Weekend Event Guide

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

Music, art, and philanthropy are on the agenda this weekend. Celebrate the virtual opening of a new public art piece, or catch a hot fire-arts performance in person. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend.

Thursday, July 15

Landmarks presents Simone Leigh: "Sentinel IV" opening
Tune into the virtual opening of the University of Texas' latest piece of public art. The sculpture, by celebrated artist Simone Leigh, will be located at the reimagined Anna Hiss Gymnasium courtyard on the UT Austin campus. RSVP to this free opening event, featuring a conversation with Leigh, to receive access via Zoom.

atxGALS and The Cathedral present Summer Fest: An Intimate Celebration of Art + Music
AtxGALS and The Cathedral bring together local women-owned businesses, women artists, and the Austin community at large for a three-day celebration of homegrown talent and the performing arts. Highlights of Summer Fest include an opportunity to shop and procure art from emerging women, as well as complimentary items from boozy brands such as Austin Eastciders and Dulce Vida Tequila. For a full schedule of events and to purchase tickets, visit the festival website.

Saturday, July 17

Pyrotex Fire Collective presents Enter the Ember
Things are heating up at Pioneer Farms with a high-temperature performing-arts experience featuring Austin fire collective Pyrotex Fire. Audiences can expect a full-length fire production, including daring acrobatics, vivid storytelling, fire props, and more. Select tickets are still available.

Sunday, July 18

The Arc of the Capital Area presents "Paintings & Pints"
Attend the first in-person art show hosted by The Arc after more than a year-long hiatus. Activities at the event, taking place at the ABGB, include an art auction, beer, food, live painting, and live music performed by The Feral Four. For both virtual and live tickets, visit the event website.

The Creek and The Cave presents Erik Bergstrom
Comedian and cartoonist Erik Bergstrom performs stand-up material live at The Creek and The Cave. Known for his appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and his 2016 Comedy Central special, Bergstrom has made the rounds in the entertainment industry. Select tickets are still available.

Tune into the virtual opening celebration of the newest Landmarks addition, "Sentinel IV" by artist Simone Leigh.

Landmarks presents Simone Leigh: Sentinel IV

Photo by Jeff McLane, Courtesy of David Kordansky Gallery

Tune into the virtual opening celebration of the newest Landmarks addition, "Sentinel IV" by artist Simone Leigh.

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French Fête

Austin watch party cheers on San Antonio Spurs in Paris game

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The Spurs at their first home game of 2025 on January 4.

The San Antonio Spurs are taking on the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, January 25 — but the game is taking place at the Accor Arena in Paris, France. For fans who can't commit to an international plane ticket, there are two official Texas watch parties. An Austin party creates a gathering place for fans ages 21 and up, while the San Antonio party is open to all ages.

The Spurs are actually playing the Pacers twice at the NBA Paris Games 2025, presented by Tissot, as part of their regular seasons. The first game is Thursday, January 23, but the watch parties are specifically for the Saturday game — that's considered the Spurs' "home" game.

There's also a special NBA Paris Jam on the day between, January 24. Celebrities, influencers, and "NBA Legends" will compete in a unique "interactive basketball game" that lets fans influence how the game plays out. Anyone can tune in by making an account at france.nba.com.

On Saturday, Austin-area fans can gather at Armadillo Den (10106 Menchaca Rd.) to watch together with tunes by DJ DMoney and Paris-themed photo ops; the party starts at 10:30 am for a game tipoff at 11 am.

If fans can't go to France, they might as well bring France to them, so free coffee, macarons, French pastries, and desserts will be on hand. Fans in Spurs gear will get a free drink ticket while supplies last. The event is only open to fans 21 and up, but dogs are invited, too. Free parking will be available in the lot.

Younger fans might want to travel to the San Antonio party at The Rock at La Cantera (1 Spurs Way), starting at 9:30 am. Unlike the Austin event, this one will have a host: TV and radio personality Zay Zay. French pastries and mimosas will be available for purchase, and the first 100 fans of drinking age in Spurs gear will get a free drink ticket.

To watch the game even if you're not going to make the party, tune in on KENS or via the Spurs App presented by Frost.

According to a press release, "By taking part in the Paris Games, the Spurs aim to build meaningful relationships, highlight their culture and invest in initiatives that deliver long-term benefits to the community. This effort reflects the team’s focus on fostering connections and showcasing the unifying power of sports."

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