Things to do in Austin this week
Explore the best events and things to do in Austin, from parties and live shows to pop-ups, community events, and more.Updated September 24, 2026Location
"suspended belief" closing reception
Sat at 6pm · Austin
Free and open to the public!
Schedule
6-7 pm | Viewing hours
7-8 pm | Artist talk moderated by Andy Dean + Q&A
8-9 pm | Viewing hours
Rewon's second solo exhibition, "suspended belief," brings together paintings, drawings, poetry, and multimedia sculptures that reflect on her experience of leaving the evangelical Christian faith she was raised in.
Organized into four chapters—Genesis, Exodus, Lamentations, and Revelation—the exhibition traces the arc of the artist’s religious deconstruction, from inherited belief to questioning, grieving, and rebuilding identity.
By holding nostalgia alongside critical inquiry, "suspended belief" explores what is gained and what is lost when we question the narratives we inherit.
Original works, art prints, poetry zines, and t-shirts will be available for purchase.RSVP Here
Hyde Park Storytelling x Austin Unconducted *ASL Intrepreted*
Sat at 7pm · Austin
Back by popular demand! Austin Unconducted & Hyde Park Storytelling are joining forces for a 2nd time for unforgettable pairing of live music & live storytelling!
❌ If you’re on the “waitlist” or “interested” we do not have enough space. Please enjoy one of the other great events our beautiful city has to offer!
✅ If you’re RSVP’d as “going” we are expecting you. There is limited space in Batch's backyard. We encourage you to arrive early to claim a place to sit.
Three storytellers share true, personal stories and each story is thematically paired with a musical performance chosen to mirror, deepen, or transform the emotional arc of the story just told.
The Program:
Katia Beaugeais - Like Snowdrops You Will Shine
Jessie Montgomery - Break Away
Stravinsky - Concerto in D for String Orchestra
Ryan Truesdell - Heart of Gold
Pharoah Sanders - Love is Everywhere
Storytellers:
Roxy Castillo
Mohamad “Moe” Hoteit
Jared Polivka
7 PM - Doors
8 PM - Stories start
If anyone hoping to attend needs assistance in accommodation please contact us.
👥 All stories are true and some performers are telling for the first time.
👥 Bring your full hearts, warmth, and kindness as folks share their true stories.
🕖 You should get here around 7 and say hi to a new friend.
🪑Space is very limited.
⏱️ The show is 60-70 minutes.
🍷Outside food & drinks are not permitted (other than a water bottle).
🍺 Grab a drink or kolache from Batch or the other food trucks on site.
🚕 We highly recommend ride-sharing.
🚗 There is limited parking spots in the lot. Street parking is available. Plan accordingly! Remember, do not block driveways.
For other questions, please post a comment or send an email to hello@HydeParkStorytelling.comRSVP Here
hear me roar
Sat at 6pm · Austin
I specialize in candid photographs and videos that capture the inner spirit and essence of the people I encounter.
Come watch these strange little fragments of life, find inspiration in them, and maybe even catch a glimpse of yourself somewhere along...RSVP Here
Onshore Tour
Sat at 8pm · Austin
THE SEASON DOESN’T END WHEN SUMMER DOES.
Yacht Week is going on Tour. 🛥️
Whether you’ve sailed with us before or you’re still waiting for your chance to make it onto the yacht, bring your crew, or come find your people, and get a taste of Yacht Week on land.
🎧 DJs until midnight
- LEFT LUCID, FIG, and more!
🍸 Drinks flowing until close
🪩 Dancing all night
The yacht may be in the water.
The party isn’t.
Add your friends and share the link! Everyone is welcome.
See you there 🛥️🥂🌊RSVP Here
The Link Up Launch Party
Sun at 7pm · Austin
BIPOC-SAPPHIC LAUNCH PARTY
Get ready for an unforgettable night! 🤎Join us for The Link Up ATX’s 🥂BIPOC-Sapphic launch party🥂 on Sunday, 09.27 @ the Flower Shop Bar downtown.
