Austin Highlights: June 8 To June 11 – Food, Music, Arts & More

Jump to: Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

The best free and fun events in Austin, June 8 – June 11, include Madison Beer in Concert, Austin FC Soccer Celebration, 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 June 8 to June 11, and keep your weekdays packed with Austin’s signature spirit and creativity!

Editor’s Note: We work hard to provide you with accurate and up-to-date information. However, all details are subject to change. Please verify information before heading out.

This post may contain affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

We only recommend experiences we truly believe in! Curious about how we choose our content? Here’s our process.

Check out our recent updates to our guides: Date Ideas in Austin, Things To Do with Teens in Austin, and Best Summer Camps in Austin.

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Monday, June 8, 2026

Trivia with Tim!

Get ready for a night of brain-busting questions and friendly competition at Ani’s Day & Night!

Hosted by Tim Bridge, this weekly tradition is the perfect spot to test your knowledge while enjoying a selection of coffee, cocktails, beer, and wine.

Bring your smartest or funniest friends to compete for prizes, or just drop by to soak in the lively Riverside atmosphere.

Where: Ani’s Day and Night, 7107 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741
When: Monday, June 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM
How Much: Free

Madison Beer in concert

Image credit: Madison Beer

Experience a captivating night of music as Madison Beer brings her latest tour to the Moody Center. Come hear tracks from her new album, Locket, in a high-energy performance that promises to be a highlight of the season.

Where: Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Monday, June 8, 2026 | 7:30 PM
How Much: Starts at $59

Touch the Art Experience

This is the one art show where touching everything is not just allowed, it’s encouraged — that’s the whole point!

Almost Real Things’ 4th annual Touch the Art Experience transforms the gallery into a fully immersive, all-senses installation featuring work from 83 artists, including collaborating students from the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Visit the exhibit to explore tactile installations, discover artwork for sale, and experience what it feels like when art truly includes everyone.

Where: ART Gallery at Canopy, 916 Springdale Rd, Bldg 2 #101, Austin, TX 78702
When: Monday, June 8 – July 5, 2026
How Much: Starts at $20

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ACL Radio’s Blues on the Green

Gather your friends, family, and furry companions for Austin’s favorite free music tradition at Zilker Metropolitan Park.

Enjoy two evenings of incredible live sets featuring Alejandro Escovedo, Aaron Behrens, and Kylie Hernandez on Tuesday, followed by Brownout, Mama Duke, and Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers on Wednesday.

Pack a picnic blanket, grab some refreshments from the onsite vendors, and settle in for a perfect night under the stars.

Where: Zilker Metropolitan Park, Austin, TX 78746
When: Tuesday – Wednesday, June 9 – 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM
How Much: Free

Sip + Solder Emojis: Stained Glass Workshop

Get creative at Meanwhile Brewing Co. with an engaging stained glass workshop led by Deke Cameron.

In this hands-on session, you will learn the art of lead came construction and assemble your very own emoji-themed suncatcher. Choose between an eggplant or a peach design!

All tools and materials are provided, making it an ideal outing for those looking to craft something unique while enjoying a local brew.

Where: Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin, TX 78744
When: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
How Much: $80 each, $140 for two

Ice Age in the Wild at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

The Wildflower Center is about to get prehistoric! Starting May 9, fifteen life-size, gigantic Ice Age mammals, including a 17,500-pound woolly mammoth, will take up residence throughout the gardens for a summer-long run.

Come face-to-face with a saber-toothed cat, a dire wolf, a woolly rhinoceros, and more as you wander the native plant gardens. New weekly Quest of the Week challenges keep every visit fresh, and a small general admission fee gets you through the door.

Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | runs through August 15
How Much: Included with general admission; free for members

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Corporate Battle of the Bands

Image credit: HAAM – Health Alliance for Austin Musicians

Join a night of electrifying music and philanthropy as Austin’s own corporate rockstars take the stage at the iconic ACL Live at The Moody Theater.

Competing for the title of 2026 Best Band, these talented employees will showcase everything from pop to heavy metal, all to raise vital funds for the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM).

Come out to support a great cause and cheer for your favorite local business as they battle for glory under the bright lights!

Where: Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live), 310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
When: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 6:30 PM
How Much: Free

Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop

Austin picks June 8 to 11 2026 - Sip & Sculpt at Sign Bar — Pottery with a Purpose

Image credit: potterywithapurpose

Unwind at Sign Bar with a signature pottery workshop that lets you get your hands dirty in the best way possible.

Whether you are crafting a smiley pot, a unique vase, or a custom trinket dish, this relaxed setting is designed for creativity and connection.

Bring a friend, a date, or come solo for a fun evening of molding clay and sipping your favorite drink.

Where: Sign Bar, 9909 FM 969 Bldg 3, Austin, TX 78724
When: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
How Much: $60

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Thursday, June 11, 2026

Austin FC Soccer Celebration

Image credit: Austin FC

Turn your attention to Auditorium Shores for the ultimate fan destination during the FIFA World Cup 2026™!

Austin FC is transforming this iconic green space into a high-energy hub where you can catch the opening matches featuring Mexico, Canada, and the United States on massive video screens.

With a beer garden, delicious local food, and family-friendly activities, this is the place to join thousands of supporters and celebrate the spirit of the game.

Where: Auditorium Shores, 900 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Thursday – Friday, June 11 – 12, 2026
How Much: Free

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Step into the serene and awe-inspiring St David’s Episcopal Church for a multi-sensory musical journey.

Bathed in the gentle glow of hundreds of candles, you will hear the hits of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons reimagined in a beautiful, intimate setting.

It is a rare opportunity to experience your favorite anthems like “Fix You” and “Radioactive” in a completely new, magical light.

Where: St. David’s Episcopal Church, 301 E 8th St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 8:45 PM – 10:00 PM
How Much: $36

Already planning for the weekend? Browse our latest picks for Friday through Sunday in Austin — concerts, food festivals, date ideas, and more await!

Author
Recent Posts

Lacey Morris

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.