Austin Highlights: Mar. 16 To 19 – Food, Music, Arts & More

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The best free and fun events in Austin, March 16 – 19, include Jack and Ginger’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Attack on Titan: Beyond the Wall, 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 March 16 – 19 and keep your weekdays packed with Austin’s signature spirit and creativity!

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Free and Fun Events in Austin this Monday, March 16, 2026

Rodeo Austin

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Experience the ultimate family tradition at the Travis County Expo Center as Rodeo Austin returns with its signature blend of high-octane ProRodeo events and livestock shows.

You can explore the sprawling fairgrounds starting at 10 a.m. daily, where a world of carnival rides, games, and educational activities awaits. Make sure to swing by Kidztown to visit the petting zoo or browse the diverse shopping and food stalls that capture the true spirit of Texas.

Additionally, prepare for a stellar musical experience with a 2026 concert lineup featuring heavy hitters like the Eli Young Band, Midland, Clint Black, and Aaron Watson. You can also catch performances by 49 Winchester, Hudson Westbrook, and Flatland Cavalry, alongside many other celebrated artists throughout the two-week celebration.

Where: Travis County Exposition Center, 7311 Decker Ln, Austin, TX 78724
When: Monday, March 16 – 28, 2026
How Much: Starts at $5

SXSW Comedy Festival

Immerse yourself in a celebration of comedy during the SXSW Comedy Festival, highlighting today’s most compelling comedic voices.

Get ready to see an incredible lineup of talent, including Bill Burr, Devon Walker, Alex English, and Eric Andre, alongside performances from Chelsea Peretti, Natasha Leggero, Sabrina Jalees, and Upright Citizen Brigade’s ASSSSCAT.

Catch these hilarious sets at iconic venues like Esther’s Follies, The Creek and the Cave, and ACL Live throughout the week. You can visit the festival website for the full schedule of events to plan your experience.

Where: Multiple venues in Austin
When: Monday, March 16 – 17, 2026
How Much: Not stated

Hyde Park Theatre presents Witch

Watch a darkly clever performance of Witch, a sharp and modern take on a classic village legend, and see the mystery unfold as a charming, affable Devil arrives to tempt the locals, only to find that the outcast Elizabeth is the only one who might be truly beyond his reach.

Where: Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W 43rd St, Austin, TX 78751
When: Monday, March 16 – 21, 2026
How Much: Starts at $25

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Jack & Ginger’s St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival

Start your celebration at 8:00 AM at Jack and Ginger’s and keep the energy going all day long during this massive street festival. You will find the entire street transformed into a holiday block party featuring traditional bagpipes and plenty of green beer.

Grab a pint and join the crowd to toast the most important day of the year in the heart of the action.

Where: Jack and Ginger’s, 11500B Rock Rose Ave, Austin, TX 78758
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 8 am
How Much: Not stated

St. Patrick’s Day Bagpipe Concert at Katherine Fleischer Park

Join this Wells Branch tradition featuring a marching pipe band performing Irish and Scottish music, followed by a parade through the park.

Where: Katherine Fleischer Park, 2106 Klattenhoff Dr, Austin, TX 78728
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 7 pm – 8 pm
How Much: Free

ACL Live presents Dropout Improv

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Join Dropout Improv at ACL Live for a night of freewheeling comedy and varied games hosted by Kurt Maloney.

Born from the legendary comedy website College Humor, this team has produced a wide variety of independent shows and polished their improv skills for a live audience since launching their subscription platform in 2018.

The performance features a stellar lineup including Jacob Wysocki, Jeremy Culhane, Oscar Montoya, Scott Passarella, and Vic Michaelis alongside host Kurt Maloney. Grab your seats to see these comedy veterans transform their digital success into an unforgettable live experience.

Where: Katherine Fleischer Park, 2106 Klattenhoff Dr, Austin, TX 78728
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 7 pm
How Much: Not stated

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Attack on Titan: Beyond the Walls

Join a once-in-a-lifetime journey into a world of titans and gripping battles as the “Attack on Titan” concert brings the epic saga to life.

This global phenomenon arrives after sold-out performances at prestigious venues like the Dolby Theater, Carnegie Hall, OVO Arena Wembley, and the Sydney Opera House.

Prepare for a fully immersive experience that transports you straight into the heart of the “Attack on Titan” universe through raw emotion and high-energy soundscapes. Every note and image works together to recreate the intensity of the series right before your eyes.

Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 7:30 pm
How Much: Starts at $97

Miguel in concert

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Experience a night of raw, boundary-pushing R&B as Miguel brings his CAOS Tour to the Moody Amphitheater in Austin. This performance supports his first studio album in eight years, a project that explores personal transformation through a fusion of alternative R&B, rock, and industrial sounds.

Where: Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 8 pm
How Much: Starts at $54

Free and Fun Events in Austin this Thursday, March 19, 2026

Unbecoming – A Story Told in Form and Fashion

Step into an immersive world premiere in Austin where runway fashion meets contemporary dance, live music, spoken word, and projections.

Red Nightfall Dance Theatre presents Unbecoming, a theatrical experience set in the round with the audience on all sides to place you directly inside a living canvas.

You will follow three figures through moments of transformation and seduction as models showcase striking original designs by Robby Durand of EmmaSis Designs while dancers embody their inner journeys through movement.

Where: East Side Performing Arts, 979 Springdale Rd Ste 815, Austin, TX 78702
When: Thursday, March 19 – 21, 2026
How Much: $44

Luck Presents Luck Reunion

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Join the 14th annual Luck Reunion for an iconic musical journey hosted right in the backyard of the Red Headed Stranger himself.

This massive event features over 40 musical acts, including Willie Nelson and Family, St. Vincent, Lukas Nelson, Booker T. Jones, Trampled by Turtles, and Ghostland Observatory.

Between sets, you can explore unique culinary experiences from nationwide chefs, shop from local artisans, and browse exclusive merchandise.

To secure your spot, you can subscribe to the newsletter at luckpresents.com or follow @luckreunion to participate in the “Lucky Draws.”

Where: Luck Ranch, 1100 Bee Creek Rd, Spicewood, TX 78669
When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 11 am
How Much: Not stated

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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.