Your Memorial Day weekend plans await. | Photo by Dusana Risovic
Hot Luck Live Food & Music Festival is so close, we can taste it. The annual celebration will return to Austin from Thursday, May 22 through Sunday, May 25.
Lucky for you, we’ve cooked up a guide to Hot Luck Fest. Let’s dig in.
The founders drew inspiration from gatherings where food is central, such as tailgates, family reunions, and potlucks. The result is four days of chef-driven bites + live music performances at iconic Austin venues.
Get ready for the ultimate cookout at Hot Luck Fest 2025.
Photo by Dusana Risovic
The Whole Enchilada Pass grants you access to every show + early access to each food event, but you can also pick and choose your adventure by purchasing single event tickets. Psst — you can also try your luck via this ticket giveaway.
Bark in the Park | 7:05 p.m. | Dell Diamond, Round Rock | $13+ | Take your pup to the ball game + enjoy drink specials.
Friday, May 16
An Evening with Esteban Rodríguez | 7 p.m. | BookPeople | Free with RSVP | Hear from the author of the reflective book “The Lost Nostalgias” and get a signed copy.
Lupita and Ernesto D’Alessio | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $96+ | Snag tickets to be serenaded by the Latin music superstars.
Saturday, May 17
Tour de Carl | 12 p.m. | St. Elmo Brewing Co. - Springdale + South | Cost of purchase | Grab your helmet and pedal through this course, then wrap up the fun with a drink.
Ivan Cornejo | 8-11 p.m. | The Moody Center | $61+ | Known for his covers of Spanish love songs, this Grammy-nominated performer will bring his “Mirada” tour to Austin.
Sunday, May 18
Trisha Paytas | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $40+ | Mukbangs, monologues, and music videos, oh my — don’t miss your chance to spend an evening with the YouTuber.
A new Swedish Hill location will open today on South 1st Street in the former Foxtrot space, complete with wine and coffee bars, as well as indoor + outdoor seating. What’s on the menu? Think: freshly baked pastries, breakfast items, made-to-order sandwiches, salads, cakes, and artisanal breads. (Austin American-Statesman)
Trending
Alright, alright, alright.Local celebrities Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson were spotted filming on Congress Avenue near Kruger’s Diamond Jewelers yesterday. Watch a clip of the duo, who were sporting bejeweled suits and blue cowboy hats.
Festival
Mark your calendar.Hot Summer Nights, a free annual music festival, will return Thursday, July 24-Sunday, July 26. The lineup will drop next month, featuring shows from 150+ local bands in more than 10 Downtown venues. Psst — RSVP in advance for a chance to win skip-the-line badges.
Coming Soon
The team behind Veracruz All Natural plans to launch a new concept next to Veracruz Fonda & Bar this summer. La Mezca will be an “intimate mezcalería” where guests can order spirit flights, tequilas, regional sotols, seasonal cocktails, and street-style tacos. (CultureMap Austin)
Announced
East Austin music venue Parish revealed plans to relocate by the end of the year. Concerts will continue as usual at its current location on Brushy Street this summer and fall, and its sister club, Empire Garage and Control Room, is unaffected.
Film
Reel talk — the full lineup for the Paramount Theatre’s Summer Classic Film Series has arrived, running Thursday, May 22 through Sunday, Aug. 31. Grab your popcorn and get ready for 100 curated films across various genres and eras, from action-packed flicks like “Charlie’s Angels” to family favorites like “Toy Story.”
Ranked
Austin landed at No. 5 on a new list of the 10 most affordable cities in the US, which compared median household incomes with cost-of-living estimates. According to the report by The Motley Fool Money, Austin’s median household income is $91,501, while the estimated cost of living is $70,997.
Sports
With the first overall pick in the NBA Draft, the Mavericks are set to draft top prospect Cooper Flagg. What does that mean for the Mavs’ future? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Mavericks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Stat
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Offering everything from lake views to lawn games, these 15 rooftop bars in Austin keep us in high spirits.
P6 at the LINE Austin | 111 E. Cesar Chavez St.
If you haven’t already been to P6, you’ve likely seen this spot on your Instagram feed— the famously aesthetic rooftop bar offers excellent views of Lady Bird Lake.
Arriba Abajo | 506 San Jacinto Blvd.
On the fourth floor of the boutique Thompson Austin hotel, Arriba Abajo offers weekly DJ sets and a pool.
HeyDey Social Club | 721 Congress Ave.
The rooftop located next to the Paramount Theatre is exposed on three sides, making for 270º of beautiful skyline views.
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We’re officially one week away from the first concert at The Drop-In, the Long Center’s free summer music showcase. The musician for next week’s show will be revealed tomorrow, and RSVPs open on Monday, May 19. Pro tip:Sign up for email announcements to stay in the loop.
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