AUSTIN, Texas — The weekend is upon us and, as always, there are a ton of things happening in the Austin area! From a free concert series to a massive vintage sale, there’s no shortage of fun activities happening over the next few days.
Here’s a breakdown of just some of the events you can attend this weekend.
Free Week
Free Week returns to the Red River Cultural District this weekend! During the event – which has been around for more than two decades – a dozen music venues will host free concerts showcasing more than 80 local artists and bands.
While there’s no cost to attend Free Week shows, music fans are encouraged to support the local music scene by buying bands’ merchandise and ordering food and drinks from the venues. Some places will be offering special discounts.
When: Friday and Saturday
Where: various venues in the Red River Cultural District. Check out the full schedule.
City-Wide Vintage Sale
Vintage collectors can stop by the City-Wide Vintage Sale this weekend at the Palmer Events Center. The near-monthly event boasts an “ever-changing array of vintage and used treasures,” from clothing to housewares to vinyl and everything in between.
When: Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Palmer Events Center, located at 900 Barton Springs Road
Luminations
This is the last weekend to check out “Luminations” at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, a dazzling display of light installations and immersive projections. Food and drinks are also available to purchase at the exhibit.
When: ends Sunday. Entry from 5:45 to 7:45 p.m.; exhibit ends at 9 p.m.
Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, located at 4801 La Crosse Ave.
Other events happening this weekend:
- Taylor Shines – The Laser Spectacular – Saturday at the Paramount Theatre
- Yarrow & Sage Presents: Austin Witches Market – Saturday at Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden – East
- “Mad Max: Fury Road” – Saturday at Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane
- 10th Annual Bowie Birthday Bash – Saturday at Drinks Lounge & Records
- Sarah Silverman – Sunday at ACL Live at the Moody Theater
- H-E-B Free First Sunday – Sunday at the Bullock Texas State History Museum