes via KVUE.

Biz

Local farmers market regular Gourmet Texas Pasta is going out of business. Today is the last day of its everything-must-go sale, so pick up what remains of its colorful noodles from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1100 Sam Bass Rd., Ste. #103 + #104, Round Rock.

Sports

College football’s Preseason Coaches Poll is here and the Texas Longhorns landed in the top five. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the SEC with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Wellness

Focused on staying hydrated? Most hydration products contain more sodium than you need. Enter: Native Hydrate’s essential amino acids, branched-chain amino acids, and electrolytes for hydration and health.*

Arts

👏 Round of appaws

Longtime Austin Animal Center pup stars in summer musical

A black and white dog wearing a harness and a leash smiles with his tongue out on stage with a crowd of people on a lawn in the background.

And the crowd goes, “awwww.” | Photo via Austin Animal Center

If you’ve seen the summer musical at Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater, you’ve already fawned over this furry face — but here’s your official introduction to the four-legged performer.

Tajin plays Rufus in “Legally Blonde the Musical,” Zilker Theatre Productions’ play running through Saturday, Aug. 17. He’s an 8-year-old dog who has been waiting three years at Austin Animal Center for a home.

However, his role alongside Elle Woods isn’t the only title he’s held recently: a group of UT Austin students who fostered him gave him the nickname “Longhorn Party Panda” for his lovable personality.

Adoption fees are currently waived at Austin Animal Center, and there are plenty of charismatic pets looking for their next career move, aka a spot in a stable home.

Learn more about them here.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Morgan

From the editor

I’m excited to go to New Orleans for a bachelorette trip this weekend, but I’m bummed to miss this year’s Pride festivities in Austin. If you go, help cure my FOMO and send us some photos.

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