Event Type 2 Festivals
september
05sep3:00 pm11:00 pmBat Fest 2026
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Bat Fest returns to the Congress Avenue Bridge on Sept. 5 for its 20th anniversary celebration. The festival will feature live music from Sheck Wes, Wild Child, Ben
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Bat Fest returns to the Congress Avenue Bridge on Sept. 5 for its 20th anniversary celebration. The festival will feature live music from Sheck Wes, Wild Child, Ben Kweller, Mélat and more, along with a bat costume contest, children’s activities and performances from the Austin Bats basketball and dance teams. The event leads into the nightly flight of Austin’s Mexican free-tailed bats, which typically begins between 7 and 8:45 p.m.
General admission tickets are $15 in advance, and children 10 and younger are free with an adult.
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06sep5:00 pm8:00 pmBarton Fest at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa
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Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa will host Barton Fest from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 6 with live music by Austin artist Katrina Cain, food from the
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Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa will host Barton Fest from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 6 with live music by Austin artist Katrina Cain, food from the resort’s restaurants and drinks from local breweries, distilleries and wineries. The Labor Day weekend event will also feature more than 30 local vendors and a kids zone with animal encounters, balloon artists and face painting.
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September 6, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes Bikini Kill, Molchat Doma, American Football, The Garden, Peter Hook & The Light, Arlo Parks, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats and many more, showcasing everything from psych rock and punk to metal, darkwave, indie and electronic music.
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September 10, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes Bikini Kill, Molchat Doma, American Football, The Garden, Peter Hook & The Light, Arlo Parks, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats and many more, showcasing everything from psych rock and punk to metal, darkwave, indie and electronic music.
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September 11, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
12sep11:00 am9:00 pmThe Pecan Street Festival
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The Pecan Street Festival returns to Hill Country Galleria for a weekend of live music, local art, food, shopping and family-friendly activities. The free festival features hundreds of
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The Pecan Street Festival returns to Hill Country Galleria for a weekend of live music, local art, food, shopping and family-friendly activities. The free festival features hundreds of artisans and vendors, performances across multiple stages, and rides and activities for children.
Admission and parking are free.
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September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes Bikini Kill, Molchat Doma, American Football, The Garden, Peter Hook & The Light, Arlo Parks, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats and many more, showcasing everything from psych rock and punk to metal, darkwave, indie and electronic music.
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September 12, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
13sep11:00 am8:00 pmThe Pecan Street Festival
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The Pecan Street Festival returns to Hill Country Galleria for a weekend of live music, local art, food, shopping and family-friendly activities. The free festival features hundreds of
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The Pecan Street Festival returns to Hill Country Galleria for a weekend of live music, local art, food, shopping and family-friendly activities. The free festival features hundreds of artisans and vendors, performances across multiple stages, and rides and activities for children.
Admission and parking are free.
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September 13, 2026 11:00 am - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes
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LEVITATION returns to Austin Sept. 10–13 with four days of genre-spanning music across the Red River Cultural District and venues throughout the city. This year’s lineup includes Bikini Kill, Molchat Doma, American Football, The Garden, Peter Hook & The Light, Arlo Parks, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats and many more, showcasing everything from psych rock and punk to metal, darkwave, indie and electronic music.
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September 13, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 17, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 18, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 20, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 21, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 22, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 23, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
24sep8:30 am7:00 pmThe Texas Tribune Festival
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping Texas and the nation. The three-day event features interviews, panel discussions and interactive experiences with journalists, elected officials, authors and policy leaders.
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September 24, 2026 8:30 am - 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world.
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Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar from Sept. 17-24 for eight days of horror, science fiction, fantasy, action and other genre films from around the world. The 21st annual festival features premieres, repertory screenings, special guests and its signature lineup of offbeat events.
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September 24, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
25sep7:30 am9:00 pmThe Texas Tribune Festival
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping Texas and the nation. The three-day event features interviews, panel discussions and interactive experiences with journalists, elected officials, authors and policy leaders.
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September 25, 2026 7:30 am - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
26sep9:00 am9:30 pmThe Texas Tribune Festival
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping
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The Texas Tribune Festival returns to downtown Austin Sept. 24-26 with more than 250 speakers and 100 sessions exploring politics, education, artificial intelligence, energy and other issues shaping Texas and the nation. The three-day event features interviews, panel discussions and interactive experiences with journalists, elected officials, authors and policy leaders.
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September 26, 2026 9:00 am - 9:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
october
02oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
03oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
04oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
09oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
10oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
11oct11:00 am10:00 pmAustin City Limits Music Festival 2026
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
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The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival returns to Zilker Park this fall, spanning two weekends: October 2–4 and October 9–11.
november
06nov1:00 pm9:00 pmAustin Food & Wine Festival
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across the country together for a weekend of tastings and culinary events. Friday’s Made In Texas event will feature Texas-inspired bites, drinks and live music, followed by Chef Showcase events Saturday and Sunday with food tastings, cooking demonstrations and beverage samplings.
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November 6, 2026 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
07nov1:00 pm9:00 pmAustin Food & Wine Festival
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across the country together for a weekend of tastings and culinary events. Friday’s Made In Texas event will feature Texas-inspired bites, drinks and live music, followed by Chef Showcase events Saturday and Sunday with food tastings, cooking demonstrations and beverage samplings.
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November 7, 2026 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
08nov1:00 pm9:00 pmAustin Food & Wine Festival
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across
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The Austin Food & Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores Nov. 6-8 for its 15th year, bringing chefs, restaurants and wine and spirits experts from Austin and across the country together for a weekend of tastings and culinary events. Friday’s Made In Texas event will feature Texas-inspired bites, drinks and live music, followed by Chef Showcase events Saturday and Sunday with food tastings, cooking demonstrations and beverage samplings.
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November 8, 2026 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
december
11dec2:00 pmHoliday Hootenanny w/ Thundercat, Magdalena Bay & More
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Holiday Hootenanny returns to Radio/East for an expanded two-day festival Dec. 11-12, featuring performances by Thundercat, Magdalena Bay, 54 Ultra, Coco & Clair Clair, Frost Children and more.
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Holiday Hootenanny returns to Radio/East for an expanded two-day festival Dec. 11-12, featuring performances by Thundercat, Magdalena Bay, 54 Ultra, Coco & Clair Clair, Frost Children and more. The holiday-themed event also includes vendors, food trucks, themed drinks, carnival rides, games and Resound’s gingerbread house contest, with doors opening at 2 p.m. each day.