This weekend’s hottest happenings range from a virtual tour of historic East Austin homes to a multi-venue event showcasing local Black creators. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend.
Thursday, June 17
Preservation Austin presents 29th Annual Homes Tour
Explore the East Austin historic district of Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross during Preservation Austin’s 29th Annual Homes Tour. The virtual event features a 45-minute video complete with footage and homeowner interviews of Austin’s first historically Black district. Tour attendees will also get the chance to participate in a live Q&A. Visit the tour website to purchase tickets.
Austin Chamber Music Festival presents Artina McCain & Friends
The acclaimed piano trio of Ebonee Thomas, Ryan Murphy, and Artina McCain reunites for this evening of music on the Neill-Cochran House Museum lawn. The trio will perform works by Debussy, Samuel Zyman, and Undine Smith Moore that “explore cultural vibrance and connection.” In-person pod seating and virtual tickets are available for purchase on the event website.
Shakey Graves in concert
Austin’s own Shakey Graves returns to the hometown stage for two consecutive nights of live music at Stubb’s. The “Dearly Departed” singer-songwriter will be accompanied by opening act Sir Woman. Friday night is sold out, but Thursday tickets are still available.
Friday, June 18
Jason Boland & the Stragglers and Mike & the Moonpies in concert
Jason Boland & the Stragglers team up with Mike & the Moonpies for a co-headlining concert at the Paramount Theatre. With a total of 16 albums and decades of music between them, you don’t want to miss this evening of nonstop country tunes. Visit the ticketing website to get your seats.
Saturday, June 19
Cloud Tree Studios & Gallery presents Black Art Wknd
Celebrate and support Austin’s rising Black creators just in time for Juneteenth. Black Art Wknd is a two-day, multi-venue event featuring live music, visual arts, lectures, a vendor market, brunch, and more. For a full schedule of events, a list of participating artists and performers, and to purchase tickets, visit the Black Art Wknd website.
Shakey Graves performs live at Stubb's this weekend.
DIIV's set was moody, but propulsive thanks to strong bass lines.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Zachary Cole Smith can always be counted on for a nostalgic 'fit.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Starcleaner Reunion singer Jo Roman keeps the beat.Photo by Brianna Caleri
From the looks of it, no one had a better time onstage than Wayne Coyne, frontman of the Flaming Lips.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The tinsel whip was one of many props.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Flaming Lips are known for touring with huge inflatables.Photo by Brianna Caleri
A joyful crowd reacts to being blasted with confetti during the Flaming Lips' set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Ty Segall was king of the guitar jams.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Segall's painted jeans were probably the most unique fashion statement all weekend.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Psych Fest uniform: Earthy shorts and calf tattoos.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Thomas Attar Bellier of Al-Qasar plays a beautifully adorned electric saz.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The more mics, the better for Al-Qasar.Photo by Brianna Caleri
A closer look at the saz.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Lyrics in Arabic brought extra gravitas to the set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
How's that for a desert hallucination?Photo by Brianna Caleri
New Candys guitarist Emanuele Zanardo puts a physical flourish in his playing.Photo by Brianna Caleri
A portal opens...Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Black Angels interrupted the technicolor parade for a largely black-and-white set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Black Angels bassist Misti Hamrick-French basks in the cold glow of a strobe light.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Dumbo Gets Mad reminds us that Italians just get fashion.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Guitarist Luca Bergomi gets in on bassist Ivan Torelli's shot.Photo by Brianna Caleri
LA LOM bassist Jake Faulkner captures the sun.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Guitarist Zac Sokolow danced for the whole set, which happened to be on his birthday.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Faulkner's grandstanding added flavor to the show, which ultimately didn't need psychedelic visuals.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Faulkner's howls cut through the air, hardly amplified.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Trish Toledo paid homage to mothers and couples in her romantic set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Not a practical shoe for a rainy weekend. We salute her sacrifice for fashion.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Thee Sacred Souls closed out the festival with a brass section.Photo by Brianna Caleri
This backup singer was exquisitely styled in blue.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Singer Josh Lane snapped a photo of an adoring audience. See you next time, Josh.Photo by Brianna Caleri