Event Type 2 Visual Arts
january
02jan11:00 amUMLAUF Sculpture Garden Presents "Black Bird Redemption Song" Exhibition Tour
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Experience an engaging tour of UMLAUF Sculpture Garden's current exhibition, "Black Bird Redemption Song" by Sedrick Huckaby. The tour is included with admission and is fully indoors. No
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Experience an engaging tour of UMLAUF Sculpture Garden’s current exhibition, “Black Bird Redemption Song” by Sedrick Huckaby. The tour is included with admission and is fully indoors. No RSVP is necessary.
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January 2, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
03jan5:45 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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January 3, 2026 5:45 pm - 7:45 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Wander the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum under the night sky and explore Design Shine, the vibrant outdoor exhibition that comes to life with light after sunset.
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Wander the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum under the night sky and explore Design Shine, the vibrant outdoor exhibition that comes to life with light after sunset.
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January 7, 2026 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
09jan6:00 pm9:00 pmOpening Reception of Katherine Boxall 'Trace of Being'
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McLenon Penn Co. will host an opening reception for "Trace of Being," a solo exhibition by Austin-based artist Katherine Boxall, from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9.
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McLenon Penn Co. will host an opening reception for “Trace of Being,” a solo exhibition by Austin-based artist Katherine Boxall, from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9. The exhibition features a dozen large-scale abstract paintings alongside several smaller works, highlighting Boxall’s materially driven practice through layered applications of acrylic, spray paint, pastel, oil, household paint and clear gesso.
“Trace of Being” remains on view through Feb. 15.
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January 9, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
10jan2:00 pm4:00 pmWCC Presents: "Counter Clockwise: Surrealism Reimagined"
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West Chelsea Contemporary presents by works from the historic Jean Christophe Argillet collection, an exhibition presenting Salvador Dalí through a modern lens while also featuring a focused selection of
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West Chelsea Contemporary presents by works from the historic Jean Christophe Argillet collection, an exhibition presenting Salvador Dalí through a modern lens while also featuring a focused selection of Dalí originals.
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January 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
10jan5:00 pm7:00 pmOpening Reception: Malcolm Bucknall, My Make Believe
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Malcolm Bucknall: My Make Believe runs Jan. 10–Feb. 1, 2026, at Wally Workman Gallery, with an opening reception Saturday, Jan. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.
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Malcolm Bucknall: My Make Believe runs Jan. 10–Feb. 1, 2026, at Wally Workman Gallery, with an opening reception Saturday, Jan. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.
The exhibition features recent works by Malcolm Bucknall, whose absurdist surrealism blends Old Master references with influences from cartoons, film and personal photography. Known for his recurring human-animal imagery, Bucknall explores themes of love, fear, instinct and self-recognition through anthropomorphic figures that invite a sense of wonder and discovery.
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11jan9:00 am3:00 pmFree Week at Contemporary Austin's The Jones Center
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The Contemporary Austin will offer free admission during Free Week at The Jones Center from Wednesday, Jan. 7, through Sunday, Jan. 11, giving visitors a final chance to
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The Contemporary Austin will offer free admission during Free Week at The Jones Center from Wednesday, Jan. 7, through Sunday, Jan. 11, giving visitors a final chance to view several major exhibitions ahead of the museum’s spring 2026 season.
On view through Sunday is “HOST” by Raul De Lara, the Austin-raised artist’s first solo Texas museum exhibition, featuring seven monumental wooden sculptures carved from native Texas and Mexican woods that explore cultural duality, queer identity and the immigrant experience. Also closing is “Teddy Sandoval and the Butch Gardens School of Art,” the first museum retrospective of the late Los Angeles artist Teddy Sandoval, whose work challenged conventions around gender, sexuality and Chicanx identity.
The group exhibition “The Canvas Can Do Miracles” will also be on view, bringing together five contemporary artists across both museum locations to examine abstraction as a tool for environmental engagement and coded resistance.
Capacity is limited. Pre-registration is recommended but not required, and free tickets can be reserved online.
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January 11, 2026 9:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
21jan7:00 pm9:00 pm'Reuse On the Runway: The Exhibit' Artist Reception
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"Reuse On the Runway: The Exhibit" will be on view Jan. 17–Feb. 28, 2026, at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery at the Dougherty Arts Center, showcasing 24 upcycled
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“Reuse On the Runway: The Exhibit” will be on view Jan. 17–Feb. 28, 2026, at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery at the Dougherty Arts Center, showcasing 24 upcycled couture looks from Austin Creative Reuse’s 2025 Reuse on the Runway fashion show. The exhibition features designs created from repurposed materials such as fabric remnants, architectural samples, newspapers and everyday objects.
An artist reception is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 7 to 9 p.m., followed by an artist talk on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. The exhibit highlights the intersection of fashion, sustainability and creative reuse.
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January 21, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
22jan6:00 pm8:00 pmChampagne and Sketches with Sydney's Cat Lounge
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Enjoy elegant and intimate evening featuring champagne, live art and quality time with charming resident cats. The experience includes two glasses of champagne, a personalized sketch and exclusive
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Enjoy elegant and intimate evening featuring champagne, live art and quality time with charming resident cats. The experience includes two glasses of champagne, a personalized sketch and exclusive access to the Cat Lounge.
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)