No caption needed for this feeling. | Photo by Evan Sanders and Kansas City Chiefs
Super Bowl LIX is rapidly approaching, and just because a Texas team won’t be in the Caesars Superdome doesn’t mean we’re missing out on Lone Star State representation.
Cheer on these 14 Texas athletes taking to the gridiron, including four athletes with Austin-area ties. Plus, don’t miss the halftime show by Kendrick Lamar — who has appeared on an episode of “Austin City Limits” — and SZA.
Kansas City Chiefs
Keep an eye out for Xavier Worthy (#1) and Samaje Perine (#34) on game day.
Samaje Perine | Running back
Perine started for three seasons at Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville before joining the NFL in 2019.
Charles Omenihu | Defensive end
Omenihu graduated from Rowlett High School in Garland prior to playing for the University of Texas in Austin.
Xavier Worthy | Wide receiver
Originally from California, Worthy joined the Texas Longhorns in 2021 and was picked up by the Chiefs in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft.
Philadelphia Eagles
Morotoluwa Ojomo | Defensive tackle
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Ojomo graduated from Katy High School before playing for the University of Texas.
My Neon Valentine | Now-Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | Swim Club | Cost of purchase | Sip libations like the “Heart of Gold” and “Soured By Love” at this themed pop-up bar.
“She Was Here” | Now-Sunday, Feb. 9 | Times vary | Austin Playhouse | $36+ | This new play follows a mother and daughter who discover a hidden box in their Austin home during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Chaotic Singles Party | 8-11 p.m. | Holey Moley Golf Club | $11+ | This viral event for singles will pop up in the Capital City for a Valentine’s Day-themed party — all you have to do is bring the chaos.
Saturday, Feb. 8
Second Saturday | 1-6 p.m. | Good Dad Studios | Cost of purchase | Shop from 100+ artists and makers in their natural habitat.
Shakey Graves Day | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $20+ | Fans of the local musician and actor are in for a treat at this concert and film screening.
Sunday, Feb. 9
Yoga & Sound Bowls | 9:15-10:15 a.m. | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | $15 | This practice includes 40 minutes of yoga + 20 minutes of Tibetan and quartz singing bowls and chimes.
Bootscootin’ Brunch | 12-3 p.m. | Central Machine Works | Cost of purchase | Dust off your cowboy boots and head to the local brewery for a free line dancing class + brunch and drink specials.
Friday, Feb. 14
Sweet Honey in the Rock | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $29+ | A cappella and theatre combine with this quartet of singers.
Yelp’s Elite Squad is the place for local movers and shakers. | Photos provided by Yelp
Meet your new favorite club.
If you love food, Austin, and meeting people who also love both, get to know Yelp’s Elite Squad.
As a member, you’ll be invited to special events, get to know more Austin businesses, and have a genuinely good time with other Elites who write “chef’s kiss” reviews.
$27.5 million. That’s how much of a cash infusion UT received from its first year in the SEC. The conference distributed $808.4 million to its 16 members, which each received $52.5 million, except newcomers Texas and Oklahoma. (CBS)
Biz
Real estate company Realtor.com is moving its headquarters from California to the Capital City. The company, which already has an office in east Austin with ~400 employees, said it plans to add hundreds of jobs to the area in the future. (Austin Business Journal)
Announced
Font, Good Looks, and Superfónicos are all slated to perform at the 43rd annual Austin Music Awards on Sunday, March 2 at Antone’s Nightclub. Tickets to celebrate with the local musicians are on sale now, starting at $20.
Arts
Online entertainment company Rooster Teeth, which closed down after 20 years about a year ago, is making a resurgence. Burnie Burns, one of the original founders, acquired the Austin-based brand’s assets through his company Box Canyon Productions with plans to relaunch. (Austin Business Journal)
Theater
Bet your bottom dollar that Broadway in Austin tickets for “Annie” go on sale today. The show runs Friday, May 2-Sunday, May 4 at Bass Concert Hall and tickets start at $35.
Development
The city of Kyle, 20 minutes south of Austin, is working on a plan to create the fifth-largest skate park in Texas. The 28,000-34,000 sqft park would cost $3.4 million and be all-wheels, meaning it would be open to skateboarders, cyclists, skaters, scooter riders, wheelchair users, and any other wheels. (KVUE)
List
Single and looking to meet one of Austin’s most eligible bachelors or bachelorettes? Folks like former model Salicia Kol, Austin Food Magazine editor Hayden Walker, and Glen Powell lookalike contest winner Max Braunstein are looking for love. Meet them at the Singles in the City 2025 party. (Austin Monthly)
Answered
When did Austin’s first known sushi restaurant open? DK Sushi & Seoul Korean opened in 1993, and 63% of our readers guessed that correctly. If you were one of them, get yourself some sushi to celebrate.
Sports
Another former New England Patriot — Cole Popovich — is joining the Texans. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Houston Texans with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Job
Ready to connect with the best local talent in 2025? We created our community job board just for you. Give it a try + post your first listing for free.
Try This
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Instead of dinner and a movie, we’re shaking things up this year. Austinites can spend quality time together — and make long-lasting memories — at a Deep Eddy experience. Explore experiences and surprise the special person in your life with this one-of-a-kind gift.*
Finance
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Shop
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Entertainment
🎀 Come on Barbie, let’s go party
Grab the Barbie or Ken in your life to paint the town pink at this pop-up experience. | Photos courtesy Malibu Barbie Cafe
Inspired by 1970s Malibu beaches and Barbara Millicent Roberts herself, the all-ages experience will pop up from Friday, April 4 through Sunday, June 15 at Wanderlust Wine Co. Downtown.
The traveling cafe — which has also visited New York, Miami, Chicago, and Houston — has more than two months’ worth of fun in store. Here’s what to expect.
A fast-casual menu — complete with desserts and drinks — created by “Master Chef” finalist and “Chopped” champion chef Becky Brown
Interactive activities and photo opportunities, like a life-size Barbie box
Exclusive merch including T-shirts, mugs, and dolls
Themed events like 21+ skate nights, paint parties, and cupcake decorating classes
Tickets start at $25 each and go on sale Monday, Feb. 17 — get on the waitlist.
The Buy
The Buy
A corner bathroom counter organizer. Elegant and functional, its three tiers are perfect for housing toiletries and cosmetics while saving precious bathroom counter space.
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