Austin Highlights: May 4 To May 7 – Food, Music, Arts & More

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The best free and fun events in Austin, May 4 – May 7, include RAYE, The Heller Awards for Young Artists, ATX Fashion Week, and more!

Austin turns up the energy long before the weekend hits, and this list rounds up the can’t-miss events keeping the city buzzing all week long. Explore what’s happening from May 4 to May 7 and keep your weekdays packed with Austin’s signature spirit and creativity!

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Free and Fun Events in Austin this Monday, May 4, 2026

RAYE

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British pop powerhouse RAYE is bringing her tour to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park, joined by Absolutely and Amma.

This is a rare chance to see one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary pop in an intimate outdoor amphitheater setting. All ages are welcome.

Where: Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Monday, May 4, 2026 | Doors at 6 pm
How Much: Not stated

Florence + the Machine

Florence + the Machine is bringing the Everybody Scream Tour to Moody Center with special guest CMAT.

If you’ve never seen Florence Welch perform live, this is the show that will ruin every other concert for you. Expect full theatrical energy, soaring vocals, and a room full of people completely losing it in the best way.

Where: Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Monday, May 4, 2026 | Doors: 6:30 pm | Show: 7:30 pm
How Much: Starts at $82

Blue Genie Art Bazaar’s Annual May Market Returns to Austin

Explore a vibrant local shopping experience at the sixth annual May Market by Blue Genie Art Bazaar. Held every weekend in May, this free, family-friendly event brings together nearly 200 regional artists and artisans under one roof.

Browse handcrafted gifts perfect for any occasion, and enjoy hands-on fun with DIY card printing every Saturday.

Where: Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd Ste C, Austin, TX 78752
When: Monday, May 4 – 31, 2026 | 10 am – 8 pm (Fridays – Sundays only)
How Much: Free

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Cinco de Mayo Resin Art Vase

Join a hands-on Cinco de Mayo Resin Art Vase workshop where you can learn casting with Jesmonite AC100, an eco-friendly resin used by designers worldwide.

You’ll mix, pigment, and pour your own cactus planter using silicone molds, and you’ll leave with a fully cured, one-of-a-kind planter complete with a cactus ready for display.

The session welcomes all skill levels, includes all materials, and runs in both Spanish and English for an accessible, creative experience.

Where: Assembly Makerspace, 9701 Dessau Rd, Suite 304, Austin, TX 78754
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 6 pm – 8 pm
How Much: $30

SugarWolf

A new bakery is hitting downtown Austin, and it’s worth getting there early.

SugarWolf opens this Tuesday with a menu made entirely from scratch. Think fresh croissants, sourdough loaves, sandwiches, and composed salads, all built on house-made bread with organic flour and grass-fed butter.

Breakfast, lunch, coffee, draft beer, wine, and cocktails are all on deck.

Where: SugarWolf, 401 W 4th Street #120, Austin, TX 78701
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | Daily 7 am – 4 pm
How Much: Menu pricing varies

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Heller Awards for Young Artists

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Central Texas’s most exciting celebration of high school musical theatre takes the stage at Bass Concert Hall.

The Heller Awards for Young Artists (HAYAs) will bring together students, teachers, and communities from more than 40 area high schools for a night of live performances, awards, and scholarship presentations.

Expect a red carpet arrival, an opening number, lead and supporting medleys, Best Production excerpts, and a grand finale featuring students from every participating school, all in nearly 20 award categories.

Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 7 pm
How Much: Not stated

DAC Nights: Street Heroines

Head to the Dougherty Arts Center for a screening of Street Heroines, the 2021 documentary following three emerging Latina artists from New York City, Mexico City, and São Paulo as they carve out space in the male-dominated world of graffiti and street art.

Space is limited to 150, so arriving early is a smart move. RSVP is encouraged but not required.

Where: Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 7 pm –9 pm
How Much: Free

Sip & Sculpt at Sign Bar — Pottery with a Purpose

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Put down your phone and pick up some clay at Pottery with a Purpose’s Sip & Sculpt workshop at Sign Bar.

No experience needed. Just show up, grab a drink, and let a guided host walk you through hand-building your own pottery piece from scratch. You’ll leave with something you actually made, and a dollar from every ticket goes toward mental health initiatives.

Where: Sign Bar, 9909 FM 969 Bldg 3, Austin, TX 78724
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
How Much: $60

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Thursday, May 7, 2026

ATX Fashion Week

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Austin’s premier fashion event is back at The Domain for three days of runway shows, pop-up shops, and style.

ATX Fashion Week features 5–7 major runway shows with 12–15 designers each, bringing some of the most exciting independent and emerging fashion brands to the stage.

Whether you come for one show or make it a multi-day affair, this is the place to see Austin’s creative fashion scene in full force.

Where: The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX 78758
When: Thursday, May 7–9, 2026
How Much: Pricing varies by show

Much Ado About Nothing — Austin Shakespeare

Catch Shakespeare’s most beloved comedy under the Austin night sky at Zilker Hillside Theatre.

Austin Shakespeare will transport Much Ado About Nothing to 1950s Italy, drawing on the cinematic world of Fellini with sun-drenched piazzas, effortless style, and lively music woven throughout.

Watch as sharp-tongued Beatrice and sworn bachelor Benedick spar their way through love denial while the romance around them lurches toward chaos. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and settle in for a night of wit and warmth.

Where: Zilker Hillside Theater, 2206 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746
When: Thursday, May 7 – 24, 2026
How Much: Free (donations welcome)

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Lacey is a freelancer and Austin local who’s always on the hunt for new restaurants to try, fun activities to do, and local events to attend. She loves sharing her discoveries with others through her writing and hopes her work encourages both visitors and locals to be active in the community. When she’s not writing, you can find her exploring one of the city’s many hiking trails with her Blue Heeler, Oreo, getting lost in a good book, or dancing the night away to some house or techno beats at one of her favorite rave spots.