February & March Calendar
Our Event Picks for February & March
Words by Alison Bryce
Comedy Open Mic
February 12, 9:30-11pm
Enjoy a night of free stand-up comedy at Cherrywood Coffeehouse’s Mystery Box. Listen to new jokes from some of the best comics in the area. If you’re feeling adventurous, Mystery Box is open mic and sign-ups for performers start at 9pm. 1400 E 38th 1/2 St. | cherrywoodcoffeehouse.com
Chilly Chili & BBQ Cook Off
February 15-16, Friday: noon-8pm, Saturday: 6am-8:30pm
The 30th Annual Chilly Chili & BBQ Cook Off is back to continue as the longest running charity BBQ competition in Texas! Enter one of eight different categories to compete or come out to support your favorite team and be a judge. The event will also have a silent auction, various raffles, local vendors and live entertainment.
500 VFW Rd. | facebook.com/8787ChillyChili
Austin Fashion Week
February 15-24
Be a part of the largest week of fashion events in Texas with Fashion X Austin. See new and trending designs, visit pop up shops around town, and get to know some of the fashion designers during this week long event. Special showcases will be held February 21-23 at 6:30pm.
locations vary | austin.fashionx.co
Lines Composed during a Tour
February 16, 7-11pm
Co-Lab Projects presents Lines Composed during a Tour. This collection of some recent favorite exhibitions focus on materials, movement, pattern, color, and light. While each artist has their unique collection, they all connect in a dialog with one another and within the exhibition space itself.
1023 Springdale Rd, Suite 1B | co-labprojects.org
Community Night Spotlight: Black Heritage
February 20, 4-8pm
Join Thinkery for a night of celebration for black history, culture, art, and scientific contributions. There will be hands-on activities and community presenters throughout the evening. Admission is by donation, with a $1 suggested donation.
1830 Simond Ave. | thinkeryaustin.org
It’s My Park Day
March 2, times vary
Team up with thousands of other volunteers around Austin for a day of park rejuvenation. Choose one of the 85 locations around the city to work on projects ranging in difficulty and interests. It is free to volunteer; however, registration needs to be completed before the day of the event.
locations vary | austinparks.org
Indie Orchestra Night
March 3, 4:30pm
Enjoy a night of music at Panoramic Voices’ Indie Orchestra Night. The night will consist of a full chorus, orchestral musicians and artists from a variety of music scenes. Each ticket holder will receive two drink coupons for beverages provided by Tito’s Vodka and Austin Eastciders. General admission tickets are $25 pre-event and $30 on the day of the concert, and VIP tables which seat 8 are $400.
1156 Hargrave St. | ion2019.brownpapertickets.com
Rodeo Austin
March 16-30
Let your inner cowboy or cowgirl out at Rodeo Austin. The fairgrounds and carnival will be open daily, and a ProRodeo and concert performance will fill the arena each evening. Fairgrounds admission is $5 for children under 12 and $8 for 13 and up. Rodeo and concert tickets start at $20.
9100 Decker Lake Rd. | rodeoaustin.com
Soldier Songs Preview
March 20, 6:30pm
Learn about Austin Opera’s production of Soldier Songs scheduled at the Paramount Theater in April. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and get an inside perspective on the upcoming production with an informative lecture and live musical selections by cast members. Tickets are $25.
5406 Balcones Dr. | austinopera.org
Southern Heights Beer Run
March 23, 11am-1pm
Join Southern Heights Brewing Co. for a 5K that has beer waiting for runners at the finish line. All participants receive a free craft brew from the brewery and a collector’s pint glass or seasonal item from the Brewery Running Series. Registration starts at $30, and 10% of registration fees goes to local non-profits.
6014 Techni Center Dr. | eventbrite.com or southernheightsbrewing.com
