The Week in Cool: April 25 - May 1
The best free, cheap and cool stuff to check out in the week ahead.
Thursday, April 25
Consuela’s Grand Opening Party
11am–5pm • Consuela, 910 Congress Ave. • Free
Free cupcakes, cocktails and Couture Collection giveaways.
Flaps & Taps @ The Buzz Mill
5–8pm • The Buzz Mill, 1505 Town Creek Drive • Free
Complimentary draft beer tastings and $5 flapjack wraps.
Saint Arnold Icon Blue Cask & Glass Night
5:30pm • Craft Pride, 61 Rainey St. • Free
Order a pint of Saint Arnold’s Cascadian Dark Ale and keep the glass.
Micheladas Cafe y Cantina’s Grand Opening Bash
6pm • Micheladas Cafe y Cantina, 333 East 2nd St. • Free
Complimentary food and beer, rooftop salsa dancing lessons, live music, giveaways, and party games.
Big Hearts for Brave Hearts Launch Party Happy Hour
6–8pm • Molotov, 719 W. 6th St. • $10 donation
Donation at the door gets you free appetizers, champagne cocktails, mini Smirnoff cocktails, and a chance to win door prizes from Hopdoddy, Synergy, Orbit Salon and others. Benefits Hospice Austin’s Camp Brave Heart.
Brew Exchange’s 1 Year Anniversary Party
7pm • Brew Exchange, 706 West 6th St. • Free
Music by Zeale and DJ Mike Swing, and giveaways of “goodie bags full of awesome stuff.”
Unplugged at The Grove: Dirty River Boys
8pm • Shady Grove, 1624 Barton Springs Rd. • Free
Free show, drink specials. Additional parking available at Bicycle Sports Shop down the street at 517 S. Lamar Blvd.
Heroine Zine Issue One Release Party
9pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • $5 suggested donation
Dance party with music by DJ SIR of GirlFriend and others. Donations get you a copy of the zine and will benefit Girls Rock Camp Austin.
Friday, April 26
Hops and Grain Brewery Tastings
2–6pm Friday; Noon–4pm Saturday • Hops and Grain, 507 Calles St. • Free
The tap room is open on Friday and Saturday afternoons, and brewery tours are at 1pm and 3pm on Saturday.
Free Organic Wine Tasting with Vina Ijalba
4–8pm • East End Wines, 1209 Rosewood Ave. • Free
Free tasting of four types of organic wines.
Guadalupe Brewing Tasting
5pm • Growler Room, 6800 Burnet Rd., Ste. 2 • Free
Try samples of Guadalupe Brewing beers including Honey Ale, Scotch Ale, Americano Wheat and Guadalupe IPA — and try to score some free coasters, T-shirts and even a few growler fills.
Free Show: Cunto @ The Buzz Mill
7pm • The Buzz Mill, 1505 Town Creek Drive • Free
Mondo Gallery Opening Reception: Mike Mitchell Solo Show
7–10pm • Mondo Gallery, 4115 Guadalupe St. • Free
Opening of an exhibit by the very talented movie poster artist Mike Mitchell.
Freak SPFX Presents: The Austin Zombie Crawl
8pm–2am • Begins at Metal and Lace, 720 Red River • Free to participate; wristbands $20
Undead bar crawl down Red River and Dirty 6th with costume contests and drink specials (if you buy a wristband). See the website for locations, schedule and wristband details.
Free Show: Holiday / Twin Vision / Gang Sign @ Cheer Up Charlie’s
9pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free
Saturday, April 27
FrankenBike #93
10am–4pm • University Cyclery, 2901 N. Lamar Blvd. • Free
Beer from Independence Brewing Company and slices from Austin’s Pizza.
Thirsty Planet Brewery Tours
11am and 1:30pm • Thirsty Planet Brewery, 11160 Circle Drive • Free; RSVP required
Tour the brewery and sample some Thirsty Planet beers. Reserve your free tickets online — and hurry, because they usually sell out a few days before the tour.
Eeyore’s 50th Birthday Party
11am–Dark • Pease Park, Lamar @ MLK Blvd. • Free
You don’t know the true meaning of “Keep Austin Weird” until you’ve been to Eeyore’s Birthday Party. Imagine hundreds of hippies young and old gathering together to engage in all manner of costumed and/or partially clothed festivities — music, dancing, games, and whatever else feels like a good idea at the time. Hey, it may not be everyone’s cup of psychedelic tea, but it’s a milestone year for one of Austin’s time-honored traditions, and it’s a crazy spectacle worth checking out at least once.
Blanton Fifty Fest
Noon–Midnight • Blanton Museum, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. • Free
All-day arts celebration with live music, T-shirt screen-printing, an art lab, photobooths, door prizes and more. Headlining set by T Bird and the Breaks starts at 10pm.
Wimberley Valley Winery’s 30th Anniversary Party
1–5pm • Wimberley Valley Winery, 2825 Lone Mountain Rd., Driftwood • Free
Free wine slushies, live music from Matthew Ian, outdoor games, and food for sale from Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ.
Grand Opening of Baton Creole
3–7pm • Baton Creole, 907 E. 6th St. (Eastside Eats Food Court) • Free
Free Cajun food samples and complimentary beverages from Sailor Jerry Rum and Live Oak Brewery, with music by Gumbo Ce Soir and DJ Cut-a-Rug.
Free Show: Super Funky April Scootenanny
8pm • Scoot Inn, East 4th St. at Navasota • Free
Music by The Larues and Roxy Roca.
Sunday, April 28
Sunday Sociale at Bungalow
2–6pm • Bungalow, 92 Rainey St. • Free
$1 mimosas, $5 Bloody Mary bar, and $2 domestics — plus free crawfish and tacos with the purchase of a drink starting at 2 (get there early!). Music by uLOVEi & Abe the Assassin.
Free In-Store Performance: Jad Fair
5pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • Free
Free Show: New Order + Joy Division Cover Bands @ Cheer Up Charlie’s
8pm • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free
Monday, April 29
Avalanche @ Holy Mountain
9pm • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th Street • Free
A night of free music and comedy performances hosted by the very funny Chris Cubas.
Drunken Spelling Bee
9pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River • $5
Tuesday, April 30
Trailer Food Tuesdays
5–9pm • The Long Center Terrace, 701 W. Riverside Dr. • Free
Food for sale from several local food trucks, plus live music by Fingerpistol.
Free & Queer Cinema Presents: Top Gun
7–10pm • The ND, East 5th @ Brushy Street • Free
Free beer to the first 20 people and to anyone in booty shorts. Giveaways all night from Q Toys, AIDS Services of Austin and Birds Barbershop.
Budweiser’s Made in Austin Party
8pm–Midnight • ACL Live, 310 Willie Nelson Blvd. • Free; RSVP required (sold out for now)
Free show with Big Gigantic and Griz, with (free?) beer from Budweiser.
Attendance Records Spring Fever Showcase
9pm • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th Street • $5 donation
Music by Henry + The Invisibles, Royal Forest, Pharaohs, and Milezo. Proceeds benefit Attendance Records, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting teachers and students with local writers, artists and musicians.
Free Show: Dancinatra / End Wave / Poppy Red @ Cheer Up Charlie’s
9pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free
Wednesday, May 1
The Wine Down, featuring Suite 709
5–7pm • ACL Live at the W Hotel, 310 Willie Nelson Blvd. • Free
Bites from Bonneville, happy hour wine specials, and music by Suite 709.
