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Audience waiting for the big summer musical at the Zilker Hillside Theatre.

July Curated: Austin’s Top Events This Month

Take your pick of many engaging activities, music and theatre performances, and more exciting events to add to your calendar this July
“Swing” by Motorefisico, an interactive installation featured in the Balloon Museum’s “Let’s Fly – Art Has No Limits” exhibition, opening June 21, 2025, in Austin. (Photo courtesy of Balloon Museum)

A Giant Interactive Art Playground Pops Up in Austin This Summer

Balloon Museum’s immersive exhibition “Let’s Fly – Art Has No Limits” brings balloon sculptures and dreamlike installations to Austin
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How Poppi’s Austin-Based Founders Journeyed From the Farmers Market to a $1.95 Billion-Dollar Brand

From viral TikToks to "Shark Tank" and beyond, Allison and Stephen Ellsworth’s modern soda brand went from homemade to household name
Sunshine Machine (photo by Roger Ho)

Austin’s Iconic Houseboat Sets Sail on a New Chapter

After 44 years under the same captain, Lake Austin’s charter boat gets new owners who aim to preserve its legacy while charting a fresh course
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Cheers to Five Years: Commodore Perry Estate Celebrates Austin Anniversary This Summer

Sip a specialty jewel of a cocktail at the Estate in honor of their sapphire anniversary
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Meet Nibbles, A New Austin-Based Pet Rewards Card With Free Pet Insurance

With summer in full-swing, pet owners now have a free option to keep their pets safe in the heat
(From left) Laura LaChaussee, Brittany Ward, and Blair Nelson of the Mahj Social Club organize open play events and lessons to help more people discover and enjoy American Mahjong. (Photo by Kristen Hafter)

How the Mahj Social Club Is Building Community Through Mahjong

A game of skill, timing, and intuition, Mahjong is drawing new interest in Austin
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Chill Out With These THC-Infused Drinks From Texas Makers

A bill that would have effectively banned THC products was vetoed this week, allowing Texas hemp brands to keep their products on shelves
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8 Ways to Celebrate the 4th of July Around Austin

Grab your red, white and blue and take advantage of all the summer fun