FiestaJAM returns to Johnson Park Amphitheater in Marble Falls May 1-3 for its first-ever spring edition, featuring a three-day celebration of Texas music and songwriting alongside the city’s annual MayFest. Eight-time Grammy-winning Asleep at the Wheel will headline the final night, with performances from Ruben Ramos & the Mexican Revolution, Shawn Camp, Verlon Thompson, and more.

The festival also includes the Kent Finlay Texas Song Search Finals, a songwriting seminar, and a mix of Western swing, Latin, and Americana music.

Admission is free, with limited VIP tickets available.

FiestaJAM returns to Johnson Park Amphitheater in Marble Falls May 1-3 for its first-ever spring edition, featuring a three-day celebration of Texas music and songwriting alongside the city’s annual MayFest. Eight-time Grammy-winning Asleep at the Wheel will headline the final night, with performances from Ruben Ramos & the Mexican Revolution, Shawn Camp, Verlon Thompson, and more.

The festival also includes the Kent Finlay Texas Song Search Finals, a songwriting seminar, and a mix of Western swing, Latin, and Americana music.

Admission is free, with limited VIP tickets available.

The Texas Exes will honor the 100 fastest-growing Longhorn-led businesses at the third annual Longhorn 100 Gala on May 2 at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center. The event will reveal this year’s Longhorn 100 rankings and recognize companies that exemplify entrepreneurial excellence.

Attendees will enjoy an exclusive networking cocktail reception, dinner, live music and a celebratory after-party. The evening will also feature keynote speeches from UT leadership, the President’s Impact Award presentation and emcee Chet Garner.

“Music in Life” Discussion and Live

Buddhist Chanting and Dharma Instruments Demonstration

Sounds of the World: Music, No Boundaries – Venerable Jue Ji

My Music, My Life – Francesco Mastromatteo

My Music from Mexico to America – Andrés Hernández Labra

Classical Music For the World (CMFW) proudly presents “The East in the West: Sounds, Minds and Dharma” Spring Festival with events April 18-May 4 featuring performances by Italian artists Francesco Mastromatteo, cello, Noemi Passiatore, classical guitar, University of Austin professor, Sandy Yamamoto, violin, as well as musicians from Austin Symphony Orchestra and the Butler School of Music at UT Austin.

“It’s been said that ‘music is the universal language,’ said CMFW Artistic Advisor Francesco Mastromatteo. “Music is indeed a bridge that transcends national borders, religions, and cultural differences. During our festival, attendees and performers will breathe in the same beautiful sounds while our minds connect in blissful harmony.” 

This is the fifth festival produced by CMFW and was made possible through a unique collaboration and sponsorship from the Fo Guang Shan Xiang Yun Temple. Program details and more will be made available online www.classicalmusicfortheworld.org.

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“The East in the West: Sounds, Minds, and Dharma” Spring Festival 2025

All events are free and open to the public with receptions following each event. All ages are welcome. www.classicalmusicfortheworld.org

FiestaJAM returns to Johnson Park Amphitheater in Marble Falls May 1-3 for its first-ever spring edition, featuring a three-day celebration of Texas music and songwriting alongside the city’s annual MayFest. Eight-time Grammy-winning Asleep at the Wheel will headline the final night, with performances from Ruben Ramos & the Mexican Revolution, Shawn Camp, Verlon Thompson, and more.

The festival also includes the Kent Finlay Texas Song Search Finals, a songwriting seminar, and a mix of Western swing, Latin, and Americana music.

Admission is free, with limited VIP tickets available.

The Bullock Museum will celebrate Star Wars Day during H-E-B Free First Sunday with free exhibition admission, intergalactic-themed family activities and a free concert by the Austin Philharmonic Orchestra. Visitors will have the opportunity to take photos with a member of the 501st Legion and Saber Guild — Jakku Temple and Rebel Legion — Kessel Base. Visitors will enjoy a space-themed storytime with the Austin Public Library, activities with Girlstart and have fun with comics from Dragon’s Lair Austin. Austin Philharmonic will provide live music from movie soundtracks in the Grand Lobby. 

Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Family activities are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free concert begins at 2 p.m.

The Paramount Theatre invites music lovers and supporters to its 110th Anniversary Gala on May 10, 2025, transforming Congress Avenue into a Texas dance hall for an unforgettable evening of live music, dining, and fundraising.

Headlining the event is Grammy Award-winning Texas legend Lyle Lovett and His Large Band, known for his genre-defying musical style that blends country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues. The night will also feature performances by Kelly Willis & Brennen Leigh and rising star Pedal Steel Noah.

The gala serves a crucial mission for the Paramount & State Theatres. By attending, supporters will directly contribute to advancing world-class and diverse programming across various genres. The event will help support arts education, reaching 35,000 Central Texas students through innovative in-person programs.

On Wednesday, May 14, Hot Luck Festival is teaming up with Equipment Room and Breakaway Records for Frankie’s Lounge—a one-night-only jazz-themed evening blending food, music, and cocktails in true retro style. From 5 to 9 p.m., guests can enjoy a menu created by acclaimed pitmaster Aaron Franklin, vinyl-spun jazz selections from Josh LaRue of Breakaway Records, and specialty cocktails from the Equipment Room bar team.

The event is a special preview of the upcoming Hot Luck Festival, happening May 22–25.

H-E-B has launched True Texas Tunes, a new monthly concert series in partnership with Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers (HOME). Held on the third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Congress H-E-B’s True Texas BBQ patio, the series features performances from local musicians, with proceeds benefiting HOME’s mission to provide housing support for aging Austin artists.

The series kicks off May 17 with a performance by Marcia Ball’s Boogie Trinity featuring Floyd Domino and Nick Connolly. Upcoming acts include Shelley King, Carolyn Wonderland, Midnight Snack, Sister Golden Hair, and others. Admission is free.

Almuerzo Club, a new monthly summer brunch series hosted by Rocky’s Bar at the Austin Motel, kicks off Friday, May 17 with tacos by Nixta Taqueria, cocktails by Rocky’s, and music from Perreo Club. The free event runs throughout the summer, pairing rotating guest taqueros with Latin beats and a lively daytime atmosphere on South Congress.

Held at one of Austin’s best-kept cocktail secrets, Almuerzo Club offers a mix of Latin music, bites, and curated drinks in collaboration with local favorite Perreo Club. Future dates include June 14, July 12, and August 9, with tacos from Discada on deck for the rest of the summer.

Pool day passes at the Austin Motel will also be available for purchase. Entry is free with RSVP.

The SIMS Foundation will celebrate 30 years of supporting mental wellness in Austin’s music community with a special anniversary event on Sunday, May 18, from 3 to 9 p.m. at Empire Control Room & Garage. Open to the public and family-friendly, the event features performances by Heartless Bastards, Fastball, Nakia & The Never Not Now, The Bros Fresh, and more, including a special set from Night Glitter and Friends featuring SIMS Foundation founders Alejandro Escovedo, Don Harvey, and Wayne Nagel.

Founded in 1995 in memory of Austin musician Sims Ellison, the nonprofit has provided mental health and recovery services to more than 25,000 musicians, music industry professionals, and their families. Proceeds from the celebration will directly support SIMS Foundation programs, helping ensure continued access to affordable emotional wellness resources for the local music community.