April & May Calendar

12 Things We Love in April & May

Words by Alison Bryce

Fusebox Festival
April 7-14, times vary
Take a look at years of creation as Fusebox celebrates its 20th anniversary. The festival will take attendees back in time to not only see how far it has come but into the future to also see where it will go through live performances, exhibitions, parties, and conversations. Tickets for various parts of the festival are available online and pricing varies.
locations vary | fuseboxlive.com

Total Eclipse Party
April 8, 12-2pm
View the solar eclipse while enjoying themed activities at many of Austin’s public libraries such as Old Quarry Branch and Willie Mae Kirk Branch. Crafts and treats will be available as well as a limited number of safety glasses in order for partiers to watch the eclipse with ease. The event is free for all to attend. locations vary | library.austintexas.gov/event

Bloody Mary Festival
April 6, 11:15am-6pm
Get your drink on during the Bloody Mary Festival. Sip on unlimited Bloody Marys while also enjoying food from local staples. Fun festival moments like temporary tattoos and photo ops are part of the experience as well. General admission tickets start at $49.
1100 E 5th St. | https://www.thebloodymaryfest.com/austin-4-6-24

ABC Kite Fest
April 14, 10am-5pm
Prepare to take to the skies during the 96th ABC Kite Fest. Grab or make your kite and head to the park for this family-friendly event. The day will be full of free activities for all ages, including the traditional kite flying contest and showcase, and MossFest, a children’s music concert.
2207 Lou Neff Rd. | abckitefest.org

Lone Star Round Up
April 19-20, 10am-6pm
Explore a large outdoor car show full of vintage hot rods and custom cars at the Lone Star Round Up. Enter your vehicle or spend the weekend learning about the classics while also enjoying a variety of food and live music. General admission wristbands are available for $20.
7311 Decker Ln. | lonestarroundup.c

Grand Opening of Pranzo, The Hidden Cafe
April 20, 11am-4pm
Experience the allure of The Hidden Cafe at Pershing East with PRANZO. Guests will step into a world of French and Italian-inspired cuisine at this intimate daytime bistro, boasting just 30 seats and located in the back of Pershing East coffee shop. Austinites are invited to join the grand opening of PRANZO on April 20 and indulge in a culinary journey.
2501 E 5th St. | thepershing.com

Haydn In Plain View
May 1, 7:30pm
Immerse yourself into an evening of music during Austin Symphony Orchestra’s current concert series. Principal Pianist, Alex Maynegre-Torra, will be taking center stage, creating an unforgettable experience filled with passion and virtuosity. General admission tickets are $25, while youth 12 years or younger are free.
41 Navasota St. | https://my.austinsymphony.org

Fiesta Austin
May 4, 1-10pm
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo a day early at Fiesta Gardens, a one-day event full of fun for the whole family. The event pays tribute to Hispanic history, heritage, and tradition through music, food, and dance. Admission for kids 12 and under is free, while adult tickets are $5 if pre-purchased, or $7 at the gate.
2101 Jesse E. Segovia St. | fiestaaustin.org

Pecan Street Festival
May 4-5, 11am-8pm
Support local and national artisans during the Pecan Street Festival. Explore hundreds of vendors offering original handcrafted creations in a variety of mediums: metal, wood, fiber, clay, leather, glass, stone, and repurposed materials of all kinds. The event itself is free while a variety of goods, food, and drink will be available for purchase.
200 E 6th St. | pecanstreetfestival.org

For the Love of Parks
May 11, 11am-3pm
Spend a not-so-normal day at the park during For the Love of Parks, a free one-day, family-friendly event. Enjoy live music and food trucks while the younger ones stay busy with a variety of activities such as face painting, inflatables, and a petting zoo. The event is free and open to the public.
10001 Burleson Rd. | traviscountyparksfoundation.org

Clyde’s
May 16-June 1, times vary
Head to Ground Floor Theatre for Clyde’s, the theatre’s next show this season. Get ready to follow along and laugh a little during this comedy that follows a group of formerly incarcerated kitchen staff at a truck-stop sandwich shop as they attempt to rebuild their lives. Tickets will be available online soon. 979 Springdale Rd., Ste. 122 | groundfloortheatre.org

Fanatec GT World Challenge America
May 17-19, 7:30am-6pm
For those with the need for speed, head to Circuit of the Americas as Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS returns to Austin for a weekend full of racing. This three-day event offers fans open access to the stars and cars of SRO America and will feature non-stop on-track racing. Single-day tickets start at $16 for adults, while three-day passes start at $59.
9201 COTA Blvd. | circuitoftheamericas.com/event

Hot Luck Festival
May 23-26, times vary
Mix culinary masterpieces with live music during the Hot Luck Festival. The event is spread out through Austin, allowing attendees to choose what flavors and genres they would enjoy. Fair Market will host many events, including Supper Club, a food event which will be serving up twists on the classic American cuisine. Tickets start at $195 for adults and $125 for attendees ages 13-20.
1100 E 5th St. | hotluckfest.co