Augusten Burroughs Talk and Signing @ BookPeople
7pm • BookPeople, 6th and Lamar • Free
Author Augusten Burroughs will speak and sign his latest book, “This is How.” The talk is free, but tickets to the signing are only available if you purchase of the paperback edition of the book from BookPeople.
Firefly Moonshine Launch Party
7:30–9pm • Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar, 506 West Ave. • Free
Free appetizers, moonshine tastings, and live music by Horseshoes & Hand Grenades.
Free Show: Wood & Wire @ Rattle Inn
8:30pm • Rattle Inn, 610 Nueces St. • Free
Free Stand-Up Comedy Wednesdays Showcase @ The Tap Room
10pm • The Tap Room, 4th and Colorado (under Six Lounge) • Free
![The Week in Cool: April 15-20Monday, April 15 Shinyribs Free In-Store Performance5pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • FreeWith free drinks by Z Tequila.Free Show: Lilly Hiatt @ Cactus Café7:30pm • Cactus Café, 2247 Guadalupe • FreeAvalanche @ Holy Mountain9pm • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th Street • FreeA night of music and comedy hosted by the very funny local comic Chris Cubas.Drunken Spelling Bee: Harry Potter Edition9pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • FreeHosted by Blake Midgette and Austin comedian Jake Flores.Motown on Mondays @ Frank9pm • Frank, 4th and Colorado • FreeMotown dance party featuring 60s classics and remixes by the MOM DJs.TNM Clubhouse — with Host Kath Barbadoro9:30pm • The New Movement Theater, 616 Lavaca St. • Pay what you wantTen comics performing 5-minute sets of new material, followed by 3 headliners.Tuesday, April 16Pizza/ Listening Party for Major Lazer1pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • FreeEat free pizza while listening to the new Major Lazer album.Meat Puppets In-Store Performance5pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • FreeFree beer from Shiner.Paper Cuts: Shakey Graves7–9pm • The Palm Door, 401 Sabine St. • Free; RSVP required for priority admission — sold out for nowFree food from Austin’s Pizza and free drinks from Pacifico and Dripping Springs Vodka. Music by Dikes of Holland. RSVP is required to reserve a spot on the guestlist, but additional guests will be allowed in starting at 7:30 if the party isn’t at capacity.Style & Wine 101 7–9pm • Estilo, 234 W. 2nd St. • Free; RSVP requiredWinemaker Federico Cerelli, of Castello di Gabbiano, will share some of his wines at an event showcasing men’s fashions styled by Estilo experts. To RSVP, email Stephanie@estiloaustin.com.Improv Zero: A Free Improv Comedy Class8pm • The New Movement Theater, 616 Lavaca St. • FreeFree improv workshop led by the pros at New Movement.theGlitoris Presents: TuezGayz Selena Tribute10pm–2am • Barbarella, 611 Red River St. • (Cover?)Celebrate Selena’s birthday with a night of musical tributes and costumes. $2 wells till 11.Wednesday, April 17The Wine Down, featuring Este Vato5–7pm • ACL Live at the W Hotel, 310 Willie Nelson Blvd. • FreeBites from Hickory Street, happy hour wine specials, and music by Sideshow Tragedy.Art Party @ Hyde Park Bar & Grill 5–7pm • Hyde Park Bar & Grill South, 4521 West Gate Blvd. • FreeComplimentary appetizer buffet at the debut of a new exhibit featuring works by Heather Meyer, Brian Imler and Karla Man.Fusebox Festival: Opening Night Parties6pm–Midnight • 912 Congress Ave. and other locations; see site for details • FreeCelebrate the kickoff of the 2013 Fusebox Festival (which runs April 17–28) with several free events. The Opening Night Happy Hour, featuring the Fusebox margarita, starts at 6pm, and the Opening Night Party gets going at 9pm. See the Fusebox website for the full schedule.Thursday, April 18Flaps & Taps @ The Buzz Mill5–8pm • The Buzz Mill, 1505 Town Creek Drive • FreeComplimentary draft beer tastings and $5 flapjack wraps.Tribeza Presents: The Lawn Party [POSTPONED until Wed. 4/24]6–9pm • French Legation Museum, 802 San Marcos St. • $10 (includes food & drinks)Spring fashion event featuring lots of food and beverages, which are included in the cover price. Food includes sliders, cotton candy, macarons, ice cream, and other selections provided by Frank, Max’s Wine Dive, Cornucopia, Cloud 9 Cotton Candy and Macarons by Jane. Drinks include cocktails by Deep Eddy Vodka and wine from Spicewood Vineyards, as well as Corona, Corona Light, Negra Modelo, and Modelo Especial. The event also features a fashion show, lawn games, and music by Ava Arenella.Unplugged at The Grove: Suzanna Choffel8pm • Shady Grove, 1624 Barton Springs Rd. • FreeFree show, drink specials. Additional parking available at Bicycle Sports Shop down the street at 517 S. Lamar Blvd.Friday, April 19Hops and Grain Brewery Tastings2–6pm Friday; Noon–4pm Saturday • Hops and Grain, 507 Calles St. • FreeThe tap room is open on Friday and Saturday afternoons, and brewery tours are at 1pm and 3pm on Saturday.Red Bull Sound Select Presents: Bun B9pm–2am • The ND, East 5th @ Brushy Street • $3Just $3 to see Bun B, along with Max Frost, Bagheera, Digital Wild. Tickets on sale at the door only.Fly Society Presents: Zeale / Phranchyze / Flash Fellowz / LNS Crew9pm–2am • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th St. • $5Great hip-hop lineup for five bucks.Freebie Friday: Adrienne Mack-Davis / The Holiday / The Wolf / Brut Force9:30pm–2am • Spider House, 2906 Fruth St. • FreeSaturday, April 20Spec’s Fest10am–7pm • Spec’s Arbor Walk, 10515 N. MoPac and Spec’s Brodie Lane, 4970 W. Hwy. 290 • FreeSample wines, beers, spirits and food, with special discounts, door prizes, and giveaways.5th Annual South First Street Art Walk10am • Multiple South Austin stores • FreeMusic, art and giveaways at several independent 78704 businesses. See the website for a list of participating stores.North Loop Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale-A-Bration11am–7pm • Multiple North Loop businesses • FreeFull day of food, specialty drinks, vintage shopping, giveaways and other festivities in North Loop’s local business district. See the website for a list of participating stores.Thirsty Planet Brewery Tours11am and 1:30pm • Thirsty Planet Brewery, 11160 Circle Drive • Free; RSVP requiredTour the brewery and sample some Thirsty Planet beers.Record Store DayCheck store hours • Multiple venues • FreeAustin’s independent record stores join a nationwide celebration, featuring special deals, about 400 exclusive releases, and record signings. Waterloo Records is hosting autograph sessions with Ian McLagan (3pm) and Roky Erikson (5pm). Other participants include End of an Ear, Encore Records, Antone’s Record Shop, Breakaway Records, and Musicmania. See the Record Store Day website for more info, and check with each store for hours.Pints for Pups Noon–3pm • Independence Brewing Co., 3913 Todd Lane #607 • $10 donationDonation gets you a commemorative pint glass that can be filled three times with various Independence brews. Music by The Warm Guns. Proceeds will benefit local dog shelters and advocacy groups.Free Show: Eagle Claw / Ink Blot / Lug / Brink of Disaster / Slurr8pm • Dirty Dog Bar, 505 E. 6th St. • FreeSphynx / Henry & the Invisibles / Chappo / Prom Date8:30pm–2am • Scoot Inn, East 4th St. at Navasota • $5Sphynx will debut their yet-to-be-released album, “Golden Garden.” Advance tix available online.Night Fever Volume XXXV: 420 Edition9pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 East 6th St. • $5 before 11pm, $8 afterA “soul shakedown party” with music by Hail Marley (Bob Marley tribute band), El John Selector, and Aquaman Chill.A Smoker’s Delight: Variety Show9:30pm • Frank, 4th and Colorado • $5Featuring performances by Phranchyze, The Bandulus, and Holiday Mountain.East Cameron Folkcore / Not In The Face / Gilded Splinters10pm • White Horse, 500 Comal St. • (Cover?)](http://25.media.tumblr.com/86dfb5d3e73a36387f391a2b0c38ac6a/tumblr_mlbapeOIa41qzi2swo1_1280.jpg)
The Week in Cool: April 15-20
Monday, April 15
Shinyribs Free In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • Free
With free drinks by Z Tequila.
