We’ve heard this “bada** tuna salad” is alright, alright, alright — though the ingredients may surprise you. You’ll need tuna, mayo, lemon, vinegar, wasabi, agave nectar, pickles, crispy jalapeños, apple, red onion, green peas, and corn to achieve this local A-lister‘s snack. Food for thought: does it pair well with his tequila?
Vanilla protein shake | Glen Powell
Austin’s it-boy jokes that he likes his protein shakes like his personality: vanilla. All you need to replicate the drink is Garden of Life organic plant-based protein powder, HUM Nutrition raw beauty powder, Ancient Nutrition multi-collagen protein powder, spinach, peanut butter, blueberries, bananas, and “a little bit of love.”
“Harry Potter” Trivia Night | 7-9 p.m. | Upstairs at Caroline | Cost of purchase | Gryffindors, Ravenclaws, Hufflepuffs, and Slytherins will come together to compete in a trivia game with specialty cocktails in hand.
Tuesday, Feb. 11
Galentine’s Night Out | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Dainty Dillo | $15 | Gather your gals for a pop-up market hosted by Connect & Cultivate: a community group for female entrepreneurs.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Sip & Paint a Pot for Valentine’s Day | 6 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Arts & Crafts ATX experts will be your guides as you paint planters in the beer garden at this first-come, first-served event.
Latch onto Love | 6 p.m. | Sign Bar | Cost of purchase | Listen to live music by Bobby Murray, sip featured cocktails, and meet single Austinites at the retro bar.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Austin RV Expo | Thursday, Feb. 13-Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | Austin Convention Center | $10+ | Explore over 250,000 sqft of RVs from top brands, shop outdoor living gear + accessories, and join in on seminars led by industry experts.
Blooms & Bubbles | 6 p.m. | Carpenter Hotel | $64 | Sip a Laurent Perrier champagne tasting flight while you take a floral workshop led by Nice Stems Design.
Dining in the Dark | Times vary | Verbena Food & Drink | $78 | Add some adventure to your dinner plans — this secret, three-course dinner experience is enjoyed blindfolded, which enhances your sense of taste + smell.
Friday, Feb. 14
“Heart’s Desire: Three Exceptional Dances” | Friday, Feb. 14-Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | The Long Center | $20+ | Spend a romantic night at the ballet as Ballet Austin dancers perform a trio of Valentine’s Day-inspired works.
Rumors swirled over the weekend that FX show “The Bear” was filming in ATX, thanks to a viral video of a sign outside Assembly Hall. Truth be told, a local production company called the Bear was filming a commercial. (The Austin Chronicle)
Concert
“Hold On” to your hats — Alabama Shakes will perform on Thursday, Sept. 25 at the Moody Center. Tickets to see the rock band + its special (Austin-based) guest, Greyhounds, go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.
Drink
The best brews in Texas were crowned at the 2025 Texas Craft Brewers Cup on Saturday night in Austin. A total of 90 medals went to 55 breweries statewide, with local standouts like Zilker Brewing Co.’s Zilkerator and Meanwhile Brewing Co.’s Tender Robot earning gold.
Coming Soon
Houston-based Pilates studio Method Pilates will open a new location on South 1st Street in March. Owned by two sisters who were born and raised in ATX, the new studio space will feature 15 custom reformer machines and a retail shop. (Community Impact)
Number
$4.4 billion. That’s how much a California private equity firm called Turn/River Capital dished out to acquire Austin-based software company SolarWinds Corporation. The company will continue to be headquartered in ATX. (Austin American-Statesman)
Mansion Monday
Indoor-outdoor living has never looked better. A five-bed, six-bath home just hit the market in southwest Austin, complete with a rounded infinity pool, plenty of entertainment space, and a stunning view. Take a look inside.
Listen
Austin’s third annual Spurs Week is right around the corner. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Eat
Calling all King Cake lovers: craving Mardi Gras magic? From boudin-filled delights to Chantilly-style indulgence, this King Cake Guide has you covered. Discover bakeries, cafes, and markets serving up the sweetest (and most unique) creations in Southwest Louisiana. Can’t visit? Many ship right to your door.*
Sports
Game, set, match. Don’t miss tennis stars like Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, and Ajla Tomljanović in action at the 2025 ATX Open, happening Saturday, Feb. 22-Sunday, March 2 at Westwood Country Club. Reserve tickets.*
Add this chart-topping duo to your playlist. | Photo by ACL Live staff
Check, check, one, two, three. Is this thing on? It’s City Editor Morgan on the mic, and I’m still giddy about going backstage at “Austin City Limits” over the weekend.
Hall of Fame archives. Take a journey through time and see epic photography by Scott Newton, the show’s head photographer since the 1970s.
Willie’s Place. See a backstage patio where the red headed stranger has smoked with a cardboard cut-out of himself. Psst — you might see a musician on this balcony while walking Guadalupe Street.
The original Studio 6A stage. Hold guitars, stand on wood from the show’s original stage, and smile for a commemorative photo.
The catering lounge. See the spot where talent + crew members chow down and fuel up before the show.
High-quality jewelry from Mejuri. Whether you prefer the elegance of pearls, the classic beauty of gold, or the brilliance of diamonds — all of Mejuri’s collections are crafted with responsibly sourced materials that are as beautiful as they are durable. Psst — they’re the perfect self-gift for Valentine’s Day. Shop now.
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