Event Type 2 Film + Literature
february
01feb7:00 pm10:00 pmBlade Runner Live
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Experience Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award®-nominated cult classic, Blade Runner (2007 Final Cut), on a vast HD screen while Vangelis' synthesiser-led score is performed by The Avex Ensemble for the first
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Experience Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award®-nominated cult classic, Blade Runner (2007 Final Cut), on a vast HD screen while Vangelis’ synthesiser-led score is performed by The Avex Ensemble for the first time in-sync with the 1982 motion picture.
In this stylish noir thriller, detective Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) must continue as Replicant Hunter following the escape of 4 Replicants from colonies who’ve returned to earth. His mission however is complicated when he falls for Rachel (Sean Young); a Replicant based at the Tyrell Corporation.
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February 1, 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
12feb7:30 pmThe Paramount Theatre Presents 'Coming to America'
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The Paramount Theatre presents a special screening of "Coming to America" on Feb. 12, in partnership with Black Auteur Film Festival and Where Y’all At Though?! The evening
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The Paramount Theatre presents a special screening of “Coming to America” on Feb. 12, in partnership with Black Auteur Film Festival and Where Y’all At Though?! The evening opens with “Mamaya,” a short film by Austin-based filmmaker Prince Adablah, followed by the Eddie Murphy–led comedy classic.
Costumes are encouraged, with pre-show photo opportunities and additional festivities planned. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show starting at 7:30 p.m.
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February 12, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
18feb5:30 pmValentine's Day Dinner Cinema Series: "Crazy, Stupid, Love"
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The Loren is hosting a Valentine's Day-themed Dinner Cinema Series. This is the perfect opportunity for a Galentine's night with friends or a romantic date night with a significant
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The Loren is hosting a Valentine’s Day-themed Dinner Cinema Series. This is the perfect opportunity for a Galentine’s night with friends or a romantic date night with a significant other, combining two of the best things: beloved rom-coms with an elevated dinner. The Loren is showing “Crazy, Stupid, Love” with Executive Chef Christian Grindrod’s specially designed menus served alongside key moments in each film. Highlights include Smoked Trout, Duck Confit, Herb-Crusted Lamb Loin and more.
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February 18, 2026 5:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
19feb5:30 pmValentine's Day Dinner Cinema Series: "Pride & Prejudice"
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The Loren is hosting a Valentine's Day-themed Dinner Cinema Series. This is the perfect opportunity for a Galentine's night with friends or a romantic date night with a significant
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The Loren is hosting a Valentine’s Day-themed Dinner Cinema Series. This is the perfect opportunity for a Galentine’s night with friends or a romantic date night with a significant other, combining two of the best things: beloved rom-coms with an elevated dinner. The Loren is showing “Pride & Prejudice” with Executive Chef Christian Grindrod’s specially designed menus served alongside key moments in each film. Highlights include Smoked Trout, Duck Confit, Herb-Crusted Lamb Loin and more.
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February 19, 2026 5:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
march
05mar7:00 pm2026 Texas Film Awards at Troublemaker Studios
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Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Texas Film Awards, set for March 5, at Troublemaker Studios. The annual gala celebrates Texas film, artists and storytelling while
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Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Texas Film Awards, set for March 5, at Troublemaker Studios. The annual gala celebrates Texas film, artists and storytelling while raising funds for the Austin Film Society.
The evening begins with a red carpet and cocktail reception, followed by dinner, a live auction and an awards ceremony inducting new honorees into the Texas Film Hall of Fame, with a nightcap closing out the event.
Noah and Kyle Hawley, co-founders of 26 Keys Productions, will serve as honorary hosts. Noah Hawley, a 2025 Texas Film Hall of Fame inductee and AFS board member, joins his partner Kyle Hawley for the evening. AFS board member Celeste Quesada and Grammy Award-winning, Academy Award-nominated musician Adrian Quesada will serve as event chairs.
Composer and musician JaRon Marshall, keyboardist for Black Pumas, returns as music director, leading a band of Austin musicians for the gala. Proceeds support AFS artistic and educational programs, which award more than $200,000 annually in grants to Texas filmmakers.
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13mar1:00 pm2:00 pmSteven Spielberg SXSW Keynote Speech
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Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg will be attending this year’s SXSW as a keynote speaker for the festival’s 40th anniversary. Spielberg will discuss his legendary films, plus his upcoming new
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Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg will be attending this year’s SXSW as a keynote speaker for the festival’s 40th anniversary. Spielberg will discuss his legendary films, plus his upcoming new thriller “Disclosure Day” and the future of film in a live episode of “The Big Picture” podcast with host Sean Fennessey.
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March 13, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
26mar6:00 pm"Beneath the Bluebonnets" Book Launch Party
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Celebrate the launch of the multi-author book "Beneath the Bluebonnets" with an evening of mingling with light refreshments — beer, wine and bites — followed by a
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Celebrate the launch of the multi-author book “Beneath the Bluebonnets” with an evening of mingling with light refreshments — beer, wine and bites — followed by a Q&A with several of the authors and a book signing.
“Beneath the Bluebonnets” emerges from the raw intersection of terror and endurance. Written by twelve Texas women writers: R. J. Joseph, Lauren Oertel, L.H. Phillips, Kathleen Kent, Madison Estes, Jess Hagemann, Emma E. Murray, Jae Mazer, Iphigenia Strangeworth, Jacklyn Baker, S.G. Baker and edited by Carmen Gray, this collection is urgent, unflinching and deeply haunting.
Books will be available to purchase at the event. This event includes mature themes and is suggested for ages 18+.
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March 26, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT+00:00)