Free Show: Lilly Hiatt @ Cactus Café
7:30pm • Cactus Café, 2247 Guadalupe • Free
Avalanche @ Holy Mountain
9pm • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th Street • Free
A night of music and comedy hosted by the very funny local comic Chris Cubas.
Drunken Spelling Bee: Harry Potter Edition
9pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • Free
Hosted by Blake Midgette and Austin comedian Jake Flores.
Motown on Mondays @ Frank
9pm • Frank, 4th and Colorado • Free
Motown dance party featuring 60s classics and remixes by the MOM DJs.
TNM Clubhouse — with Host Kath Barbadoro
9:30pm • The New Movement Theater, 616 Lavaca St. • Pay what you want
Ten comics performing 5-minute sets of new material, followed by 3 headliners.
Tuesday, April 16
Pizza/ Listening Party for Major Lazer
1pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • Free
Eat free pizza while listening to the new Major Lazer album.
Meat Puppets In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 600 N. Lamar • Free
Free beer from Shiner.
Paper Cuts: Shakey Graves
7–9pm • The Palm Door, 401 Sabine St. • Free; RSVP required for priority admission — sold out for now
Free food from Austin’s Pizza and free drinks from Pacifico and Dripping Springs Vodka. Music by Dikes of Holland. RSVP is required to reserve a spot on the guestlist, but additional guests will be allowed in starting at 7:30 if the party isn’t at capacity.
Style & Wine 101
7–9pm • Estilo, 234 W. 2nd St. • Free; RSVP required
Winemaker Federico Cerelli, of Castello di Gabbiano, will share some of his wines at an event showcasing men’s fashions styled by Estilo experts. To RSVP, email Stephanie@estiloaustin.com.
Improv Zero: A Free Improv Comedy Class
8pm • The New Movement Theater, 616 Lavaca St. • Free
Free improv workshop led by the pros at New Movement.
theGlitoris Presents: TuezGayz Selena Tribute
10pm–2am • Barbarella, 611 Red River St. • (Cover?)
Celebrate Selena’s birthday with a night of musical tributes and costumes. $2 wells till 11.
Wednesday, April 17
The Wine Down, featuring Este Vato
5–7pm • ACL Live at the W Hotel, 310 Willie Nelson Blvd. • Free
Bites from Hickory Street, happy hour wine specials, and music by Sideshow Tragedy.
Art Party @ Hyde Park Bar & Grill
5–7pm • Hyde Park Bar & Grill South, 4521 West Gate Blvd. • Free
Complimentary appetizer buffet at the debut of a new exhibit featuring works by Heather Meyer, Brian Imler and Karla Man.
Fusebox Festival: Opening Night Parties
6pm–Midnight • 912 Congress Ave. and other locations; see site for details • Free
Celebrate the kickoff of the 2013 Fusebox Festival (which runs April 17–28) with several free events. The Opening Night Happy Hour, featuring the Fusebox margarita, starts at 6pm, and the Opening Night Party gets going at 9pm. See the Fusebox website for the full schedule.
Thursday, April 18
Flaps & Taps @ The Buzz Mill
5–8pm • The Buzz Mill, 1505 Town Creek Drive • Free
Complimentary draft beer tastings and $5 flapjack wraps.
Tribeza Presents: The Lawn Party [POSTPONED until Wed. 4/24]
6–9pm • French Legation Museum, 802 San Marcos St. • $10 (includes food & drinks)
Spring fashion event featuring lots of food and beverages, which are included in the cover price. Food includes sliders, cotton candy, macarons, ice cream, and other selections provided by Frank, Max’s Wine Dive, Cornucopia, Cloud 9 Cotton Candy and Macarons by Jane. Drinks include cocktails by Deep Eddy Vodka and wine from Spicewood Vineyards, as well as Corona, Corona Light, Negra Modelo, and Modelo Especial. The event also features a fashion show, lawn games, and music by Ava Arenella.
Unplugged at The Grove: Suzanna Choffel
8pm • Shady Grove, 1624 Barton Springs Rd. • Free
Free show, drink specials. Additional parking available at Bicycle Sports Shop down the street at 517 S. Lamar Blvd.
Friday, April 19
Hops and Grain Brewery Tastings
2–6pm Friday; Noon–4pm Saturday • Hops and Grain, 507 Calles St. • Free
The tap room is open on Friday and Saturday afternoons, and brewery tours are at 1pm and 3pm on Saturday.
Red Bull Sound Select Presents: Bun B
9pm–2am • The ND, East 5th @ Brushy Street • $3
Just $3 to see Bun B, along with Max Frost, Bagheera, Digital Wild. Tickets on sale at the door only.
Fly Society Presents: Zeale / Phranchyze / Flash Fellowz / LNS Crew
9pm–2am • Holy Mountain, 617 East 7th St. • $5
Great hip-hop lineup for five bucks.
Freebie Friday: Adrienne Mack-Davis / The Holiday / The Wolf / Brut Force
9:30pm–2am • Spider House, 2906 Fruth St. • Free
Saturday, April 20
Spec’s Fest
10am–7pm • Spec’s Arbor Walk, 10515 N. MoPac and Spec’s Brodie Lane, 4970 W. Hwy. 290 • Free
Sample wines, beers, spirits and food, with special discounts, door prizes, and giveaways.
5th Annual South First Street Art Walk
10am • Multiple South Austin stores • Free
Music, art and giveaways at several independent 78704 businesses. See the website for a list of participating stores.
North Loop Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale-A-Bration
11am–7pm • Multiple North Loop businesses • Free
Full day of food, specialty drinks, vintage shopping, giveaways and other festivities in North Loop’s local business district. See the website for a list of participating stores.
Thirsty Planet Brewery Tours
11am and 1:30pm • Thirsty Planet Brewery, 11160 Circle Drive • Free; RSVP required
Tour the brewery and sample some Thirsty Planet beers.
Record Store Day
Check store hours • Multiple venues • Free
Austin’s independent record stores join a nationwide celebration, featuring special deals, about 400 exclusive releases, and record signings. Waterloo Records is hosting autograph sessions with Ian McLagan (3pm) and Roky Erikson (5pm). Other participants include End of an Ear, Encore Records, Antone’s Record Shop, Breakaway Records, and Musicmania. See the Record Store Day website for more info, and check with each store for hours.
