ABC Kite Fest isn’t just about kites anymore — expect a pet playground, concert for kids, and a VIP club. | Photo courtesy Austin Subaru
We’re not fortune tellers, but we see some celebration in your future.
Austin is well known for its live music festivals, but the Capital City is also home to major events centered on comedy, reading, food, drinks, and more.
In fact, there are so many festivals in ATX that it can be hard to keep track of them all. That’s why we’re keeping details on every local festival taking place in 2025.
Performers like Leila Sunier, Kiki Machine, and Vintage Pictures will perform at Stubb’s Bar-B-Q during Free Week.
Free Week, multiple locations | Now-Saturday, Jan. 4 | Free More than a dozen venues will open their doors and put on performances from local stars, including Retro Cowgirl and The Tiarras.
Paranormal Cirque | Friday, Jan. 3-Monday, Jan. 13 | Times vary | Barton Creek Square | $15+ | Presented by Cirque Italia, this show combines circus, cabaret, and theater.
Saturday, Jan. 4
Tucson Roadrunners vs. Texas Stars | 7 p.m. | HEB Center, Cedar Park | $22+ | Cheer for the local hockey team on Jurassic Night with a pop-up lantern giveaway.
Darci Carlson Band | 9 p.m. | The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co. | Free | Grab food + drinks and listen to the Seattle-based country singer perform.
Sunday, Jan. 5
H-E-B Free First Sunday | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bullock Texas State History Museum | Free | Explore three floors of artifacts, exhibitions, and Texas history at no cost.
Monday, Jan. 6
2024: A Year In Review Trivia | 7-9 p.m. | Punch Bowl Social - The Domain | Free | See how much you remember from the “Wicked” year that gave us Moo Deng, “Cowboy Carter,” and the long-awaited “Beetlejuice” sequel.
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News Notes
News Notes
Announced
Waterloo Records & Video is spinning into a new era — the iconic shop will move to 1105 N. Lamar Blvd. with new ownership. The forthcoming location, located just five blocks away from the current store, will be led by Gold Rush Vinyl CEO Caren Kelleher and Armadillo Records CEO Trey Watson.
Weather
Enjoy the warm weather this weekend. A cold front on Sunday night will bring “the coldest air since last winter” to the Austin area, with below-freezing nights and high temperatures in the 40s. (KXAN)
Number
$2. That’s how much Austin Energy will shave off of customers’ monthly bills this year. The reduced rate results from lower operating costs for the utility in 2024, thanks to the energy market + weather. (KUT)
Transit
The Austin Transit Partnership will host four public meetings this month for locals to learn about how the Austin Light Rail is progressing. Pick a date to join community members who want to hear updates + voice their perspectives.
Feel Good
Finnish YouTuber AuriKatariina, aka the “queen of cleaning,” will visit Texas in January and February to clean the state’s dirtiest homes for free. Submit someone you know for a chance at a transformative cleanup. (KUT)
State
Texans are on the move. The Lone Star State ranked No. 2 on a new list of US states with the highest numbers of one-way U-Haul customers in 2024. The Lone Star State ranked No. 1 from 2021 to 2023 and was dethroned by South Carolina.
Sports
Spurs fans are ringing in 2025 by creating New Year’s resolutions for the team, like improving three-point shooting + road game performance. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Health
Did you hear that? Unlike most hearing aids, the Horizon IX uses dual processors to separate speech from noise, delivering twice the speech clarity and crispness. Experience the ultimate hearing solution.*
The Buy
The Buy
A stylish button down cardigan that can add extra polish to any outfit. Choose your favorite color — we like white and green.
Like many of you, I splashed into Barton Springs Pool on New Year’s Day to celebrate the start of 2025. Don’t forget — admission is free until Saturday, March 15.
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