Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 5 things do in Austin this weekend

Explore Austin's artistic side with our picks for the best things to do this weekend. Check out the nearly 200 temporary exhibitions on display during this year's first installation of the East Austin Studio Tour or enjoy another dazzling Creek Show. For a full list of events, visit our calendar.

Friday, November 9

Michelle Wolf in concert
Comedian Michelle Wolf brings her stand-up to the Paramount Theatre. Wolf gained notoriety for her viciously funny performance at the 2018 White House Correspondents' Dinner as well as her HBO special, Michelle Wolf: Nice Lady, among other comedic endeavors. With a quick wit and biting humor, Wolf has catapulted to become one of the most recognizable voices in comedy.

Waller Creek Conservancy presents Creek Show
Waller Creek Conservancy brings its stunning Creek Show back for another year of immersive art installations along Waller Creek. In addition to the artwork, other highlights include a concert series and a family activity zone. Attendees can also relax and discover more about current Waller Creek projects through interactive demonstrations at the Creek Show Lounge. Admission is free, and the show runs through November 17.

Saturday, November 10

Big Medium presents East Austin Studio Tour
Embark on a free self-guided discovery of local artists and artisans during the East Austin Studio Tour. Spanning two weekends, the event includes 585 participants, 194 temporary exhibitions, and 44 special events guaranteed to pique the interest of every art aficionado. For a full list of events, visit the tour website.

Ray Wylie Hubbard’s Birthday Bash
Celebrate Ray Wylie Hubbard’s birthday with the Texas music legend himself at the Paramount Theatre. Hubbard will perform songs from his latest album, Tell the Devil I’m Getting There as Fast as I Can, and a selection of other hits from his lengthy career. Select tickets still available for this birthday bash like no other.

Sweetheart of the Rodeo 50th Anniversary with Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman, and Marty Stuart
The co-founders of iconic music group Birds commemorate the 50th anniversary of their groundbreaking album, Sweetheart of the Rodeo, at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman will perform the hit album in its entirety and share the stories behind how each track was brought to life. The pair will also perform other fan favorites from their long recording careers. Birds will be joined by Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives.

Comedian Michelle Wolf makes also make stop at the Paramount Theatre this weekend.

Photo courtesy of Michelle Wolf

Comedian Michelle Wolf makes also make stop at the Paramount Theatre 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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