Pints for Pups
Noon–3pm • Independence Brewing Co., 3913 Todd Lane #607 • $10 donation
Donation gets you a commemorative pint glass that can be filled three times with various Independence brews. Music by The Warm Guns. Proceeds will benefit local dog shelters and advocacy groups.
Free Show: Eagle Claw / Ink Blot / Lug / Brink of Disaster / Slurr
8pm • Dirty Dog Bar, 505 E. 6th St. • Free
Sphynx / Henry & the Invisibles / Chappo / Prom Date
8:30pm–2am • Scoot Inn, East 4th St. at Navasota • $5
Sphynx will debut their yet-to-be-released album, “Golden Garden.” Advance tix available online.
Night Fever Volume XXXV: 420 Edition
9pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 East 6th St. • $5 before 11pm, $8 after
A “soul shakedown party” with music by Hail Marley (Bob Marley tribute band), El John Selector, and Aquaman Chill.
A Smoker’s Delight: Variety Show
9:30pm • Frank, 4th and Colorado • $5
Featuring performances by Phranchyze, The Bandulus, and Holiday Mountain.
East Cameron Folkcore / Not In The Face / Gilded Splinters
10pm • White Horse, 500 Comal St. • (Cover?)
What’s Cool This Weekend: Dec. 15-16
Saturday, Dec. 15
Frankenbike
10am–4pm • Austin’s Yellow Bike Project, 1216 Webberville Road • Free; donations accepted
Bike swap meet with beer provided by Independence Brewing Co and pizza from Austin’s Pizza. Bring warm clothes and blankets to donate to Niki Covers The Cold.
Austin Flea Holiday Show benefiting SafePlace
11am–5pm • Emo’s East, 2015 E. Riverside • Free
Market of handmade and vintage wares from local vendors, with music by Graham Wilkinson.
Holiday Open House Party
5–9pm • Atianna Place Apartments, 709 Lamar Place • Free
Free hot spiced wine, wine tasting and Belgium-style beers all night. Complimentary BBQ brisket, holiday appetizers and desserts will be served from 6pm-9pm or until they’re gone.
House Wine Holiday Party
6pm–Midnight • House Wine, 408 Josephine St. • Free
Free wine tasting and Belgium-style beers all night. Complimentary holiday appetizers and desserts will be served from 7pm-9pm or until they’re gone. Holiday music by Doug Anthony and Chris Strand with friends.
Free Show: Once Per Axis / Sour Bridges / The Black Owl Society
9pm–1am • The Scoot Inn, East 4th and Navasota • Free
End of the World Party
9pm–1am • Frank, 4th and Colorado • $6
Music by Befriend the Bears, Calliope Musicals and The Sound of Curves.
Night Fever: Holiday Cheer
10pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 East 6th St. • No cover before 11p / $3 after 11p
Holiday cheer and vinyl grooves by DJ Boris Wright, Spence (Austin Boogie Crew), and DJ BSears (Magnetic Recordings.)
Sunday, Dec. 16
Austin Remixed
7:30–10:30pm • The ND, E. 5th @ Brushy Street • Free
Local musicians — including Dana Falconberry, DJ Orión, Adrian Quesada, Blaze, Graham Reynolds + Butcher Bear, and others — remix sounds recorded around Austin.
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The Week in Cool: October 5-7
Friday, October 5
SORNE at The Blackheart
9pm • The Blackheart, 86 Rainey St. • $5
Kebab-a-Keg-a-Raffle
9:30pm–2am • Mugshots, 407 E. 7th St. • Free
Improv comedy, Fun Fun Fun Fest karaoke, and a raffle with a chance to win FFF passes. Buy a kebab from Kebabalicious, get a free beer and a raffle ticket.
The Never Ending Comedy Contest
10:30pm • The New Movement Theater, 616 Lavaca • $5
Ten of Austin and San Antonio’s best comics go head to head. BYOB.
Saturday, October 6
Fender Airstream Visits Musicmakers
11am–5pm • Musicmakers Austin, 517-B South Lamar • Free
Free Austin’s Pizza, giveaways, and live music by What Made Milwaukee Famous, The Octanes and Aly Tadros & Co.
Independence Brewing Co. 1st Saturday Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting
12:30pm • Independence Brewing Co., 3913 Todd Lane #607 • Free
Free wristband entitles you to 3 free beer samples. Get there early because wristbands will run out.
Texas Saké 1yr Anniversary Birthday Bash
1–7pm • Texas Saké Company, 5501 N. Lamar • Free
Saké samples (1–2:30pm), food from Kome & Asahi Imports, organic tea from Zhi Tea, and music by Out of the Blue, The 145s, Ramsey Park Rounders, and Four Fights Per Pint.
Jewelry by Artists Exhibition and Sale
2–6pm • Gallery Black Lagoon, 4301 A. Guadalupe St. • Free
Free drinks and snacks and an exhibit of new designs by 10 local jewelry artists.
Banger’s Oktoberfest
2–6pm • Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden, 79 Rainey St. • Free
Real live horses, a yodeling competition, and live polka jams.
Longhorn Football Watch Party: UT vs. West Virginia
6pm • Brew Exchange, 706 W. 6th St. • Free
Free food from Man Bites Dog, local beer specials, $1-off “Mercy Pints” for WVU fans.
Wolves are Neato
7:30pm–2am • The Fort, 301 Chicon St., Unit G • $5 suggested donation
Free drinks from Drambuie and live music by Knifight, MaryAnn & the Revival Band, Moving Castles, Hikes, and Symbol.
Longhorn Tailgates
Bevo Boulevard
Noon–6pm • 18th Street between San Jacinto and Brazos • Free
Food, beer, rock climbing wall, photobooth, live pre-game broadcast and music by Eagle Eye Williamson, John Edward Baumann, and Pauline Reese. Ricky Williams will be signing autographs from 1-3pm.
KLBJ Tailgate
3–6pm • Parking lot at Brazos at MLK • Free and open to the public (21+)
Beverages, food, and activities.
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Horn-Ball Texas Tailgaters
Parking lot at Brazos at MLK • Free and open to the public, or upgrade to VIP
Tito’s Big Adventure Party this weekend — 4 bars, 2 food stations, 3 flat screen TVs. Buy a VIP card ($40) and get unlimited bar service and food all season, express line to bar, prime seating and a T-shirt. Email horn-ball@hotmail.com for more info.
Sunday, October 7
Skellies & Bikebot Present: Back to Bikes! ***Party of the Week***
7pm • The Eastern, 1511 E. 6th // Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th • Free; donations accepted
BBQ, bikes, raffle, and bands. Performances by Neiliyo, Amplified Heat, and Bali Yaaah. Raffle prizes from Royal Blue Grocery, Third Base, GoodPop, Fast Folks Cyclery, Tyler’s, G’Raj Mahal, The Brixton, Nada Moo, and others. The party starts at 7 at the Eastern and moves on to Hotel Vegas around 8. Bring school supplies or cash to donate to SafePlace.
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The Week in Cool: May 23-27
Our next showcase is this Sunday evening at Club DeVille! Some great bands are playing and there will be free beer for those who show up early enough. Click the poster for more details and to RSVP.
Wednesday, May 23
Great Lake Swimmers In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free beer from Shiner.
The Wine Down at ACL Live: Hudson Moore
5–7pm • ACL Live at Moody Theater, 310 W. 2nd St. • Free
Free show with food from Cru.
