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Annual Black Fret Black Ball Returns to the Moody Theater in Austin

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Bill Tucker

Black Fret Black Ball 2018 Group Shot

If you follows this site with any regularity, you know we love Black Fret. A music organization with a heart towards sponsoring and supporting the local music community, Black Fret is a shining example of what people can do when they get together for a united cause. When their annual year-end extravaganza was cancelled in […]

Filed Under: Culture, Discoveries, Music

Fall Festivals in Austin: Things To Do, Events and Activities in Fall 2021

Posted on October 2, 2021 by Mirella Gonzales

Best Fall Festivals in Austin

What is there not to love about Fall? Crisp weather, warm sweaters, and all the Fall decor. Let’s not forget about the Fall Festivals that happen! If you’re looking for a Fall Festival in Austin, be assured there’s at least one on the weekend now through November that you can make it to so you […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment

5th Annual Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest (Formerly titled Mermaid SPLASH SMTX) Returns to San Marcos

Posted on September 20, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

The Mermaid Fest of San Marcos, an annual festival celebrating the city’s designation (Mermaid Capital Of Texas – San Marcos), art, culture and heritage is returning this year!!! Mermaid Fest San Marcos is back for its 2021 edition with a host of events in store for all its residents. The festival is a celebration of […]

Filed Under: Culture, Entertainment, Events

Top 10 Live Music Venues in Austin

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Bill Tucker

CAPYAC Band at The Parish in Austin

While the world’s still wrestling with the realities of COVID-19, our music community is still a great place to experience live music in Austin. Whether it’s classic joints or new, hip locations, music is best enjoyed with a crowd of people. Here’s ten of our favorites. NOTE: In light of the ongoing pandemic, it’s important […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Music Tagged With: live music

Entry to ACL 2021 will require negative COVID test or proof of vaccination

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1

ACL Festival Organizers announced that they will need either a negative COVID test or proof of vaccination for entry. 2021 ACL is scheduled for October 1-3 and 8-10 and will be held at the Zilker Park According to information published on the website – The negative COVID-19 printed test result must be obtained within 72 hours […]

Filed Under: Music

Classic Game Fest: More Than a Trip Down Memory Lane

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Bill Tucker

When COVID-19 hit in March of 2020, it devoured events like a termite chews through wood. The rash of cancellations made sense given the seriousness of the pandemic, but it still stung thousands of organizers, venue owners, and attendees. Classic Game Fest, a yearly celebration of all things retro videogames, was one of the casualties. […]

Filed Under: Activities, Events Tagged With: culture, events, video games

Black Fret Keeps Live Music Alive With a New Festival

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Bill Tucker

For more than eight years, Black Fret supported the Austin music community with an unstoppable sense of purpose and accomplishment. When COVID brought live music to a near standstill, many of us wondered who would step up and take a stand. Black Fret came to the table and their brand new music festival, “Keep Live […]

Filed Under: Arts, Events, Music, Non-Profits Tagged With: Austin, black fret, COVID, festival, live, music, nonprofit

Austin Gilgronis Rugby Brings Intense Action to Bold Stadium

Posted on April 15, 2021 by Bill Tucker

As a life long East Coaster turned Austinite, rugby’s been a mystery. Outside of catching a match at a British pub at 11:00 AM or the rare highlight on TV, this punishing yet fascinating sport has been lost on me. And I think if I took an informal poll, most locals would feel the same […]

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Top 5 Personal Takeaways From SXSW Online 2021

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Bill Tucker

And just like that, it was over. Rather than a ten day marathon of sights, sounds, and showcases, SXSW Online 2021 concluded in five. It was different and while I still long for the traditional SX experience, this year’s event was full of innovations that made it feel like home. In fact, some of these […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Film, Music Tagged With: sxsw

10 Must-see Austin Artists at SXSW Online 2021 Music Festival

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Bill Tucker

With SXSW Online 2021 only days away, it’s time to celebrate the local artists who keep Austin well represented in the music showcase schedule. Due to the restrictions of the online format, there are 280 artists on the roster, 32 of which hail from the 512. And while each artist will get limited time due […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Music Tagged With: sxsw

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