Event Type 2 Visual Arts
december
04dec2:00 pmBlanton Museum Launches New Thursday Music Series
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The Blanton Museum of Art is launching Sound Break, a new live-music series featuring choral and instrumental performances by leading Austin ensembles. Held in the museum’s atrium on
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The Blanton Museum of Art is launching Sound Break, a new live-music series featuring choral and instrumental performances by leading Austin ensembles. Held in the museum’s atrium on select Thursday afternoons, the hour-long concerts invite visitors to pause and enjoy music in a light-filled setting. The series expands on the Blanton’s tradition of spotlighting local musicians through programs like Blanton All Day and B Scene.
Sound Break debuts Dec. 4 at 2 p.m. with the Austin Baroque Orchestra, presented in conjunction with “Spirit & Splendor: El Greco, Velázquez, and the Hispanic Baroque.” Additional concerts are scheduled for March 19, June 18 and Aug. 13, 2026. Admission is included with regular museum entry.
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December 4, 2025 2:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
05dec5:45 pm7:45 pmLuminations at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
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Luminations, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s nature-inspired holiday light show, returns on December 5. The annual event transforms the gardens into an illuminated winter experience with twinkling
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Luminations, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s nature-inspired holiday light show, returns on December 5. The annual event transforms the gardens into an illuminated winter experience with twinkling trails, artful light installations and interactive moments for families. Guests can explore new projections and displays, enjoy festive snacks and full-service bars, and access a lighted-up Fortlandia — the Center’s collection of climbable forts. Live music pop-ups take place nightly throughout the run.
Luminations is open from December 5, 2025, through January 3, 2026, with advance tickets available on the Wildflower Center’s website. Proceeds support the Center’s conservation and education programs.
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December 5, 2025 5:45 pm - 7:45 pm(GMT+00:00)
05dec7:00 pmDroneArt Show at Circuit of the Americas
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The DroneArt Show will bring a large-scale aerial light performance to Austin on Dec. 5–6 at Circuit of the Americas. The 65-minute outdoor event features hundreds of synchronized
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The DroneArt Show will bring a large-scale aerial light performance to Austin on Dec. 5–6 at Circuit of the Americas. The 65-minute outdoor event features hundreds of synchronized drones forming animated shapes in the night sky, choreographed to live classical string music. A special presentation with more than 1,000 drones will headline the weekend.
The family-friendly show begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening 90 minutes prior. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy food and beverage offerings on-site. The event is ADA-accessible, and children ages 3 and under receive free admission.
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December 5, 2025 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
06dec10:30 am2:30 pmLe Studio Art Show & Pop-Up Market at Barton Springs Nursery
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Barton Springs Nursery will host an art show and pop-up market as Le Studio brings together local artists, makers, florists and designers for a nature-focused gathering. Guests
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Barton Springs Nursery will host an art show and pop-up market as Le Studio brings together local artists, makers, florists and designers for a nature-focused gathering. Guests can explore the gardens at their own pace, meet creators showcasing handmade goods and design pieces, and enjoy coffee from Please Stay Coffee and matcha from Matcha Boys.
The event is free and open to all.
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December 6, 2025 10:30 am - 2:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
06dec5:00 pm8:00 pmFeaturedOpening reception for Questioning the Margins: Group Art Exhibition
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Verdant Gallery presents the opening reception for its next art exhibition, "Questioning the Margins". A group show featuring four Austin artists who turn their gaze toward the edges -
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Verdant Gallery presents the opening reception for its next art exhibition, “Questioning the Margins”. A group show featuring four Austin artists who turn their gaze toward the edges – not as sites of exclusion, but as territories rich with creative possibility and wonder. Working across different mediums of acrylic, oil, encaustic with photographic imagery, and clay, these artists investigate the liminal spaces between figure and ground, memory and forgetting, comfort and unrest. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments, free and open to the public.