KVET Free Texas Music Series: Cory Morrow
6:30pm • Nutty Brown Café, 12225 Hwy. 290 West • Free
The Kinks Hoot Night
8pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th St. • $5
A tribute to the music of the Kinks, featuring Cowboy and Indian, Leopold and His Fiction, The Memphis Strange, Dumb, Sideshow Tragedy, and Johnny Coconu.
Free show: Equals, Roger Sellers, Goat of all Texas
8pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free
Step Into the Black Music Series
9pm–12am • Mercury Hall, 615 Cardinal Ln. • Free; RSVP required (now closed)
Free Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum cocktails and performances by The War on Drugs and DJ Rapid Ric.
Thursday, May 24
Mamma Jamma Kick Off Party 2012
6–8pm • GSD&M, 828 W. 6th St. • Free
Free snacks and drinks at a party to kick off fundraising for the annual Mamma Jamma Ride, an event that benefits Texans with breast cancer.
Mohawk Beach Party Series Presents: Braves and Babes
6–9pm • Mohawk, 10th and Red River St. • Free
Beach-themed dance party in honor of Miguel Angel/uLOVEi’s birthday, with Frank hotdogs, cake, candy, drink specials, pools, games, and ticket giveaways.
Austin Social Affair’s Memorial Weekend Kickoff Event
6–10pm • Dogwood, 715 W. 6th St. • $5 donation
Complimentary Stoli cocktails from 6–7pm at a benefit for the Wrapped in Love Foundation.
Hot Glass Cold Beer
7pm • East Side Glass Studio, 507 Calles Street • Free
Glass blowing demonstrations and beer tastings from Hops and Grain.
Friday, May 25
Tortoise & Blonde Launch Party
4–8pm • Eastside Supply Co., 1105 East 6th St. • Free
Free beer, music and Sanctuary Printshop T-shirts (while they last).
Indoor Campout Party and Product Launch for Campsite #5
6–9pm • The WonderCraft, 1601 E. Cesar Chavez • Free
Free beer, food, s’mores and music. Take home free cacti and succulents from Tree-House while supplies last.
Missbehave Boutique’s 3rd Birthday Celebration
6–9pm • Missbehave Boutique, 237 W. 2nd St. • Free
Complimentary champagne, food from Cantina Laredo, manicures and special discounts.
Art Show: Austin Series Vol.2, Brushed Medium
7–10pm • Gallery Black Lagoon, 4301 A. Guadalupe St. • Free
Complimentary drinks provided by Deep Eddy Vodka, Circle Brewing Company, Texas Tea & Texas Springs at the opening reception for several local artists.
Free Show: Oh No Oh My / Sunsquabi / The Cartographers / Big Words
8pm–2am • Frontier, 2421 Webberville Rd. • Free
Free vodka drinks from 9-10pm.
Saturday, May 26
Saints of Valory EP Release Show
8pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St. • Free
Free show with Maggie Koerner.
The Good Music Club V
7pm • The ND, East 5th at Brushy St. • Free
Free show with The Boxing Lesson, Good Field, White Dress, and Mr. Lewis & The Funeral Five.
Méduse Jellyfish Lounge Soft Opening Party
9pm–2am • Méduse Jellyfish Lounge, 219 Congress Ave. • Free
We don’t have many details on this one, but suffice it to say the bar has a 350-gallon jellyfish habitat.
Sunday, May 27
CoolinAustin Presents: Megafauna / Airplanes Above Us / Girl Dreams
6–11pm • Club DeVille, 900 Red River St. • $5 donation
Join us on Sunday for an evening showcase featuring three of Austin’s most badass rock bands. In honor of Memorial Day weekend, proceeds from the show will benefit the Texas VFW Foundation, a nonprofit that supports veterans and their families. Doors are at 6pm, and set times are: Girl Dreams at 7pm, Megafauna at 8pm, Airplanes Above Us at 9pm. Stay tuned for more announcements!
The Week in Cool: May 10-15
Thursday, May 10
Kendra Scott Trunk Show
5–8pm • Gap Arboretum, 10000 Research Blvd. • Free
Complimentary cocktails from Tito’s Vodka and cupcakes from Hey Cupcake.
Presmer Trunk Show
6–9pm • Estilo Boutique, 234 W. 2nd St. • Free
Complimentary champagne and Delish cupcakes.
Art Over Alzheimer’s
6–9:30 • Platinum Office, 360 Nueces St. #40 • Free
Food, drinks, silent auction of 10 original works, and raffle to support The Alzheimer’s Association.
BASHH (Big Ass Social Happy Hour)
7pm • The Ranch, 710 W 6th St. • Free
Get there early and score some free drink tickets.
Do512 Presents: Wild Child, Sorne
8pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St. • Free w/ RSVP
The Boxing Lesson / Megafauna / Residual Kid
10pm–2am • The ND, 501 N. IH 35 • $6
Friday, May 11
Anders Osborne In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free beer from Shiner.
Melogrand CD Release Party
9pm–2am • Frontier Bar, 2421 Webberville Rd. • Free
Free Skyy Vodka drinks from 9–10pm. Music by Melogrand, End Wave, Wiretree, & Adam Torres.
Saturday, May 12
Thirsty Planet Brewery Tour and Tasting
11am–3pm • Thirsty Planet Brewing Co., 11160 Circle Dr. • Free; RSVP required
Austin Chef Showdown
11:30am–2:30pm • Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St. • Free
Free food from Tacodeli, Kerbey Lane, Hoover’s, Hill’s Café, Tom’s Tabooley, How Do You Roll and lots of others. Music by Best Best Best Friends.
Austin Beerworks’ 1st Anniversary Extravaganzacon
Noon–3pm, 3–6pm • Austin Beerworks, 3009 Industrial Terrace, Suite 150 • Free; RSVP required
Party at the brewery! In addition to the normal lineup, they’ll tap Battle Axe, Sputnik, and Gold Fist, as well as two special anniversary beers. To attend, keep a close eye on the Austin Beerworks Facebook page — they’re releasing 100 tickets to each session every day until Friday.
Austin Writes Music Presents: Dive Austin Dive ***Party of the Week***
9pm–2am • Swan Dive, 615 Red River • $7
Benefit for Austin Pets Alive with music by The Couch, The White White Lights, Little Radar, and Kinky Machine. Complimentary Tito’s Vodka drinks for the first 100 people in the door.
Sunday, May 13
Second Sunday Sock Hop
10pm–2am • Shangri-La, 1016 E. 6th Street • $5
The Mother’s Day edition of the monthly dance party at ‘Shang’ celebrates the ladies of the ’50s and ’60s.
Tuesday, May 15
The Austin Chronicle Presents: Paper Cuts
7–9pm • The Palm Door, 401 Sabine St. • Free; RSVP required for priority admission
Free drinks and food from Austin’s Pizza. Music by The Golden Boys. RSVP is required to reserve a spot on the guestlist, but additional guests will be allowed in starting at 7:30 if the party isn’t at capacity.
The Week in Cool: Cinco de Mayo Edition
Friday, May 4
Serious Whimsy: Paintings by Jeana Baumgardner & Maggie Kleinpeter
7–10pm • Gallery Black Lagoon, 4301 A. Guadalupe St. • Free
Complimentary drinks and food, with DJ’ing by Jeff Strange
BacardiPlus Fest
7pm–2am • “The Main” (original Emo’s), 603 Red River • Free; RSVP required
Free Bacardi drinks and music by Big Gigantic, Paper Diamond, GOBI, and Richard Gear. RSVP on Facebook.
