May Curated: Austin’s Top 10 Events This Month
Plan a memorable month of May with art openings, ballet, fashion shows, bbq, spring markets and more
May is buzzing with excitement in Austin! With spring markets, art events, ballet, BBQ, fashion shows, concerts with legendary artists, and ways to celebrate Mom, here’s our list of top events to add to your calendar.
TRIBEZA Luxury Homes Tour
Various homes around Austin
May 3
Join TRIBEZA for the Luxury Home Tour, presented by Lowe’s Innovation Labs. This self-guided, self-paced experience offers rare access inside some of the most extraordinary residences currently on the market. Get all the details and grab your tickets.
Hunt Slonem Art Exhibition
West Chelsea Contemporary
now through May 26
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The WCC gallery presents an immersive exploration of Hunt Slonem’s art. Back by popular demand following last year’s showcase, this exhibition features over 100 new works across diverse media—including luminous neon pieces, enchanting glowboxes, expressive oil paintings, and exquisitely crafted blown glass—culminating in the most comprehensive display of the artist’s works in the United States. Learn more here or book a private appointment here.
Blue Genie May Market
6100 Airport Blvd.
May 2 – June 1 (Fridays – Sundays)
The May Market is a free, family-friendly experience showcasing the work of nearly 200 artists and artisans under one roof, offering an ideal place to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, anniversaries, weddings and more.
Pecan Street Festival
Hill Country Galleria
May 3 & 4
One of the largest and longest-running arts, crafts and music festivals in the nation, the Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival has a new home this May at the Hill Country Galleria. Enjoy more than 300 craft artisans amidst a weekend-long celebration. View the full schedule and lineup.
Austin Fashion Week
The Domain
May 8-10
The annual Austin Fashion Week, hosted by Fashion by Texas, returns for this spring with special showcases featuring emerging designers, black designers, local student designers and more. Ticket info here.
Ballet Austin presents Romeo & Juliet
Long Center
May 10 – 12, several performance times
A perfect opportunity to treat all moms during Mother’s Day weekend, Romeo & Juliet is set to Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable score, performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra and paired with Stephen Mills’ classic choreography. Enjoy this time-honored tale of “star-crossed lovers.” Choose from three performances.
Paramount Gala with Lyle Lovett in Concert
Paramount Theatre
May 10
For the 110th Anniversary Gala, Lyle Lovett and his Large Band will entertain guests to benefit Austin’s beloved theatre. For one night only, Congress Avenue turns into a Texas dance hall for an evening of enchanting live music, dancing, and good company. Ticket info here.
Broadway in Austin: “Moulin Rouge! The Musical”
Bass Concert Hall
May 13-25
The Broadway and film hit musical by Baz Luhrmann takes the stage at Bass Concert Hall. Follow the romance, splendor, and heartbreak of French bohemians at the famous Moulin Rouge Cancan club in Paris, with a familiar mashup of beloved songs from “Lady Marmalade” to “Your Song.”
Affordable Art Fair
Palmer Events Center
May 15 – 18
With 60 local, national, and international galleries all under one roof at the Affordable Art Fair, prepare to experience original artworks by a whole host of established and emerging artists. Artworks are priced between $100 and $10,000. There are plenty of special activities during the Art Fair, include a VIP night on Thursday, a Friday night party with friends, and family activities on Saturday morning, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Learn more about the schedule and ticket options.
Hot Luck Festival
Various locations
May 22 – 25
This food and music festival is an eat-with-your-fingers picnic and party that highlights open-pit feats of culinary know-how, plus live music that is as thoughtfully created as the food on your plate. Hot Luck Festival is one of the hottest tickets in town this month — for great reason. More info & tickets here.
Much More to Explore this Month
Of course, there are far more than ten amazing events to enjoy this month, and you can browse our online events calendar for even more ideas on things to see and do this May in Austin.