Just because it’s Father’s Day doesn’t mean you have to go easy on Dad. | Photo via Spare Birdie
Let’s face it, Austin dads make fatherhood look easy, and we’re here to help you celebrate the parents in your life this Father’s Day.
Round up the dads (or grandpas, father figures, and anything in between) on Sunday, June 15, and let us help you skip the Googling and get to partying. Locals Know BBQ Food Tour | Let Austin’s best pitmasters treat the family on EASTside ATX’s new tour, which runs every weekend and stops at la Barbecue, KG BBQ, Micklethwait Craft Meats, Mum Foods, and Parish Barbecue.
The muhammara at Cafe Largesse is a must-try. | Photo by ATXtoday
Cafe Largesse | This picturesque, family-owned cafe will serve up the “Wake Up, Daddy!” sandwich — made with Fra’Mani Hot Honey glazed guanciale, spicy capicola, and a spiced egg — and treat dads to a free cup of coffee. Father’s Day Game and Grub Bundle at Spare Birdie | Treat the fathers in your life to an hour of bowling or virtual gaming, plus a choice of three appetizers, with an $80 bundle for up to four people.
“When Harry Met Sally” Screening + Panel | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $20 | The 1989 rom-com will be preceded by a panel with author Katherine Center and actors Jared + Genevieve Padalecki.
Pierce The Veil | 7 p.m. | The Moody Center | $155+ | Live your emo dreams at the “I Can’t Hear You World Tour” with guests Sleeping With Sirens and Beach Weather.
Thursday, June 12
Peelander-Z | 8 p.m. | Mohawk Austin | $24 | Jam out with this punk rock band hailing from the planet Peelander.
“Grand Hotel the Musical” | Thursday, June 12-Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | The Whisenhunt at Zach Theater | $32+ | Follow the guests at the Grand Hotel as they face issues of life and death, financial ruin, love, and murder in 1928.
Friday, June 13
Juneteenth Festival | Friday, June 13-Saturday, June 14 | 6 p.m. | Old Settlers Park, Round Rock | Cost of purchase | Celebrate the 19th annual edition of this festival with free live music, a barbecue taste-off, and tons of fun for all ages.
Saturday, June 14
Kevin James | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $47+ | Lock in for the “Owls Don’t Walk” show from the man behind “Paul Blart: Mall Cop.”
Sunday, June 22
Venue Open House | 4 p.m. | Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room, Dripping Springs | Free | Explore the Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room venue space and meet some of the area’s top vendors.*
Miso excited because Ramen Tatsu-Ya will open its eighth location later this year on The Drag. The new spot will only serve dishes out of a walk-up window and offer seating at a covered bar + patio.
Coming Soon
Austin-based mini-chain Honest Mary’s, which serves a health-forward menu of grain bowls, will open its fifth location in the Seaholm District in 2026. The new restaurant will be the brand’s first foray into Downtown, and construction is expected to begin in September.
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UT Austin’s Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs will accept its first cohort of students for a new Master of National Security degree in fall 2026. Applications for the program, which was created in part by four-star Admiral William H. McRaven, open in September.
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75 cents. That’s how much Whisler’s will charge for martinis from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays all summer long. This is not the first time the bar has held this promotion, and it’s been known to draw big crowds, so arrive early if you want to partake.
Try This
Calling all jewelry designers — local jeweler Eliza Page wants to see your collections. In celebration of its 20th birthday, the jewelry company is calling on local artists to submit their designs for a chance to win cash prizes, a six-month residency, consulting, and more. Submit an application for Austin Shines by Friday, June 20.
Biz
Pottery studio Feats of Clay has relocated to 806 McPhaul St. in north Austin. The shop offers the same classes + workshops as its prior shop on Burnet Road, which was open for ~50 years. (Community Impact)
State
Texas will no longer issue temporary paper license plates starting on Tuesday, July 1, due to the passage of House Bill 718. Drivers will now skip straight to metal plates in a move meant to cut down on counterfeit paper tags. (KVUE)
Listen
Texas is still pulling in big names for its Class of 2026. Get to know the team and learn more from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Wellness
It’s not just you — aches, brain fog, and low energy could signal a gap in your diet. This patented supplement (discovered through dolphin research) contains an essential fatty acid linked to healthier aging + better immunity, metabolism, and mood. Get 15% off with code 6AMCITY.*
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Culture
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These are just a few of the art pieces in store at “Let’s Fly.” | Photos courtesy Balloon Museum
Get ready to be blown away — the Rome-based Balloon Museum will soon open its “Let’s Fly – Art Has No Limits” exhibition in the Capital City.
The museum will feature work from 19 international artists from Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2930 W. Anderson Lane (the former Louis Shanks location).
“Let’s Fly” will consist of 65,000 sqft of installations focusing on “flight, freedom, and lightness.” The exhibition has also popped up in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Atlanta.
You can explore the art pieces online, but here are a few to get excited.
“Mariposa” by Christopher Schardt | The butterfly sculpture made with 39,000+ LEDs was previously featured at Burning Man.
“The GINJOS” by Rub Kandy | These whimsical creatures have huge eyes that see it all.
“Hyperstellar” by Quiet Ensemble, Hyperstudio, Roman Hill | This sensory piece might make you think about your place in the universe.
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.
Shout out to the reader I met while on a tour of the Historic Baker School during the Hyde Park Summer Market over the weekend. The school is now an office building, but keep an eye out for upcoming coverage of its history.
Oh, and if you ever see me out and about, please don’t hesitate to say hi.
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