Vagina :: The Zine’s Spring Issue Launch Party
8pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free
Free show with music by The Couch, Fellows, and signs.
Saturday, May 5
Live Oak BBQ One Year Anniversary Party
11am–6pm • Live Oak Barbecue, 2713 East 2nd St. • Free beer; food for sale
Crazy meat party with “a mixed assortment of full loins, all kinds of ribs, large steaks, butterflied poultry, sausages as far as the eye can see, and even a few skinned vegetables & tubers for our veg-head friends.” Buy a meat wristband (MEAT WRISTBAND, people!) and get free beer. Food will be ready starting around 2pm.
Tacorama
Noon–3pm • Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St. • Free
Free food, refreshments, music, and activities. Live performances by Southwest Key Ballet Folklorico, Tejano Star AJ Castillo, and the “Cruisin’ Music King” Trampia Guzman. Suggested donation of non-perishable food items for the Capital Area Food Bank.
L Style G Style Cinco de Mayo Issue Release Party
Noon–3pm • Uncle Billy’s on Lake Travis, 6550 Comanche Trail, B-201 • Free; RSVP required
Free taco bar and one free cocktail.
Drinko De Mayo 2012 **Party of the Week**
2pm–2am • Frontier Bar, 2421 Webberville Rd. • Free
This one sounds loco and I like it: Free beer, 30-foot water slide, Chihuahua races, moon bounce, washers, skeeball contest, piñata contest, water balloon fight, and “The Jackuzzi” — a Jack Daniels-sponsored jacuzzi. Music by Scorpion Child, Hydra Melody, The Young Maths, and others.
The White Horse Presents: Cinco de Mayo Block Party
2pm–2am • The White Horse, 500 Comal St. • Free; donations encouraged
Benefit show for The Revival Fund with music by The Harvest Thieves, The Dalles, Salesman, Lord Buffalo, El Pan, Revenants, The Sideshow Tragedy, Franny&Zooey, and Equals.
La Condesa’s Cinco de Mayo Block Party
4–10pm • West 2nd Street between Guadalupe and San Antonio • Free
Music by Bombasta, La Guerrilla, Mariachi Tamazula, Charanga Cakewalk, Este Vato, Ocote Soul Sounds (DJ set) and Deejay Honeycomb. Food and beverages from La Condesa, Malaga, Cazadores Tequila, Dos XX and Tecate.
Say Om Yoga Grand Opening Party
6–9pm • Say Om Yoga, 5000 Slaughter Lane, Ste. 201 • Free
Free adult beverages, kombucha, food, henna, moon bounce, giveaways, and music by DJ Spacebar.
Cinco De Mayo Party at 1st Down and Stassney
6pm • 1st Down and Stassney Sports Bar & Grill, 730 W. Stassney #120 • Free
Free fajita cookout with games, prizes and music.
The Avengers After-Party
7pm • The Highball, 1142 S. Lamar • Free
Superhero-themed cocktails and trivia hosted by Dragon’s Lair Comics and Fantasy. Come dressed as your favorite Avengers character and get a free poster or graphic novel.
Cinco de Mayo Barrio Boombox
7pm–2am • The Volstead & Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th St. • $7
Piñatas, tequila, tacos and music by El Tule, Migrant Kids, Este Vato, Rocoroyo, Double Trouble, Chorizo Funk, and Peligrosa All-Stars.
Sunday, May 6
Blue Dog Rescue’s Perros de Mayo
Noon–8pm • 304 W. 4th St. (Formerly Ginger Man / Ghost Room) • Free
Free food and drinks, including the release of Real Ale’s Devil’s Backbone Belgian Style Tripel. Live music by San Saba County, Nathan Hamilton, The Boxcar Preachers, and more. Benefits Blue Dog Rescue.
The Week in Cool: April 25-30
That’s right … the Party of the Week is in San Marcos! Plot twist!!
Wednesday, April 25
Mel’s Meals Round Rock Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
4–6pm • Mel’s Meals, 1208 N. IH 35 Suite W • Free; RSVP requested
Complimentary skinny margaritas by Z Tequila, soda by SANS soda, and music by Daniel Park.
Heartless Bastards In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free beer from Shiner.
The Wine Down @ ACL Live: Candace Bellamy
5–7pm • ACL Live at Moody Theater, 310 W. 2nd St. • Free
Free show with food by with bites from Hickory Street.
Jenny Lawson: “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened”
7pm • BookPeople, 6th and Lamar • Free
Jenny Lawson speaks about her new book. The talk is free, but you need to buy the book from BookPeople to have it signed.
KVET Free Texas Music Series: Casey Donahew Band w/ Curtis Grimes
8pm • Nutty Brown Café, 12225 Hwy. 290 West • Free
Fusebox Festival
April 25–May 6 • Various times, locations and covers
One of Austin’s most unique festivals, Fusebox features a broad variety of art, theater and dance performances. Many of the events are free or under $10. Check the website for full schedule.
Thursday, April 26
Uncle Billy’s 5th Anniversary Party
11am–Midnight • Uncle Billy’s Brewery & BBQ, 1530 Barton Springs Road • Free
Half-price appetizers and $3 pints all day, plus music by Paul Renna.
Chewing the Fat: Delicious Conversations & Free Waffles
Noon–1pm Thu., Fri., Sat. • Fusebox Festival Hub, 1100 E. 5th St. • Free
You guessed it: free waffles! Chat with Fusebox Artistic Director Ron Berry on Thursday, Steve Moore on Friday, and Phil Soltanoff & Rob Ramirez on Saturday.
Mickey Hart Autograph Signing
5–8pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Mickey Hart of The Grateful Dead will sign copies of his new album, Mysterium Tremendum.
Wild Flour Cakery & Boutique Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening Weekend
5:30pm • Wild Flour Cakery & Boutique, 316 N Main St., Suite B, Buda • Free
Ribbon-cutting celebration with free treats from the bakery.
AYC’s 3rd Annual Non-Profit Fair
6–7:30pm • LiveStrong, 2201 East 6th St. • Free for AYC members, $5 for non-members
Food, drinks, and networking opportunities at a party showcasing 20 local non-profits.
Beauty For a Purpose
6–9pm • Plain Ivey Jane, 408 W. 2nd St. • Free; donations encouraged
Complimentary wine, cupcakes, mini-makeovers, and music by DJ Mr. Burnz. Benefits ALLIES, an Austin coalition dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking.
Pinups for Paws Fundraiser
6–9pm • House Wine, 408 Josephine St. • Free
Complimentary appetizers from 7-9. Benefits local dog shelters.
Bangles & Booze: A Do512 Trunk Show
7pm • Do512 Lounge, 2208 S. Lamar • Free; RSVP required
Trunk show with complimentary treats and beverages.
Austin Social Affair’s 1st Annual Margarita Mixer
7pm • The Rattle Inn, 610 Nueces St. • $5 donation
A benefit for the Make-A-Wish Foundation with complimentary Z Tequila margaritas from 7–8pm, drink specials and sales from local vendors.
Unplugged at the Grove with The Gourds
8pm • Shady Grove, 1624 Barton Springs Rd. • Free
Free outdoor show + drink specials.
