Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 5 things to do in Austin this weekend

UPDATE: The February 3 Austin Opera performance of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs has been canceled. Additionally, Patton Oswalt’s February 4 performance at the Paramount has been postponed.

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Cookies, comedy, and local markets top this weekend’s agenda. Shop and discover new treasures at two outdoor markets, or pair cocktails and Girl Scouts Cookies for a sweet foodie experience. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend.

Thursday, February 3

Girl Scouts of Central Texas presents Cookies and Cocktails
This fundraiser at Fair Market will feature cocktails crafted by six of Austin’s leading female mixologists — and inspired by the beloved cookies — plus plenty of sweets, too. To get your tickets to this philanthropic foodie evening, click here. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Austin Opera presents The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs
Experience a retelling of the life and enduring legacy of mega-mogul and innovator Steve Jobs on the Long Center stage. Lead actor and baritone John Moore makes his Austin Opera debut during this unique production. Shows are scheduled through February 6. Go to the ticketing website for more information.

Friday, February 4

Patton Oswalt: Who’s Ready to Laugh?
Actor, writer, and comedian Patton Oswalt brings his comedic stylings to Austin’s Paramount Theatre. Oswalt is known for his roles in The King of Queens and M.O.D.O.K., the Marvel stop-motion animated Hulu series. Tickets for both Friday showtimes are still available on the Paramount website.

Saturday, February 5

Eastside Pop Up + The Little Gay Shop present Queer Flea
The Little Gay Shop hosts this outdoor market featuring more than a dozen LGBTQIA+ local vendors offering a wide range of unique finds. Face masks are strongly encouraged. Admission to this event is free. Dogs on a leash are welcome.

Sunday, February 6

Art in ATX: An Outdoor Market
End the weekend with a little retail therapy at Moontower Cider Company. This month’s Art in ATX market is themed around Valentine’s Day and will showcase more than 20 local vendors offering a variety of wares, including art, gifts, handcrafted goods, and more. Guests will also be able to enjoy live music from DJ Fairy Aries, Cody McClanahan, Welsh Avenue, and Pocket20. Admission to this outdoor event is free.

Baritone John Moore makes his Austin Opera debut during The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs this weekend.

Photo courtesy of Austin Opera

Baritone John Moore makes his Austin Opera debut during The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs this weekend.

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Hot Headlines

Famous Austin tower sells for $522M in this week's hottest headlines

Rendering courtesy of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects

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Editor's note: This week's top Austin news includes many exciting restaurant openings and holiday happenings aplenty. Plus, the famous "sailboat building" gets a new owner. Get the details on our hottest headlines of the week below. And for the best things to do in Austin this weekend, go here.

1. Austin's famous 'sail tower' sells for $522 million. An iconic piece of Austin’s skyline is getting a new owner. Cousins Properties announced it is acquiring the tower that's shaped like a sail in downtown Austin for more than $521.8 million. The property is leased to Google and was developed in 2022.

2. 8 openings in a month lead Austin's restaurant and bar news. Here's a rundown of eight exciting restaurants that have opened in the last month.

3. Former Food Network host debuts Round Rock bar with fancy comfort food. Former Food Network host John Green is heading to the Austin suburb with a new concept dedicated to "elevated bar fare." It's opening January 11, 2025.

Odds Bar & Bistro Round Rock French Toast Odds Bar & Bistro will serve very upscale "bar food." Photo courtesy of Odds Bar & Bistro

4. These 9 Austin restaurants will be open for Christmas Eve or Day 2024. If your ideal Christmas doesn't involve a whole lot of cooking, cleaning, or hosting, there are several Austin restaurants that are happy to do the work for you. In fact, not only are many restaurants staying open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but they're offering special menus and events, too.

5. Where to see the most dazzling Christmas lights in Austin and beyond. The magical holiday season is in full swing, and that means beautiful holiday lights displays. Here's a list of the best holiday light events and attractions happening in Austin and nearby.

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