Events
BY AMANDA CUTSHALL
Austin LuLu Fest In its eighth year, Austin LuLu Fest celebrates women- led bands, including those who are well-established and newcomers to the music scene. Created to follow in the footsteps of the nonprofit Ritenuto Foundation’s Wall Street Jazz Festival, LuLu Fest includes genres such as jazz, Latin and Western swing. • May 11, 5:30-9:30 p.m. • $21.40-$31.60 • First Presbyterian Church of Austin, 8001 Mesa Drive, Austin • www.lulu-fest.com Mother’s Day at the Capitol The Austin Symphonic Band will host a Mother’s Day concert at the south steps of the State Capitol. The music will feature a range of genres from marches to theatrical to original arrangements. • May 12, 7-8 p.m. • Free • State Capital, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin • www.austinsymphonicband.org Affordable Art Fair With more than 55 galleries, the Affordable Art Fair will present modern pieces by artists worldwide with prices ranging from $100-$10,000. Local art nonprofit Big Medium will be on site with media by Texas artists. • May 16-19, times vary • Free (age 16 and younger)-$50 (private viewing, all- access pass) • Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin • www.affordableartfair.com CelebrAsia Austin 2024 The family-friendly event will feature Asian-American- focused live music, dance performances, exhibits and more, with food vendors and other activities. Due to occupancy limitations, attendees are encouraged to RSVP on Eventbrite. • May 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Free (admission) • Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Road, Austin • www.austintexas.org/event/celebrasia-austin-2024
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar May Market The family-friendly market will present over 100 area artists and craftspeople offering a range of handmade goods. • Fridays-Sundays through May 27, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd., Ste. C, Austin • www.bluegenieartbazaar.com Gathering For Good The philanthropic branch of United Way of Greater Austin, Women United, will host a luncheon with all proceeds benefiting the nonprofit organization’s mission to support underserved families in the area. • May 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • $125 (general admission) • Branch Park Pavilion, 2201 Aldrich St., Austin • www.unitedwayaustin.org Fiesta Austin Cinco De Mayo With a focus on celebrating Hispanic heritage, attendees can partake in cultural dancing, live music, games, a kids zone and more. Over 40 vendors will be in attendance with wares and food. • May 4, 1-10 p.m. • Free (age 12 and younger), $5 (advance), $7 (gate) • Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin • www.fiestaaustin.org The Amazing Acro-Cats Benefiting Street Cat Rescue out of Round Rock, the 90-minute show features trained house cats—all rescues—showing off their skills through a variety of feats such as skateboarding, jumping through hoops and more. The finale will feature an all-cat rock band, followed by a meet and greet. • Through May 5, times vary • $30-$75 • Rollins Studio Theatre at The Long Center, 701 W.
Texas Burlesque Festival Designed for guests aged 18 and older, the two- day festival will feature more than 40 entertainers showcasing classic burlesque, cabaret, vaudeville and pop culture-inspired performances. American Sign Language interpreters will be present each night. • May 31-June 1; 7 p.m. (doors), 8-11 p.m. (show) • $30-$60 • Rollins Studio Theatre at The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin • www.texasburlesquefestival.com H-E-B Austin Sunshine Run Sponsored by H-E-B, proceeds from the family- and pet-friendly run will go to Austin Sunshine Camps, which works to help underserved youth in the area. Participants can register for a 5K, 10K, Kids K or Fastest Dog run. Food, drinks and music will be available after the event. Spectating is free. • May 5, 8-10 a.m. • $40 • Vic Mathias Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin • www.austinsunshinerun.com
Riverside Drive, Austin • www.circuscats.com
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