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December 6, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
06dec7:00 pmDroneArt Show at Circuit of the Americas
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The DroneArt Show will bring a large-scale aerial light performance to Austin on Dec. 5–6 at Circuit of the Americas. The 65-minute outdoor event features hundreds of synchronized
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The DroneArt Show will bring a large-scale aerial light performance to Austin on Dec. 5–6 at Circuit of the Americas. The 65-minute outdoor event features hundreds of synchronized drones forming animated shapes in the night sky, choreographed to live classical string music. A special presentation with more than 1,000 drones will headline the weekend.
The family-friendly show begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening 90 minutes prior. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy food and beverage offerings on-site. The event is ADA-accessible, and children ages 3 and under receive free admission.
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December 6, 2025 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
09dec6:00 pm8:00 pmDesign Shine Opening Reception at UMLAUF
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The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum will host the opening reception for its annual Design Shine exhibition on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. The
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The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum will host the opening reception for its annual Design Shine exhibition on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Presented in partnership with AIA Austin since 2017, the juried competition highlights emerging architects and designers through site-specific installations across the sculpture garden. This year’s winners—four local teams and individuals—explore the theme Nestled in Nature with works that incorporate striking light elements visible during evening programs or from the street.
The exhibition will remain on view through March 4, 2026.
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December 9, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
13dec12:00 pm3:00 pmHoliday Ornament Printing at Letterpress PLAY
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Letterpress PLAY will host a free Holiday Ornament Printing Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, from noon to 3 p.m. at 2002 South Congress Ave. Guests can create their
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Letterpress PLAY will host a free Holiday Ornament Printing Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, from noon to 3 p.m. at 2002 South Congress Ave. Guests can create their own printed ornaments with guidance from the shop’s production team, who will offer demonstrations and share details about the letterpress process.
The event will also feature holiday caroling from Fuse A Cappella, a student group from the University of Texas at Austin. Attendees are invited to browse Letterpress PLAY’s selection of seasonal gifts while on-site.
The event is free and open to the public. RSVP is encouraged.
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December 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
13dec1:00 pm3:00 pmArt Panel at Barton Springs Presented by Ivester Contemporary
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Ivester Contemporary will present a panel discussion on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the south entrance of Barton Springs, 1000 Azie Morton Road. The
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Ivester Contemporary will present a panel discussion on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the south entrance of Barton Springs, 1000 Azie Morton Road. The conversation highlights artist Alexis Hunter’s solo exhibition, “Today Is a Wonderful Day. I’ve Never Seen This One Before…”
Hunter will be joined by fellow Swim Club members and artists Kate Csillagi, Juliette Nickle, Virginia L. Montgomery and Tanya Zal, offering perspectives on water, community and creative practice.
Following the discussion, attendees are invited to join Swim Club for a dip in the springs, reflecting the shared rituals at the heart of Hunter’s work. Guests should bring a folding chair or blanket.
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january
29jan7:30 pm10:00 pmPlayStation: The Concert
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Immerse yourself in the worlds of PlayStation™ like never before at PlayStation: The Concert. This revolutionary live experience takes you on a journey through the most celebrated scores in gaming
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Immerse yourself in the worlds of PlayStation™ like never before at PlayStation: The Concert. This revolutionary live experience takes you on a journey through the most celebrated scores in gaming history, including God of War, The Last of Us, Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon and beyond. Each piece is reimagined for the stage in collaboration with acclaimed composers such as Gustavo Santaolalla, Bear McCreary, Ilan Eshkeri and Joris de Man.
At the heart of the show is a troupe of 15 virtuosic soloists whose dynamic performances blend classical skill with contemporary flair. Enhanced by advanced LED projection, surround sound, and multi-layered visuals, their artistry transforms beloved soundtracks into a living, breathing experience that resonates with gamers and music lovers alike.
Celebrating PlayStation’s three decades of storytelling and artistry, this once-in-a-lifetime concert invites you to rediscover the music that defined entire worlds. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event — secure your tickets now and prepare to be transported like never before.
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January 29, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)