You’ll be a chef in approximately two hours. | Photo by ATXtoday
We want you to get back in the classroom.
There are dozens of classes all over Austin to help you reach your goals — here are a few of our favorites.
Cook more
CocuSocial Cooking Classes | Make French macarons, pasta, dumplings, ravioli, pastries, and more with hands-on guidance from the professionals.
Spend more time with the family
Pioneer Farms | Embark on a new experience like learning how to raise chickens, cook a meal from the 1800s, growing fruit in the backyard, or playing the banjo with your family.
Move your body
Monsoon Dance Bollywood & Yoga Studio | Beginners and experienced Bollywood dancers alike can take choreography, Bollywood fitness, and yoga classes from home or in-studio.
Get crafty
Mud Studio | Whether you’ve never sat in front of a pottery wheel or you’re just looking to brush up on your skills, this studio offers one-off classes, six-week courses, and studio time.
Noche de Serenata | 6-8 p.m. | Bar Toti | Cost of purchase | Listen to live music by acclaimed guitarist JJ Poyatos while you enjoy dinner + cocktails at the neighborhood bistro — be sure to make a reservation.
Emo Karaoke | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Volstead Lounge | Cost of purchase | Sing your heart out to My Chemical Romance, Sleeping with Sirens, or whatever floats your emo boat.
Thursday, June 26
An Evening with Rick Martinez | 7 p.m. | BookPeople | Free with RSVP | Let Chef Rick Martinez’s new book, “Salsa Daddy,” teach you all about what goes into creating the perfect salsa.
The Drop-In | 8 p.m. | The Long Center | Free with RSVP | Bring your lawn chair, grab a frozen beverage, and watch a live music performance on the world’s first 3D-printed stage.
Friday, June 27
“Tremors” | 9 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $12 | Watch Kevin Bacon, Fred Ward, and Reba McEntire try to escape the clutches of giant, worm-like monsters.
Saturday, June 28
Blue October | 6:30 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | $30+ | This rock band from Houston will have you on your feet for the “Argue With A Tree Tour.”
Experience the magical show on stage at Zach Theater. | Photo by AxelB Photography
With an original score by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), “Waitress” is a heartfelt musical about finding the courage to create a life that’s truly sweet.
Jenna, a small-town waitress and gifted pie maker, is stuck in a loveless marriage. When a baking contest and a charming doctor shake up her plans, she finds strength with help from her quirky coworkers and loyal customers.
See the show on stage at Zach Theater now extended through Sunday, July 27.
Austin’s own Jim’s Smokehouse and T-Loc’s Sonora Hot Dogs made the top 10 of Yelp’s “Top 100 Food Trucks in the U.S. of 2025" list. ATX eateries took up nine spots on the list — Paprika ATX, Granny’s Tacos, and Boteco were also mentioned.
Watch
Are you caught up on the first season of NBC’s new reality show “Destination X”? If not, you may want to tune in to see Austinites Mack Fitzgerald, and Ally Bross compete to figure out where in the world the show has taken them on the “road trip of a lifetime.” (KXAN)
Number
~50,000. That’s how many fans attended the BLAST.tv Counter-Strike Major at the Moody Center last weekend. The e-sports tournament is expected to have had a $30 million impact on the local economy. (KVUE)
Pets
Keep Austin Adopting — that’s what the local shelters want to do ahead of the Fourth of July. Austin Pets Alive!, Austin Animal Center, Austin Humane Society, and more shelters will host “name your price” sales this weekend to meet a goal of adopting out 250 pets. (KXAN)
Outdoors
Hammerhead worms are back in Central Texas. The invasive species can cause a rash upon contact, so don’t touch them. Officials say they should be killed with vinegar or salt, should you find one in your yard. (Austin American-Statesman)
Weather
After a slightly hotter-than-average June, July is poised to bring the heat. July is typically Austin’s second-warmest month (just behind August), and is also forecast to be hotter + drier than usual. We want you to guess how many 100º days Austin will see this year. (KXAN)
Sports
Texas Football QB commit Dia Bell was named MVP at the Elite 11 QB Camp. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Wellness
This summer, whether you have just a day or a few, immerse yourself in tranquility with thoughtfully-curated wellness experiences at Miraval Austin. Choose your perfect escape and leave feeling refreshed, recharged, and inspired. Pro tip: Don’t miss out on an exclusive summer special.*
Try This
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your job on ATXtoday Job Board and get connected to top local talent. Psst — it’s completely free.
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💄 It’s a date
Go ahead and let your date know that you have plans for this weekend secured. | Photos provided by Pins Mechanical Co.
Kids, this is the story of how I met your mother, and it was all thanks to ATXtoday.
Whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new, we’ve got 37 local date night ideas that are legen — wait for it — dary.
If you love the great outdoors
Get outta town by floating the river or taking a glass bottom boat tour in San Marcos — bonus points if you go during the Mermaid Festival.
For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)
Head to Pins Mechanical Co. for a drink and play complimentary arcade games (or duckpin bowling for an extra fee) to your heart’s content.
If you want an “old fashioned”-style date
It’s a classic for a reason — see a film or a show while sharing popcorn at The Paramount Theatre.
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