Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 7 things to do in Austin this weekend

Live music, local eats, and a helping of humor are the perfect palette cleansers after a busy week. Sample fresh flavors at Heritage Fire Austin, or do some stargazing at the iHeartCountry Festival. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.

Thursday, May 2

Austin Opera presents Carmen
The passionate story of two men who compete for the affection of opera music’s most desirable character comes to life on The Long Center for the Performing Arts stage. The Austin Opera gives movement and music to the stories of Carmen and her suitors: the soldier Don José, and Escamillo the bullfighter. Performances are scheduled through May 5.

Friday, May 3

The Paramount Theatre presents An Evening with David Sedaris
Comedian, NPR radio personality, and author David Sedaris brings his humor to the The Long Center for the Performing Arts. Audience members can expect a selection of new stories as told by Sedaris followed by a live Q&A session. A limited number of tickets are still available.

Cap City Comedy Club presents D.L. Hughley
Comedian, radio personality and actor D.L. Hughley brings his humor to the stage at Capitol City Comedy Club. Acclaimed as one of the Original Kings of Comedy, his career spans decades and he’s best known for his sitcom, The Hughleys. For tickets, click here. Performances are scheduled through May 5.

Saturday, May 4

iHeartCountry Festival
One of country music’s biggest nights promises a dazzling display at Moody Center. Highlight performances of this year’s highly-anticipated festival include Jelly Roll, Old Dominion, Lady A, Riley Green, Ashley McBryde, Jason Aldean, and many more. For more information, go to Ticketmaster.

Sunday, May 5

Wine & Food Foundation presents Toast of Texas
Sample a selection of Texas’ most popular and interesting wines at Springdale Station. Tickets grant guests full tasting access to a variety of Texas wineries and meet-and-greet opportunities with the winemakers behind the vino. Other highlights include paella, Texas BBQ, and a silent auction.

Luis Miguel in concert
Mexican singer Luis Miguel brings his vocals to Moody Center for a live performance. The longtime star’s discography includes 22 albums, with 2017’s ¡México Por Siempre! being the most recent. Tickets are still available.

Heritage Fire Austin
Live-fire culinary event Heritage Fire Austin returns for another year of bold and local flavor. Tickets grant guests bites from Geronimo Lopez of Botika, Rob Snow of Cork & Barrel, Josh Cooper of Uchiba, and other renowned chefs. Additional features include craft cocktail offerings, live entertainment, and wine tastings.

Photo by Ismael Quintanilla III for iHeartRadio

TheiHeartCountry Festival returns to Moody Center this weekend.

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Famous Austin tower sells for $522M in this week's hottest headlines

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Editor's note: This week's top Austin news includes many exciting restaurant openings and holiday happenings aplenty. Plus, the famous "sailboat building" gets a new owner. Get the details on our hottest headlines of the week below. And for the best things to do in Austin this weekend, go here.

1. Austin's famous 'sail tower' sells for $522 million. An iconic piece of Austin’s skyline is getting a new owner. Cousins Properties announced it is acquiring the tower that's shaped like a sail in downtown Austin for more than $521.8 million. The property is leased to Google and was developed in 2022.

2. 8 openings in a month lead Austin's restaurant and bar news. Here's a rundown of eight exciting restaurants that have opened in the last month.

3. Former Food Network host debuts Round Rock bar with fancy comfort food. Former Food Network host John Green is heading to the Austin suburb with a new concept dedicated to "elevated bar fare." It's opening January 11, 2025.

Odds Bar & Bistro Round Rock French Toast Odds Bar & Bistro will serve very upscale "bar food." Photo courtesy of Odds Bar & Bistro

4. These 9 Austin restaurants will be open for Christmas Eve or Day 2024. If your ideal Christmas doesn't involve a whole lot of cooking, cleaning, or hosting, there are several Austin restaurants that are happy to do the work for you. In fact, not only are many restaurants staying open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but they're offering special menus and events, too.

5. Where to see the most dazzling Christmas lights in Austin and beyond. The magical holiday season is in full swing, and that means beautiful holiday lights displays. Here's a list of the best holiday light events and attractions happening in Austin and nearby.

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