Thursday Night Social Club
8pm • ColdTowne Theater, 4803-B Airport Blvd. • $5
Every Thursday in April, ColdTowne is opening early to provide free beer and snacks before the improv comedy show.
The Boxing Lesson 7inch Vinyl Release Party
9pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th St. • $5
The Boxing Lesson celebrates the launch of their new record, featuring performances by Purple, [paperthreat] & The Hi-Tones.
Feist Afterparty featuring Dana Falconberry
10pm • Stubb’s Indoors, 800 Red River St. • Free
Free Dana Falconberry show after Feist performs outside.
Moontower Comedy & Oddity Festival: Charlie Hodge
10:30pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • Free
Free comedy show.
MR Fest 2012 **Party of the Week**
April 26–28 • Multiple venues around San Marcos Square • Free
Free shows by more than 100 artists, including some of Austin’s best bands: Quiet Company, White Denim, Knifight, Stereo Is a Lie, The White White Lights, Boyfrndz, The Sour Notes, Sphynx, The Eastern Sea, Little Radar, Marmalakes, and Wild Child. Presented by KTSW 899.
Friday, April 27
Del Castillo In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free beer from Shiner.
Lige Williamson, Barebones Orchestra, All Eyes Closed, We The Sea Lions, Pocket Rockets, Boy + Kite
6pm–2am • Skinny’s Ballroom, 115 San Jacinto Blvd. • Cover?
Red Beard Promotions Presents: The Nouns + Follow That Bird + Country Mice + Hot Rod Radio
8pm–2am • Swan Dive, 615 Red River • $5
Saturday, April 28
15th Annual Buda Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races
8am–6pm • Main Street and San Antonio St., Buda • $3 adults, free for kids 12 and under
Wiener dogs racing each other! Also: cook-off, bake-off, pet parade, washer tournament and lots of other activities. Benefits the Buda Lions Club.
Austin Dragon Boat Festival
10am–3pm • Festival Beach at Town Lake, Waller St. @ Festival Beach Rd. • Free
Another distinctly Austin event, the Dragon Boat Festival features dragon boat races, dancing, music, martial arts, games, food, and more.
Eeyore’s 49th Annual Birthday Party
11am–Dark • Pease Park, Lamar and MLK • Free
One of Austin’s oldest traditions, this crazy hippie-fest has something for almost everyone — hula hoops, maypoles, face painting, music, and a lot more. Feel free to come in costume and bring an instrument, and prepare to experience the original standard for keeping Austin weird.
EcoAustin Spring Fling
Noon–6pm • Hops & Grain Brewery, 507 Calles Street #101 • $10 suggested donation
Free Hops & Grain beer and live music by The Niel Nasset Band, Patton Sparks, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, Taylor Pritchet, and Dallas Seely. Donations benefit the Trail Foundation of Austin.
South Austin Pitch and Pooch Family Golf Outing and Canine Extravaganza
Noon–8pm • Butler Park Pitch and Putt, 301 Lee Barton Drive • $5 suggested donation
A benefit for The Dream Come True Foundation featuring food catered by P. Terry’s, a dog costume contest, a silent auction, golf, music and dance performances.
Applied Pressure presents: NickNack - State Machine LP Release Party
9pm–2am • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St. • Free
Sets by NickNack and The LOEGz, Lophi, BoomBaptist, ABT, Bird Peterson, Kid Slyce, 4th Wall, Hobo D, and Goon.
Blue October Afterparty featuring Eyes Burn Electric
11pm • Stubb’s Indoors, 800 Red River St. • Free
Free Eyes Burn Electric show after Blue October performs outside.
Sunday, April 29
Jessie Street Eats Grand Opening
11am–2pm • Jessie Street Eats, 415 Jessie St. • Free
Live music, free beer, and food from Clem’s Hot Diggity Dogs, Mister Fruit Cup, Bahn-Bahn, Chocosutra, Ice Cream Social, Fatback Boucherie, plus an eating contest featuring Hungry Todd Rungy.
Oldies But Goodies
Noon–3pm • Parts + Labour, 1117 South Congress Ave. • Free; donations accepted
A benefit for Austin Pets Alive featuring complimentary snacks and beverages from Jo’s Coffee and Tito’s Vodka, dog treats from Sugar Mama’s, a raffle, a dog photo booth, and a chance to adopt some older loveable dogs.
Mohawk Beach Party Series Presents: Burgess Meredith
5–9pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • Free
Food by Frank, sno-cones, giveaways, drink specials, and music by Burgess Meredith + DJ Saturday Night Matador. Sponsored by Pucker Vodka, Crispin Cider and Frank.
Little Radar Album Release Show, with The Couch + The Baker Family
8pm–2am • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • $6
Our friends Little Radar celebrate the release of their first full-length album.
Monday, April 30
The Good Music Club #4
7pm • The ND @ 501 Studios, 501 N. I-35 • Free
Free show and professional live taping with 5-song sets by Lonesome Heroes, The Sour Notes, Frank Smith & The Dalles. The first 100 drinks are sponsored by Tito’s Vodka.
The Week in Cool: April 18-23
This week is brought to you by the color green.
Wednesday, April 18
The Wine Down: Ariel Abshire
5–7pm • ACL Live at Moody Theater, 310 W. 2nd St. • Free
Free show with food by Coal Vines.
Tom Angleberger: “Fake Mustache”
6–7pm • BookPeople, 6th and Lamar • Free
Talk and book signing with free Austin’s Pizza.
Thursday, April 19
Joe Pug In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free beer from Shiner.
Tapeña Meet-Up
5–7pm • Roaring Fork, 701 Congress Ave. • Free, RSVP required
Tapeña wines paired w/ complimentary tapas.
Green Alley Salon & The Care Communities Fundraiser
6–8:30pm • Green Alley Salon, 6905 Dallas Dr. • Free; donations encouraged; RSVP required
Free beer from Independence Brewery, cocktails from Chaos Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres provided by Bittersweet Cakes & Catering, cookies from Tiff’s Treats, mini cheesecakes by Nonie’s Sweeties, chair massages, swag bags, and music by Haydn Vitera. Benefits The Care Communities.
House Gallery Opening Reception
7–11pm • House Gallery, 2206 New York Ave. • Free
Complimentary beverages at a gallery reception for artists Alejo Ramírez and Noah Marion.
Unplugged at the Grove: Hudson Moore
8pm • Shady Grove, 1624 Barton Springs Rd. • Free
Free outdoor show + drink specials.
Collective of Lady Arm Wrestlers presents: CLAW2
8–11pm • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St. • Free; donations accepted
Eight competitors arm wrestle for charity. Benefits Austin nonprofit The Upside of Down.
Melvins Afterparty with Tweak Bird, Sky Crawler, and Boars
10pm–2am • Red 7, 611 East 7th St. • Free
Free show.
HAAM Corporate Battle of the Bands Afterparty
11pm–2am • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St. • $5
Mad Men-themed cocktail party with food from Pink Avocado, drink specials from Tito’s Vodka, performances by Zeale and Learning Secrets, and a photobooth. Benefits the Heath Alliance for Austin Musicians.
Friday, April 20
Willie Nelson Statue Unveiling Ceremony
4pm • 2nd and Lavaca Streets • Free
The unveiling ceremony will feature an appearance by the man himself as well as other Texas musicians.
Gary Primich All-Star Tribute In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and refreshments from Shiner.
