Weekend Event Guide

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

Check out the doggies at the 10th Annual Puppy Bowl on Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Austin Humane Society

Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl-themed events are among this weekend’s top picks. Gear up for the big game with the return of the Austin Humane Society Puppy Bowl, or grab your pals and head to a Galentine’s Art Pop-Up. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend.

Friday, February 11

atxGALS and In Bold Company present the sixth annual Galentine’s Art Pop-Up
The two-day pop-up event at The Cathedral will include local art, complimentary drinks, and female empowerment. This year’s participating artists include Nevena Bentz, Eryn Brooke, Marcella Colavecchio, Steph Ivelisse, Jenn Pate, and more. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Girls Empowerment Network. Tickets for both pop-up days are available for purchase online.

The Printmaker’s Ball
Print Austin’s annual PrintEXPO kicks off with a philanthropic fete at Blue Genie Art Bazaar. Highlights of The Printmaker’s Ball include appearances by featured artists and special guests, prints available for purchase, and more. Splurge on VIP tickets for your chance to snag a limited-edition signed print by Austin’s own Bob Schneider. To purchase tickets, go to the Print Austin website.

Nate Bargatze: The Raincheck Tour
Comedian Nate Bargatze comes to Bass Concert Hall as part of his national stand-up tour. He’s made appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon andalso recently released Netflix special The Greatest Average American. Get your tickets for both showtimes here.

Saturday, February 12

Austin Humane Society presents 15th annual Puppy Bowl
The cutest — and furriest — sporting event of the year returns for a tail-wagging good time. Puppy Bowl highlights include tailgate-inspired bites, puppy races, pet adoptions, dog-friendly vendors, and Super Bowl puppy predictions. Pet parents with dogs 35 pounds or under can also enter their fur babies to play one full quarter of Puppy Bowl. Events take place at Austin Human Society from 11 am-2 pm and Yard Bar from 2-4 pm. Get more information and purchase your tickets on the Puppy Bowl website.

St. Elmo Brewing Co. presents Winter Walkabout
Pop into breweries, shops, and more during the Winter Walkabout. This event will feature a variety of food and beverages, all incorporating the season’s featured ingredient: ginger. Participating locations include St. Elmo Brewery, Texas Sake, The Austin Winery, and more. Admission to this event is free.

Austin Humane Society's Puppy Bowl takes place Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Austin Humane Society

Austin Humane Society's Puppy Bowl takes place Saturday.

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Music Notes

Walker Lukens puts on The Last Walt II, plus more Austin music picks

Photo by Chad Wadsworth

Walker Lukens to put on The Last Walt II at The Paramount

Thanksgiving is a wrap and Christmas draws near, which means that the time to get out of the house is right now. When you do, make sure to take in some of the many great local artists that are set to play in the first half of December. Recommendations can be found here.

Triple Single Release Show at The Mohawk – Thursday, December 5
Three local indie acts – Booher, Parker Woodland, and Rrrunnerrss – are all set to release new singles this week, and they’ll be joining together for a show in celebration of the occasion at the Mohawk this Thursday, December 5. Tickets for this excellent triple bill are $10.

The Last Walt II at The Paramount – Friday, December 6
Singer/songwriter Walker Lukens returns to the Paramount this Friday, December 6, with the second iteration of his variety show The Last Walt. This evening of music will feature a slew of special guests, including Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas), Kam Franklin (The Suffers), Tameca Jones, L.C. Franke, BRUCE, and lots more. Tickets range from $22 to $55.

Spaceflight Records' 5th Anniversary Show at Radio East – Friday, December 6
Join local imprint Spaceflight Records at Radio East this Friday, December 6, as the team celebrates their fifth anniversary. Psych rock stars The Black Angels will headline the event, which will also feature Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, Anastasia Hera, and DJ Zapot (Golden Dawn Arkestra). Tickets are $18.40.

Urban Heat at Elysium – Thursday, December 12
After a busy year that saw Urban Heat release a fantastic new album, The Tower, and tour all over the place, the synth rockers will have a homecoming show at Elysium on Thursday, December 12. Art Verus Industry and Night Ritualz will kick things off. Tickets are $25.65.

Nightmare B4 Xmas at Hotel Vegas – Thursday, December 12
Hotel Vegas will once again host Nolan Potter’s Nightmare B4 Xmas Party on Thursday, December 12. Aside from Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, the show will have performances by Heavy Meddo (featuring Britt Daniel of Spoon), Grandmaster, Grocery Bag, Queen Serene, and Borzoi. Tickets are $24.08.

Howdy Gals’ 7^th Anniversary Show at Antone’s – Saturday, December 14
Local booker/promoter Howdy Gals will ring in their seventh anniversary at Antone’s on Saturday, December 14, with a State Fair themed event. Susannah Joffe, Sleep Well, Stalefish, and Care About will all perform, and there will be vendors and carny games on hand as well. Tickets are $15.

Holiday Hootenanny at Radio East – December 14-15
Austin’s own photog extraordinaire Pooneh Ghana and Resound have teamed up to put on Holiday Hootenanny, a two-day event at Radio East on December 14 & 15. The lineup isn’t entirely local, but it does feature a slew of the city’s best acts, including Bayonne, Voxtrot, Font, Being Dead, TC Superstar, and more. Single-day tickets are $39.50 and two-day tickets are $75.

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