February & March Calendar 2025
15 Things We Love in February & March
Women’s History Month Open House
March 28, 7- 10pm
Join local Latina-owned art gallery, The Cathedral, for their March Open House where they’ll debut their Women’s History Month exhibit! Be the first to see the new exhibit, meet the artists, shop their whole collection including prints starting at $15, and enjoy an open bar with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits. thecathedralatx.com | 2403 E 16th St.
Les Misérables
February 4-9, times vary
Broadway comes to Bass Concert Hall as Cameron Mackintosh brings Les Misérables to Texas for several nights of revolutionary music and theatrics. It is acclaimed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” by the Huffington Post and as a “reborn dream of a production” by the Daily Telegraph. Fans can expect to reignite their passion for this performance, and first-timers will experience why it’s a Broadway legend. Ticket prices vary by seat and date. texasperformingarts.org | 2350 Robert Dedman Dr.
Water Lantern Festival
February 8, 3:30-7:30pm
Blow away the mid-winter blues and gather around Lake Pflugerville to watch the spectacular launch of paper lanterns sail across the waters. Free to kids eight and under, families and friends alike can write down their wishes on lanterns or soak up the warm glow as the lights sparkle in the reflection of the water. Tickets include one floating lantern kit and start at $29 and increase to $56 closer to the festival. waterlanternfestival.com | 18216 Weiss Ln.
Riverside Wranglers
Saturdays in Feb. & Mar., 9pm
Show up for a showdown of local talents and comedy at Buzz Mill. Hosted by Chandler Rhone and Martin Henn, expect a headliner and rising local talents to take the stage with a diverse range of comedic stylings and voices. Free to attend. buzzmillcoffee.com | 1505 Town Creek Dr.
Baby Bloomers
Every Friday & Saturday, 8-10am
Toddlers take over as Thinkery opens exclusively to kids from 0 to 3 to allow their caregivers the space to let their children explore the museum without fear of towering big kids. Including two story-times, parachute play, and free play across the engaging exhibits on the 2nd floor and backyard, toddlers have free reign to roam. It’s $7 for Thinkery members and $9 for nonmembers. thinkeryaustin.org | 1830 Simond Ave.
Comedy Nights
Every Thursday, 8-10pm
Featuring comedians from Netflix, Comedy Central, and Austin’s own Comedy Mothership, head out to the Cabana Club every Thursday for a night of poolside laughs. Free to attend, expect the unexpected as the comedians try out new material, work the crowd, or whatever hilarious hijinks they’re feeling at the moment. cabanaclubaustin.com | 5012 E 7th St.
Novas, Gene Evaro Jr., & Muthabug
February 6, 7-10pm
For all four Thursdays in February, Her Mana will perform at The Pershing Hall with various guest acts, so no two nights will be the same. Tickets are $22 for general admission, but for those looking to indulge in the sultry vibes at The Pershing, splurge $200 for a “sexy leather sectional for 8 people” and feel VIP for the evening. posh.vip/g/pershing-hall-1 | 2415B E 5th St.
A Handwriting Hangout
Feb. 15 & Mar. 15, 11:30am-12:30pm
Presented by ScriptHOPE at the African American Culture & Heritage Facility, join in A Handwriting Hangout for a variety of penmanship events, from exploring handwriting to learning stories of romance and penning together love letters to quirky ways people write their way to better luck. This event is free to attend but register early because space fills up. eventbrite.com | 912 E 11th St.
Soccer Mommy with Hana Vu
February 22, 7pm
Head over the latest in great stages on the Eastside, Radio Coffee East, for a performance by Soccer Mommy and Hana Vu. With tickets starting at $30, expect an evening of rocking out to two incredible acts alongside drinks from the beloved coffee bar. radiocoffeeandbeer.com | 3504 Montopolis Dr.
The Bachelor Watch Party
Mondays starting January 27, 7pm
Grab a brew and binge the latest season of ABC’s The Bachelor every Monday night as the new series begins. Feel the social pull as you binge or gather some friends and order a round of St. Elmo Brewing’s signature drink, the “First Rose,” a frozen rosé, or $2 Carls, along with food from Spicy Boys and Pueblo Viejo. This event is free to attend. eventbrite.com | 8110 Springdale Rd.
NASCAR
Feb. 28-Mar. 2, times vary
Head to Circuit of the Americas for an unforgettable weekend jam-packed with NASCAR. With several racing events culminating with the NASCAR National Cup Series, this fast-paced experience will delight any racing fan looking for a full three days of automotive fun. Tickets vary for the races and can be reserved ahead of time online. nascaratcota.com | 9201 COTA Blvd.
Author Talk
March 5, 7pm
Hang out at the Little Gay Shop with Manuel Betancourt, a local and author of The Male Gazed and Hello Stranger. Entry is free with an RSVP as guests are invited to a conversation with the author as he discusses his books and past relationships that inspired them. thelittlegayshop.com | 1902 E 12th St.
Santigold
March 9, 6:30pm
Apart from the once-in-a-lifetime, but annually occurring, lineup of musical acts that come to town for South by Southwest, KUTX and Levitation present the iconic Santigold at Radio East. Tickets are open to all ages and start at $40. seetickets.us | 3504 Montopolis Dr.
Rodeo Austin
March 14-29, times vary
A staple of the cowboy culture in Austin since 1938, the tradition lives on with a host of events, including a fair, carnival, and live rodeo shows, all at the Travis County Exposition Center. Enjoy several days of festivities and fun for all ages, and first-timers can leave with the chance to return next year and say, “This ain’t my first rodeo.” Tickets vary based on events at the Rodeo and fairgrounds. rodeoaustin.com | 9100 Decker Lake Rd.
St. Vincent
April 7, 6 pm
A quick stroll along the creek leads to an incredible outdoor stage and venue. Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park is the best place to catch Indie Darling St. Vincent’s performance. Tickets range from $28 for the grassy lawn to $185+ for the pit. moodyamphitheater.com | 1401 Trinity St.
