South Central Austin Edition | September 2022

TODO LIST

October & November events

COMPILED BY TAYLOR CRIPE

OCT. 0716

ENJOY AN ICONIC MUSIC FESTIVAL ZILKER METROPOLITAN PARK

OCT. 22

WALK TO CURE ARTHRITIS MUELLER LAKE PARK

OCT. 2829

DANCE AT A SPOOKY DISCO THE BELMONT

The annual Austin City Limits Music Festival will take place over two consecutive three-day weekends. The lineup will include artists such as The Chicks, SZA, P!nk, Lil Nas X and Red Hot Chili Peppers. The ACL food court will also oer treats from surrounding restaurants. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Tickets start at $145. Zilker Metropolitan Park, 2207 Lou Ne Road, Austin. www.aclfestival.com

The Arthritis Foundation will host a walk to support over 54 million Americans battling arthritis. Participants can help raise money to fund research, treatments and support for those battling the disease. Registration is available online. An event schedule will also be available online soon. The event starts at 8:30 a.m. Mueller Lake Park, 4550 Mueller Blvd., Austin. 210-441-7121. www.events.arthritis.org

Have fun, but keep quiet, at the Spooky Silent Disco Party in downtown Austin this October. Partygoers will receive Quiet Events headphones and glow- in-the-dark gear. Attendees will have three DJs to choose from as they dance and party with their friends. 21 and over only. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. $22.25 (online), $25 (at the door). The Belmont, 305 W. Sixth St., Austin. 800-833-9281. www.quietevents.com

21 THROUGH 23 EXPERIENCE AUTO RACING The Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix, one of the biggest motor racing events in the world, will return to Austin this October. In addition to seeing some of the world’s fastest race car drivers, there will also be performances by artists including Ed Sheeran along with child-centered activities throughout the event. The event will start at 8 a.m. on Friday. Ticket prices vary. Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd, Austin. 512-301- 6600. www.circuitoftheamericas.com 24 THROUGH NOV. 4 VOTE EARLY Voters will be able to cast ballots early for the November election. The ballot includes state races, such as governor, and local positions, including some City Council and school board districts. Polling locations will be made available closer to Election Day and are subject to change. The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 11, and early voting begins Oct. 24. Travis County District Clerk, 1000 Guadalupe St., Austin. 512-854-9188. www.countyclerk.traviscountytx.gov/ departments/elections

27 THROUGH NOV. 03 CELEBRATE CINEMA SEASON The Austin Film Festival and Conference will return for eight days of movies, television, panels and parties. The celebration of screenwriting will include Q&A sessions with writers, actors and lmmakers. The fest will feature movies such as “The Whale” starring Brendan Fraser and written by Samuel Hunter, based on Hunter’s acclaimed play of the same name. Passes start at $70. Locations vary. www.austinlmfestival.com NOVEMBER 04 THROUGH 06 GET A TASTE OF AUSTIN At the annual Austin Food and Wine Festival, attendees will be able to sample an assortment of foods from top Austin chefs and drinks including wines, beers and spirits. 21 and over only. Saturday and Sunday events start at noon. Two-day passes available starting at $250. Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin. www.austinfoodandwinefestival.com

OCTOBER 01 DRINK SOME COFFEE The 2022 Austin Coee Festival will bring special exhibitions from Austin coee roasters. Live music, coee tastings and pastries will all be available in one spot for coee enthusiasts. Children under age 13 do not need a ticket but must be accompanied by an adult. 9 a.m. (VIP ticket holders), 10 a.m. (general admission tickets). Tickets start at $37.69. Fair Market, 1100 E. Fifth St., Austin. www.austincoeefestival.com 01 SAMPLE CRAFT BEERS The Texas Craft Brewers Festival will hold a sampling-focused festival that features more than 200 Texas- brewed craft beers. All attendees will get a commemorative tasting cup and 10 sample tickets. There will also be food trucks and live music. 21 and over. Noon-6:30 p.m. $20 (designated driver), $45 (general admission). Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin. www.texascraftbrewersfestival.org 05 SEE A BELGIAN MUSIC GROUP Front 242 is a Belgian electronic music group that is touring the U.S. with their “Black to Square One” tour. The

band will perform at a concert hosted by Cold Waves Festival and alternative clothing shop Secret Oktober. 9:30 p.m. $41.89 (per person). Elysium, 705 Red River St., Austin. 512-478-8385. www.secret-oktober.com/f242 07 THROUGH 08 GET YOUR PUN ON The 45th O. Henry Museum Pun-O World Championship brings together pun enthusiasts with 32 contestants facing o live. The Pun-O will also be livestreamed for those who cannot attend in person. Times vary. Free. Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St., Austin. 512-974-6723. www.punoatx.brushsquaremuseums.org 08 EMBRACE GERMAN HERITAGE The Oktoberfest celebration will take place at the German Texans Heritage Society in the Red River Cultural District. Live music, kid- friendly events and Oktoberfest beer will be available for attendees. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free (age 12 and under), $15 (per person). German Texans Heritage Society, 507 E. 10th St., Austin. 512-467-4569. www.germantexans.org/oktoberfest

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