Movies, dog-friendly fun, and craft margaritas await locals in the days to come. Bring a furry friend to Parlor & Yard for Yappy Hour, or sip local spirits during the Austin Margarita Festival. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, May 16
Cine Las Americas International Film Festival
The 26th year of Cine Las Americas features a packed schedule of films spanning Latin America. Screenings will take place at AFS Cinema and Austin PBS. Highlights of the five-day event include Alejandra Vasquez & Sam Osborn’s Going Varsity in Mariachi on opening night, several films from across the Americas, and Lone Scherfig’s La Contadora de Peliculas (The Movie Teller) as the closing night film. Programming is scheduled through May 19.
Michelle Wolf performs live at The Paramount Theatre on May 17.
Affordable Art Fair
The Affordable Art Fair makes a stop in Texas for the first time ever at Palmer Events Center. Highlights of the four-day event include a variety of contemporary art from over 50 participating galleries for purchase. Guests can explore works from emerging and established artists alike with pieces that suit every budget.
Friday, May 17
Parlor & Yard's Yappy Hour
Toast the start of the weekend with a craft cocktail and your favorite furry friend at Parlor & Yard. Pet parents can enjoy three hours of themed Tito's cocktail drinks, swag giveaways, and plenty of dog-friendly activities and amenities in support of Emancipet. Cool down and water stations will be available for all four-legged guests. Admission is free with event RSVP.
Michelle Wolf: It’s Great to Be Here Tour
Comedian Michelle Wolf brings fresh material to The Paramount Theatre. She’s best known for her Emmy-winning HBO special, Michelle Wolf: Nice Lady. Wolf most recently released the 2019 Netflix special, Michelle Wolf: Joke Show. Tickets are still available.
The Mavericks in concert
Country music band The Mavericks perform at ACL Live at The Moody Theater for two back-to-back nights. The group behind hits such as “Back in Your Arms Again” and “What a Crying Shame” have released 12 studio albums, including 2020’s En Español. Select seating is available.
Saturday, May 18
Zilker Botanical Garden presents Woodland Faerie Trail opening celebration
Whimsical moments and folklore come together in the fields of the Zilker Botanical Garden. Guests to this summer trail kickoff will have the chance to participate in Scottish Country dancing, fairy storytime, activity tables for all ages, faerie home tours, and to learn botanical folklore. The exhibition will be on display through July 13.
Round Rock Amp presents The Austin Margarita Fest
Feast on an official cocktail of Texas at the Round Rock Amp. Austin Margarita Fest highlights include two stages of live music by The Spazmatics, food trucks, various margaritas, and more. Get more details on Eventbrite.