420 Dirtbags Showcase
5pm–1am • Billy Cannon’s Smoke & Ink, 6800 West Gate Blvd. Ste 117 • $5
Free beer, DJs, and live music.
Fire Fest Presents: The Matchbox Showcase
7pm–Midnight • The Trophy Club, 310 E 6th St. • Free w/ RSVP
Free beer if you Like Fire Fest on Facebook. Performances by Holiday, Bobby Jealously, Burning Avalanche, The Wolf, Black Tabs, and La Migra.
Austin’s Green City Mixer ***Party of the Week***
7pm–Midnight • House + Earth, 1214 West 6th St. • Free; RSVP requested
Celebrate Earth Day with free beer from Hops and Grain, tequila mixers from Republic Tequila, wine tasting by Duchman Family Winery, food from Veggytopia and Urban Roots, chair massages, and live music. RSVP here.
Top Notch Movie Night: Dazed and Confused
8–10:30pm • Top Notch Hamburgers, 7525 Burnet Rd. • Free
A special 4/20 screening of Richard Linklater’s classic flick, with food specials and door prizes from Oat Willie’s. Bring lawn chairs.
Red River Noise presents: Amplified Heat, Scorpion Child & Professor Cowboy
9pm–1am • Swan Dive, 615 Red River St. • $6
Chad Swiatecki’s Birthday Show
9pm–2am • Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th St. • $5
Music by The Nouns, The Ugly Beats, The Golden Boys, and The Black.
Night Fever! Volume XXIV: 420 Edition
9pm–2am • Volstead Lounge, 1500 E. 6th St. • Free
Music by DJ Chicken George, DJ Manny, Richard.Gear, and El Dopa.
’80s Dance Party
11pm–2am • Highball, 1142 S. Lamar • Free
Saturday, April 21
Record Store Day in Austin
All day • Record stores all over town • Free
Show your local independent record stores some love and they’ll return the favor with giveaways, discounts, and sales of limited edition vinyl. Garbage (yes, *the* Garbage) is even scheduled to make an appearance at Waterloo. Check out Do512 for a list of participating stores.
Thirsty Planet Brewery Tour
11am • Thirsty Planet Brewing Co., 11160 Circle Drive • Free; RSVP required
IBIZ Districts Spring Fling
11am–5pm • Various locations • Free
Several events around town will promote local businesses with sales, giveaways, food, drinks, scavenger hunts, and games: South First Art Walk, “Just Say Hi” Scavenger Hunt, Lo-Burn Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale, and North Loop Spring Fling Sidewalk Sale.
Pints for Pups
Noon–3pm • Independence Brewing, 3913 Todd Lane #607 • $10 donation
Drink beer, listen to music, save puppies. Your donation gets you a pint glass that can be filled three times.
Twin Liquors April Open House
2–6pm • Twin Liquors Hancock Center, 1000 E. 41st St., Ste. 810 • Free
Free wine, spirits, and beer.
Uncle Billy’s Lake Travis Brewery Tour
4pm • Uncle Billy’s Lake Travis, 6550 Comanche Trail, Unit B • Free
Riverside Villas Grand Opening
4–6pm • Riverside Villas, 2001 Faro Drive • Free
Free cupcakes from Hey Cupcake and live music by local singer/songwriter Ricky Stein and The Warm Guns.
Karaoke Underground
10pm–2am • Dive Bar, 1703 Guadalupe • Free
Free karaoke night with more than 600 punk and indie classics to choose from.
Sunday, April 22
Urban Betty’s 5th Annual Clothing Swap
2–5pm • Urban Betty, 1206 W 38th St., Suite 1107 • Free; RSVP required
Swap your gently worn clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry, scarves and belts. Unclaimed items will be donated to Safe Place. Ladies only.
Monday, April 23
Clubhouse: A Standup Comedy Show
9–10:15pm • The New Movement Theater Downtown, 616 Lavaca • Pay what you want
Ten comics each perform five minutes of all-new material. The show is hosted by Kath Barbadoro, with special guests including Grow Up Radio’s Seth Cockfield, The Encyclopedia Show’s Katie Pengra, and Stag Comedy’s Mac Blake.
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The Weekend Ahead: Jan. 20-22
Friday, Jan. 20
Art Attack by Amity
5-8pm • Duo Austin, 225 W. 2nd Street • Free
Local art showcase with a build-your-own cupcake bar, cocktails, and a drawing for 25% off a custom commissioned piece.
Blowout VII Opening Reception
7pm • Gallery Black Lagoon, 4301 Guadalupe Street • Free
Complimentary drinks, food, live music, and displays of works by UT art students.
Elizabeth Engelhardt Book Signing
7pm • BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar Blvd. • Free
Author Elizabeth Engelhardt will speak and sign her new book, “Mess of Greens.” The event, presented by Edible Austin Magazine, features tastings inspired by the book and complimentary beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company.
DJ Hot Britches! at Mohawk
9pm–2am • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • Free
Hot Britches! will be playing a mix of indie jams, disco, chill wave, dream pop and more. No cover.
SceneTap Launch Party
10:30pm–12:30am • Trophy Room, 310 E. 6th St. / Soho Lounge, 217 E. 6th St.
11pm–1am • Haven Lounge, 409 Colorado St. • Free
Multi-venue launch party for a new mobile app. Get a free Grey Goose or Bacardi cocktail if you have SceneTap downloaded on your phone.
Saturday, Jan. 21
Austin Gorilla Run After Party ***Event of the Week***
10am • 4th Street between Lavaca and Colorado (near Fado Irish Pub) • Donations encouraged
Free food from Fado and live music by Achachay and SPEAK. Entry is free, but there is a suggested donation to benefit the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Fund.
81 Poppies Fall Overstock Trunk Show at Plain Ivey Jane
2–7pm • Plain Ivey Jane, 408 W. 2nd St. • Free
Complimentary beverages and snacks, a wine tasting from 4–6pm, and discounts on fall and spring items.
Nora and Bethany’s Texas 4000 Benefit Show
9pm–1am • Carousel Lounge, 1110 E. 52nd St. • Suggested donation of $5-$10
Music by The Soapbox Spellbinders, Three Leaf, The Grapes, and Band of Liars. BYO liquor and/or buy beer & wine at the bar. Proceeds benefit Texas 4000, a nonprofit that raises money for cancer research.
Larissa Ness Album Release & Video Premiere Party w/ Zeale
9pm–2am • The ND, East 5th at Brushy Street • Free
Music by DJ Andrew Parsons, Zeale, and Larissa Ness.
The Strawberry Piranhas and Bandfire Quartet @ Caffe Medici
9–11pm • Caffe Medici, 2222 Guadalupe St. • $5
Homecoming show for The Strawberry Piranhas and Bandfire Quartet. Free beer while it lasts.
Sunday, Jan. 22
Cash Mob at HOPE Farmers Market
11am • HOPE Farmers Market, 414 Waller St. • Free (but bring cash)
Be part of a new project to support local business by bringing at least $10 to spend en masse on good stuff at the farmers market.
Befriend the Bears EP Release
8pm–2am • The Parish, 214 E. Sixth St. • $6
Music by Befriend the Bears, the White White Lights, Shakey Graves, and Rikavista. The first 50 people in the door get a free Lone Star. Plus: a photo booth and a chance to win an iPod Shuffle with music by all the bands.
Off Night On
7pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • Free
Free night of comedy at the Mohawk featuring The New Movement improv group.
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