World-class tennis, circus acts, and cult-classic films are on the agenda in the coming days. Catch a match or two during the ATX Open, or spend the evening at Independence Brewing Co.’s Beer Circus. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, February 20
Muse Gallery presents The Art-In Exhibition opening reception
Settle in for an all-night showcase of artworks by Good Dad Studios artists and residents at Muse Gallery. This exhibition will feature works created by the participating artists during the overnight lock-in. Guests can witness the creative process in real-time and connect with members of the Good Dad Studios community. Music and refreshments will be provided. Admission is free.
Hyde Park Theatre presents Help! My Vagina is Trying to Kill Me!
Austin comedian and actress Yola Jean Lu performs her one-woman show about her experiences with love, loss, and overcoming shame at Hyde Park Theatre. Audiences can journey with Lu through her encounters with STIs, miscarriage, and HPV in a hilarious and emotional production for adult audiences. This show is suitable for people with any body parts. Performances are scheduled through March 22.
Friday, February 21
The Paramount Theatre presents Waiting to Exhale 30th Anniversary Screening
The blockbuster 1995 film Waiting To Exhale celebrates its 30th anniversary with an exclusive screening at the Paramount Theatre. Fans can rewatch the acclaimed romantic comedy starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine, and Lela Rochon and enjoy the iconic score produced by Grammy-winning artist Babyface. Tickets are available now.
Saturday, February 22
ATX Open
Austin’s premier professional tour-level tennis tournament returns for another year of play at Westwood Country Club. Fans can enjoy world-class women’s tennis matches as part of the U.S. 2025 tour calendar. The elite-level competition event will feature top-ranked Americans Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys. ATX Open games continue through March 2. Tickets are available now.
Spring Family Circus and Misfits Circus present Beer Circus
Beer and acrobatics combine at this special event hosted by 5 Star Event Services - Austin. Guests can visit Independence Brewing Co. for all-day activities including craft beers, live music, and circus performances ranging from burlesque to sideshow acts. General admission tickets and VIP experience offerings are available now.
Moody Center presents Tom Segura: Come Together Tour
Austin native and entertainer Tom Segura brings his stand-up tour back to his hometown for an evening of laughs at Moody Center. He’s best known for his Netflix specials, including 2023’s Sledgehammer and 2020’s Ball Hog. Offscreen, Segura is the co-host of the podcasts Your Mom’s House with his wife Christina Pazsitzky, and 2 Bears 1 Cave, with Bert Kreischer. Get more details on Ticketmaster.
Sunday, February 23
Dirty Dancing In Concert
The classic movie Dirty Dancing will be presented at Bass Concert Hall as a film-to-concert experience. The digitally remastered film will be screened, accompanied by a live band and singers performing the score’s iconic songs. Guests can stick around after the screening for an encore party with an audience sing-a-long. Tickets are available now.