Austin Festivals, Special Events

February

Carnival Brasileiro. The spirit of Rio comes to the Capitol City.

March

Star of Texas Rodeo. Put on your western wear and watch a rodeo at this major event.

SXSW. Held at venues throughout town, this national event draws musicians, filmmakers, and industry professionals--plus a lot of people who just want to hear good music. Always scheduled for the week of UT's Spring Break.

April

Capitol 10,000 Road Race. One of top races in the nation, this event sends thousands of runners through Austin's streets.

Old Pecan Street Arts Festival. This festival features arts and crafts, live outdoor music, and food.

Austin Nature Center Safari, Austin Nature Center

Eeyore’s Birthday Party, Pease Park

Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival

Wildflower Days Festival. National Wildflower Research Center

May

Museum of Art Fiesta Laguna Gloria.

Cinco de Mayo, Fiesta Gardens

Flora Rama, Zilker Botanical Gardens

O. Henry Pun-Off, O. Henry Museum

June

Clarksville-West End Jazz and Arts Festival, West End

Hyde Park Historic Homes Tour, Hyde Park

Juneteenth Freedom Festival, Fiesta Garden

July

Annual Summer Musicals, Zilker Hillside Theater

Austin Symphony Fourth of July Concert, Town Lake

Bastille Day Celebration, French Legation

Freedom Festival and Fireworks, Zilker Park

September

Diez y Seis de Septiembre, Fiesta Gardens

October

Halloween on Sixth Street. One of the country's largest Halloween celebrations, this event is aimed primarily at adults.

December

Zilker Park Tree Lighting and Trail of Lights, Zilker Park

 

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