Entertainment is in no short supply for the days ahead, according to our vetted roundup. See Phantogram live in concert, or indulge in some retail therapy at Le Garage Sale. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, January 23
Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
Enjoy an evening of music from the hit Netflix series Bridgerton by candlelight at St. David's Episcopal Church. The Listeso String Quartet will perform a selection of popular songs from the Shondaland show, which features classical renditions of today’s top pop hits. Tickets to both of the evening’s shows are available.
Friday, January 24
Austin Symphony Orchestra presents Game On!
The music of some of the most popular video game franchises is performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra at The Long Center for the Performing Arts. The concert will feature a selection of songs from gaming universes including The Witcher 3, World of Warcraft, and Assassin‘s Creed, as footage from the games are projected onscreen. Guests are encouraged to don their best cosplay attire for the evening and experience a new VR activation that conducts a virtual orchestra.
Phantogram performs live on January 24.
ACL Live presents Phantogram in concert
Musical duo Phantogram performs live in concert at Austin City Limits Live. The pair behind top songs including “Black Out Days” and “When I’m Small” will perform music from their 2024 album, Memory Of A Day. Tickets are available now.
Cap City Comedy Club presents James Murray
Comedian and actor James Murray is the latest special guest at Capitol City Comedy Club. He’s best known as a star on TruTV's television show Impractical Jokers and as one of the stars of TBS’ The Misery Index. Shows are scheduled for various times through January 25.
Saturday, January 25
Le Garage Sale
Austin’s most beloved garage sale is back for another season of fabulous finds and luxury brands at major discounts. Shoppers at the two-day event happening at Palmer Events Center can expect to browse and buy from more than 130 boutiques, brands, and designers offering a variety of products and wardrobe essentials. Visit the event website for more details.
WHAT?!? A Magic Mystery Experience with Brad Henderson
Illusion and storytelling combine on stage at Penfold Theatre Company. Mystic and illusionist Brad Henderson will present a unique program that showcases his breadth of experience in magic, hypnosis, mind-reading, and more. This show is suitable for adult audiences only.
The Vortex presents Ebony Stewart: 10-year Anniversary and Book Release
Writer and performer Ebony Stewart celebrates the release of her new book, WASH, at The Vortex. Stewart will be joined by a special guest, spoken word poet Rudy Francisco. Attendees can also experience a performance by Smoke Slam, a Houston-based competitive poetry team. Tickets are available now.
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