Geeks Who Drink hosts trivia every Tuesday night at The Butterfly Bar at The VORTEX. | Photo by ATXtoday
Why wait until the weekend to have fun? Weekdays in Austin are anything but boring.
From special deals to weekly events, here’s our guide to making the most of every day of the week.
Tuesday
Paella on the Patio | Rosie’s Wine Bar
Order a glass of wine, pick a spot on the patio, and watch paella go from the cook’s pan to your plate.
Wednesday
Old Fashioned Adult Happy Meal Night | Hillside Farmacy Hump day calls for a happy meal. Dine in every Wednesday after 5 p.m. for a special burger with a side of fries, and wash it down with a complimentary old fashioned.
Thursday
Grassy Thursdays | St. Elmo Brewing Co.
Sip a beer while being serenaded by bluegrass performers from 7 to 10 p.m.
Friday
Prime Rib Fridays | Maie Day Level up your lunch break. The wagyu prime rib with au jus and horseradish cream costs $19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Summer Midday Music Series | 12-1 p.m. | Draylen Mason Music Studio at KMFA | Free with RSVP | Cookies and refreshments will be provided at this hands-on jazz session for kiddos of all ages.
Wednesday, June 11
Clayton Farmers Market | 2-6 p.m. | Clayton Towers | Cost of purchase | Shop for locally grown produce, pasture-raised meats, farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, and more at this rain-or-shine market.
Thursday, June 12
Summer of Friendship Festival | 6-10 p.m. | The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria | $10 | Grab a friend (or a few) for some line dancing, arts + crafts inspired by summer camp, snacks and drinks for purchase, and karaoke in the amphitheater with special guests.
Friday, June 13
BANKS | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $7+ | The singer-songwriter’s “Off With Her Head” album performance is sure to be a screaming good time.
Saturday, June 14
Pride on the Trail | 9-11 a.m. | Sand Beach Park | Free with RSVP | Wear colorful attire to walk or run this 5K around the lake, then keep the party going at Oilcan Harry’s.
Sunday, June 15
Wu-Tang Clan | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $82+ | The iconic hip-hop collective will perform “Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber” alongside special guests Run The Jewels.
The Hyatt Regency Austin is getting a makeover. The hotel on Lady Bird Lake’s shore began work on a property-wide transformation, including room redesigns and two new dining concepts. The hotel will remain open during renovations, which should be completed by September. Take a first look.
Development
Watch this clip of demolition crews bulldozing down the Austin Convention Center last week. In case you missed it, the convention center is being torn down to make way for a new, $1.6 billion facility that’ll be open by SXSW 2029. (Austin Business Journal)
Transit
Light rail is taking another step forward — the Austin Transit Partnership is seeking a design and construction contract for buildout. Firms can submit qualifications for the multibillion-dollar project through Thursday, July 3, and the contract will be awarded by early 2026. (Austin Business Journal)
Closing
Pour one out for Dear Dry Drinkery. The non-alcoholic bottle shop on East Cesar Chavez Street will permanently close on Sunday, June 22. The small business announced the closure via Instagram, citing economic woes as the culprit. Its remaining inventory (and furniture) will be on sale in the coming weeks.
Environment
Did you notice Lady Bird Lake looks a little cloudy?Crews began pouring a special clay mixture into the water yesterday, marking the final phase of a five-year program to fight toxic algae. More applications are planned for July + August.
Ranked
Staycation, all I ever wanted. Austin ranked No. 29 on WalletHub’s list of best cities for summer staycations. The study factored recreation, food and entertainment, and relaxation opportunities across the US. Start planning your getaway at some of these unique rentals in the Capital City.
Sports
All eyes are on the Mavericks amid potential coaching changes. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Mavericks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Category
Opening
🍳 Oh boy
Paperboy South’s dining room is flooded with light (thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows) and seats 52 guests. | Photo by Likeness Studio
You’ll find returning Paperboy favorites (like the Texas Hash, Paperboy Pancake, and B.E.C. Sandwich) on the menu, alongside homemade pastries, coffee by Superthing, and boozy beverages. Plus, this location’s larger kitchen will allow chefs to experiment and roll out new dishes, sostay tuned.
Inside the space
Sit at the custom green terrazzo bar for a front-row view of the kitchen bustle, or cozy up in a two-person booth flanked by tile walls.
But wait, there’s more
A covered patio will provide space for another 65 guests, while a walk-up window will allow folks to pick up to-go orders with ease.
The shoe of the summer: sneaker mules (aka smules). Effortlessly stylish and easy to slip on, these can be paired with your go-to shorts, sundresses, linen jumpsuits, and more. These are five of our favorites:
👟 Under $150: Dolce Vita’s sporty-chic sneaker mules in a fun + flirty pink floral pattern.
👟 Under $80: This pair by Anne Klein that will go with practically everything in your closet.
👟 Under $60: Blowfish Malibu’s platform style with adjustable lacing and a unique patterned insole.
👟 Under $50: These Naturalizer white leather smules made with comfort technology for all-day walking.
👟 Under $30: These canvas kicks available in 15+ colors and constructed with a memory foam insole for maximum comfort.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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