Shopping experiences, a backyard barbecue, and an abundance of live music are on the agenda. Explore fashion brands at discounted prices with a visit to Le Garage Sale, or celebrate the new semester at Old Gregg Brewing Co. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, go to our calendar.
Thursday, August 21
KMFA Classical 89.5 presents 5th Annual Austin Arts Mixer
Connect with art enthusiasts and learn about upcoming performances and programming at KMFA Classical 89.5. Visitors can meet local arts organization representatives, discover ways to join the community, and get exclusive event details for the new season. Alfred’s Catering will provide complimentary bites. Free beverages from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Milam & Greene Whiskey, WildGins Co., and other spirits will be served.
Friday, August 22
Austin Gamblers presents PBR Gambler Days
Austin's professional bull riding team competes at the Moody Center. The three-day event will feature riders in a team-formatted competition with musical performances by Reckless Kelly, Band Reeves, Brandi Cyrus, and VAVO. Get more details on Ticketmaster.
Saturday, August 23
Le Garage Sale
Austin’s iconic garage sale is back for another season of fabulous finds and luxury brands at major discounts. Shoppers to the two-day event happening at Palmer Events Center can expect to browse more than 160 boutiques, brands, and designers offering a wide variety of products and wardrobe essentials. Some of this year’s participants include Estilo, Anderson Parker, Ugg, Wood & Rose, Good Co., and more. Check out the sale's most anticipated new brands in our editorial spotlight. Additional highlights include live DJ sets and giveaways. For more details, go to Eventbrite.
Old Gregg Brewing Co. presents Back to School Backyard BBQ
Kickoff the school year at North Austin brewery Old Gregg with cold pints and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can play yard games, enter into teacher raffles, browse a local artisan market, and check out the Jack Jack’s Pack puppy adoption pop-up. Beer specials, featured cocktails, and ribs from Interstellar BBQ will be available. Admission is free.
Sunday, August 24
Hotel Viata presents Pup Fest
Two- and four-legged guests are invited to Hotel Viata for a day of dog appreciation and play. Activities include doggy pampering stations, on-site adoptions, gourmet snacks, local pet vendors, live music, and more. Pet parents can also take home a complimentary Viata Puppy Treat for the ultimate doggy bag. Admission is free and open to the public.
The semi-annual sale offers end-of-season clothes at heavily discounted prices.
Le Garage Sale returns to the Palmer Events Center this weekend.
Erykah Badu presents Abi and Alan featuring The Alchemist
Neo Soul music artist Eykah Badu performs live in concert alongside producer The Alchemist at Austin City Limits Live. The artists come to Austin for a joint show blending Badu’s discography and The Alchemist’s creative hip-hop beats. 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