Country music, world-class tennis, and live entertainment are all the reasons you need to hit the town in the next few days. Catch a women’s tennis match at the ATX Open, or see bands like Disturbed and Indigo live in concert. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, February 29
ATX Open
Experience world-class women’s tennis up close and personal at Westwood Country Club. The ATX Open will feature 2022 Australian Open finalist Danielle Collins and 2017 US Open champion Sloane Stephens competing in the 32-player singles and 16-team doubles draw. Matches are scheduled through March 3.
Disturbed in concert
Heavy metal band Disturbed hits the stage at Moody Center for a live show. They come to Austin in support of their new album, Divisive. Fans can also enjoy special guest performances by Falling in Reverse and Plush. Get more details via Ticketmaster.
NPR presents Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me!
Experience a live recording of the popular National Public Radio (NPR) quiz show, Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me!, at Bass Concert Hall. Fans will get to listen in as host Peter Sagal leads a group of contestants through a competition for the coveted prize: a custom voicemail greeting recorded by a cast member of their choice. A limited number of tickets are still available.
Friday, March 1
Blake Shelton in concert
Country music superstar Blake Shelton performs live at Moody Center as part of his Back to the Honky Tonk tour. The singer behind hit songs like “Boys ‘Round Here” and “Ol’ Red” has released 12 studio albums throughout his career, including 2021’s Body Language. Artists Dustin Lynch and Emily Ann Roberts will join Shelton as special guests.
Saturday, March 2
Dripping Springs Distilling presents a Texas Independence Day Celebration
Giddy up and head to Dripping Springs Distilling to celebrate freedom in true Lone Star State fashion. Highlights include yard games, live music performances, Texas food and drink specials, and rounds of Texas Hold 'Em. Admission is free and open to the public.
Texas Performing Arts presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Experience the masterful skill and movement of the acclaimed Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Bass Concert Hall. The famed company comes to Austin as part of its 2024 North American Tour to perform new works the iconic Ailey ballet, Revelations. Tickets to both showtimes are still available.
Sunday, March 3
Blake Shelton performs live in concert on March 1.
ACL Live presents Indigo Girls in concert
Folk rock duo Indigo Girls performs live at ACL Live at The Moody Theater. The “Closer to Fine” and “Least Complicated” pair have released 15 albums in their career, including the recent 2020 project Look Long. A limited number of tickets are available.
Tancho Sushi offers affordable omakase.
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