February & March Calendar
Our event picks for February and March
BBQ Austin
March 6-7, 4-11pm Friday, 11am-11pm Saturday
Get a sneak peak into what Rodeo Austin will have during BBQ Austin. The two-day event will include a carnival, petting zoo, fireworks, and, of course, the BBQ Cook-Off. The Cook-Off includes teams from across Texas with elaborate rigs to prepare for the blind tasting. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Parking is $10.
rodeoaustin.com/events/bbq-austin/ | 9100 Decker Lake Rd.
E + E Fitness: 1 Year Anniversary Week
February 29-March 8, class times vary
Celebrate E + E Fitness’s one year anniversary with a full week of special events! All week, you can enjoy FREE intro kickboxing and bootcamp workshops created for all fitness levels. There will also be fun vendors daily and membership specials. Check out their website for more info, and get your sweat on!
eandefitness.com | 2400 E 6th St.
A Night with Janis Joplin
January 29-March 8, times vary
Featuring a rock-fueled score and a live band to give tribute to one of the most magnetic performers, this electrifying musical keeps the audience entertained for nearly two hours. ZACH Theatre’s A Night with Janis Joplin showcases the Texas musical marvel and shines a spotlight on the trailblazing female blues and soul vocalists who influenced her musical career. Tickets start at $25.
zachtheatre.org | 202 S Lamar Blvd.
Words by Alison Bryce
Galentine’s Cookie Decorating
February 13, 6-8pm
Spend the evening with your best gal pals at Easy Tiger’s Galentine’s Cookie Decorating workshop. Not only will participants learn how to create their own sugar cookie masterpieces with royal icing, but they will also leave with a box of eight decorated cookies and a packet with sugar cookie and royal icing recipes. Tickets are $60 per person.
easytigerusa.com | 709 E 6th St.
Galentine’s Day Comedy Show & Trivia
February 13, 6-7:30pm
Get your friends together and start your Valentine’s weekend with laughs from Austin’s very own Jasmine Ellis on February 13. Rosewood’s first comedy show starts at 6:30 pm, with trivia to follow! Happy Hour will be available all evening long at the bar and on the lawn.
rosewoodatx.com/happy-hour | 1209 Rosewood Ave.
Valentines at at the Drive-In
February 14, times vary
Forget the fancy dinner and head to the drive-in this Valentine’s Day. Blue Starlite is hosting their 10th annual Valentines at the Drive-In. The night includes a car slot and popcorn for two, a box of movie theater candy, Valentine’s chocolates, and a rose. Can’t make it on Valentine’s Day? No problem! The Valentine’s Day package will be available February 1-15. Tickets are $45 per vehicle.
bluestarlitedrivein.com | 2103 E M Franklin Ave.
OUTsider Fest
February 19-23, times vary
Witness creativity intersecting with powerful commentary at OUTsider’s annual festival and conference at various locations around Austin, including East Austin’s VORTEX. This community-hosted LGBTQ+ festival features performances, art, music, and much more from local artists and academics. Discounted festival badges are on sale now for $69, or $25 for students.
outsiderfest.org | locations vary
Watercolor 101: Florals
February 16, 3-5:30pm
Learn the fundamentals of watercolor during this hands-on workshop. Different techniques such as how to use a brush, how to apply the right amount of paint, and how to mix paint will be covered. Each participant will leave with the knowledge on how to decorate their own greeting cards or place settings themselves. Tickets are $65 each.
madeatcraft.com | 4704 E Cesar Chavez St.
fuseBASH
February 22, 6-11pm
Join fuseBox in the Electric Jello Jungle, a night filled with interactive installations, electric treats and sweet beats. Emcee Erica Nix will guide the crowd through an evening packed with performances including dance collective Frank Wo/Men and the electrifying energy of the queens of the unexpected House of Kenzo. Tickets start at $250. Proceeds from the night will help keep the annual Fusebox Festival a free event for the community.
fuseboxfestival.com | 1500 E 4th St.
VEGANCHILL Fest
February 23, 11am-5pm
The biggest adult vegan party has arrived! VEGANCHILL Fest will have a plethora of favorite vegan food trucks and vendors as well as DJs and cold drinks. VIP ticket holders will also have access to a yoga class starting at 11am. The festival is 18+, and tickets start at $10.
veganchill.com | 979 Springdale Rd.
It’s My Park Day
March 7, all day
Team up with thousands of volunteers around Austin for a day of park clean up and beautification. 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.
austinparks.org | locations vary
Drifters & Seekers: SXSW
March 21, 5-10pm
Wrap up SXSW at The Buzz Mill with strong vibes of the southwest. With craft beer, local vendors, vegan food trucks, music, and even more on the agenda, locals and festival goers will have plenty of options to choose from in the outdoor space.
do512.com/events | 1505 Town Creek Dr
Beer Run
March 28, 11am-1pm
Join Southern Heights Brewery and Texas Brewery Running Series for a race through East Austin. The 5K takes runners (and walkers) through the area surrounding Southern Heights and ends with a beer waiting for each person at the finish line along with live music and giveaways from sponsors. Registration starts at $30.
breweryrunningseries.com | 6014 Techni Center Dr.
ABC Kite Fest
March 29, 10am- 5pm
Imaginations will be taking flight at the 91st ABC Kite Fest. Grab a friend or take on the challenge individually to create and enter contests such as the most unusual kite or largest kite. The festival is free to attend, but there will be concessions available for purchase. Proceeds will benefit the Moss Pieratt Foundation.
abckitefest.org | 2100 Barton Springs