•Enjoy beats by DJ Cez, delicious bites from Chef Aleata (a wonderful sapphic black chef), + connect with the BIPOC-focused sapphic community.
•Explore tattoos, tarot, vintage clothes, and more. See you there from 7PM-12AM! 🌈✨💅🏾🤎🍒RSVP Here
One Last Hurrah 🥹
Sat at 8pm · Austin
If you hadn’t heard, Valhalla on Red River will be closing its doors permanently at the end of October. We adore this venue and are stoked to present to you all a killer lineup of local acts, a night to remember… ONE LAST HURRAH 🍻
Doors: 8pm | Show: 9pm | $10
👊 Tough Guy
🐕🦺 DOGDAD
🦊 Vulpes Vulpes
🥵 Shwing!RSVP Here
Dolly Parton Day (Pub Crawl Edition)
Tomorrow at 6pm · Austin
Saddle up, grab your gals and your glitter, it’s time to crawl y'all!!
Drink Specials, Vendors, and more at Participating Bars:
Friends
BBG’s
Happy Chicks
Gnar Bar
San Jac Saloon
Dizzy Rooster
Shakespeare’s
Chupitos
Blind PigRSVP Here
Get Game Day Ready at Kendra Scott
Sat at 10am · Austin
game day starts on South Congress 🤘
ROW + Kendra Scott are getting together at the Kendra Scott Flagship for a morning of drinks, shopping + getting game day ready.
Kendra Scott is launching their officially licensed Game Day collection, Texas has its first away game of the season, and that felt like a pretty good excuse to make a whole morning out of it.
Come hang with us from 10AM–12PM to check out the new collection, grab a couple drinks, find something for your game day look, browse a few local pop-ups + spend the morning with the ROW community.
And we really mean hang out. This isn’t a rush-in, shop-and-leave kind of thing. Come take your time, bring the people you’re watching the game with, meet some new ones, try things on, accessorize each other + generally make getting ready part of game day itself.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
💎 $25 to spend at Kendra Scott
🥂 2 drink tickets with alcoholic + NA options
✨ local pop-ups + game day extras throughout the morning
🛍️ special event shopping discounts
Plus, guests who spend $75+ will be able to customize a clear game day bag to take home — conveniently stadium-ready for the rest of the season.
Kickoff is at 11, and we’ll be right on South Congress. Head somewhere nearby to catch the game whenever you’re ready, or stick around with us through noon. We’ll be hanging out.
TICKETS
$32 EARLY BIRD — limited quantity
$35 GENERAL ADMISSION
And yes — $25 of your ticket comes right back to you to spend at Kendra Scott.
📍 Kendra Scott Flagship · South Congress
📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10AM–12PM
come dressed for game day. hook ’em 🤘RSVP Here
Ms. Cool @ The Aristocrat Lounge
Sat at 3:30pm · Austin
It’s an afternoon of femme-fronted rock and roll at the Aristocrat Lounge! Free entry, and family friendly.
4pm Sea Hagzzz 🌊
5pm Cobra Cats 🐯
6pm Ms. Cool 😎RSVP Here
Brewers Making Brats : Oktoberfest Celebration
Sat at 2pm · Austin
Our brewers are cooking up brats for YOU, thanks to our buddies at Smokey Denmark’s Sausage Company.
We’ll kick off the day early, showing UT vs. Mississippi on the big screen, followed by a stein-holding competition and second annual Sausage Toss.
DJ York will be spinning tunes, and we'll be running a sale on our Blue Owl logo steins(beer included), pouring special Oktoberfest beer flights, and of course, there’ll be plenty of Bobtoberfest Classic Märzen to keep your thirst quenched.
Swing by for a day of delicious food, beer, games and shenanigans on Saturday, September 26th. Party starts at 2pm.RSVP Here