Keep an eye out for seasonal specials at Parish Barbecue. | Photo provided by Parish Barbecue
We hope you’re hungry.
To help guide your next barbecue outing, we’ve pulled together 20+ joints in Austin with some of the best meats, sauces, and sides in the US.
Parish Barbecue, 3220 Manor Rd. | Dishes from this food truck, located at Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, are infused with flavors from Louisiana. Don’t skip the pulled duck sandwich, pimento mac and cheese, and crawfish cornbread dressing. Black Gold, 1521 W. Anderson Lane | This recently opened spot is the perfect place to enjoy some smoked meats or a stacked sandwich with an upscale craft cocktail. Psst — our favorite menu items are the mesquite turkey BLT, the white gold mac and cheese, and the Texas-raised brisket.
The upstairs bar and lounge at Lamberts has live music on some Thursday and Saturday nights.
Photo by Justin Cook
Lamberts, 401 W. 2nd St. | If you’re seeking a modern and upscale experience, head to the historic J.P. Schneider building in Downtown Austin for slow-smoked meats and an extensive whiskey menu.
Didn’t see your favorite spot on the list? Let us know.
Central Texas Juneteenth Parade & Festival | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Rosewood Park | Free | Thousands will gather to walk through east Austin during the historic parade, followed by a celebration in the park with food, kid-friendly activities, and live music.
BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 | Today-Sunday, June 22 | Times vary | The Moody Center | $347+ | Cheer on professional gamers at this four-day e-sports tournament.
“Noah’s Arc: The Movie” | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $12 | See the premiere of this film surrounding themes of chosen family and romance with a visit from the director.
Friday, June 20
Afrobeats Yoga Flow | Friday, June 20-Friday, Aug. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Your Yoga | $12 | Flow to the Afrobeats playlist as you work on your strength, breath, and meditation.
AC-L Live Summer Sets | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at 3Ten | Free | Escape the heat while you dance to live DJ sets and sip cold drinks for sale.
Saturday, June 21
Summer Solstice Goat Yoga After Dark | 9-10 p.m. | Jester King Brewing | $25+ | The brewery’s 74 Nigerian dwarf goats will flow alongside you at this guided class.
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Today is Juneteenth. It is a federal holiday, so expect closures of city offices and municipal facilities. If you can’t make today’s Juneteenth Parade & Festival at Rosewood Park, you have another opportunity to attend Travis County’s 36th Annual Juneteenth Celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 20 at 800 Lavaca St.
Travel
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s International Arrivals Improvements Project is officially open to travelers. The project added 20,600 sqft of space, more baggage claim carousels, upgraded facilities for customs, and cost about $13.8 million.
Sports
Longhorns will soon achieve the fourth Learfield Director’s Cup in five years to display in the University of Texas Athletics Hall of Fame. The award is given to the best performing collegiate athletic program in the US, and Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte shared the news on social media. (KXAN)
Wellness
There’s a new way to stay fit in northwest Austin’s Balcones Hills. Vigor Pilates is now open, offering small group classes in reformer, mat, and tower Pilates styles, plus personal training in an upscale space. Check out the space. (Community Impact)
Austinite
In case you didn’t catch Austin’s own Mama Duke on “America’s Got Talent,” all four judges voted “yes” to the recording artist’s audition, advancing her to the next round. Mama Duke, who works at the YMCA in Austin, even got a compliment from Simon Cowell.
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